How to Choose the Best Sleeping Pad for Camping and Backpacking
Exped Dura 8R Sleeping Pad
$249.95
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Filled with lofty 700-fill-power goose down for an impressive 7.8 R-value, the Exped Dura 8R sleeping pad balances light weight with lots of warmth for those trips that take you into extreme cold.
Key Details
Insulated
Yes
Pad Thickness (in.)
3.5 inches
Weight
Medium Wide: 2 lbs. 7 oz.
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- Recommended for 4-season use in extreme cold, or 3-season use for those who tend to get cold while sleeping, and ideal for backpacking, car camping, sea kayaking or sleepovers
- Mat is 3.5 in. thick, providing ample comfort against rocky, rooty, uneven terrain
- 700-fill-power goose down insulation provides an incredibly high R-value and longevity
- 100% recycled polyester fabric is specially cross-woven with 70-denier and 175-denier threads to optimize long-lasting durability without excess weight
- Interior hydrolysis-resistant laminate is impervious to bacteria and moisture, which can degrade typical polyurethane coatings, ensuring an airtight mat for many years
- Internal welded baffles separate air chambers, creating a fully cushioned and stable sleep surface and preventing cold spots without excessive weight and bulk
- Air chambers are oriented head-to-toe, so the pad becomes slightly wider when weighted
- Oversize outer chambers form the Exped Comfort Cradle, helping to keep you centered and secured on the pad
- Vertical baffle orientation also reduces end-of-baffle welds, increasing lifespan of the pad
- R-value of 7.8 makes this pad a great choice for adventures in extreme cold conditions, providing the highest level of insulation from ground temperature in a backpacking mat
- Durable, easy-to-use, one-way Flat Valves provide a high volume of airflow so you can quickly inflate/deflate the pad
- Flat Valves also eliminate the hard-to-soft interface of standard pad valves, reducing wear points and prolonging pad life
- Includes Schnozzel pump bag for inflation (weight: 2.1 oz.), a stuff sack for protection during transportation, and a repair kit with adhesive and fabric patches
Imported.
View all Exped Air Pads| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Sleeping Pad Type | Air |
| Sleeping Pad Shape | Rectangular |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation Type | Down |
| R-Value | 7.8 |
| Repair Kit Included | Yes |
| Stuff Sack Included | Yes |
| Packed Size | Medium Wide: 6.7 x 13.8 inches |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Pad Thickness (in.) | 3.5 inches |
| Dimensions | Medium Wide: 72 x 25.6 x 3.5 inches |
| Weight | Medium Wide: 2 lbs. 7 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials Down certified to the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) |
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keyto
GA
The comfort is worth it
2 years ago
This sleeping pad is incredibly warm, comfortable, and quiet. Used at 30° F (bit overkill) and I could see it keeping me cozy way below that. It's amazing how well this pad reflects heat back to you when you're on it. The pad also feels very durable and isn't too heavy for what it is. Included pump sack also works well and takes about 2 minutes at most to inflate. I just wish the stuff sack it comes with were like half an inch longer as it's quite a tight fit, but it only takes a few extra seconds to deal with that. I don't mind the weight/size (got the long/wide) and think it's totally worth backpacking with for the comfort, or if you're going into some pretty cold stuff.
Age:18–24
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
dockayak
Virginia
Amazing
2 years ago
Hiked Kilimanjaro this past New Years. If you’re going to cling at that altitude and temperature you don’t want to compromise on sleep. I didn’t. This was amazing. I left it there with the guides and my daughter left hers for her Porter. Now I have to buy new ones but these are amazing. Worth every penny and the repair kit to boot as well as the extra bag to inflate to avoid condensation is a must. Great product
Age:45–54
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:6'3"
Yes , I recommend this product
john
you-p
Yup
2 years ago
Heavy? Tis that. Comfortable for me down to the lower teens so far and will push it lower as I know it will still keep me warm- I had the older Exped down mat 9 and can attest their ratings.If I you like to winter camp,add this to your system.
Age:55–64
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product
Luke
Seattle WA
The best.
1 year ago
Wow, I have no word. This is the best product on the market for the Winter.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
dkccdk
Olympic National Forest
INCREDIBLE
2 months ago
I rarely rave on gear.. but i bought one of these almost 2 years ago for bicycle touring.. for me touring is a LIFESTYLE.. im not a weekend warrior.. ive been touring continuously meandering around north america for almost 2 years now.. I might have slept in a hotel 10 times in 2 years.. ive used this pad every single night.. 0 leaks.. ive never patched it.. and it takes almost 2 weeks fully inflated and setup continuously before it needs to be aired up.. ive used it on 80 degree nights.. and it never bothers me that its insulated.. and ive used it in a 10 degree snow storm.. and I was nice and toasty.. and always comfortable.. its just thick enough to fully air up.. then lay on it and let out a little air until its nice and soft and comfy.. and your hip will never hit the ground.. I just love it.. best $250 I've ever spent.. knowing the way good gear always seems to end up being discontinued and the newer versions always cost more and made cheaper.. (Gates bless murica) im tempted to buy 2 or 3 and store them before they disappear from the market
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product
Zak
Baltimore, Maryland
Dura 8R (7.8) Sleeping Pad
5 months ago
Exped's Dura 8R Sleeping Pad is one of the best premium sleeping pads for cold weather conditions. The dual valve system makes it easy to set up and break down. The vertical baffles are comfortable to sleep on, and there aren't any cold areas along the seams where the baffles meet. One thing to take into consideration is that a sleeping pad is only one part of a winter sleep system. The Dura 8R works best when layered over a folding foam mat (example: Nemo's Switchback 2R) and a reflective aluminum foam mat (Amazon). For safety, I advise never to use a blowup pad as a singular sleep system. Even with all of the available patch kits, a baffle weld failure will put you on the ground. Before a person invests in winter gear, it's important to think about the use case. What do you plan on doing with it? A three season camper does not need a high R value pad. An ultralight thru-hiker will not be carrying the Dura 8 in the summer. The Dura 8R (medium wide) weighs 39 ounces (over 2 lbs). Making it one of the heavier sleep pads. It's a robust pad, made of high-quality materials. But it's not an ultra light product. In extreme winter conditions, the focus is survival. In terms of cost to R value ratios, 7.8R value falls into the range of diminished returns. There are lighter, more expensive mats with higher alleged R values on the market. The science shows marginal gains. If 8R value results in a 90% reduction in energy transfer. 16R value is only 95%. Double the R value for 5% gains. This is the reality of diminished returns. Spend your money wisely.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'8"
Yes , I recommend this product
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