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REI Co-op Trekker Self-Inflating Sleeping Pad
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The REI Trekker Self-Inflating Sleeping Pad offers low weight, comfortable padding and warmth for backpacking and camping.
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Pad Thickness (in.)
1.75 inches
- Cushioning 1.75-inch horizontally cored foam is lightweight and compressible without compromising warmth
- Quick-closing, high-flow valve
- Brushed polyester upper surface is soft and slip-resistant; polyester bottom surface resists wear
- R-value equals 5.6; most sleeping pads REI sells range in R-value from 1.0 (minimally insulated) to 9.5 (highly insulated)
- The REI Trekker Self-Inflating Sleeping Pad includes a stuff sack and compression straps for easy storing and packing
- REI Co-op brand is certified to The Climate Label; we actively fund efforts to reduce carbon emissions across our business and support climate projects around the world
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View all REI Co-op Self-inflating Pads| Best Use | Backpacking Camping |
|---|---|
| Sleeping Pad Type | Self-inflating |
| Sleeping Pad Shape | Rectangular |
| Insulation Type | Open-cell Foam |
| R-Value | 5.6 |
| Stuff Sack Included | Yes |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Pad Thickness (in.) | 1.75 inches |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Label Certified brand |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Not just a camp bed
tomm5 years ago
After a weekly grand-mal seizure that caused me to flop out of bed onto a hardwood floor, I decided enough. So, I got out my trusty REI camp pad that I had already used for several years and started sleeping on the floor like a monk of some kind. That was about 5 or 6 years ago. And I have slept on the floor every night since then on one of these. I'm 61, 6'3", and weigh 210 on a good day. I rode my bike across the Cascades and back about 5 years ago with one of these and was comfortable and even spent 2 Seattle winters homeless using one of these every night. I doubt any REI member has ever gotten as many good nights sleeping on one of these as I have (approximately 1,825+ nights).
tomm
seattle, wa
83 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Poor valve design
niemeier3145 years ago
I have been backpacking and car camping fairly often for many years now and this is my only sleeping pad. This pad is not slick so you don't slide off and has pretty good durability in its material. I keep it in its carrying case on the outside of my backpack and have never poked a hole in it. The only major flaw is the valve. There have been plenty of nights where I wake up and the pad has been at least partially deflated, mostly cause the valve partially comes open. This seems like an easy design fix if REI would make it a screwing mechanism vs just pressing down or pulling out. With some thread, it would have a lesser chance of opening in the middle of the night
niemeier314
denver co
18 people found this review helpful
niemeier314
denver co
Poor valve design
5 years ago
I have been backpacking and car camping fairly often for many years now and this is my only sleeping pad. This pad is not slick so you don't slide off and has pretty good durability in its material. I keep it in its carrying case on the outside of my backpack and have never poked a hole in it. The only major flaw is the valve. There have been plenty of nights where I wake up and the pad has been at least partially deflated, mostly cause the valve partially comes open. This seems like an easy design fix if REI would make it a screwing mechanism vs just pressing down or pulling out. With some thread, it would have a lesser chance of opening in the middle of the night
tomm
seattle, wa
Not just a camp bed
5 years ago
After a weekly grand-mal seizure that caused me to flop out of bed onto a hardwood floor, I decided enough. So, I got out my trusty REI camp pad that I had already used for several years and started sleeping on the floor like a monk of some kind. That was about 5 or 6 years ago. And I have slept on the floor every night since then on one of these. I'm 61, 6'3", and weigh 210 on a good day. I rode my bike across the Cascades and back about 5 years ago with one of these and was comfortable and even spent 2 Seattle winters homeless using one of these every night. I doubt any REI member has ever gotten as many good nights sleeping on one of these as I have (approximately 1,825+ nights).
Yes , I recommend this product
David W
Nashville, TN
Great insulation, very comfortable
8 years ago
I just bought this for a camping this weekend. I got the long/wide model which is 5 inches wider and 5 inches longer than the regular because I've heard so many complaints about arms and feet hanging off. I'm 6.1, weigh 214 and a mostly a side sleeper. So I was skeptical about my ribs or hips eventually making contact with the ground and waking up sore. Not so! I slept like a baby. This thing is super cushy and really made for a nice night/s rest.1.75 inches thick seems to be plenty. Got one just like mine for my wife and she loved it, too! (She was jealous of how much more generous the proportions are for the men's vs the women's pad. Just buy the men's pad as they're the same price.
Yes , I recommend this product
undragonslayer
Minnesota, United States
Comfortable, Durable, and Lightweight
8 years ago
I've used the Trekker in the fall in Northern Minnesota, so I can attest that it provides very adequate insulation from the ground for at least 3 season camping with temperatures down to about 25 degrees Fahrenheit at night (I suspect it would be fine even in winter). I had this strapped to the outside of my pack while hiking through dense forest with twigs and branches scratching at it, yet it showed no signs of wear and tear at all. It's also super comfortable to sleep on, after it self-inflates partway you can use your breath to adjust it to the firmness of your liking. It's a bit tough to get all the air out when packing up in the morning, but I've yet to see an inflatable sleeping pad that isn't.
Yes , I recommend this product
Codyprimmer5
Cold camping
9 years ago
I took this sleeping pad with me on a recent winter camping trip. I was skeptical at first on how warm it would keep me, but after waking up in the middle of the night and feeling the pad underneath me I couldn't believe how well the pad had kept me insulated. (It was a 9 degree night! And all I had was a 20 degree sleeping bag) Didn't slip off the pad and it had no problem staying inflated. And at 1.75" this pad is super comfortable. Unless you are in to ultra lite I would highly recommend getting this pad for any season use. Well done rei!
neilsl
Indianapolis, IN
Simple, easy, comfy
9 years ago
As new backpackers, my wife and I were looking for a simple, inexpensive sleeping pad as a starter pad. These work great! We are in our 40s and were a little worried that the pads wouldn't be enough to keep us comfortable, but neither of us have any complaints. We have slept on them in temps in the 30s and 60s at night, and never had an issue falling asleep. We have found that the self inflation works pretty well, but a couple of blows into the pad before we sleep helps a lot. Great product.
Yes , I recommend this product
ksflyfisher
Meriden, KS, United States
Excellent value
9 years ago
I bought two of these and the one of the female version for my 3 children, thinking I would rather buy a full size they can grow into than a children's size they will grow out of. They were recently used on a 10 day camping trip that started in the Gila National Forest and finished in the Pecos Wilderness in New Mexico. The kids loved them and slept comfortably every night. Even while in the Pecos with night temps in the mid 40's they all stayed comfortably warm. These are easy to deploy and easy to pack up. I am glad I purchased these and would do so again.
Yes , I recommend this product
dawley
Redwood City, CA, United States
easy to use and comfortable
9 years ago
I have used this pad for over 7 years mostly on 3-5 day trips in the Sierra Nevada. It has never failed. Inflates (mostly on its own) then a few breaths will bring it to a nice firm level. Fairly comfortable to sleep on. Rolling up works best if you press firmly and slowly using your knees to push out excess air as you go. The only drawback is that it is a bit heavy at 2.5 lbs. I strap it under my internal frame. I store it under a bed with valve open- when stored rolled up it inflates much more slowly.
Yes , I recommend this product
DylGuy
Wisconsin, United States
Just what I was looking for!
9 years ago
This is the most comfortable sleeping pad I have slept on. It is completely silent throughout the night and is comfortable to lay on my back side or even stomach. The price is fair for something like this. If I would have known it was going to be this comfortable when I bought it, I would have probably paid the same as I did for the Nemo Cosmo Insulated pad I bought (which was extremely loud and uncomfortable). I took this on a canoe trip with a bunch of friends and they managed to tip the canoes and get everything soaked. This stayed relatively dry despite being practically submerged. When we set up camp we hung everything to dry and this was the first thing dry in an hour (well before I slept on it). It doesn't pack down nearly as small as others, but it isn't heavy and it's worth the size. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a reliable sleeping pad.
Yes , I recommend this product
DJPorQueZ
Orlando, FL, United States
Good Support - Easy to Store
8 years ago
I used this for a camping trip with family and it was a definite success. Comfortable and easy to clean. While I give the pad 5 stars for comfort, durability, and ease of storing, I do have one extremely minor issue to note. As there was no flat ground for the tents on the campsite, we set up the tent/pads/sleeping bags with our head on higher ground and feet on lower. The combination of the smooth pad and the sleek polyester sleeping bag set me up to slide down the pad a few times every night. Again, not a major issue at all, just something worth noting.
Yes , I recommend this product
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