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Klymit Static V Lite Insulated Sleeping Pad
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A lightweight sleeping pad for year-round use, the Static V Lite Insulated Sleeping Pad uses V-chamber body mapping and lightweight synthetic insulation to optimize comfort and warmth.
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Insulated
Yes
Pad Thickness (in.)
2.5 inches
Weight
1 lb. 3.6 oz.
- V-chamber body mapping optimizes comfort by limiting air movement and heat loss
- R-value equals 4.4; most sleeping pads we sell range in R-value from 1.0 (minimally insulated) to 9.5 (well insulated)
- Dynamic side rails keep you centered on the pad all night
- Inflates in approximately 10 - 15 breaths
- Rugged, lightweight construction is noise-free when moving about during sleep
- Stuff sack and patch kit included
| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Sleeping Pad Type | Air |
| Sleeping Pad Shape | Rectangular |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation Type | Synthetic |
| R-Value | 4.4 |
| Repair Kit Included | Yes |
| Stuff Sack Included | Yes |
| Packed Size | 5 x 8 inches |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Pad Thickness (in.) | 2.5 inches |
| Dimensions | 72 x 23 x 2.5 inches |
| Weight | 1 lb. 3.6 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Light, Durable, Comfortable
ROKPilgrim9 years ago
BLUF: given size, weight, R-value and price; this pad is a top contender.
I made this purchase a couple months ago at about 50% confidence in what I was doing. I was wary of the 30D construction, so I spoke with Klymit. Their assurance of durable construction convinced me to proceed.
Soon thereafter, the kids and I yard-camped for my first trial. Klymit advertises 10-12 breaths for inflation... I was pleased to realize this truth! 12 breaths! You can force a little more, but not much. After a little scary story shenanigans, we laid down. I wallered around a bit just to see if I could pressure my hips or shoulders into the ground and couldn't (you shouldn't be able to do that in any 2.5" pad). I slept great. I'm a side sleeper so I usually use garments in a medium-sized stuff sack as a pillow. I slept just fine on my side and also slept on my back with no discomfort. Because of the air chamber configuration, you can sometimes cause a squeak sound when sitting on or getting on/off the pad -this happens when air is forced from one chamber to another.
Later that month, I traveled to Colorado for work. I managed to plan with a couple friends and squeezed in a weekend elk scouting trip. This was my first real field test. We backpacked a few miles into an area and stayed one night in order to recon this new area and the wildlife activity. Being fatigued, I -again- had no issue falling asleep and staying asleep.
This piece of gear has won my confidence in taking it along on my 9-day elk hunt in the Colorado Rockies this year.
On a side note, regarding personal preference, I have a pad I use for car camping that is a bit weighty but quite wide. I've found I'm beginning to prefer the wide pad so my arms don't hang off the sides when I'm on my back. For that reason, I'm now considering trying out the Insulated Static V Luxe.
Happy trails!
ROKPilgrim
MO
21 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Uncomfortable for lower back
phongg18 years ago
Tried sleeping on it for 3 nights and my lower backs hurts so bad that it wakes me in the middle of the night. The V baffles don't to be doing it for me and the pad is bulky as compared to other ultralight options when packed up.
Folding the pad and getting it back in the stuff sack is challenging and time consuming since you have to do it a particular way. Watch the youtube video on how to roll it up.
Good thing is that it is 23 inches wide and not 20 like so many backing pads.
phongg1
8 people found this review helpful
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JakeHalfDone
What's not to like about this pad!
8 years ago
Although I love to camp and sleep on the ground, at 51, the ground is getting harder and colder each year. This pad has put the comfort back into my trips. Wide, thick and durable - everything I'm looking for in a sleeping pad. I'm a tosser and turner and am yet to fall off this thing. Properly inflated, you'll not hear any "whooshing" noises as you move around on it. Something to the design creates a consistently firm but comfortable platform and with a R rating of 5, you'll be hard pressed to feel the chill of the ground. Highly recommend this brand. They are doing things right!
Yes , I recommend this product
Big Frog
Warm and Comfortable
9 years ago
I've used this pad in the low 20's and never felt any cold on my back. The pad inflates easily. It's quiet when moving around, and very comfortable. Once I got laid down I never touched the ground, even when sleeping on my side. It's light and seems to be well made. If I had to ding it for anything, it would be that it's a little hard to deflate, but that's a minor thing. Overall, an excellent pad!
LaLaLand
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Quiet! And warm and everything else it promises
8 years ago
We bought the mat about 6 months ago to go hiking with children and the occasional 2 person trip. What I really liked about this mat is that it's really quiet, relative to some of the S2S ones which sound like you're sleeping on wrapping paper! Although it looks strange, the Klymit mat is super comfortable, for me anyway. It's not the lightest on the market but I'm a big believer in a good mat and sleeping bag and don't mind a little extra weight for the price. I'm 5'6" and weigh about 132 pounds. I use this on the floor of a hiking tent. Blows up easily in 12-15 big breaths, not hard. The stuff sack is a bit forgiving if you don't get it completely back in the original shape.
Yes , I recommend this product
BackpackingMama
Boise, Idaho, United States
Can't beat it for the price!
8 years ago
have used this pad on 3 trips now and love it. I upgraded to this from a therma rest prolite and can not even believe how much better it is. I was concerned it would be loud, not as durable, and hard to inflate without a pump but it has exceeded my expectations. I did not notice any crinkle when sleeping, it is soooo comfortable, and it is no big deal to inflate even when tired after a long hike. The material seems very strong so i'm not worried about it getting punctured and I LOVE that the stuff sack has a little pocket where the patch kit goes so it is just there if I need it. I also have the not lite version and don't feel like it makes that much of a difference. I think the double lock on the inflate valve is a great idea, and was very impressed that i didn't have to add air in the middle of the night after the temp dropped, i think the way it displaces weight helps with that.
Yes , I recommend this product
Scouter Caruso
Columbia, SC
Great R value
8 years ago
I picked up 3 of these for an upcoming trip to Philmont Scout Ranch. Got a chance to try them out last week during a shakedown hike. The temperature got down to 14 degrees and the sleeping pads kept us comfortable for the night. Works great for side sleeper and kept me off the ground 5'8 145 lbs. it is a little noisy when changing position if that bothers you.
Yes , I recommend this product
wengland
Overland Park, KS, United States
Brilliant, durable, light weight and easy to use.
8 years ago
I purchased this for Philmont with a Neo Air battery pump. The pump fits in the drawstring bag nicely and the whole thing packs down to about the size of a large can of peaches. It held up to 12 days on the trail at Philmont, and monthly campouts after that with the Boy Scouts. I used it on my cot at long term summer camp and it continues to provide fantastic comfort, quick and easy setup and good insulation from cold ground and rocks. I highly recommend this pad.
Yes , I recommend this product
ROKPilgrim
MO
Light, Durable, Comfortable
9 years ago
BLUF: given size, weight, R-value and price; this pad is a top contender. I made this purchase a couple months ago at about 50% confidence in what I was doing. I was wary of the 30D construction, so I spoke with Klymit. Their assurance of durable construction convinced me to proceed. Soon thereafter, the kids and I yard-camped for my first trial. Klymit advertises 10-12 breaths for inflation... I was pleased to realize this truth! 12 breaths! You can force a little more, but not much. After a little scary story shenanigans, we laid down. I wallered around a bit just to see if I could pressure my hips or shoulders into the ground and couldn't (you shouldn't be able to do that in any 2.5" pad). I slept great. I'm a side sleeper so I usually use garments in a medium-sized stuff sack as a pillow. I slept just fine on my side and also slept on my back with no discomfort. Because of the air chamber configuration, you can sometimes cause a squeak sound when sitting on or getting on/off the pad -this happens when air is forced from one chamber to another. Later that month, I traveled to Colorado for work. I managed to plan with a couple friends and squeezed in a weekend elk scouting trip. This was my first real field test. We backpacked a few miles into an area and stayed one night in order to recon this new area and the wildlife activity. Being fatigued, I -again- had no issue falling asleep and staying asleep. This piece of gear has won my confidence in taking it along on my 9-day elk hunt in the Colorado Rockies this year. On a side note, regarding personal preference, I have a pad I use for car camping that is a bit weighty but quite wide. I've found I'm beginning to prefer the wide pad so my arms don't hang off the sides when I'm on my back. For that reason, I'm now considering trying out the Insulated Static V Luxe. Happy trails!
Yes , I recommend this product
Terilee
Woodbridge, Va.
great mattress
9 years ago
So haw can I start this note. Well, let me say that I was thoroughly surprised by every aspect of the Klimit insulated sleeping pad. The great: its very light, especially compaired to other pads; easy to inflate, especially with assistance of the tiny therm-a-rest mattress inflator; very comfortable and has the property of keeping the person in the middle of the pad; went out camping in temps well below freezing without a problem. The so-so: we didn't like the color.
Lats
St. Cloud, MN
Definitely worth it
9 years ago
I am new to backpacking, and had no idea what to expect from the various mats. I ordered this one based on a bunch of criteria (thickness, length, weight, etc.) and I was not disappointed. It takes no time to blow up, even by mouth, and is very comfy for a backpacking mat. It is a bit noisy, as stated by others, but I didn't think the noise factor was too much and I highly doubt it woke up the neighboring tents. I'd recommend it.
phongg1
Uncomfortable for lower back
8 years ago
Tried sleeping on it for 3 nights and my lower backs hurts so bad that it wakes me in the middle of the night. The V baffles don't to be doing it for me and the pad is bulky as compared to other ultralight options when packed up. Folding the pad and getting it back in the stuff sack is challenging and time consuming since you have to do it a particular way. Watch the youtube video on how to roll it up. Good thing is that it is 23 inches wide and not 20 like so many backing pads.
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