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Therm-a-Rest NeoAir UberLite Sleeping Pad
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Packable and comfy for ultralight minimalist camping and backpacking trips, the featherweight Therm-a-Rest NeoAir UberLite sleeping pad offers supportive comfort and an impressively small packed size.
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Pad Thickness (in.)
2.5 inches
- Included pump sack provides faster inflation/deflation
- Intuitive and dependable WingLockâ„¢ valve maximizes air flow for easier inflation and quicker deflation; wings toggle for one-way inflation to save energy
- Shrinks down to the size of a large water bottle for a minimal impact on your pack space
- Triangular Core Matrixâ„¢ construction minimizes heat loss with 2 stacked layers of triangular baffles, creating hundreds of individual cells for warmth and stability
- 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) of thickness and baffled internal structure provide stability and support for luxurious rest
- Available in multiple sizes so you can pick the one that best suits your adventure needs
- Pump sack, stuff sack and repair kit included
Made in USA.
View the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Product LineView all Therm-a-Rest Air Pads| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Sleeping Pad Type | Air |
| Sleeping Pad Shape | Mummy |
| R-Value | 2.3 |
| Repair Kit Included | Yes |
| Stuff Sack Included | Yes |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Ultralight | Yes |
| Pad Thickness (in.) | 2.5 inches |
| Gender | Unisex |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Good with proper care
Dan S3 years ago
My experience does not match that of the many negative reviews. I just used it backpacking for a month or so and was hesitant due to what I had heard. But using it on top of a tent floor and polycryo ground sheet (and occasionally just the groundsheet) I have had no issues. Just take care to clear the ground of anything that could puncture it and use a groundsheet under your tent for extra precaution. Also probably wise to under-inflate it a bit so as to not put as much stress on the pad. My guess is that people are expecting too much from such a light pad and/or do not know how to treat ultralight gear.
Dan S
Rochester, NY
18 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Leaky...
Sing5 years ago
If I’m being honest, I had high hopes for this mat. I’ve previously owned other thermarest product, and I do enjoy using them for the backcountry. They make some of the lightest sleeping pads out there in a variety of shapes and sizes.
However, this product leaked before we even got out for a trip. I received it in the mail and inflated it that night in my living room. Laid down on it, and it was comfy. I decided to leave it out for the night and unfortunately to my surprise it had lost most of it’s air by the morning! Frustrating to say the least.
Couldn’t hear or find a visible leak anywhere. Yes, I returned it. The cashier at REI kindly recommended I check out the Nemo tensor instead! Will have to look into that.
Sing
21 people found this review helpful
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David W
New York
Super small- and kinda loud
5 years ago
With its impressive specs and tiny footprint, this pad might just find a place in your ultralight backpacking kit. it is quite loud when you move around, so I would only really recommend it when traveling solo without anyone nearby. But otherwise, this is an impressive product that will hopefully set a precedent for future ultralight pads.
Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Yes , I recommend this product
hjen
Received free product
Ypsilanti, Mi
Very light and small, but not perfect
4 years ago
I decided to replace my old, rectangle air pad with this lighter/smaller pad and it was definitely a huge upgrade in weight and packability, which is what I was looking for. As a bonus, there was not a huge difference in comfort between my old clunky pad and this one. I did kind of miss the extra space on the rectangle shape compared to this mummy shape, but I am getting used to that. So far, I have only used my UberLite with a foam RidgeRest underneath, so that helps keep it extra warm and comfy. The UberLite was easy to inflate with the pump sack, even easier to deflate, and I like the new "wing" valve. While inflating for the first time, I noticed how crinkly the fabric was and I was worried it would be too noisy for sleeping, but I never noticed the sound again after that. The fabric was a little slippery though, at least in combination with my sleeping bag. I am also pretty nervous about the durability of the fabric, and wouldn't want to take the pad anywhere without the repair kit. That said, I have had no issues with it my first few nights, and it has stayed inflated just fine (but also I did have the foam pad underneath for extra protection). Overall, I think this is a good pad, and I would recommend it to someone looking for something very small and lightweight for backpacking (who also doesn't mind being extra careful with their gear). If size and weight don't matter, I would definitely get something wider and more durable.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Yes , I recommend this product
Bartosz
Baltimore
Doesn't stay inflated
4 years ago
I have used that pad only twice due to the fact it won't stay inflated through the night. I did a water submerging test and found out it had few tiny pinholes. I decided to patch them but apparently there are more (maybe new ones?) and thus the air is slowly but consistently escaping. This shouldn't be a case for such an expensive product. The concept is great, but I believe this material has quality issues. The pinholes are either from manufacturing or created when the pad is folded for storage. Either way, this is unacceptable. I don't recommend that product. Save your time and money and look somewhere else.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
No, I do not recommend this product
Dan S
Rochester, NY
Good with proper care
3 years ago
My experience does not match that of the many negative reviews. I just used it backpacking for a month or so and was hesitant due to what I had heard. But using it on top of a tent floor and polycryo ground sheet (and occasionally just the groundsheet) I have had no issues. Just take care to clear the ground of anything that could puncture it and use a groundsheet under your tent for extra precaution. Also probably wise to under-inflate it a bit so as to not put as much stress on the pad. My guess is that people are expecting too much from such a light pad and/or do not know how to treat ultralight gear.
Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'8"
Yes , I recommend this product
Sing
Leaky...
5 years ago
If I’m being honest, I had high hopes for this mat. I’ve previously owned other thermarest product, and I do enjoy using them for the backcountry. They make some of the lightest sleeping pads out there in a variety of shapes and sizes. However, this product leaked before we even got out for a trip. I received it in the mail and inflated it that night in my living room. Laid down on it, and it was comfy. I decided to leave it out for the night and unfortunately to my surprise it had lost most of it’s air by the morning! Frustrating to say the least. Couldn’t hear or find a visible leak anywhere. Yes, I returned it. The cashier at REI kindly recommended I check out the Nemo tensor instead! Will have to look into that.
Age:18–24
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'2"
No, I do not recommend this product
George
Idaho
Works for me
4 years ago
I bought my UberLite (L) knowing that it has not worked for many people - slow leaks, chambers breaking, prone to punctures, not warm enough. I decided to use my 1/8" sit/stretch pad (2.3 oz.) underneath it and I believe that has made all of the difference for me. Have used it for 15-20 nights in a variety of terrain and conditions - a few sites that I worried were too rocky and a few nights at freezing. No issues yet! Will always pack a patch kit and usually plan to have my sit pad. The reward is worth the risk for me. If it does go out, I will use the pad as an additional ground cloth and sleep on the CCF pad over my pack to get through until I can patch. Liked it enough to buy another one for my daughter.
Age:45–54
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'2"
Yes , I recommend this product
Boot
Durham, NC
Doesn't Hold Air
4 years ago
I really wanted to love this pad because of the ultra light weight. I own two other Thermarest pads that have been great. There's not much to this pad. The material is super thin. I took this pad on two trips. On the first trip, it did fine the first night, although the next morning it wasn't as firm as it was when I went to sleep. The second night it it leaked a little more. The third night a little more. I wanted to give it another try. Maybe the valve needed tweaked? But, by the second night of the second trip I was completely on the ground in the morning. Sorry, Thermarest, I just don't think this pad has enough to it to withstand normal use. I returned it. (I'm 6', 185 lbs).
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
No, I do not recommend this product
Jons Dad
Ohio, USA
Too Fragile
2 years ago
My first one had a slow leak that I couldn’t find. I finally paid to have them find a total of 4 leaks. The internal ribs started popping loose on the AT earlier this year. It had a big bubble in the middle of my back. It was not leaking. It took a little time, but it was replaced under warranty. The replacement came a couple days before my next trip. On the first night backpacking near Talkeetna Alaska the internal ribs started popping. Again, it wasn’t leaking. I am on my way home from Alaska now. I expect this one will also be replaced under warranty, but am wondering if I should just write of the cost and buy a new air mattress from a different manufacturer. Thoughts?
Age:65–74
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'1"
No, I do not recommend this product
Strider
Santa Fe, NM
Comfortable and the very lightest
5 years ago
This may be the lightest sleeping pad available, which along with comfort is why I chose it. I’ve used it nine nights so far, including six on a CDT section hike. It is a significant upgrade in comfort for me, and helps me get a much better night’s sleep. We experienced freezing nights on the CDT, and this pad combined with a 32 degree bag and thin polypro liner was warm enough. I’m taking one star off because it does appear to be fragile and adds a risk element to those more remote, colder nights. I plan to be very careful with it, and this will mean I have to always use it in a tent and have to keep spruce needles from getting in the tent. It makes a crinkle noise but isn’t too noisy, and if it leaks it certainly makes it through the night. Once inflated it loses turgor in the cold of night and may become dangerously full in a hot tent.
Age:45–54
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product
JMrei
Florida
My experience has been great
4 years ago
I waited for several trips and nights since last fall before I gave my 2 cents..I don't have the noise issues and (knock on wood) leaks that others seem to experience. This is the model with the new valve. I did briefly own and return the model with the old valve. I felt like that one had a slow leak that I couldn't figure out. I liked the size and weight of this so much, I wasn't going to give up on it. It seems like it may be slightly more sensitive than other pads I have to temperature swings. I camp in the fall/winter in Florida so days could be in the upper 70's low 80's during the day and night time drops to low 30's to 50's.. I just add a couple of puffs before bed and good to go. Paired with the thin GG foam pad and always in a tent, I should be safe from punctures and no slippy slidey. Hope this helps!
Age:45–54
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
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