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Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad
This Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core sleeping pad blends supportive construction and synthetic insulation for an incredibly comfortable sleeping surface on the cold, hard ground.
- Made from a rugged ripstop nylon, this 3.5 in. thick deluxe inflatable pad packs down small, and is light and durable enough for backpacking
- X-Static® synthetic insulation provides superior warmth and comfort; X-Static has antimicrobial properties that help keep odors at bay and enhance thermal regulation
- Integrating vertical and horizontal tubes in the construction, this seam-welded pad provides consistent airflow for stability, support and smooth feel
- For quick inflation/deflation, Big Anges Insulated Q-Core features an airtight, nonbreakable brass valve with plastic coated mouthpiece
- Comes with a stuff sack and a repair kit
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Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (47)
- Warm (37)
- Packs easily (31)
- Lightweight (29)
- Durable (25)
Cons
- Difficult to inflate (11)
- Heavy / bulky (5)
- Slips easily (3)
Best Uses
- Backpacking (36)
- 3 season use (29)
- Car camping (25)
- Cold conditions (24)
- 4 season camping (16)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (28), Casual/ recreational (19)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (34), Survivalist / minimalist (11)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (45)
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Warm
Cons
- Heavy / Bulky
Best Uses
- 4 Season Camping
- Backpacking
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
To aid in deciding to purchace:
1. Woks best when combined with Big Agnes sleeping system, when combined there is no sliding off. Ridges on edge keeps your body centered, great idea BA! Try it with a wide girth BA semi-rectangle Ultra Light down bag, and no more burrito mummy torture!
2. This is a max comfort pad with great loft for side sleepers and heavier people. If you have problems sleeping while you backpack because of padding this is the pad for you. Because it is for max comfort and loft it weighs more.
3. They now have an ultralight version, seems to have good reviews too, but not as much loft.
4. Have not noticed any noise, seems the same as other competing brands, I have tried them all, this has the most comfort.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Packs Easily
- Warm
Cons
- Difficult To Inflate
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- 4 Season Camping
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Climbing
- Cold Conditions
- Winter Camping
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
If it just didn't take so much effort to blow it up it would be the perfect trail pad. I have tried many other trail pads and the Q-Core has given me the best sleep experience. I have tested it to 5 degrees coupled with a foam base pad and was toasty. If BA figures out a way to make it easier to inflate they will get 5 stars from me.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Inflate
- Packs Easily
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
- Winter Camping
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
I am side sleeper. Thin Thermarest just wouldn't do anymore so I invested in this after some research. It is heavier than thin air mats but the weight is worth it because my tent sleeping is infinitely more comfortable.
Blowing air into the mat may cause mildew (the water in the breath). Invest in this little pump called MicroBurst by Camp Tek http://www.camp-tek.com/index.html
This pump is really small and light weight. I use it to pump it up and then blow a couple of times to make the mat firm.
I also bought an Alps Mountaineering foam mat (0.6" thick one) and cut down to 5' to be used in snow and cold condition (the cold will get thru the Q-core to hit you). A foam mat will also protect the Q-core from the ground contact.
For easier repacking, I kneel on the mat to put pressure when folding it to push out as much air as possible and then I suck the remaining air out before closing the knob. The folded mat goes inside the mesh bag with no problem whatsoever.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Easy To Inflate
- Packs Easily
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Car Camping
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
Spendy, but well worth the price. The quality of Big Agnes gear is top notch, and I expect this pad to last me years.
I am a motorcycle tourist, so the weight and bulk of the Q-Pad is not an issue. It rolls up nicely and tucks into a dry bag along with my sleeping bag and a warm jacket.
No cons I can think of. Well done, Big Agnes!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Warm
Cons
- Difficult To Inflate
- Hard to Pack
- Leaks
Best Uses
- 4 Season Camping
- Car Camping
- Cold Conditions
- Winter Camping
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
I bought this summer 2012 and happily used it for 3 months in the Namibian desert. I am a smallish woman and side sleeper, and it was incredibly comfortable - I love how the thick edges cradle you, and it never made my hips sore. Blowing it up did make me light-headed, packing it into the bag was difficult, and it was noisy, but the comfort was worth it for me.
However, I returned this pad because it stopped holding air to capacity. After a week of use it began leaking audibly through the valve when I filled it completely, and overnight it would continue to leak slightly. Luckily, it did not deflate to the point that I bottomed out as long as I re-inflated it the next night, and the condition did not worsen with continued use. Someone who weighed more probably would have bottomed out though.
All that said, I am going back to the desert so I'm probably going to buy this again and hope the new one holds air.
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Non Slip
- Packs Easily
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
- Cold Conditions
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
Excellent pad, comfortable and thick enough to use as a side sleeper :) The sides are also a little larger, so as to keep you from rolling off of the pad. I did not once end up on the ground with this pad, as was not the case with others I have tried.
The only downside, you have to blow it up, and this takes time when you are tired after hiking for the day. However, the way I see it, that is the only downside. Totally worth the comfort and warmth of the pad.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easy To Inflate
- Lightweight
- Non Slip
- Packs Easily
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
- Cold Conditions
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
Bought this pad summer 2012 and have used it about 8 times camping in Idaho, Utah, washington. I'm impressed with the comfort and warmth and its no exaggeration to say its like sleeping in a bed. I realize it takes a few minutes of work to inflate but worth it to me for the comfort & to save space in the pack. Rolls down to a small package & weighs around 2 pounds. Some say this is too heavy but I am willing to carry it if I can sleep well and feel good the next day. I also have an exped downmat which is a bit warmer but the q-core is smaller & lighter to pack. Both pads are fantastic and I rate them the same although the q-core is less expensive. I have wondered if moisture generated from lung power inflation will deteriorate the down insulation within. Overall I really like this and never leave home without it now.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Non Slip
- Packs Easily
- Small / Compact
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
I just had my first chance to use this pad over the weekend, backpacking on the AT. Only camped one night, but it was the most restful night I've ever had backpacking. It was paired up with the BA Lost Dog(15 degree) with a low temp a damp 38 degrees. I'm a stomach/side sleeper, this pad/bag is better than some beds I've slept in. BA makes the Pumphouse(a stuff sack/air pump) that is a great help and breath saver inflating this pad, especially with the added volume of the 3.5in thickness. Great Product!!!!!!!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Comfortable
- Packs Easily
- Small / Compact
- Warm
Cons
- Difficult To Inflate
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Car Camping
- Cold Conditions
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
I sold several of my self-inflating pads of various brands and thicknesses, so I could obtain the Q-Core. I got the long-wide one and have no regrets. It's comfortable and takes up much less space than my old pads. Unfortunately I had a problem with my Q-Core and contacted Big Agnes. As a result, I can share that their Customer Service is awesome (good match for REI!). If it had a built in pump like the new REI Incamp I would have given it 5 stars! That said, the Incamp is thinner and has a lower R-Value.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 4 Season Camping
- Cold Conditions
- Winter Camping
Comments about Big Agnes Insulated Q-Core Pad:
Bought this product on the 3/5/13. I weigh 265 Lbs and sleep on my side and stomach so comfort is usally out of the question when hiking. Headed up Mount Washington on 3/9/13.This is my 4th winter overnight trip on Mt. Washington. Set up tent on snow. Both of the other people in the tent had other therema-rest type sleeping pads. They both had moisture under there pads that ultimately got there sleeping bags wet. The Big Q had no moisture under the pad. If my heat doesn't hit the bottom of my pad then the cold from the ground doesn't get to me, Awesome. After three days of camping on Mount Washington I can say that this is the most comfortable pad I've ever used. It is a little heavy but if you weigh a lot you neeed a lot. A lighter person may be able to go with a thinner model but I am hooked for life. Headed to Alaska in December for two weeks of hiking and feel better about it now. Thanks Big Agnes
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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