Big Agnes Insulated Q Core Sleeping Pad Inflatable Long

The q core slx ups the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry with offset i beams that create incredible multi directional support and stability.

Big agnes insulated q core sleeping pad inflatable long.

The new q core deluxe has become the most comfortable sleeping pad on the planet. The big agnes q core slx is a lightweight three season sleeping pad that performed excellently throughout our testing period. This pad utilizes minimalist i beam construction to reduce weight and provide consistent stability built in advanced heat reflective technology and an ultra comfortable and super quiet quilted two way stretch top that provides a cushioned pillow soft sleeping surface. Redesigned offset i beams create incredible multi directional support and stability.

And weighing only 17 oz. For sleeping on frozen ground increase thermal insulation by adding the big agnes 3rd degree foam pad not included includes protective storage sack replacement valve seal 3m repair patches and a pad inflation sack made from upcycled excess pad material color varies based on material. Stuff sack and repair kit included. When it comes to superlight three season comfort this pad stands alone.

The pad rolls up small and packs in a tight case which unlike a self inflating pad is very easy to stow in a touring kayak. This big agnes insulated q core sleeping pad blends supportive construction and synthetic insulation for an incredibly comfortable sleeping surface on the cold hard ground. Save your breath for the miles ahead and use the included upcycled pad inflation sack to inflate. Big agnes air pads aren t just a fad they aren t a glorified pool toy either.

It was still usable but lost some of the overall comfort. Ultralight rugged 20x78 durable superlight nylon rip stop fabric improves tear strength and durability by 25 while aviation grade tpu lamination adds extra durability. We literally breathed air into sleeping pads when we bucked the self inflating pad trend in 2005 and put 3 25 4 25 of cushy inflation between campers and the hard ground. It has a new and i hope improved inflation valve.

Despite its strength the q core slx is remarkably lightweight and packable with the long size rolling down to 4 x 8 in. This new pad the big agnes q core inflatable sleeping pad appears to have improved substantially over the pad i had. Each big agnes pad is individually inflated and tested. On a scale of 1 0 9 5 the insulated q core pad has an estimated r value of 5.

The q core slx ups the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry. The cover appears to be made of tougher material.