Ultralight Winter Mat
On top of that the extremists among you will probably come up with creative solutions to the heavier objects on our list such as trail running shoes with vapor barriers and running snowshoes for ultra winter backpacking.
Ultralight winter mat. While it s not ultralight by any means for the added comfort it offers this packs down fairly small about the size of a winter sleeping bag or 9 x 13 inches. The jw trail mat air is a worthy choice here weighing in only slightly more than the thermarest neoair at a relatively light 490g and with a lightweight but respectable r value of 1 8. Winter worthy pads also tend to be extra thick and cushy to provide all that warmth which can translate to a comfy night s sleep that you might not otherwise enjoy. Geertop 1 4 person ultralight waterproof tent tarp footprint ground sheet mat.
Considerations include ease of inflation weight compactness insulation and r values length and shape of your pad. It took less than a minute easily to inflate. The mat comes with exped s mini pump a small foam pump with a nozzle that fits really well. Our favorite pad for ultralight backpacking is the therm a rest neoair xlite.
The therm a rest uberlite is an excellent choice for ultralight backpacking in the warmer months weighing in at 8 8 ounces but it s not warm enough for winter camping. Online specialist hiking store dedicated to ultralight gear. Regular price from 26 59 sale price from 26 59 regular price. 16 ounces give you an r value of 4 2 a packed size roughly equal to a liter bottle and a lot of.
For lighter mats try the synmat ul reviewed above with a thin layer of synthetic insulation and an r value of 3 3 or the summer only airmat with an r value of 1 9. This ultralight bivy tarp comes with stakes and is extremely lightweight. Your options for cold weather pads are relatively limited however especially if you want to invest in a pad that s relatively compact and lightweight. Unit price per.
Geertop 1 person outdoor hammock quilt hanging sleeping bed. Unfortunately winter camping will never be lightweight by summer standards. A good option for bike packing or as an emergency shelter. A guide to the best ultralight backpacking sleeping pads.
Geertop 1 4 person ultralight waterproof tent tarp footprint ground sheet mat.