How to Choose a Sleeping Pad for Camping and Backpacking
NEMO Astro Lightweight Sleeping Pad
$129.95
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Slumber the night away in the backcountry with the NEMO Astro Lightweight sleeping pad. Its lateral baffles feel more comfortable under your arms and legs—and they resist curling.
Key Details
Best Use
Backpacking
R-Value
1.5
Pad Thickness (in.)
3.5 inches
Repair Kit Included
Yes
- Updated from previous model with more sustainable materials
- 100% bluesign®-approved, 75-denier recycled polyester shell fabric
- Plush 3.5 in. thickness smooths out uneven ground
- R-value of 1.5 makes this a perfect warm-weather pad
- Lateral baffles feel more comfortable and prevent the pad from curling under your body
- Pillow Baffle helps keep your pillow in place so it doesn't slide off; it adds loft at the head to bolster your camp pillow (pillow not included)
- Included Vortex™ pump sack works seamlessly with the Laylow™ valve for easy and efficient inflation; it saves your breath at elevation and helps keep moisture out of your pad
- Laylow zero-profile valve lies flush to the pad; it's microadjustable to allow you to personalize your comfort
- Protected by the NEMO Lifetime Warranty
Imported.
View all NEMO Air Pads| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Sleeping Pad Type | Air |
| Sleeping Pad Shape | Rectangular |
| Insulation Type | Synthetic |
| R-Value | 1.5 |
| Repair Kit Included | Yes |
| Stuff Sack Included | Yes |
| Packed Size | Regular: 3.5 x 8 inches |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Pad Thickness (in.) | 3.5 inches |
| Dimensions | Regular: 72 x 20 x 3.5 |
| Weight | Regular: 1 lb. 3 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria |
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2 years ago
Great pad
Yes , I recommend this product
Very pleased with this pad. I've had both hips replaced and I'm a side sleeper - no issues or pain as opposed to my older Thermarest. Recently returned from a 3 day - 2 hike in the Black Mountains of NC and temps the first night were in the low 20's. I was concerned about the R-value in those temps, but we prepped the ground under the tent with pine needles, and if didn't experience cold transfer issues from the ground. There are two reasons I didn't rate the Astro with 5-stars. 1. When removing the Vortex pump sack, it was sketchy to not pull the value all the way out causing rapid deflation. 2. The tri-fold roll-up design was difficult to line up properly on a consistent basis. Both of these things are small issues in my opinion, but worthy to drop one star rating.
Review originally posted on nemoequipment.com
2 months ago
Great Pad!
I've only slept on this pad 4 nights so far, but it was easy to inflate and stayed almost fully inflated my whole trip. They way the air cells are formed allowed my 6' 1", 240 pound frame to evenly distribute my weight. I would definitely recommend!
Review originally posted on nemoequipment.com
1 year ago
Great lightweight backpacking pad
Yes , I recommend this product
This pad is very comfortable, and light weight. A great choice for backpackers who are looking for ultra-light options. Seems to be very sturdy, have never had any issues with any NEMO pads, and have probably spent 30-40 nights on Astros.
Review originally posted on nemoequipment.com
Location:Texas
Age:35–44
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'9"
1 week ago
Great lightweight pad for side sleepers
Yes , I recommend this product
We live in a part of the country where it is over 90 degrees 7 months out of the year. The R value here is perfect for me, and the 3.5" pad thickness is great for us side sleepers.
Age:35–44
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'9"
1 year ago
Seems like a good pad
Yes , I recommend this product
I got this at Thanksgiving so haven't used it yet. But it's light enough and not to hard to put in the stuff sack. I think I will be nice as I am getting older at 66.
Review originally posted on nemoequipment.com
4 weeks ago
Lightweight and comfortable
Yes , I recommend this product
Way better than my previous pad. Quiet, warm, comfortable!
Review originally posted on nemoequipment.com
Location:New Haven
2 years ago
Hits the spot the rock or twig spot
Yes , I recommend this product
Really nice and easy to inflate. Comfortable. Not loud
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