Static V Long

I've been quite happy so far (bought it last season and used it for \~4 weeks) with my Klymit Static V extra long. [https://klymit.com/products/static-v-camping-sleeping-pad?srsltid=AfmBOoqtEPk3kNwxERr\_yhL2beEmUgYYsrYWme3\_rCCr6P1FtnWuL5Lk](https://klymit.com/products/static-v-camping-sleeping-pad?srsltid=AfmBOoqtEPk3kNwxERr_yhL2beEmUgYYsrYWme3_rCCr6P1FtnWuL5Lk)

Depends on what type of camping. If you are car camping and space is not a concern, your most comfortable option is an inflatable mattress. Cots are somewhat more comfortable than pads, but not as much as you would think. My current favorite is an extra wide/long klymit style inflatable. I think they are more comfortable than the backpacking cots by themselves.

Ahh ok then yea low or no R-value would be fine in those cases. Klymit also makes a good lightweight low R-value pad, it's what I used in Texas and worked quite well in warmer weather. Not as heavy or thick as the one you linked, but much lighter and packs down smaller. Great if you're backpacking but there are better options if car camping imo. Exped Ultra 1R is also a good pad, the more insulated 3 and 5 are also popular for colder temps. I've used the Dura versions which are a heavier/more insulated version and it was comfortable. I've also heard good things about Nemo Tensor but have no experience with it.

I went this exact route also. But just with an uninsulated static V for 2 years. OP if you're on a if you're on a strict budget, the regular static V is $90 at Canadian Tire, $80 on Altitude Sports (online only, out of quebec, but they are reputable and I use them often). If you have some flexibility, Altitude Sports has the static V insulated for $127 right now. If you camp primarily between June and early September, the regular static is all you need. Insulated would be much more comfortable outside of that range, but I did find the static to be fine in colder conditions as long as an appropriate bag was used. They way they're designed lets the bag stay a little bit loftier under you, as opposed to a flat pad that fully compresses your bag under you. Do not get the static V lightweight if you're worried about leakage. It's a much thinner material on top than the regular statics and I believe the dimensions are a tad smaller.

If it's not cold, you can save space and weight with an uninsulated inflatable. I have a klymit inflatable that took me across Scotland. I used a z-lite on top of it for cold nights since that is negligible weight and can be stored externally. But my real answer is a hammock.

I've been using the Klymit Static V for about 5 years (summer only) and while I find it comfortable and the weight/pack-ability it great, I think I'm going to replace it with a Nemo Tensor All Season.

For £50 you’re not going to get the same warmth as your old Ether, but you can get something comfy and reliable like the Klymit Static V If you want something easy to grab in-store go to a Decathlon and look at their Trek series pads which are pretty affordable too. [5 Best Ultralight Sleeping Pads in 2025](https://alaskanarrows.com/5-best-ultralight-sleeping-pads-for-backpacking/) could help with others as well Cheers mate