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bendersfembotI have been using my nemo quasar 3d insulated reg wide for about 5 years and a lot of nights in many temps and terrains without issue. R value is only 3.3, so it's not a good winter pad but great for summer and side sleeping. Also, it is the quietest pad i have ever used. I have an inflation video if you want to see it in a 2-man tent.
DutchstormI 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.
ollirulznemo quasar 3d insulated works well for me. around 150. good sleeps is important
Shroomasaurus_rexThe comment for brandoldme was spot on. I personally have the NEMO Quasar insulated pad and I absolutely love it. Nice and thick and I’m a heavier side sleeper so it’s the only one I’ll recommend for the best bend of comfort and weight. Not the smallest or lightest on the market but it will definitely still in the backpacking category.
slitchbapperNemo Quasar 3d Insulated is an option. A few size and width options and a very thick pad. I sleep quite comfortable on it.
defish_90-14From my experience only (cuz we all sleep naturally warmer or colder than others), my EE 950 fill 20* keeps me toasty warm at 30* ambient temp with my older Nemo 3.2R pad. I plan to replace my pad with something more like 5R or more and 4” as I’m a side sleeper. I’ve used this quilt on warmer nights and sticking a leg out is a great technique for comfort
Appropriate-LettuceI love my quasar, but I’ve also never had it get a hole on a trip
Backpacker_billy97I prefer the quasar sleep pad to the STS option - but that’s a personal preference thing. Sleeping bag or quilt definitely isn’t something to skimp on. When I first started, I bought a sub 150 sleeping bag and quickly found out its “rating” wasn’t even close. Wife and I were in the same boat years ago. We went “cheap ish” with gear and quickly realized we wanted to upgrade certain things. Looking back - we wished we just went with the good gear from the get go (of course, if funds allow) - because we ended up rebuying the gear we actually wanted shortly after, and spent money on the “cheaper” gear that we didn’t like that then felt like a waste. We would have saved money if we just bought the nicer kit in the beginning.
How much weight is too much for you, though? I’m a larger guy (230lbs) and find the tensor uncomfortable. It’s usable, but I don’t sleep great on it. My wife has the quasar and it’s way more comfy for me. Recently, I said screw it and tried an Exped Ultra mat. It’s quite large, and has some weight to it. BUT I sleep better than I ever have in the backcountry. So it’s my luxury item - and I’ll gladly carry the extra weight for the improved sleep I get.
I totally recommend the quasar. I think it’s a great balance of size, weight, and comfort. My wife is a side sleeper and loves it. The extra thickness definitely helps if you are a side sleeper. She’s small. Loves the quasar. Hates my tensor - just for the side sleeping. For what it’s worth!
