Gear Review
Big Agnes Dual Core Sleeping Pad - Rectangular
The one I've been looking for
By Courtney Dean
Ranked #3 - Midweight Sleep Pads
October 10, 2011
I've been looking for a do anything sleeping pad and this seems to be it. It's not as small and lightweight as the ultra light pads, but I can't sleep on those anyway. I went with the dual core to get the extra R value for cold weather camping and this delivered. I did an early October backpack through the White Mountains on the AT and found this pad to be a lifesaver on a cold-cold night in Imp Shelter. The low was below freezing (I'm guessing high 20's). Sleeping on the dual core, I barely noticed the cold, but when my knees and elbows ventured off the pad, I could really feel the change. The insulating value of this pad is remarkable. Pair it with a good sleeping bag and you're all set. It packs small (not nalgene small, but close) and 2-2.5lbs it's worth it's weight.
My only complaint - it does suck to blow it up, especially when you're cold and tired.
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [shell] 70D Nylon, internal PU coating; [insulation] PrimaLoft eco (50% recycled), foam
- Dimensions:
- [petite ] 66 x 20 in; [regular ] 72 x 20 in; [long ] 78 x 20 in; [wide ] 78 x 25 in
- Rolled Size:
- [petite] 5.5 x 13 in; [regular] 6 x 13 in; [long] 6.5 x 13 in; [wide] 7 x 13 in
- R-Value:
- 5
- Weight:
- [petite] 2 lb 2 oz; [regular] 2 lb 6 oz; [long] 2 lb 9 oz; [wide] 3 lb 1 oz
- Recommended Use:
- cold-weather camping, backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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