Sleeping Mats

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Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT

The original was a great mat for 3-4 season backpacking, except for its infamous crisp-packet crinkly noise. Well, good news: The updated NeoAir XLite NXT is slightly warmer, and a whole lot quieter. With almost nothing to criticise, it looks like Therm-a-Rest are onto a winner, says Dan Bailey.

2 22 Apr

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Trekmates Air Lite Sleep Mat - a budget friendly alternative

You can spend big money on an insulated inflatable camping mat, but for a lot of users something more basic and affordable would be plenty, says Dan Bailey. From car camping to occasional backpacking, this model from Trekmates hits a sweet spot...

10 9 Sep, 2022

Exped Ultra 0° sleeping bag, Ultra R3 mat and Ultra Pillow

Lying down on the job, Dan Bailey checks out Exped's latest offerings for lightweight campers.

2 21 Jul, 2022

Therm-a-rest MondoKing 3D Sleeping Mattress

The MondoKing 3D is Therm-a-Rest's warmest, most supportive and most comfortable camping mat. No lightweight, to put it mildly, this chunky inflatable mattress is strictly for car camping where a small pack size and low weight offer no real...

11 24 May, 2022

Therm-a-Rest Questar Sleeping Bag and ProLite Apex Mat

If you want a three-season sleeping setup that offers comfort and versatility rather than just going...

3 7 Dec, 2021

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Mat

You can get warmer inflatable mats, and you might find lighter, but the balance struck by the NeoAir XLite would make it an...

23 Jun, 2020

Sea to Summit Sleep Systems

Garden camping on lockdown proves the ideal way to test this combination of sleeping bag, mat, and pillow. The emphasis here is on...

8 28 Apr, 2020

Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 32F / 0C Sleeping Bag & NeoAir UberLite Mat

Toby Archer sleeps lightly, with a down bag that offers an impressive warmth for its minimal...

13 Sep, 2019

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Therm-a-Rest® celebrate 50 years of innovation

This year, sleep-system experts Therm-a-Rest continue to celebrate 50 years of their category-defining outdoor gear with the launch of a special behind-the-scenes video within their European manufacturing facility in County Cork, Ireland. Hoste...

26 Oct, 2022