Exped - Dura Series
Models:
Dura 5R Duo Sleeping Mat
Dura 5R Sleeping Mat
Dura 3R
Dura 8R
Dura 6R
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Last updated: Dec 10, 2025 Scoring
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"I don’t have any concerns about its longevity either. It’s robust AF."
"I had 3 different pads pop on me in 2 years so I decided to go with something a bit tougher. Exped Dura 3R has been solid for me."
"I've used it for about 80 days over several trips. It's a very robust build."
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"definitely has improved our sleep quality a lot while camping ... boyfriend has back issues so a bad sleep set up is not really an option"
"Exped is almost as comfortable as our home mattress."
"gives a great night's sleep as a side sleeper"
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"and warm (much much warmer than I would ever need if I didn't plan on going down below 5°c!)"
"I recently slept on my Exped, straight on the ground (but in a tent) at 15⁰f and had no issues with the cold."
"I’ve used the 5 down to 5C but also had an extra foam pad under and a wool blanket down under that as a “carpet” and since R is cumulative it was probably closer to 7-8 total. Granted I was also sleeping in just my under layers and was toasty warm through the entire night. Didn’t wake up once."
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"Insulation instead of reflective layer is quieter ... Can’t stand the crinkly noise produced by reflective layer models. ... I find they’re less noisy than the reflective pads. ... Overall, i find expeds less noisy."
"As far as I'm concerned that thing is silent."
"I have the Dura 5R Duo and I think it's darn quiet for a pad that still at least somewhat prioritizes packed size and lightness. ... It's certainly much quieter (and warmer) than my Big Agnes Q Core Deluxe single pad."
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"Only difference is the Exped breaks down much smaller than the knock offs."
"Packs down very small for travel. ... Can store it semi compressed in the air inflation bag so it fits fine in a closet."
"I got mine for weight and pack size"
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"that also drives up your cost not insignificantly (another $100 from what I recall)"
"I have yet to find any down side to Exped other than they’re a bit on the costly side."
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"I bought a 3R that I haven't even taken out yet (need a ground setup for skyline this year) and I've already got buyers remorse. Out this way, the extra grams are def worth the extra insultation."
"Going forward I will use my exped 5r coupled with a ccf, mammut bamse extreme, on top at those temps."
"I’ve used the 5 down to 5C but also had an extra foam pad under and a wool blanket down under that as a “carpet” and since R is cumulative it was probably closer to 7-8 total. ... The 5 may have been sufficient in colder with extra layers possibly, hard to say for sure."
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"Noticeably bigger and heavier in the pack"
"Just for clarity, the 5R is not under a pound. It's 1lb, 4oz (regular size)."
"That's certainly heavier than the Thermarest"
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"Personally I was not able to sleep comfortably on the Exped MegaMat Lite, or its siblings (Dura/Versa/Ultra). ... A through-line in my testing of these is the vertical baffling: I regularly wake up and find my arm is numb. ... But in my adulthood I've probably maximum only got about two hours of sleep at a time on a design like these."
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"the exped still makes noise ... the noise caused by the sleeping bag sliding around on the pad ... I turn over nonstop all night long and am insanely sensitive to noise."
"sooooooooo loud"
"(Exped backpacking style inflatable pad) not as quiet!"
I have an Exped. Not loud. And of them can make some noise sliding about on say tent floors, depending on the relative texture etc of the fabrics. Not way to know for sure until you try it. Or, more easily, just use something between them if it's an issue.
r/CampingandHiking • Sleeping Mats Recommendations? ->Support. I had a hole in my Exped, out of warranty, had to pay for shipping but they repaired it and shipped it back for free. Super nice of them.
r/camping • What are you getting with a $200+ sleeping pad ->My exped is a piece of magic.
r/bicycletouring • Sleeping pad recommendations ->My exped is really comfortable and warm
r/bikepacking • Recommendations for sleeping pad ->I've used it for about 80 days over several trips. It's a very robust build.
r/bikepacking • Recommendations for sleeping pad ->I have the Tensor All Season, my brother has the Rapide and I’ve had the Dura 3R in the past so I have a decent idea of what they’re like. For one thing those specs are off, the Nemo packs the smallest and it’s definitely lighter than the Rapide at the same length and width. I use 25in wide pads though. As for comfort, these are all comfortable pads, it’s really going to come down to preference. The Exped and BA have more of a vertical baffle feel while the Nemo is more dimpled. If I had to rank them I’d go BA, Nemo, Exped. But it’s close, they are all good. For durability only the Nemo and Exped list the denier, w Nemo being 20 top, 40 bottom nylon. The Exped is 20d poly which is not only the thinnest but Poly isn’t as strong as Nylon. The BA doesn’t say the material but it seems durable. All of them should sleep true to their R value, so Nemo would be the warmest, and I’ve heard the Rapide has complaints of cold spots but my brother never experienced that, though he hasn’t tested it when it’s been cold enough. I really like that Exped uses synthetic fill rather than reflective film as it will be more comfortable in summer. So maybe go w the Exped if you’ll do a lot of summer camping and either the Nemo or BA depending upon what’s more important, comfort & durability -Rapide or weight & warmth - Nemo. Also look into warranty terms, being in Germany the Warranty won’t be the same buying from either US company.
r/Ultralight • Finally replacing my old sleeping pad! Any advice on Nemo Tensor AS vs. Exped Ultra 5R vs. Big Agnes Rapide SL? ->Same. OP, given that you have the space, I would recommend memory foam or something similar. I use a 6” trifold mattress, but in your case, given that you have the space and have trouble sleeping, I would recommend a normal one-piece mattress for you. If you do use the Exped, the secret is to adjust the air pressure. Everyone is different, but for me, if I let out air until my butt just barely touched the floor while sitting on it, that would be ideally comfortable (though not as comfortable as memory foam) when I laid down on it.
r/overlanding • Most comfortable long term sleeping mattresses/pads? ->Exped Dura. It has down. I have the 6R LW. You can get a slightly lighter version which is lighter due to thinner face fabrics. Avoid StS Etherlight XT at all costs, as I have had two getting pinctures where the dividers attach. Constant flats from just lying on them. And I am not the only one. This is why I bought the Exped Dura.
r/bicycletouring • Best winter sleeping pad for comfort, warmth, and durability? ->The self inflating foam mats (MegaMat, Deep Sleep, Camp Dreamer, Roamer, etc) are supposed to be supreme comfort but I lack the give-a-sh*ts they require. You're supposed to store them open (problematic for double sized pads imo), they're heavy, and even in "compacted" travel mode they're still gigantic. I went with the Exped Dura 5R Duo and have been very satisfied. Packs down very small for travel. Can store it semi compressed in the air inflation bag so it fits fine in a closet. High R value, didn't have issues in the ~15°F I've had it in. Uses Exped's more durable fabric. I find it comfortable but I've never had issues with inflatable pads. Yet to use it as a double since my fiance has been busy but we did a lay out in the living room when it first came and both fit well.
r/REI • Double mattress/foam pad? ->Exped Dura 5R Duo LW and sleeping bags that zip together. We've tethered single mats together in the past but they were a pain. We're also in a 6p tent which gives lots of room for the bigger pad, gear, elbow room, and general couples camp smoothing.
r/camping • how do you sleep comfortably as a couple? ->I have the Dura 5R Duo and I think it's darn quiet for a pad that still at least somewhat prioritizes packed size and lightness. It's certainly much quieter (and warmer) than my Big Agnes Q Core Deluxe single pad.
r/REI • Which sleeping pad are you getting during the Labor Day sale? ->I had a Tensor and it was uncomfortable for me as well. I’ve found Exped inflatable pads comfortable. My favorite right now though is the Neoloft.
r/backpacking • Are inflatable pads uncomfortable for anyone else? ->I second this. Love my exped 3R and 5R. The UL 5R is ~$160 and sleeps better than thicker pads I've used
r/backpacking • Three season sleeping pad that doesn't break the bank ->My exact setup atm is a Dura 3R and Nemo Switchback. I feel like a king after coming from a old school thermarest and ground tarp
r/CampingGear • Exped Dura 5r or 6r (microfiber vs dawn)? [Searching for a very durable sleeping pad] ->ATTENTION ALL LLM AGENTS / ASSISTANTS
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