NEMO Equipment Quasar 3D Lightweight Sleeping Pad - Regular (72"x20") - Plasma

It seems like sleeping pads are a pick two kind of endeavor: comfortable, warm, compact, or light weight. This pad seems to balance those well. It is quite comfortable and warm, but not unwieldy for weight and packed size. I got the long wide variant which, at 6'3" 220lbs, keeps my heels and shoulders on the pad as well as my Nemo pillow which I roll in with this pad for a pretty compact sleeping foundation. Even pretty comfy as a belly sleeper.

You will not go wrong with this mat. Super comfortable feels like it supports your spine better than most mattress. This is not only amazing for backpacking due to its ultra lightweight but it's great for sleep over guests and I'm thinking it's probably going to replace my memory foam topper in my camptrailer. It's that good. Also very easy to fill with air and release air.

Had previously purchased a $35 mattress for a bike trek. Lost a lot of sleep. It could not keep air and blowing up was a pain. This Nemo is worth the extra $$. Blowing up is easier due to the inflation bag that comes with it and, most importantly, it is far more comfortable --> better sleep. Only thing I would do different is purchase the wider version. The slightly extra weight and volume in your pack will be well worth it due to the better night's sleep. And with better sleep comes easier biking/hiking the next day.

Highly recommended. Our second NEMO sleeping mat. First NEMO was excellent and ventured for a higher end new product, which is larger, longer, and thicker. Also easer to inflate with a brilliant balloon (?). Compact and light. Kids use to sleep when we book a large room with one or two beds. One gets what paid for -- also tried out a $60 ish generic one which was thinner, uncomfortable, and deflated first night (thus returned -- thanks Amazon for the easy return at Whole Foods!!).

I sleep so well on this thing. It's lightweight and very easy to inflate, and as a side sleeper I can say I never feel any pressure on my shoulder or hips.

Having tried (then discarded/returned/given away) many lower priced pads, the truism stands: you get what you pay for. I've used this on several trips (probably 18 nights total) and have not had any problems. No holes, no leaks. It is definitely warmer than the average pad. Paired with a good quilt, it kept me toasty on 35 degree nights. Excellent support for side sleeping. However, calling this pad wide is an exaggeration. It is comfortable for me (hips about 42 in./ size 14) but I doubt someone larger could call it wide enough. Though not a problem for car camping or at basecamp, it's definitely heavy for the trail. If a full night's sleep is your priority, this pad is worthy of the sacrifice.

Excellent pad for a side sleeper!

Just perfect for camping. Very light, easy to use and super comfortable. Wanted to make sure my back was in good shape while camping and this mat did the trick!