Exped - FlexMat Plus

I used a combination of a cut down Xped Flexmat plus and a GG 1/8th inch folded in half for most of the Colorado Trail and that was super comfortable. That set up weighed around 18oz. This past fall I picked up a Yamatomichi UL pad 15+, I’ve spent 1 night on it, so I can’t give a detailed report on it other than it kept me warm, but the 200cm length only weighs 8.2oz. I cut the extra length and I’m now using it as the back pad for my KS40.

[Exped FlexMat](https://www.exped.com/en/products/sleeping-mats/flexmat) and [FlexMat Plus](https://www.expedusa.com/products/flexmat-plus?variant=42267057029337)\* were available in LW size (77"x25"), now replaced by [Flex 1.5R](https://www.expedusa.com/products/flex-1-5r) and [Flex 3R](https://www.expedusa.com/products/flex-3r)\*, still in the same sizes. [Thermarest RidgeRest](https://cascadedesigns.com/products/ridgerest-classic-sleeping-pad?variant=41316889657478) Large is also 77x25" inches. [Seek Outside Matty McMatFace](https://seekoutside.com/matty-mcmat-face/) is 80x40". [Gossamer Gear Thinlight Rolled Wide](https://www.gossamergear.com/products/thinlight-foam-pad?variant=42879197511734) is 58x25". Mountain Laurel Design Goodnight is available in 80"x40" in both [1/8"](https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/product/goodnight-eva-1-8-foam-pad/) and [1/4"](https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/product/1-4-foam-pad/) EVA. (\*) The FlexMat Plus has large dimples that some people dislike when new. They flatten some with use, or can be covered by a thin EVA pad (Thinlight/GoodNight/Matty McMatFace).

[Exped FlexMat](https://www.exped.com/en/products/sleeping-mats/flexmat) and [FlexMat Plus](https://www.expedusa.com/products/flexmat-plus?variant=42267057029337)\* were available in LW size (77"x25"), now replaced by [Flex 1.5R](https://www.expedusa.com/products/flex-1-5r) and [Flex 3R](https://www.expedusa.com/products/flex-3r)\*, still in the same sizes. [Thermarest RidgeRest](https://cascadedesigns.com/products/ridgerest-classic-sleeping-pad?variant=41316889657478) Large is also 77x25" inches. [Seek Outside Matty McMatFace](https://seekoutside.com/matty-mcmat-face/) is 80x40". [Gossamer Gear Thinlight Rolled Wide](https://www.gossamergear.com/products/thinlight-foam-pad?variant=42879197511734) is 58x25". Mountain Laurel Design Goodnight is available in 80"x40" in both [1/8"](https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/product/goodnight-eva-1-8-foam-pad/) and [1/4"](https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/product/1-4-foam-pad/) EVA. (\*) The FlexMat Plus has large dimples that some people dislike when new. They flatten some with use, or can be covered by a thin EVA pad (Thinlight/GoodNight/Matty McMatFace).

That makes sense to me. It’s basically the same stuff as typical R1.8 accordion pads, but with larger dimples. I don’t see how big dimples add an entire R digit, especially when compressed by a human.

I have a cot + 1.5" foam + EXPED FlexMat Plus, great for back and side sleep. I have chronic back pain and sleep well. $23 for foam on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07999TQWB?ref\_=ppx\_hzsearch\_conn\_dt\_b\_fed\_asin\_title\_2](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07999TQWB?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_2)

I have a Naturehike ultralight low profile cot and put an Exped Flexmat Plus on top and then a 1.5" foam pad on top of that. But I'm middle-aged with a back injury. I sleep great on it, both on my back and on my side. I car camp, so weight is not an issue. If I did hike, I'd carry the Exped mat.

Having just tried out a FlexMat Plus at ~-4C (24F), I feel like their new R-value of 2.8 is kind of optimistic.

I actually gave up and went inside at 5 AM because I couldn't sleep from the cold. I forgot to bring my 4mm EVA mat, which I had planned to put on top, and which I think would have made a material difference to my comfort.

Exped flexmat plus is long/wide 76x25.6 with a 2.2 r-value. Bulkier but worth it. https://www.expedusa.com/products/flexmat-plus?variant=42267057029337&country=US¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22565769503&gclid=CjwKCAjwp_LDBhBCEiwAK7FnkgEOGqcPsqOWPqdF4VD70u3w1aYhvaJ04U21XuKQQNPNXqAEfHPLohoC3MMQAvD_BwE

I’ve winter camped in plenty cold weather with a 3R plus a 2R foam pad underneath and been plenty warm just because I don’t like having a dedicated winter pad.

I use exped flexmat plus paired with a decathalon roll pad that I've modded to fold. I don't think I'd recommend the flexmat plus solo, but it works well as a system. I'd also be tempted to try the nemo switchback as it generally gets the best reviews for ccf.

Don't get a liner, get down boots and a down balaclava instead. Much warmer for the weight. As for the pad, fix it (soap water to see the bubbles), get an xtherm but you'll probably have another leak at some point. Or get a closed cell foam pad like the Exped Flexmat Plus which won't ever leak. The r value is much better than the number suggests (due to lackluster test methodology). As general advice, lightly suffering on a thru hike is unavoidable sometimes. If you just started give your body time to adjust and read up how can influence perceived sleep temperatures. It's a skill.

It will pop.  I bring an Exped Flexmat Plus torso length and a Thinlight full size. Comfy, UL, versatile and never deflates.

Closed Cell Foam ftw. They're bomb proof, warmer than equivalent R value blow up pads, much cheaper and serve as a siesta or sit pad. The Exped Flexmat Plus is the comfiest at 1.5 inches thickness.  I cut mine to torso length and combine it with a Gossamer Gear 1/8 inch Thinlight (full length). No blowing up, no popping.

Yes but the Exped Flexmat PLUS is S Tier. Most comfortable CCF pad on the market.

Flexmat Plus, the best.

Exped Flexmat Plus is the king of CCF. 1.5 inches plush goodness. Cut down to torso and combine with Thinlight.

Not sure where you are located, but I have a Flexmat Plus in long/wide that I have only used for 2 nights that I can sell (I'm in the US). I like the pad, comfort wise. I just chose to replace it with size medium Flexmat Plus.

I have three; Exped Ultra 5R, Exped Flex, and Exped Deep Sleep. Ultra & Flex are my backpacking pads and the Deep Sleep is for car camping. Side and back sleeper that runs hot. Spring/summer/fall in the PNW. Go wide/long since you like to roll around.