Thankyou for watching it mean a lot ,, 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

I like how he always remembers to say thanks very much for clicking on this video. Shows appreciation

17 seconds in and somebody has already given the video a thumbs down?? Why ?? I agree the sponge pump thing seems a complete waste of time. Which is a shame because the mat otherwise looks really good. Keep up the good work mate.

I think you're right Dan, a bag to inflate it would be far better and less bulky. I think I'll stick with my UL80. Thanks for the review. All good to know.

That looks awesomely comfortable I would definitely carry the extra weight for that thank you very much Dan for the video excellent work as always

Trekologys UL range are cracking sleeping pads, i have the UL80 and love it.. good stuff.

Thanks for your review! I've bought one for hospital stays when my medically complex child needs to be in hospital, so I'll be using the foot pump as i need something relatively quiet to inflate when we're admitted at 1am and you are trying not to wake other patients and parents! And those fold out beds for parents are the devil! They're so lumpy and you can feel the metal poles underneath through the "mattress". I had to sleep on one just last night and i was unbelievably sore this morning. Our hospital stays have ranged from just 1 night to months on end. I'm looking forward to a much more comfortable sleep next hospital admission! Thanks again! 😊

I was looking for a decent mat for a last minute trip to the Lake District. I came across your video and purchased it straight away! Good straight to the point video! 👏🏽

Great review my friend, It's good to see the kit going back in the stuff sack, Not a lot channels show that. I struggle to get my tarps n stuff back in the bag once wet. I wish manufacturers would allow for that. Dead easy to pack away when yer kits dry. Atb Bill.

Just bought one, used an electric pump to blow up, seconds. The storage bag now is a lot bigger so easily goes in. Cheers for your video’s.👍

when your inflating it use your two hands like your doing CPR I have a similar mat its an ALPKIT DUMO and it works a treat using your two hands it beats having to blow it up with your mouth try two straight arms with your hands another great video regards Paul

Good review Dan.....I think you are spot on re: the pump. Looks comfy right enough. I sleep hard so closed cell foam works for me. Cheap and failsafe.

Great review this Mate, decided to get one myself! As a side sleeper ive always had trouble finding the right mat so I dont wake up with a broken back but I think she might be the one! Getting tomrrow, cant wait to try it out

Thanks for reviewing this. I've been looking at getting this, or the UL80. As for the pump, I'd much rather a foot pump than blowing it up purely because the bacteria and moisture from your lungs will eventually grow to mold inside the sleeping pad, if you blow it up with your mouth. It also saves having to take a separate pump, manual or electric. The mat looks really comfy as it's very thick, which is what I need as I'm skinny therefore boney, and a side sleeper. Cheers mate. Keep up the good work.

Got mine today and I and I am looking forward to trying it out when I get home out of hospital 👍

Looks very comfortable. Thanks and stay safe.

Thanks for that Dan I was one who asked for the review and you certainly didn't disappoint!! I'm a side sleeper and Hammock Camper due to back issues so I would still like to see how it fairs in a Hammock if possible. I'm planning a couple of Bothy trips this year and I know that this would be a great bit of kit plus an insulated matt underneath. I'd also invest in a small air pump as well. Personally I'm not bothered about the weight as I normally take everything including the kitchen sink lol

totally agree. pumps just dead weight. looks really comfortable, not sure about the weight and pack down size for my own needs. very thorough review. good job

Just got one for winter side sleeping. Patience required using knee to inflate in rain with Nevis 300 and small dog. Very comfy.

Great honest review 👏. For me if I was going camping in me car to a camp site this would be ideal and you would have your own foot pump. But for wild camping I would leave this at home .but looks a good bit of kit. Yeah get rid of the pump and this mite work . 👍👍👍👍👍👍

Great review and it's helped me decide not to get one, bit to heavy and the pump is just not needed, also going by your timings I would hate to be outside the tent trying to inflate it for 5 mins in heavy rain !! Think I'll look at it's predecessor 👍 thanks again and keep up the great work 👍👍😉

Great review Dan , im just starting out and looking at all kinds of mats/pads that are comfortable and a decent price , I agree with you the sponge does need removing and looks a pain in the backside , going to watch the ul80 review also , thanks again its been very helpful

good review english woodsman

Bloody brilliant mate, I was looking st the UL80 but this is much better. Top review pal

Another great review EW, thanks again.

Great video again thanks for sharing

Great video. Just bought one and agree the pump is a faff. Will be using a mini pump but the internal one is a useful back up.

Great video Dan. I have the UL80 which is really good. I also got a Naturehike mat last year that has a very similar pump that you do with your hands. I found it quite good. I still think Trekology should do a UL80 winter edition with a better R value. I think the pack size on this new mat will put a lot of people off. Thanks again Dan.

They include the pump Dan cos when you blow it up by mouth, your blowing moisture into it like condensation inside it. This could freeze on a cold night and rob your body heat. Better to use the pump. 😎

I think everyone should subscribe and hit the like button.

Thank you 👍👍👍 good to see the mats being tested. I really don’t understand the people or person who gave you a thumbs down. If you don’t like the video then say nothing. Or make your own video. Tossa. Thanks Dan. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Thanks for the video... good review. Think I’m more than happy sticking with my UL80 and lungs, it’s really no effort to blow those things up.

Ive just bought one of these based on your review Dan so no pressure 😂😂😂great review fella 👍

Thanks for showing your packing-up method, I've not been able to get my UL-140 back in its bag since unpacking it ;)

Thanks for making this video, it helped me decide to make this purchase. greetings from Chile

Oh wow.

Just bought this pad the issue with the pump is easily solved with a clothes peg and when packing push the air out off the pump first then put the plug back in before rolling up doing this I had no problems getting it back into the bag. Very comfortable pad, inflation was easy and the pump saves spending another £20 / £30 on a pump sack or battery pump. The R rating is 1-8 .

Another great review looks a comfy bit of kit

In theory the UL140 is an excellent mat however I had 2 issues with mine. Firstly, it deflated the first night I used it. All valves were closed correctly etc. but it still deflated about 30-40% overnight. Secondly, I found it next to impossible to get back into the stuff sack after use. I had a UL80 mat before and it was excellent. The UL140 is definitely more comfortable but it's not without it's hassles as described above. You're right about the pump too, it's not so good. I ended up blowing it up myself and it took a while.

good honest down to earth review - nice one :)

The pumpsack from exped fits the trekology mats, use that. I like the UL80 never had it leak, this looks good with pillow included

Excellent video again mate 😁 keep it up

Totally agree, they should ditch the pump. Great review, good to see the packaway.

Ive got the ul 80 which is perfect for me,i use a mini pump to inflate it,pump is no bigger than an egg! Does it in just under a minute

I love the look of it, looks comfy! Certainly wouldn't class it as ultralight at 1kg, lightweight maybe. My ultralight is 640g. The pump is not such a good idea and I'd ditch the pouch for a strap so you can roll it how you want. Despite the negatives I still like it 👍

Another grand public service there danny ol boy😇 cheers mate👊

My thermarest done my head in last weekend to narrow, time to get new matt , been waiting to see your review on this matt , think il hold on till you do update on it , see if they bin the footpump , just have to use the hammock lol

Just purchased one, i thought for the pump to use my knee and kneel on it, 5 mins of effort to be really comfortable as a side sleeper is way worth it, not to wake up with aches n pains is well worth some effort and the price is good, i note the Canadian army ( who know a thing or two about cold camping) use a mat very similar to the ul80 they put a foil covered roll mat under it as extra insulation and to protect the rubber mat from the ground.

I use the Treekology UL50 (the lightest one) with Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite folding sleep mat it's perfect and taken my backpack down to 45Lgetting rid of a bulky mat like the UL140. At least a foam sleeping mat strap to the outside of my backpack and weighs virtually nothing and doubles up as a seat. This mat I'd only use on a campsite where I'm just loading equipment out of the car it seems like that's where it's best suited.

Great video! I have used its little brother and it was very comfortable. This one looks even better, sod the weight :-)

Hi Dan , I agree about the pump mate .

Helpful, thanks

I think KZfaq should add an extra button to possibly 'dislike' a product rather than the video itself. 7 thumbs down does not seem fair. Great video, informative and focusing on pro/con which is what you want. I think for car camping , weekend camping with the family , or for someone who has issues with their back, this is great. To be fair with the right UL tarp/bivy this wouldn't add much to the overall pack weight. Could easily take it on a 3 to 4h hike.

Hi. Are trekology asking you for feedback? , if so please will you ask them to do the UL80 but insulated. It would be the best mat out there. I used mine last weekend, very comfy but I felt the cold come through Keep up the good work.

Exactly the size I need excellent just what I've been looking for but could do without the pump to reduce the size for carrying on my motorcycle when camping. I carry a small electric pump that connects to my motorcycle

It sure looks comfy but I've got the UL80 and that is just fine for me. I think the extra bulk and weight, that footpump is unnecessary too. I've got an electric micro pump which really saves a lot of huffing and puffing. It inflates the UL80 in a couple of minutes. I found this one very particular about how you get it back in that stuff sack as you found.

I got the ul 80 love it when I first started this vid I got all excited but that pump thing ruins it I’m with u stuff sack all day my other Matt got stuff sack for blowing it up it’s great but not as comfy as the ul so always goes for that think I’m still goin 2 get 1 love how wide it is

Great review, the only thing I would like to know is the "R" rating (or did I miss that bit). Nice that you have said you would come back and tell us how it performed after long use.

Looks decent👏

A normal battery pump will blow it up in no time at all, i deffo won't be buggering about with the "internal foot pump" and i'd be getting a bigger "stuff bag" 😉

Trekology is a great company there trying to give us affordable gear I have the ul 80? There other sleeping pad and I had a leak from day one emailed them they confirmed my purchase and in 3 days I had another one no questions asked so it may not be perfect but it’s a great option and great that there really trying hard to bring us good quality gear so I will give it a shot,but use a different stuff sack no biggie and I do agree about losing the pump for a bag inflator

Looks a good mat mate.. 👍👍

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Everyone seems to be grabbing the flex gear tiny pump which would be a better option than a car wash sponge inside this thing. Would be interesting to see this with out the pump built in.

Thanks for your thoughts on the mat👍🏻, but after the problems with other trekology mats leaking & failing with the company largely ignoring the inherent faults I won't be buying any of their products. Even if this mat turns out to be a solid bit ok kit it won't make up for the way they've treated previous customers. Many people trust your opinions on gear as you tell the truth..the good & the bad I look forward to hearing how you get on with the mat..Atb mate 👍🏻

Good review a decent mat 👍

Great review Dan. I won't be getting one... Looks like something I'd lie on in a swimming pool. I defo agree, that pump is a waste of time, space and weight.

Great review Just got one of these

I've had one for a while now, I love how comfy it is but the foot pump is a waste of time and space, it would be a MUCH better product without it, everyone uses those Flextailgear pumps now anyway, a Mk.2 without the pump would be the way to go, at least you could get back in the Fekkin bag!! ATB Pete

i got one today and i used both hands like doing CPR haha and it went up easy . iam 6 foot 5 and it fits me class

Looks like a nice pad, I would get a Small Backpacking battery pump on Amazon to fill it though. Just that Lazy.

Looks like a lot of faffing about, especially to put it away. My 6'3" is going to leave me hanging over the end, too. Thanks for the review - it is one more I can cross off my shortlist.

Taking no chances there with a list lad, well played. That's like compressions for cpr...lol. 47?! I'd turn blue..lol. looks good though.

My thermarest is light and has a R Value of 4.2..I just fancy this one as it wide and comfy looking..A good night sleeps appeals more to me than carrying 0.5 kg lighter..Do you know the R value of the mat Dan? Thanks Robert

We have the other Trekology sleeping mat... We are not struck on the pump, too bulky and a lot of fannying about to get it in the bag. Will stick with the ones we have and hope the pesky devils don’t leak 🤪 Emma & Rick 👍🏼

In my opinion trekology needs to make a 30” wide mat with no foot pump. That change in my opinion would make the trekology mat the best mat on the market for the price

Never realised the ul80 had problems with leaks so I’m glad I never bought it now.I’m just going to go ahead and buy thermarest xtherm max.should have just bought the xtherm 1st,I’ve got £100 worth of mats already that just didn’t work for me.

To be hoped it’s better manufactured than the poor quality of their UL80. I had 2 fail so gave up with em and bought summat better. That UL140 does look okay for family weekends although could be a bit short for many. Doubt I’d be taking it hiking with me like, if that’s the ultralight I’d hate to carry the normal version 😄

I have just purchased the Trekology ul140 and the Aluft Pro Pillow from Amazon along with a Naturehike Snowbird Duck down sleeping bag all for 150 quid. I also have a Onetigris camping cot and Scaena Tent I purchased last Month. I am off to the Brecon Beacons in early October climbing Cribyn , Corndu and Pen Y Fan to raise money for Prostate Cancer and to challenge myself although I did it last Year and wild camped near the Obelisk. Just stumbled on your channel and great content. Can you use a inflatable air pump to blow up the mattress. I have a flextailgear with attachments which was cheap from Amazon and tiny and useful

Thank you for this review. I am about to go camping for the first time and have sciatica I think this will be perfect. I have heard a lot of people talking about reflective heat pads that go under, can you recommend any. Thank you.

Nice video you have a new subscriber :) thanks

Recommend anything that won't break the bank but is decent and fits in the polish lavvu?

I agree the bag it a great way to inflate mats

Had two of the UL80's now and they both started losing air after a couple of uses to the point they became unusable. As comfortable as they are I wont be buying one again

Sorry but rather blow it up the traditional way and much quicker, sticking to the original version for now....appreciate the review mate 👍

Sounds like too much hassle for my liking. Also I would want a firm bed but a soft pillow, cant do that if it blows up in one. Last point, its too short. Not a problem with a slim mat, but I would really notice the height difference just below the knees.

A better pump system needed, the width depth and curved edges looks really comfy.

Which one would you recommend UL80 or UL140?

Which would you recommend more, the UL140 or the Camfy P3?

Bought it, started to deflate during the night after 2 weeks of use. (takes 5h) Any ideas what the weak point is so I can fix it in the field?

How did you get on with this sleeping pad am just starting out picking up gear and the sleeping mats are a minefield what would you recommend?

Have you tried the bag pump (that matches the UL80) with it?

Looks comfy, does it have an R value?

I’m trying to get one shipped to Calgary Dan.

What is the r rating, ....temperature range?

This is the type of product you use twice and tears/leaks.

Are you still happy with the mat? I’m looking for a mat for temporary use for a holiday for my 6 year old, and then to just be used as a kids sleepover bed. Would you recommend this mat or the ul80?

I'd buy it tomorrow if the pump wasn't built in, I'd use my miniature pump/light. Such a shame.

No good blowing up the mat in bad weather, i.e. high winds, rain or snow. I have a re-chargeable air pump.

I would buy that (maybe). What is the R-value of that?