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Hey ive never had self inflating pad such as prolite plus and...
By Michal Gorecki
Ranked #182 - Lightweight Sleep Pads
May 17, 2011
Hey ive never had self inflating pad such as prolite plus and i have a dilemma between prolite and prolite plus. I only want to sleep under the sky during non snowy time (late spring, summer , early autumn). The prolite Plus is 220 grams heavier than prolite (regular size) and I dont know if I want to carry the heavier one. Is Plus much more comfy and warm than Prolite? Is it worth those 220 grams for those conditions I mentioned?
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By Michal Gorecki
Ranked #182 - Lightweight Sleep Pads
May 18, 2011
Jason - thanks , i ve heard that NeoAir is not so durable in comparison with Prolites, that is easier to puncture it and Simon's idea of having additional Z-rest under it is too bulky and heavy solution for me. Its also bright yellow which I dont like - I want to be less... noticeable from a distant view ;-) I think the weight / comfort is the most important for me, so maybe I would go with the prolite 460 gram.
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By Jason Livingston
Ranked #2 - Lightweight Sleep Pads
May 18, 2011
The half-an-inch of the Prolite Plus does add a noticeable difference in comfort. However, if weight is the major issue, the Prolite will be adequate. I've spent many nights on the Prolite and have been satisfied by the results. It packs super small, is resonably comfortable for it's size and weight, and gives me enough warmth from the ground (even in the summer time) to allow me to sleep well. I personally use the NeoAir as it is smaller, lighter, and much more comfortable, but it's also more expensive and isn't self-inflatable. If I where you, I would ask myself what are my greatest needs/wants? If size and weight trump comfort, then the Prolite is great. If comfort beats out the rest, then the Prolite Plus is the best option. And if size, weight, and comfort allow you to spend a bit more, then the NeoAir is the best of all the options.
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By Simon Hatfield
Ranked #12 - Lightweight Sleep Pads
May 18, 2011
Go with the plus, or even a Neo Air - check out my in-depth answer on the Prolite page.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- nylon, die-cut foam
- Dimensions:
- [small ] 20 x 47 x 1.5 in; [regular ] 20 x 72 x 1.5 in; [large ] 25 x 77 x 1.5 in
- Rolled Size:
- (small) 11 x 4 in, (regular) 11 x 4.8 in, (large) 13 x 1.5 in
- Weight:
- (small) 1 lb 1 oz, (regular) 1 lb 8 oz, (large) 2 lb 1 oz
- Recommended Use:
- four-season backpacking, winter camping, mountaineering, ski touring
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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