Static V

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.

I'm 53. I only backpack 2-3 times a gear and car-camp maybe that much, too. A good bed is worth the extra weight. I've never owned one as expensive as the two you mentioned,but ypu gotta find those holes. I love my thin foam roll, my oversized, square - bottom, hooded top, lightweight sleeping bag, my 2' x 24" x 76 wide Klymit air pad inside that, and me in my fleece bag liner on top. All that only weighs 6 lbs, and can do a wide temp range.

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

The klymit might not be great for side sleeping, you probably want something thicker. The megamat needs some air adjustment to be comfortable for me but once I get it right it’s very comfy.

Yup. I went from a yoga mat in my 20s to a 1” pad to a 2.5” pad and now that hit 40 I splurged for the exped mat.  For backpacking I still use the klymit

I’m in my 40s and don’t have any trouble with my klimit V, if that’s any help. I have also had luck with my hammock, but finding two suitable trees isn’t always an option, and I had to learn to set it right (haha finally figured it out the last night of a through-hike). Also, in my areas, mosquito netting is a must. I am 5’10” and weigh 155#, so take the above with a grain of salt.

[U of MN has outdoor gear rentals open to the general public.](https://recwell.umn.edu/recreational-activities/equipment/outdoor-gear-rentals) [So does UMD.](https://umdrsop.d.umn.edu/rental-center) Or any outfitter can help with one or two items to rent. If looking to buy, I’ve had good luck with Klymit Static V pads. Not the lightest pad, but inexpensive and works. Look for an insulated one if you are expecting low temps and it runs about $82-90 right now online.

I second Klymit for a pad. Ours has lasted 7 years and is still going strong. For a bag, I got a steal on an REI used bag online. I’d check there first. Or, look for an outdoor gear rental place. REI is one place, but two state universities near us in Minnesota have a gear rental store open to everyone. It’s a good way to start without a huge monetary cost.

I just Sept on the rei campwell for 7 nights. Best sleep I've ever gotten camping. I've had the klymit static v, and a foam thermarest. This thing is pretty big and not heavy but not light. Had it strapped to my Ibex 450 for the the entire week riding the lower half of the MABDR. I use 2 rok straps and it never moved. Absolutely love this thing. Both of my riding buddies were on blow up mats one Nemo and one thermarest. Both were cold and not sleeping well the whole trip. I'm a stomach and side sleeper.