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Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular

Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular

Item # 708474
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This is the most compact, lightest weight, full-length, self-inflating mattress Therm-a-Rest® makes.

  • This mattress is engineered for extreme alpine climbing, adventure racing and long-distance backpacking when reducing weight and size are paramount
  • Technically advanced fabric and foam make this pad 30% lighter than an UltraLite™ pad
  • Low-volume, tapered design has the smallest rolled size ever!
  • Bottom features an innovative, sticky-dot, non-slip surface
  • This thinner version is perfect for three-season use
  • Chair Kit (sold separately) adds backcountry comfort

From the Therm-a-Rest® Fast and Light Series.
Please note: Therm-a-Rest products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Made in USA.

Item 708474

Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular Specs

Specification

Description

Dimensions72 x 20 x 1 inches
Dimensions - metric183 x 51 x 3 centimeters
Average weight20 ounces
Average weight - metric0.57 kilograms
R-Value2.3
InsulationFoam
Packed size4.1 x 11 inches
Design typeInflatable
Sleeping pad shapeMummy

Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular Customer Reviews

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Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular
 
4.5

(based on 26 reviews)

96%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (24)
  • Compact roll up (23)
  • Easy to inflate (23)
  • Comfortable (21)
  • Durable design (18)

Cons

  • Slips easily (3)
  • Uncomfortable (3)

Best Uses

  • Backpacking (24)
  • Weekend trips (22)
  • Extended trips (18)
  • Car camping (8)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (18), Casual adventurer (12)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist (4), Comfort driven (3)

Reviewed by 26 customers

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Dec

31

2007

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Does the job admirably.

By Panning

from NSW, Australia

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Compact Roll Up
  • Easy To Inflate
  • Lightweight
  • Non Slip

Cons

  • Only for lightweights

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Extended Trips
  • Weekend Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

I have a four season expedition mattress and this one. They both have their place and both are greatly appreciated but this one should really only be used by those seriously looking to conserve weight.

For me it's great but they may well be a little too thin for some. A tip, get the womens. The length is mid way between the short and the regular and if you're carrying a mattress this thin then you're in conditions where having your head or feet off the end won't be an issue plus you're saving weight.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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Mar

27

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

It's a solid product but too thin for me

By bknight

from Dallas,TX

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Compact Roll Up
  • Durable Design
  • Easy To Inflate
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Difficult to roll up
  • Uncomfortable

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Extended Trips
  • Weekend Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

The pad is well made and it was warm enough for a mid April AT backpacking trip. It is simply too thin for my tired old bones. Combining it with a partial foam pad helps but defeats the purpose. Sleeping well is more important than saving a few ounces. I am going to try a thicker pad this season.

The pad packs small but getting the air out of it and rolling it up can be a little time consuming.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Comfort Driven

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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Mar

5

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Good for minimalists

By MtnHkr

from North Georgia

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Compact Roll Up
  • Durable Design
  • Easy To Inflate
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Uncomfortable

Best Uses

  • Backpacking

Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

Used for a week on AT: weight and compact size were very beneficial, however, due to the thinness of the mattress and the fact I like to sleep on my side, my shoulders were sore every morning.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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Oct

20

2007

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Super Lux

By MarshLaw303

from Brighton, MI

About Me Ex Guide

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Compact Roll Up
  • Durable Design
  • Easy To Inflate
  • Lightweight
  • Non Slip

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Canoe Camping
    • Car Camping
    • Extended Trips
    • Weekend Trips

    Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

    This is my canoeing pad. I love it, it is so comfortable that i sleep like a baby. I have nothing bad to say about this thing. The only reason it doesn't go backpacking with me is because i am addicted to the ultralight game of ounce counting and carry a 3oz tiny piece of foam. This pad is a back saver!!

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    17

    2007

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Just enough padding and is very light

    By Eric Mad-town

    from Madison, WI

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Compact Roll Up
    • Easy To Inflate
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Expensive

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Extended Trips
    • Weekend Trips

    Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

    Great for backpacking as it weighs in at just over a pound. Also packs down to about 5"x11" Just enough padding to help keep in your body heat from the ground. Feels as though it could tear or fall apart easily, but haven't had and failures yet.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    10

    2007

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Just Right!!

    By mtngoat

    from Eugene, OR

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Compact Roll Up
    • Durable Design
    • Easy To Inflate
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping
      • Extended Trips
      • Weekend Trips

      Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

      The Pro 3 lite, is a great choice and provides just enough comfort in varying conditions.

      I've used mine for car-camping, backpacking, and multi-day mountaineering trips.

      I prefer the prolite 3 over the z-lite series since the weight savings is hardly noticable, and anything lighter would be uncomfortable. Also this pad is very compactable and packs wells.

      Highly Recommended!!

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      8

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      A must have for multiple night hikers

      By MattieB

      from Lynnwood, WA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Compact Roll Up
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • A little pricey

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Extended Trips
      • Weekend Trips

      Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

      When you can't sacrifice the space but need the warmth and comfort that a sleeping pad provides, it doesn't get any better than the prolite. Worth every penny, it packs super light without taking up much space either. About the size of a small oatmeal canister. it insulates you from the cold ground and provides some padding too. Dries fast, and even works when damp, its a must for those multiple night hikes.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      3

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Good Night Rest

      By jdrummer

      from Fayetteville, NC

      About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational, Military

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Compact Roll Up
      • Durable Design
      • Easy To Inflate
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Slips Easily

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Extended Trips
      • Weekend Trips

      Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

      Whenever I've taken this thing out, everyone with me is jealous! It packs up really nice in my ruck and rolls out and inflates very easily, keeping me well insulated and very comfy all night long (the little they let me sleep in the field). It's great for all my personal trips too.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Sep

      29

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Light weight and folds up small

      By Ohio_Backpacker

      from Kingsville,Ohio

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Compact Roll Up
      • Durable Design
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Extended Trips
        • Weekend Trips

        Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

        The only thing that is bad about it is you will need to give it a little extra air befor u go to sleep

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        4

        2007

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Worth the extra weight for most trips

        By John F

        from Maryland

        About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Compact Roll Up
        • Easy To Inflate
        • Non Slip

        Cons

        • Heavy

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • Extended Trips
        • Weekend Trips

        Comments about Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad - Regular:

        For a long time I looked down my nose at inflatable mattresses/pads as bulky excess weight that was only lugged onto the trail by people who didn't know any better. About a year ago I tried the Prolite 3 for a weeklong excursion and became a convert. It's thin and reasonably compact, easy to inflate and roll up, and while it's still a little heavier than I would prefer, the difference between it and a regular closed-cell pad (which I've since retired) is noticable after a few nights on an extended hike. Even though I haven't had a puncture problem, I've been somewhat reluctant to put it to the same level of use/abuse as a regular pad, such as using it as a cushion while sitting on a rock. All things considered, this was worthwhile purchase.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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