R-Value 3.1 + lightweight + durable = must have alpine gear

By don bowie Ranked #68 - Lightweight Sleep Pads September 30, 2009

I sometimes use other Thermarest pads like the Prolite series for comfort, but for the maximum alpine solution nothing matches the Ridgerest Deluxe. As far as sleeping pads go, this model is overkill for sleeping on anything but snow and ice- unless you are looking for the ultimate cushy sleeping experience. Insulation from the ground is only critical in wintry conditions, as bare ground temps don't really cool enough to notice. But in winter or sleeping on snow or ice, cold can seep through your pad and make for long, sleepless nights. Inflatable pads lose most of their insulating values if they are punctured. On expeditions and climbing trips I can't afford to gamble on durability, so this pad had become my mainstay. Plus, it has an insulating value of R3.1, which is higher than any pad on the market for its weight. Solid, simple, and reliable.

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