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Exped Ultra 6.5R Sleeping Pad
$199.95
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A go-anywhere, do-anything sleeping pad, this Exped pad is a good option any time of year. It's insulated for all-weather use and has an R-value of 6.9. It's packable for backpacking and bikepacking.
Key Details
Best Use
Backpacking
R-Value
6.9
Pad Thickness (in.)
3.5 inches
Ultralight
Yes
Yes
- Made using polyester fabric and microfiber insulation
- Exped Synmat Plus Technologyâ„¢ utilizes recycled synthetic microfiber for efficient insulation combined with layers of reflective foil, maximizing warmth and reducing weight
- Rated for all-season use in temperatures down to -31°F; 6.9 R-value
- Recycled 20-denier ripstop polyester face fabric is lightweight and soft to the touch; fabric uses less water, energy and carbon to produce
- Comfort Cradleâ„¢ side rails are larger than the inner air chambers to center you on the mat
- 3.5 in. (9 cm) sleeping pad thickness provides a comfortable night's rest
- Welded baffles separate air chambers, creating a cushioned and stable sleep surface and preventing cold spots
- Airtight, durable and hydrolysis-resistant fabric lamination enhances performance and longevity
- Contains recycled synthetic insulation that is sustainable and environmentally conscious
- Large inflate and deflate FlatValves provide industry-leading durability, reliability and intuitive performance
- Schnozzel Pumpbag included for rapid, moisture-free mat inflation
- Repair patch included for quick field repairs
Imported.
View all Exped Air Pads| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Sleeping Pad Type | Air |
| Sleeping Pad Shape | Rectangular |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation Type | Synthetic |
| R-Value | 6.9 |
| Repair Kit Included | Yes |
| Stuff Sack Included | Yes |
| Packed Size | Medium: 4.3 x 9.1 inches Medium Wide: 4.5 x 10.6 inches Long Wide: 4.7 x 10.6 inches |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Ultralight | Yes |
| Pad Thickness (in.) | 3.5 inches |
| Dimensions | Medium: 72 x 20.5 x 3.5 inches Medium Wide: 72 x 25.6 x 3.5 inches Long Wide: 77.6 x 25.6 x 3.5 inches |
| Weight | Medium: 1 lb. Medium Wide: 1 lb. 3 oz. Long Wide: 1 lb. 5 oz. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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Location:NM
Age:25–34
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'6"
1 month ago
If vertical baffles are your thing
Yes , I recommend this product
This is an awesome pad, I thought it was pretty comfortable, very warm and solid construction with separate valves made it easy to inflate and deflate. Unfortunately I hadn’t tried vertical baffles and I woke up 2 hrs with some back pain and uncomfortable, however I do not think this takes away from the sleep pad and I still give it a 5/5 because I think everyone should know what type of pad is best for them and if vertical baffles work for you this is probably near end game
Age:25–34
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'6"
Age:55–64
2 weeks ago
A fail for me
No, I do not recommend this product
A fail for me , have to say it was very comfortable but slept cold do to the reflective missing in spots. will try to add a photo when i held it up to sun .
Age:55–64
Location:St. Louis, MO
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'11"
2 weeks ago
Padding the stats
Yes , I recommend this product
This pad has a great mix of comfort, ease-of-use, low pack weight, and competitive price. We bought this as comfortable pad to pair with a Zenbivy sleep system and they work great together. The pad is very comfortable and supportive. When compared side by side with a prior year REI Helinox, the Ultra 6.5R is noticeably thicker, and much more supportive near the edges of the pad. This was very noticeable as a side sleeper, but not as big of a deal if you're a back or stomach sleeper. We tested this overnight car camping at temperatures down in the 40's - not really a stress test but the pad seemed warm enough. The pumpsack/dry bag is a cool idea and works great as a pumpsack, thought I'm not sure how I'd organize my stuff to take advantage of it.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Location:New Jersey
Age:18–24
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'11"
1 month ago
Great pad!
Yes , I recommend this product
This is the first pad I’ve ever bought and it lived up to the hype! I took it backpacking and car camping and slept like a BABY. Got 10 hrs of good sleep in the Virginia back country and almost got too warm at ~40 degrees. Super worth!
Age:18–24
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'11"
4 weeks ago
Lol
Funny an email sent asking me to review this item and you have not even sent it yet.
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