Sleeping Pads
To isolate yourself as well as possible from ground cold (referred to as conduction in English literature), an insulation layer between the body and the ground is needed.
- This layer must not be compressed, as a sleeping bag, for example, would be
- The thicker this layer is, the better it insulates
The value for the degree of insulation is called R-value. This makes different pads (reasonably) comparable regarding insulation. The rule is: the higher the R-value, the better the pad insulates against the ground temperature.
Below is a graphic giving a rough estimate of which R-value is needed for which ground temperature.
Therm-A-Rest XLite
The XLite is Therm-A-Rest's all-round three-season pad, impressing with good insulation at a low weight & packed size.
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Therm-A-Rest XTherm
The XTherm is Therm-A-Rest's winter pad, impressing with great insulation at a low weight & packed size.
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Klymit Static V Insulated
The Klymit Static V Insulated is a relatively inexpensive air pad that impresses with a good price/performance ratio and winter suitability.
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