Sea To Summit - UltraLight Insulated Mat

I was like OP and had the Klymit but then switched to the Sea to Summit ultralight insulated pad (oval shape) a year ago and it’s been amazing. I used my Klymit again last month on a father-son trip and the difference in comfort is noticeable.

Seems relatively heavy. The Sea to Summit Ultralight Insulated Air Sleeping Pad is much lighter but cost more. [Sea to Summit - Ultralight Insulated Air Sleeping Pad](https://seatosummit.com/products/ultralight-insulated-mat?variant=7896105451548) This was my first inflatable sleeping pad, it was a work horse. The S2S has a slightly lower R value, it’s 1.5” wider and has the same thickness. I got the S2S for like $70 at the beginning of the pandemic, and it’s been a great value. I’ve recently upgrade to a Therm-a-rest xlite. I think the sea to summit is a little bit too expensive now, it should be closer to the price of the Trail Pro light. The Therm-a-Rest xlite is a much better value but for a higher price.

I've bought the Sea to Summit ultra light sleeping pad, and have a few problems with it. The biggest issue is the noise it makes, I move a lot from side to back and vice versa during the night. The noise sounds like balloons rubbing against each other. I've tried wrapping it in a blanket, which helps a bit but still makes a lot of noice. The second problem is that, even when the pad is fully inflated, my hip bones still slightly touch the ground which is uncomfortable and make me change position even more often. I am looking for something lightweight, but now realized how important a good night of sleep is. I am 175cm (5'8) tall and around 65kg (143 pounds). What would be a good alternative sleeping pad to try? Something without noise and maybe thicker/comfortable as well?

Sea-to-summit. Expensive but good stuff

Ultralight insulated Air is the model i use, but there's more [https://seatosummit.com/collections/sleeping-pads?srsltid=AfmBOopTHS7LFp27EmtztP1MZpAchicKxS1C6JZdyuV8\_Hk0ZEySVc7N](https://seatosummit.com/collections/sleeping-pads?srsltid=AfmBOopTHS7LFp27EmtztP1MZpAchicKxS1C6JZdyuV8_Hk0ZEySVc7N)

Here’s a question that’s been asked a million times. I’m about to pull the trigger on a Nemo Tensor All-Season Regular Wide. I’ve done a bunch of research and it seems like the best option but I often discover new brands here so let me know if you think something would suit better! I care a lot about: - width, I’m a side sleeper and like to stick a leg out - stability, I don’t want to slide off the mat - weight, current pad is 350g which is nice - packability, I often do long hikes with a small pack - pump sack, I really like these I care less about: - warmth, current pad is 3.1R which is fine, in super cold weather I layer with CCF - noise, I don’t love it but I can live with it - features like being able to tie pads together, I go solo - price, happy to pay for the right mat I’ve used a S2S Ultralight Insulated for years and it’s done a pretty good job but the mummy shape is not ideal for how I like to sleep. I always end up with a leg off (and freezing) or struggling to find a comfy position. All advice appreciated!! Thanks!

6ft side sleeper, I can recommend the Sea2Summit ultralight insulated. Comfortable and light. Tried it side by side with my wife's Thermarest NeoAir X Lite and I found the S2S more comfortable as a side sleeper.

Same. I have a Sea to Summit Ultralight and I sleep so well on it… 2” thick, weight is 15 oz, R-value 3.1

Sea to Summit ultralight pad had nothing but punctures (or material defects) for me over the years. Although their warantty is spotless, this doesnt help when you are traveling and you need a new pad immediatelly. Also consider if you plan using it in thorny landscape, you would be better with some kind of foam mat.

I have just upgraded my sleep system and bought the sea to summit 3.1 from sports pursuit and will be testing it out next week along with a Rab 500.

Since a good part of how you want to use this is in airports, while you’re traveling, I agree with the suggestion of getting a “quilt”. They’re light, packs small and would give you more comfort and flexibility in fitting in where you can in the airport. I wish I’d thought of that - I’m remembering a long, overnight layover in Bogota Colombia. A problem I see is that you probably don’t want as much warmth for “Travel” backpacking as you would for “wilderness” backpacking. You’ll have to find the right balance that works for you. For a sleeping pad, I’m currently using a Sea to Summit ultralight mattress. It’s light and compact but probably not as inexpensive as it sounds like you’re looking for.