NEMO

Quasar 3D Insulated Lightweight Sleeping Pad

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Sentiment score86% positive
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Last updated: Jul 26, 2026

Reddit Reviews

Reddit IconDutchstorm
11 months ago

I have an insulated Nemo quasar long and wide version and I gotta say. It’s the best pad I’ve used. I’ve always struggled to sleep in the backcountry. Especially if I’m trying to go light. Or at least as light as I see fit. And this pad changed the game for me.

Reddit IconCypress82
5 months ago

Nemo Quasar 3D is awesome. I pair with Big Agnes Sidewinder (own both camp and down)

Reddit IconElectronic_Charge_96
11 months ago

Going insulated Nemo Quasar 3d extra-wide. Side sleeper who shimmies like it’s a Shakira concert and I’m done with mummy. Yes I backpack. I’ll carry the extra weight for actual sleep. Here’s to nature and sleeping outside! Yay!

Reddit IconImaginary-Rub-8802
6 months ago

I have a Nemo mat. Quasar 3D long wide. I’m 50 years old 200 lbs. been sleeping on it every night for the last 90 days in Baja. Can recommended

Reddit Iconlynxkcg
2 months ago

I'm a big guy and I feel good on a nemo tensor. I also have a nemo quasar 3d but I think they're discontinued? When properly inflated, I am well supported and I'm a side sleeper at 270# I also have a naturehike cot that packs down small enough for motocamping, but so many campsites are built for RV's now and the rocky ground + the cot resulted in holes in the bottom of my tent, even through the footprint. The cot just focuses the pressure onto to small of an area. I got some stick on felt to put on the cot feet, but I haven't tested it if fixed the problem yet.

Reddit IconPristine-Ninja-31
8 months ago

I personally use the Nemo Quasar 3D. Its inflatable but its super comfortable and packs down pretty small! I've had it for about 3 years now and love it!

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