Finally, someone who has done a meaningful review on the sleeping mats. Thanks.
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊😊
@0skarst2 жыл бұрын
Amazingly soft speach! I would suggest this video as an English practice video! I am thinking of making this video to looped sleeping aid. It is somehow so peaceful!
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
Haha thank you! I do get a few comments on my voice but I swear I don't sound like that in real life, just on camera 😛 Maybe I have a yet to be discovered career in recording sleep stories!
@dakterdee4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, most helpful review. Bonus points for measurements in centimeters
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! haha yeah always pausing youtube videos to bring up a converter :P
@mohamedmehdi14344 жыл бұрын
It’s a very helpful review and I like that the measurements are in cm which make a lot more sense to me than inches. Thank you!
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! I much prefer cm as well! :)
@WESTYWALKR3 жыл бұрын
After puncturing an inflatable mattress while desert camping, I decided to go back to my Z-lite. I agree with you, closed cell foam pads like these (Thermarest Z-lite, Alps Wilderness, Nemo Switchback) are the best pads for backpacking/camping. I would recommend not cutting your pad, however. On very cold ground, you will want the insulation for your feet and calves.
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
You wouldn't of had a very comfy sleep the day you punctured your mattress! I am happy to report I have not cut my pad haha. Thanks for watching 🙂
@EternalLove.11114 жыл бұрын
Thanks! We have Thermarests for the family but my husband is used to sleeping on a plain yoga mat. Since we will be doing more camping in the Fall, I wanted to surprise him with this! Thanks for the review!
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! I think he will like it if he is used to a plain mat! What a nice surprise! 🙂
@Steve-xw3nq3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video explaining the sizes. You sold it to me and I've ordered one whilst watching the vid!
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
aww yay! I hope you like it! 😀
@woolcycle3 жыл бұрын
Great review. I feel most of the mat reviews I have watched up until now were by older, heavier male reviewers perhaps with a bigger budget for expensive inflatable mats plus replacing them when they pop! Your review provides a welcome balance to all of that.
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could provide some balance, thank you! I appreciate that!
@wretchpin4 жыл бұрын
I bought this last year because of all the positive reviews, and I must say, this pad isn't for me. I'm a larger fella and felt like there just wasn't enough cushion, for being a side sleeper. It ended up going to my nephew for boy scouts. Thermarest Neoair x-therm, ended up being my true love! :)
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Other side sleepers may find your comment interesting! I have always been intrigued by the Neoair, it seams to be popping up more and more. Maybe one day ill be converted 😛
@fire7side17 күн бұрын
Everyone is really into air mattresses now, but when I read the reviews on Amazon, there are always 2 or 3 that talk about air leaks they can't find. The furthest I would go is get a light one to put on top of it. Haven't done it yet. I have a dog with sharp claws.
@humantorus378611 ай бұрын
Great Review! Love this. Thank you so much.
@tristanshaeen9088 Жыл бұрын
Great review :). My late grandfather had one of these so I was thinking to myself “hey, let’s give it a shot”, but all I could find were reviews about how uncomfortable they are. It’s nice to have found someone who agrees with the old legend! I’m going to try it out - I nap on the floor at home sometimes with my dog so I think this will do fine :). Thanks again!
@settohike Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Haha aww thats such a nice story! I agree that if you nap on the floor then I think you'll find it nice :)
@bwaaahsharkie52604 жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch for the review! Will be pairing this with another sleeping pad for my first trial backpacking trip up here in Canada! Cheers 😊
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
I am glad I could be of help! I hope you have an amazing time for your first trip! :D
@traviscasteel91763 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Just ordered one for my section hikes!
@Gary-gq2le3 жыл бұрын
I am Canadian and i use this sleeping pad the same way although i strap it to my pack differently it really can take years of use as you need to deliberately attempt to destroy it to cause damage
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Sleeping mat buddies! Yeah I am actually quite surprised by how well it holds up!
@mojaslovenija99032 жыл бұрын
Tx for presenting it... I never considered getting it but now I am tempted to get it. The R~2.6 would be fine even for 0°C and "no panic" when the "thorny" floor... ;)
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
I wonder if you ended up getting one? Haha oh yes no need to worry on thorny floor! 😂
@craigbarnard8721 Жыл бұрын
I just received one and tested it on a tile floor. I was surprised how comfortable it was .
@joshg6et984 жыл бұрын
Great review. Something for me to think about. Was considering a blow up mattress to save space but i think the trade off with reliability is worth it.
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It's a tough call for some! I think I am pretty lucky that I find this type of mattress real comfy.
@PillowStuffin2 жыл бұрын
I dont have the thermarest one, but I got pretty much the same thing, just ozark trail brand. After constant patching and still having my pad deflate I said screw it and tossed the air(less) pad and picked up closed cell foam... first week was bad sleep but once I adjusted to the change I never looked back.
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
I couldn't imagine anything worse than a deflated mattress on a hike haha! Glad you adjusted to it! :)
@sunvro83414 жыл бұрын
just ordered one off amazon for my hammock. its chilly here on the east coast, about 5c. looking forward to using it on the AT
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
I can picture it going well with a hammock. 5c sounds too cold for me haha. Wow when do you leave for the AT?
@sunvro83414 жыл бұрын
@@settohike around mid april. it should warm up by then, got my beloved woobie just in case
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
@@sunvro8341 Amazing! I'd like to think I could do that one day. Good luck for your adventure! :)
@thewanderer84 жыл бұрын
Pack size could be important if you are trying to get your rucksack on a plane as hand luggage, without paying the extra luggage charge :-). Air mattresses pack down to nothing, but personally, I don't like them as have had two get punctures when out camping - a real pain. Useful review. Thanks.
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
That is a very good point, especially if you think about all the things that could fit within the same space as the mattress! Thanks for watching :)
@shillchit35404 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! Very informative and very helpful.
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 😄😄
@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING2 жыл бұрын
I have that pad as well. I mostly use it under my sleeping pad to protect it and for a sit pad. I cut it down to 3/4 length. Great video. New follower here. Crow✌️
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
You would have some extra sleeping comfort with that setup! Yeah its so good as a sit pad too. Thanks for tuning in :)
@carpenuctum Жыл бұрын
Im considering either an inflatable or this one. Great points raised. My concern is the space (I really dont like my stuff "packed" outside my bag). But packing this in the middle opened like a book can be workable way of doing it.
@kaizaki91483 жыл бұрын
Very helpful cheers from the UK :) subbed. Also beautiful voice
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊 haha I think my voice changes when the camera starts recording 🤣
@benhikescamps4 жыл бұрын
Great, clear video. Many thanks for making and sharing. You may have just convinced me! ATB - Ben (UK)
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment! I hope you get some good sleep! haha :)
@Martin-oz6lr3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review, I'm sold 👍
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I hope you like it 😊
@jketcham90042 жыл бұрын
Yeah it is about same price on Amazon. at moment, It looks quite good. would be as light as it gets if remove couple of sections, thanks,
@dharaninaidu39823 жыл бұрын
Thanks much, I was looking fr this review 😊 Love from India♥
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! Sending love back from Australia! 💚
@gonewild12204 жыл бұрын
Dope interesting hearing your thoughts on this one!! Cheers
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for tuning in! :)
@gonewild12204 жыл бұрын
@@settohike your welcome and keeping sharing your magic, thanks for the sub back too 👣 peace out 🙏
@sankalpsingh56192 жыл бұрын
I can sleep listening to you 🥰
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
haha thank you, maybe i need to record some sleep stories 😛
@sankalpsingh56192 жыл бұрын
@@settohike what can I do ur voice is so soothing 🥰☺️😁
@steven5oclock Жыл бұрын
Her aussie accent is quite pleasant too.
@mullisoutdoors2 жыл бұрын
I have thought about getting one of these egg crate style pads. I have an inflatable one now and am looking for something a little more bullet proof. Thanks for the review and have fun outside!!
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
4 months later I wonder if you ended up buying one? Haha thanks for watching, have fun outside too!! :)
@mullisoutdoors2 жыл бұрын
@@settohike I actually did, it was the Ozark trail/Walmart made version of it and it’s surprisingly comfortable with just it and my bag on the hard GA ground. The real test will be how well it helps hold heat during Bear season this year in the cold. Been a great buy so far. Thanks for replying!!😁🍀
@notkergrassel4 жыл бұрын
thank you! great review... very helpful!
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@reconnaissance7372Ай бұрын
You are very cute lol. Great review. I love the durability factor most about these but exactly like you said, they're arguably bulky. I honestly prefer to pack as light as I can because I have a bad back and am starting to think maybe a repair kit and a deflatable compressible mattress might suit me more. But I also think it'll basically bite me in the ass when my mattress deflates on me and I get uncomfortable, then upset. I had also planned on cutting one of these down to suit my Mont Hibernator Bivy if I did get one. But still the bulk factor kills me. Yeah the more I think of it the more I think of a Thermorest X-Lite which has an R-value of 4.2. It's just the x-lite is so expensive, and supposedly one of the highest quality air mattresses you can get, but still I've heard in reviews that they can leak pretty much brand new out of the box. It's also for military service so the puncture/repair kit factor is pretty important considering it's expectedly going to have to stand up to a drenched damp cold trench. But that's likely for only a short part of the season. I was going to get the Neo Air X-Therm but I think that's more for literal mountaineering. Sorry for the essay lol I'm just trying to weigh my options by typing it out.
@julianfisher97553 жыл бұрын
Great review, thankyou from the uk
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 🙂🙂
@yooperventures28303 жыл бұрын
Good review. I wish I could use it, but at age 58 with osteoarthritis my back needs more cushion. I use a lightweight inflatable pad. However, I do use the seat pad version of this sleep pad. I find it to be a very useful item in my backpack and bike panniers.
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙂That is a shame! I have always been tempted to try out an inflatable pad - one day! I sometimes take it off my pack for a seat when I stop for a break, very comfy as a seat haha
@Cmlbgl2 жыл бұрын
Great review. Thank you....
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching :)
@Pasequale100 Жыл бұрын
thanks for that great video! :)
@R1cePudding3 жыл бұрын
I got a mat from decathlon for 19.99 I slept on it for 2 weeks but I wonder if this would be better
@hoser77067 ай бұрын
Would you ever use that with a lite inflatable on top? Are you a back, side or stomach sleeper? I do use one for winter but cannot give up my new Neoair NXT. Lol
@sebastianboman872 жыл бұрын
Great review
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! :)
@andreigd28123 жыл бұрын
Really good review, usefulllll! Thank you
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching 😊
@SpenceHoshi3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 🙂
@jameskim83504 жыл бұрын
Very informative thanks
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Cheers! 😀
@theastrobuddhist43484 жыл бұрын
Smart and practical kind of girl huh I like that simple dosent always look simple but it works. Just strap it to your bag and go.
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
J. Michaels haha yep, who knew a piece of foam could be so fancy.
@RobertoCampoliOfficial3 жыл бұрын
I’ve got my zlite can’t wait to use it all n the west highland way in a couple of weeks. I bought a roll mat to go under it but I think judging by what I’ve read online I might not need that as the zlite might be sufficient. What’s your thought on that have you tried it on top of anything and have you had any issues feeling the cold on winter snowy nights? Greetings from the UK and thanks for the video :)
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
I think from memory the coldest night I have used my zlite on was -2 degrees. With my thermals and my cosy sleeping bag. The zlite still worked a treat! I think if it were to start to get colder or if there was snow underneath then you might have issues with feeling the cold! The only proper snow hiking i've done, I was lucky enough to score a space in the hut for the nights so the zlite never went on the ground for that trip! I hope your trip went great! 😀
@daniels.73924 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, ve a great time
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😁😁
@mrxy4254 Жыл бұрын
i like it
@jeffm58086 ай бұрын
i have a nemo air pad but i am looking at switching to a z-lite mabe after I get my xmid tent
@jeffm58084 ай бұрын
i just got a nemo switchback pad and tried it on my hardwood floor and it felt not to bad for comfort even turning on my side it felt OK i might switch to using that for backpacking
@mapunbugwe92453 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! 😊
@Pasequale100 Жыл бұрын
how cold can it be outside/ or in the tent in your opinion to still feel comfortable on this mat? Do you also use it during autumn?
@ninjasrose16532 жыл бұрын
Just bought one of these. Love it!!! And I've not even taken it out yet lol. What's the coldest temp you've used this in? As a caveat... I'm predominantly a Hammock camper. I have a 4 season mat as well. But was hoping I could find a way of using this all year round? Thanks in advance. Great video BTW.
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
Haha yay! Im sure you have used it now by the time it took me to reply to this comment! I hope you are liking it! I think -2 degrees celcius has been the coldest ive used it. I had my thermals/sleeping bag liner/good sleeping bag so with that I dont remember being cold.
@ninjasrose16532 жыл бұрын
@@settohike Unfortunately, it didn't work as well in the Hammock as I'd hoped. But, it's still a good bit of kit I'll use for ground camping if the occasion arises. 😉
@District.24 Жыл бұрын
You’re a dream.
@leighfrancisnemenzo90123 жыл бұрын
Liked your video for a good and honest review. I hate it for giving me a dilemma! Foam or air mattress? 😅
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Hahah! Sorry and not sorry! 🤣 did you end up making a decision?
@johnbradley15992 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hayley. Obviously you sleep on your back and find this mat comfortable. How would I go - I sleep on my side? I have boney hips that need a bit of support.
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
I think if you shift constantly to both sides it could still work, but if you mostly stay in the same position the whole night you might feel your bones a bit too much! I tend to shift a lot from my sides to front and back so thats why it works out for me :)
@MrWildWales3 жыл бұрын
Wondering whether to move to this after getting a hole in my air bed (which I can't find to repair!) Unsure on the comfort of it though
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
It’s a tough one! Much easier if you could borrow one for a night to find out! In non hiking life I tend to like harder mattresses than softer. I also tend to roll around a lot so I don’t notice the ground on any particular side during the night. I would imagine an air mattress to be more comfy if you compared the two but depends on how much comfort is good enough. Not sure if those points help haha
@MrWildWales3 жыл бұрын
@@settohike thanks for the info on it I think I'll get one and if I can't stick it get an air bed to go on top!
@paulambry3 жыл бұрын
Clear, concise and effective review. Very helpful as it was just the thing I was looking for. Thanks muchly. BTW, unfortunately the product link is broken :(
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! 😊 oh no thanks for letting me know I think it’s about time I checked all the links!
@paulambry3 жыл бұрын
@@settohike My pleasure. Hopefully it's one of your affiliate links and now the millions will start coming your way :)
@user-ue8eo1ne1p4 жыл бұрын
I bought it today😉
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I hope you like it! 😀
@user-ue8eo1ne1p4 жыл бұрын
@@settohike Thank You! This is my first mat!
@liti243 жыл бұрын
Hello thanks for the review. I wonder can it be used for sick patients (can't move) to help ventilate air underneath them while lying the whole day? Thanks PS: please google iMedicare iAM-8P (just for example of what I'm asking)
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
hmm in theory it is meant to help trap your body heat which might be the opposite of ventilation? Even though it does look quite similar to your example. But I don't know anything about the medical field so I am not sure, sorry!
@justingonzalez76133 жыл бұрын
R value of 2.6? I thought they were only rated up to 2?
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
I reckon your right!! I think it's changed since I posted this video (or at least the websites have updated their information) because I can see the thermarest site now says 2. 😮
@darrengarlough51212 жыл бұрын
Does it get wet and stay wet?
@markevanpowell21573 жыл бұрын
wow $92 aud for this pad? how much do inflatables cost over there? that pad cost me $35 here in the US
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
haha update, the cheapest I can now find the z-lite for is about $80! Getting there! The inflatables vary from about $100-$400. When you start looking towards the ultralight side it definitely gets close to $400. I guess unfortunately our demand is just not there.
@markevanpowell21573 жыл бұрын
@@settohike that's really unfortunate. You might save money by taking a flight to the states and buying all your gear at once! Although more affordable backpacking gear might be the only reason to visit the states right about now..
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
@@markevanpowell2157 haha funny you say that, I actually did have a holiday booked to the States for last year! and part of the money I was saving was to buy some new gear over there! I was so disappointed I couldn’t go (still am) but hopefully one day soon! Pretty fortunate to be in Aus at the moment. I hope you are doing well!
@markevanpowell21573 жыл бұрын
@@settohike thanks! I live pretty close to dc so it was weird recently.. made me want to get out in the woods, for sure. How things are well over there too
@saltyw13 жыл бұрын
Is it water resistant? Thx
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I would say it wouldn't hurt it if you got water on it. (I sometimes spray mine with a hose when I get back from a trip to clean it haha)
@meixingm4 жыл бұрын
Does it keep you warm enough?
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Better then those cheap foam mattresses but i'd still say I am warm because of my sleeping bag rather then anything else.
@hooXpoo3 жыл бұрын
I came because the cute girl and stayed for the great info.
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
haha thank you and cheers! 😊
@shereefsha1084 жыл бұрын
Nyc my dear.
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Thank you :) :)
@shereefsha1084 жыл бұрын
@@settohike any plan to india .kerala
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
I would be open to anything! I will put it on my research list haha 🙂
@yudihartanto30252 жыл бұрын
You so beauty, from Indonesia
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
haha thank you :) and thanks for watching!
@custodianvrael64713 жыл бұрын
Kinda sad when she said the length is only 183 cm, I'm 186
@settohike3 жыл бұрын
Aww, maybe you'll have to buy two and glue them together 😜
@JESUSISKING777424 жыл бұрын
Wow yours was expensive got mine for $30 usd from rei
@settohike4 жыл бұрын
Haha yeah last time I checked REI wouldn't ship to Australia not sure if they do now!
@whydnot2 жыл бұрын
$92!?!?!?!
@settohike2 жыл бұрын
We always struggle to get gear from america at a normal price 😛
@whydnot2 жыл бұрын
@@settohike I am sorry to hear that. I wish there was a way around that. At least it should last many nights.