Insulated Klymaloft

Klymit is known to completely bullshit their R-value ratings. They had an insulated pad rated at 4.4 that they later (had to?) revise to 1.9. I personally wouldn't trust them. Big Agnes pads are leagues better and have excellent customer service if you have a failure. They replaced my broken pad no questions asked, no shipping costs.

That's not to say they aren't a good affordable option if you're camping in hot weather, but just stay clear of the insulated claims.

Lots of good suggestions in this thread, but many are on the pricier side for air mattresses. If you need a more budget option, consider the Klymit Static V, it's quite a bit cheaper, and for summer use I find it just fine for comfort as a side sleeper. Just stay away from their insulated pad.

There's nothing wrong with the pad itself, but Klymit's claims are what's off. Their stated vs ASTM measured R value was way off when it first came out, and I wouldn't trust it (as a Canadian, your climate may differ) as a 4 season pad.

Any insulated Klymit that’s not a crazy color. Used and abused Static V going on its 9th year!

I was also going to recommend Klymit. Why avoid the insulated version? I've used one for nearly 10 years and have always been happy with it.

Ahh fair enough, thanks for clarifying. I'm also Canadian and have used it winter camping to about - 10 C but in conjunction with a Z lite. Shoulder seasons I've used it on its own to about zero and it's better than non insulated but I don't know enough to say it lives up to the claimed R value.

We had an alps mountaineering full sized inflatable. Got about 6” thick, packed down into a sack about the size of a plastic grocery bag, and came with a rechargeable pump. Never leaked until our dog got freaked out and put a hole in it one night. Bit big for backpacking but we took it into the BWCA a couple times and car camping a lot. Klymit(sp?) makes a decent double that packs down too I think, and they’re typically a bit cheaper than their competitors. I have a single that I use for backpacking and it’s pretty nice. I used to have a really lightweight thermarest but it wasn’t comfortable, especially for side sleeping with bad shoulders. My favorite upgrade we have made are our Nemo sleeping bags. They are shaped specifically for side sleeping and are extra wide. They also zip together. Check out the Nemo disco best bag I’ve ever used

I've been using a Klymit single for a few years. I like that it packs up smaller than a soda can. I'm camping and don't expect all the comforts of home.

I upgraded and it was worth it. But the klymit served me well for a long time. Im just a restless side sleeper so nothing is perfect