
Paria Outdoor Products - ReCharge XL Insulated Sleeping Pad
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That pad you linked does have almost identical specs to the 5R. Sometimes looks can be deceiving though. I've used an older Thermarest Xlite for a while as well as a Paria Recharge XL. The horizontal baffles aren't bad, but I've found the vertical baffles to kinda cradle you in the sleeping pad a little more. So I'm less prone to wake up half in the floor in the middle of the night.
I used at Paria ReCharge XL the whole Appalachian Trail and a couple other hiking trips. I've probably slept on it 150 nights. I'm 6'3" also. It is a little narrow (I think 22"), but it's 3-4" thick. There are certainly more plush ones if you're not concerned about weight or cost.
Agree with r-value and sleeping better (which at my older age is very important). I used a Paria ReCharge ($100) the whole trail with no issues.
I have the Paria XL and for the price they are great. But they are bit heavier than the Tensors. The extra money gives you a similar size pad, but almost half the weight and a little better insulating. I'm happy with the Paria, but if money were no object I would upgrade to a Tensor LOL
https://www.pariaoutdoorproducts.com/collections/affordable-backpacking-gear-sleeping-bags-pads/products/recharge-xl-insulated-sleeping-pad I'm 6'-1" 195# and use a 72" pad, self inflate. Trick is getting enough support when on my side, not bottoming out. You don't know until you try the pad.
I have a Paria Recharge XL. Very very comfortable and warm. But it takes a LOT of puff to fill and some might complain it’s too bulky and heavy. Not me though. I’m not an ultralighter.
For sure. I would say my Paria pad is just a bit bigger than a Nalgene. My fully loaded pack is 25lbs exactly so it’s not exactly breaking the bank. It’s very comfy.
Might want to consider sharing possible temperature ranges you'll encounter. Sleeping pads come with different R-Values where the higher the number, the better insulated it is and will keep you from losing body heat to the ground. winter pads start at around R-Value of 5. I can sleep on snow with a Therm-A-Rest Xtherm but usually use a Paria Recharge (I reckon R-Value 3.5 because their website ratings aren't accurate) for 3-season camping.
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