this pad is an awesome all around pad....it is stiff enough that you can do most high ball problems without worry, and it is wide enough to provide a nice landing zone. I have put some major use into this pad and it still works like a charm, it almost makes an awesome bed for at night, or when you need to take that quick power nap before the next sess.

Before you wreck yoself. This is a great landing pad. I've used it mostly for bouldering. Love the pocket.

well i got this pad right after i tore a muscle in my shoulder so it hasnt seen too much use yet but so far all i can say about it is that there is a bit of a crease in the center where it folds so the "taco fold" thats supposed to completely eliminate any creases in the pad isnt completely true but its still better than having a true fold.

This pad is great. I really never though anything about the problem of having folding sections in a crash pad before I fell right on one and rolled my ankle! This pad completely eliminates that problem, and folds up nicely around any random gear that you want to put inside of it. Has a great tight closure system so that no dirt gets into your pad, and nothing you put inside can get out either!

Great Pad!! Folds up nice and makes even the highest falls feel like they are only inches off the ground.

Great pad!! Only problem is it is the only pad everyone wants to use when we are climbing! Maybe I will collect donations for replacement when or if it needs replacement! Love the no seams, the backpack style and the pocket for stuff!

You can fall from 20 feet and not feel it. This crashpad works!

It's a great crash pad. The only problem is the thin plastic like straps that attract the piece that covers the corners when closing to the other, thicker, straps. I can't see them lasting very long.

I really like this pad. It's super fat and its pocket provides ample space. Although it takes a minute or so to lie flat, I much prefer the creaseless design; I don't know that it'll actually prevent twisted ankles, but it gives me more confidence.

I do find fault with it in two areas. First, the shoulder straps are uncomfortable. As the pad is light, it doesn't matter that much, but the straps always feel twisted. Second, there's no carry handle on the side. This leaves me with either full-on backpacking, an awkward strap on the back, or hugging it to carry over short distances.

Absent those two minor issues, which do not affect its performance when it matters, I'd give the Drop Zone 5/5.

This is a great pad. The extra half inch does make a difference, and yet it folds and carries as easily as other hinged pads. I highly recommend it and I fall a lot!

The DropZone reigns. If you're looking for a well-designed standard-sized pad, this one kills it. The flap is dope-simple. The foam is the best...it's stiff enough to suck up the big drops, and it doesn't degrade like a lot of other pads on the market. The only step up is the Franklin Mondo, but that's a whole other ball game.