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Klymit - Insulated Static V Luxe
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"I use it for bikepacking or solo backpacking. ... And they’re smaller than a Nalgene!"
"I’m a big fan of the Klymit sleeping pads because they shrink down to a very small bag."
"Packs down to a soda can size if folded/packed correctly"
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"Used and abused Static V going on its 9th year!"
"Ours has lasted 7 years and is still going strong."
"I've done this for years and never felt the need for a $200 + sleep mat."
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"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. ... just stay clear of the insulated claims."
"Klymit straight up lies about R values. ... Their advertised R values are not ASTM rated values. You have to look buried in their specifications to find the ASTM value."
"i also bought a klymit pad and froze ... their R value is completely fabricated"
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"My ass is always hitting the ground with the Klymit V."
"I wouldnt get the klymit at all."
"With a thickness of 2.5", the Klymit Static V Insulated is uncomfortable for side-sleepers"
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"My ass is always hitting the ground with the Klymit V."
"Their R-values are definitely BS though: I feel my heat getting sucked away from the ground on cold nights."
"You can add my downvote for the Klymit V. They are pretty generous with their own R rating. Always check an independent review is what I learned using that glorified pool mat. ... I had an old one then. Luckily it wasn't too cold but even in the low 50s I felt the ground chill."
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"of the two I bought both of them wouldn’t hold air in them. It’s the valve system they use, it leaks air."
"I somehow managed to poke a hole through both sides including the tyvek ground cover and tent. ... Shit happens when you sleep on the ground. ... I consider these things to be consumable and assume I'll have to replace for whatever reason. ... They're just glorified pool floats."
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"Also you use your breath to inflate them and I suspect they get pretty icky eventually. ... I try to air mine out whenever possible in the sun hoping that keeps the air chamber somewhat disinfected."
EducationalOutcome26 1.0ive used a klymit insulated static v luxe for a few years now. its been good. i actually prefer it in my ridgerunner double layer hammock, its the perfect width for the pocket in the double layer hammock and laying down on it i can feel the heat kick back from the insulation. been down in the 30's with it no issue. cant speak of the ampex never even seen one, but my klymit has been good.
flubberrubberblubber 1.06'3" 328lbs I use the Static V Luxe.
neomits 1.0> Klymit Static V Luxe 6'4" 240. I use this one.
seehowshegoes 1.0Klymit Static V Luxe insulated 2lbs This brand is my favourite for price and they don’t make the crunchy chip bag noises.
segascott 1.0I had a Klymit Static V Luxe (the extra wide one) and while it's decent enough, I upgraded to a Sea-To-Summit Camp Plus self inflating mat, and that one is way more comfy for me (I'm a side sleeper). It has a much better R value to boot, I think 4.3 vs 1.3 for the non-insulated static V. It does take up more room in the top box but it's worth it to me for the better sleep. I think it's about the same price as well.
Spaceman_Spoff 1.0Klymit Static V Luxe. 6’ 1” 285lbs. Packs down to a soda can size if folded/packed correctly
tlchai 1.0I have a Klymit Static V Luxe air pad and a Thermarest Luxury Map XL self inflating. I don’t backpack so space/weight are not an issue. The Thermarest is way more comfortable, not to mention warmer because of the high R value.
1bourbon1scotch1bier 0.3I love my Klymit Static V insulated
crevasse2 0.3I have a Klymit Static V Insulated (4.4 r value) I used on the GDMBR in 2023. I somehow managed to poke a hole through both sides including the tyvek ground cover and tent. Shit happens when you sleep on the ground. I patched it back up with the included patches and it's been fine. I consider these things to be consumable and assume I'll have to replace for whatever reason. They're just glorified pool floats. Also you use your breath to inflate them and I suspect they get pretty icky eventually. I try to air mine out whenever possible in the sun hoping that keeps the air chamber somewhat disinfected. I bought mine discounted at Sierra. Not showing online at the moment but might be in stores or this one looks like it's the same thing under a different sister brand (same copy on tag). I need to get one for wifey and I'll probably get this one. [https://www.sierra.com/peak-slumber-air-sleeping-pad-insulated\~p\~3jwyf/](https://www.sierra.com/peak-slumber-air-sleeping-pad-insulated~p~3jwyf/)
danmanwick 0.3+1 for mec reactor (my solo, 5 years old) or klymit static insulated (double, for doubling, 3 years old) and aquaseal uv for field repairs and aquaseal seam grip for reinforcing the repair at home