Rookie campers may think that sleeping pads are all pretty much the same – but in fact they vary enormously. From simple foam rollout mats to highly engineered insulated options for trekking in winter ...

In 2002, Nemo Equipment’s founder Cam Brensinger spent a fraught night in a poorly designed bivvy on the side of Mount Washington. After absolutely zero sleep, he had something of an epiphany and ...

The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture is a middle-of-the-road offering from a manufacturer responsible for some of the best sleeping pads available right now. It’s versatile, aimed at campers and ...

The best backpacking sleeping pads aren’t just lightweight and portable to keep your pack weight down. They’re comfortable, too. Between hauling gear and trekking up different terrains, you need a ...

Having a decent sleeping pad is critical for enjoying a good night’s sleep outdoors. The best sleeping pads — combined with a cozy sleeping bag and camping pillow — can even be as comfortable as your ...

The best foam sleeping pads for backpacking are made of closed-cell foam, meaning they’re lightweight, waterproof, and best of all, can’t puncture. If inflatable pads have left you sleeping ground too ...

The most comfortable sleeping pads are usually the thickest, which means they’re also the heaviest, which means they’re also sometimes a pain to bring along on a camping trip. The best way to disrupt ...

“Absolute game changer to the quality of sleep you will receive.” The Exped MegaMat Duo Sleeping Pad is 25% off in three sizes: The Medium Duo is down to $277, the Long Wide-Plus Duo is $315 now, and ...