Gear Review
Big Agnes Air Core Sleeping Pad
Slept well, Took practice ...
By Jason McElroy
Ranked #157 - Lightweight Sleep Pads
May 2, 2009
Been using this pad now for a few weeks ... At times i miss my old prolite 4, but with some practice this pad can get the job done very well, 2 1/2 inches thick, but with little to no support .. like a pool float or regular air mattress ... Its the vertical beams that cause the dip when weight is put in a general single area ... Like others have said, took me about 15/17 breathes to inflate ... allow air to evaporate from temp changes, and before ya go to bed .. add 2-3 good puffs of air or till firm ... Lay down inside the bag and release air slowly, when you get that cozy but firm, don't sleep slumped, your back will hate you in the morning ... Will little practice i found my air levels and got used to the bounce from a no foam pad ... I don't miss my pl4 much nowadays cept for winter use ... One star off because it can be hard to find the gel comfort but with little practice and $50 .. this should not be the one peice you leave home ... no foam can compare.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 70 Denier nylon laminate
- Inflated Size:
- [Reg] 20 x 72 x 2.5", [Lng] 20 x 78 x 2.5", [Petite] 20 x 48 x 2.5"
- Rolled Size:
- 4 x 7.5" (Nalgene water bottle size)
- R Value:
- N/A (rated to 35F)
- Weight:
- [Reg] 22oz, [Lng] 25oz, [Petite] 16oz
- Recommended Use:
- Any activity which requires a sleeping bag...and some that don't
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.