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Whether you slip from the first move or the last, the Boss Hog provides a cush catch.

The Metolius Boss Hog Crash Pad uses a unique combination of open- and closed-cell foam to provide optimal padding whether you're working a sit start or lobbing off a highball. Metolius placed an inch of closed-cell foam on the top to distribute forces for big falls, and then added a half inch to the bottom for those unexpected back slappers. In the middle of the Boss Hog Crash Pad lies a beefy 2 ½-inches of open-cell foam to take the sting out of any failed send. The suitcase-style fold eliminates gaps in the padding, when the thick side faces up, so you don't land with your foot in an unpadded spot and risk ending your season.
  • Extra-large size ideal for highball bouldering
  • Drag handles for fast and easy replacements
  • Shoulder straps and waist-belt for comfortable carrying to the boulders

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4 5

Daniel Hupp

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  • Familiarity: I've used it several times

The Boss Hog pad by Metolius is a really good pad, but the price is a bit steep. The Boss Hog has a great closure system that accommodates for all your bouldering gear and keeps it on the inside so you don't have to worry about losing anything. It has a fully carpeted surface to clean your shoes with, which is a fantastic feature that deserves recognition. The quality of the foam is adequate, and the landing is the right balance between stiff and soft. However, beyond these features, the pad is relatively bare-bones. I'm not sure if it's worth the sticker price. I've only been using mine for a few months, but I have heard that it is a long-lasting pad. Let's hope so..

4 5

Thomas Ogasawara

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This is a great pad. The tarp flap thing is awesome, as it allows you to just cram whatever into the pad and not worry if it'll fall out. The material is durable, the straps are as comfy as they need to be, and overall I like it. However, I don't think it's worth it to go for this over one of the cheaper alternatives, such as the mad pad, bailout, or stomp pad.

Whats the difference between this and the...

TPiazza

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Whats the difference between this and the Bailout pad? They're both the same dimensions and this one is slightly heavier. I notice that the Boss Hog has multiple types of foam. Is that the only thing thats sets the two pads apart?

Josh

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It is the only difference.

Thomas Ogasawara

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They both have multiple types of foam; a softer open cell and a stiffer closed cell cross linked polyethylene or something. This just has a more durable fabric and more bomber closure system, which lets you carry stuff without worrying it'll fall out.

Thomas Ogasawara

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They both have multiple types of foam; a softer open cell and a stiffer closed cell cross linked polyethylene or something. This just has a more durable fabric and more bomber closure system, which lets you carry stuff without worrying it'll fall out.

3 5

Arthur Debowski

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I like that Metolius has rubberized the high wear areas on these pads for the newest version (corners). The foam is probably adequate for standard bouldering but not firm enough for really high ball problems where you may bottom out. The shoulder straps are comfortable but I am not a fan of the free floating waist belt since it always gets pulled one way or the other and ends up snagging on items. I really do like the CNC aluminum buckles which have always been bomber and will need no replacement. Excellent intro pad (I own or have owned ~6 pads over the years).

4 5

Jamie Kreiger

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This baby does the job its supposed to, it provides a rad thickness for the price and the carpeted top is just an added bonus.

5 5

Benji R.

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I'm not going to lie, i'm primarily a trad climber but when i do boulder this is what i bring. It has saved my ankles numerous times. The offset closure in the middle is brilliant and you can appreciate it if you have ever decked out in the center of a pad before. Not fun!

4 5

Aaron Martinuzzi

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oh, also of note, I can fit this pad easily in the trunk of my Dodge Neon - another major plus

4 5

Aaron Martinuzzi

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This pad does what it needs to do - provides soft catches for bouldering falls. I've got about 6 months of continuous use on this pad (it's gathering dust these winter months), and it's softened up very nicely form it's original stiffness, but is still very firm. I've taken a few pretty decent falls on this pad, 15 ft.+, and felt just fine. The carpet top gathers a lot of stuff (sticks, leaves, etc...) but brushes off easily, and, more importantly, cleans shoes really well. One of the stitches on the "hook" side of the velcro closure pocket has ripped, making the pocket a bit of a hassle to use, but I'm happy overall. A better pad than most in this price range.

4 5

aborek2329932

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Hey Guys, it works, just don't try to rollerblade up hill with it on.

Casey Glaubman

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and here i thought i'd found the perfect pad. oh well, back to searching.

5 5

hep6212226274

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For my husband's birthday I got him the Metolius Boss Hog Crash Pad and he loves it! It has the perfect amount of padding for any crash landing. He also loves how it folds up and is easy to carry. His friend decided to get one as well after a day of boldering at the Bald (Rumbing Bald - in North Carolina.)