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Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short
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Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short

Item # 708521

$19.95

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Lightweight, durable, closed-cell foam provides no-frills insulation from the cold ground at a great price.

  • Patented, molded design is constructed with a pattern of ridges and valleys to trap dead air, increasing insulation value
  • Ridges make this pad softer and more comfortable than smooth, closed-cell foam pads

Please note: Therm-a-Rest products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Made in USA.

Item 708521

Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short Specs

Specification

Description

Dimensions47 x 20 x 0.625 inches
Dimensions - metric119 x 51 x 2 centimeters
Average weight9 ounces
Average weight - metric0.26 kilograms
R-Value2.6
InsulationFoam
Packed size6.5 x 20 inches
Design typeFoam
Sleeping pad shapeRectangular
GenderUnisex

Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short Customer Reviews

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Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short
 
4.3

(based on 9 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (9)
  • Comfortable (8)
  • Durable design (8)
  • Compact roll up (3)

Cons

  • Bulky roll up (7)

Best Uses

  • Backpacking (9)
  • Weekend trips (5)
  • Extended trips (4)
  • Car camping (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (5)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist (5)

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Sep

13

2007

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Price and utility Rule

By Pliny

from Hansville, WA

About Me Frequent HikingClimbing

Site Member

Pros

  • Compact Roll Up
  • Durable Design
  • Lightweight
  • Reasonably Comfortable
  • Reasonably Priced
  • Waterproof

Cons

  • Bulky Roll Up

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Climbing
  • Hiking

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short:

I have used everything from blue closed cell foam pads (least comfortable, but lightest) to wonderful self-inflating pads that feel like mattresses (but are heavy). There is no perfect design, only designs that fit your particular constraints. For me this is adequately comfortable and very light weight. The price is right. I strap it on the outside of my pack (uncovered) vertically and so bulk isn't a big problem. These pads are very popular with experienced people. The insulating value is adequate for freezing conditions, however, for sleeping on snow you need the longer version.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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Jul

27

2008

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Join the Club

By Herbivore

from North Carolina

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Compact Roll Up
  • Durable Design
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Slips Easily

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Car Camping
  • Extended Trips
  • House-hopping
  • Weekend Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short:

I love the 3/4 Ridgerest. Though it takes a night or two of getting used to, you won't miss the weight of inflatables. I only met one other hiker in 3 weeks on the AT that had this pad, but we agreed there was none better. It cushions the worst of a root or a plywood platform, and for weight it KICKS BOOTY. If you have a slick bag, don't camp on an incline. I have been using this pad as my only bed for the past month--and we are talking apartment--to save hassle, and I couldn't be happier. I know people are worried that they won't be comfortable, but if you want to reduce your pack weight, you really have to give this pad a try.

  • 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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Jul

16

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Good Pad

By TrailBlazer04

from Denton, TX

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable Design
  • Lightweight
  • Price

Cons

  • Bulky Roll Up

Best Uses

  • Backpacking

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short:

I hike all over the U.S., sometimes on long extended hikes. The inflating pads just never could hold up for me. Time after time, I would find myself patching mid hike. This pad is quite light and hassle free. A superb buy for the money... I'm getting extras.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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Jul

16

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Lightweight and inexpensive

By Coach Nash

from Clovis, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable Design
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Bulky Roll Up

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Extended Trips
  • Weekend Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short:

I prefere the short version over the regular because I can roll my tent inside of it and hang it horizontally from the back bottom straps of my backpack. A person only requires padding under their legs if they are camping in the snow (The snow - are you nuts!?!) It is comfortable for a short nap or rest, and for youngsters under 35 it's probably great for a full night's sleep. However, at the age of 43 my back isn't what it used to be. For people prone to getting stiff backs at night an air mattress might be worth the extra money and weight.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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Aug

5

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

The best Thermarest Pad on the market

By Mr. lake schmidell

from Sacramento, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight
  • Non Slip

Cons

  • Bulky Roll Up

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Lightweight pad

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short:

The Thermarest ridgerest small pad is the most comfortable pad, and lightest pad that i own! I have bought OTHER pads. But they do not match to this pad. The reason I bought this pad is because of the price,thickness and durability. The only bad thing (but it does not matter to me) is that it has a kind of bulky roll up.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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Mar

11

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

unexpectedly comfortable

By Joe in the Smokies

from The Smokies

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable Design
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Bulky Roll Up

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Extended Trips
  • Weekend Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short:

I have been using my 3/4 length Ridge-Rest all winter in below freezing temperatures and I have been warm and comfortable every night. I like that I don't have to be very careful with it around a fire like I would have to be with a self inflating pad. If I want a place to sit I just unstrapp it from the bottom of my pack and unroll it for a comfortable seat and it is just as easy to put it back when I am ready to go. And the best thing I like about the pad is it will probably last forever.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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Oct

20

2007

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Light and better than a blue foamy

By MarshLaw303

from Brighton, MI

About Me Ex Guide

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable Design
  • Lightweight
  • Non Slip

Cons

  • Bulky Roll Up

Best Uses

  • Backpacking

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short:

I cut this pad down to fit from shoulders to under the butt. IT works perfect for my ultralight kit. It does roll a bit bulky, but i use it in a frameless pack rolled, inserted and then i pack into the tube to give the pack some structure. I love this pad and have no reason to loke for another. Much better than a 3/8" flat foam pad!!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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Oct

9

2007

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

These are great!!

By Atl-Sasquatch

from Marietta, GA

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable Design
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Bulky Roll Up

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Car Camping
  • Weekend Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest - Short:

I use it in my Hammock. Its versatile enough to use as your camping seat on the ground, very light weight too. I won't hike without it...

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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Oct

5

2007

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Solid Gear

By Hikes with Kids

from Riverside, CA

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 Ridge Rest - Short:

    Much improved over the standard blue foam pads. Can slip in damp conditions.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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