ReCharge XL Insulated Sleeping Pad

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.

Paria has announced the replacement to the popular ReCharge series of pads, making several large improvements. [https://www.pariaoutdoorproducts.com/collections/affordable-backpacking-gear-sleeping-bags-pads/products/elevate-xl-insulated-sleeping-pad](https://www.pariaoutdoorproducts.com/collections/affordable-backpacking-gear-sleeping-bags-pads/products/elevate-xl-insulated-sleeping-pad) * Dimpled baffles, so they should be much more comfortable than the horizontal baffles on the ReCharge * Dual air lock system for inflating and deflating * Reflective film insulation (like on Thermarest and newer Exped pads) * Now ASTM tested at R value of 5.7 * Side rails to prevent you from rolling off the pad at night. The Recharge XL was the first "backpacking" pad I bought. These Elevate pads are a large upgrade over the original pads.

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.

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