Closed Cell Foam Sleeping Pad Ultralight

This is by far the most durable sleeping pad on the market.

Closed cell foam sleeping pad ultralight.

You can save weight by choosing a mummy or tapered shape that reduces volume and packs smaller. Its composed of a simple lightweight closed cell foam pad. Closed cell foam pads are the cheapest options on the market. Considerations include ease of inflation weight compactness insulation and r values length and shape of your pad.

The basic closed cell foam design provides a ground pad option that is not only lightweight and durable but also a great value. While therm a rest s z lite sol has held the top spot in the foam pad market for some time now we find that nemo s switchback ultralight sleeping pad offers slightly. Its versatility is attractive for people from all walks of life. For the ultralight budget backpacker who s hard on gear and doesn t want the possibility of a ruptured air pad closed cell foam pads are a great option.

Weighing 14 ounces 72 x 20 this closed cell foam pad has an r value of 2 0 measured with the new r value standard and costs 35 45 depending on the length. A guide to the best ultralight backpacking sleeping pads. The z lite sol also features a higher than average r value the measurement used to establish the degree of insulation of different foams making it one of the warmest ultralight sleeping pads on our list. Nemo redefined the classic closed cell foam sleeping pad to deliver more thickness and plush comfort in an industry leading packed size.

This pad offers reliability in the background that s hard to beat. While most other contenders can pop the inflatable design you don t have to worry about thrashing this highly durable contender around on the ground. The accordion shaped therm a rest z lite sol w aluminized reflective surface sleeping pad is a backpacking classic that s easy to attach to any backpack. While not as comfortable as other options on the market closed cell foam pads have evolved over the years to maximize comfort while maintaining an ultra lightweight design.

Unlike self inflating and air. The gossamer gear thinlight foam insulation pad can be rolled and placed either inside the pack or on top where it can be held under the closure for instance. Being so versatile makes our insulation pads a favorite. Switchback ultralight sleeping pad the new champion of plushness and packability.

The therm a rest ridgerest classic foam sleeping pad is as its name suggests the classic camping mattress trusted by generations of campers and backpackers for a good night s sleep in the great outdoors. Closed cell foam pads in short lengths are also quite low in weight. Ultralight pads are excellent for backpacking but are more expensive. The therm a rest z lite sol is a closed cell foam sleeping pad that can be compressed into a lightweight and compact shape.

If you re backpacking with a partner a two person lightweight sleeping pad can save ounces.