TREKOLOGY

UL80 Ultralight Inflatable Backpacking Sleeping Pad

TREKOLOGY UL80 Ultralight Inflatable Backpacking Sleeping Pad

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Sentiment score78% positive
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Last updated: Oct 12, 2026

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Reddit Iconblank_stare_shrug
5 months ago

Trekology UL 80. Cheap and packs down pretty well. I have punctured it twice and have repaired it twice with clear tape. As long as it above 50 degrees I don't notice the low R rating, but I also am a cold sleeper.

Reddit Iconilmjo
6 months ago

A common pairing is an inflatable mat with a foam pad underneath if you need more ground protection or a bit more warmth. Foam pads can get bulky but can usually be easily attached to the outside of your bag. Something like [this](https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/trekking-folding-foam-mattress-180-x-55cm-mt500/174619/c149c344m8492712&utm_term=8492712-2558419?srsltid=AfmBOoq7HXhPyxh7tm4hoREiE9hu6UBlSANQHsLcyXPaU0-YTYHNyRXRx4s) from Decathlon, or [this](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Yellowstone-Eva-Camping-Mat-Foil/dp/B0037CF68E/ref=pd_ci_mcx_di_int_sccai_cn_d_sccl_1_3/523-7138344-0808729?pd_rd_w=nvEY4&content-id=amzn1.sym.6448d24d-f04d-4e11-90e5-10165d266aa2&pf_rd_p=6448d24d-f04d-4e11-90e5-10165d266aa2&pf_rd_r=6HDKBT4C5GV5NDTK2KYH&pd_rd_wg=xgrcR&pd_rd_r=583f5777-ff35-4bea-a83c-a11fbbcc82e5&pd_rd_i=B0037CF68E&psc=1) from Amazon would be fine. Cheaper inflatable mats won't be as warm but you can still be comfortable without spending hundreds. [Trekology](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Trekology-Camping-Mat-Sleeping-Mattress/dp/B07N4KK854/ref=sr_1_5_sspa?crid=39AWK5A5XYXFI&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fG0OIQ7IgMUweQ53z6UeudExcj8BbTWfrE96zTv7efa5LMseed_NgM_6X-Z45RSs9LnycANiJUzJYiQRxhnFa-5aV-LWE9TSTMXBGsrmA9Vv48SjMoARKvX2b-YibZdBHkWzfGfDSix0fJYpADxhNTnH5nT6ZwzDW6eWgnqg5ERZiIcGSc5ntag_4Fn_zltux-Qj6kguLaadgsijTiCZhWtUJM99CI39wKfm72xAJtuQUy_3kfv4ogBUJ3APm6w3I25aRhJK44wlMJZQNwelSb7Ijke9pyoubTGZgHNeHrk.9Y9XdV2WRWkuaIcjzhWP9rVYGb9eaoOehL9Z7nw6tmQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=trekology%2Binflatable&qid=1776339477&sprefix=trekology%2Binflatable%2B%2Caps%2C235&sr=8-5-spons&aref=Br9TPS8xcN&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1) is decent and comfy enough with a foam pad. That will do you well for spring-autumn camping. I have used this mat and the decathlon pad in 0 degree temps and just started to feel a bit cold. If you're gonna camp in colder weather or want to be warmer something like the Alpkit Radiant (can recommend personally), Highlander Nap-Pak arctic or OEX Flux 5 are solid options on the cheaper side. Just check the inflatable first before you go to make sure there aren't any leaks.

Reddit IconKTMAdventurer
10 months ago

I have a Trekology UL80. It is super comfortable even for large folk who are side sleepers. It doesn't have much of an R rating (against cold coming from the ground) but I simply put a foil sheet under it and it is good for Autumn/Spring/Summer. I haven't tried it in zero degrees and I'm not likely too either.

Reddit IconNanatuk
7 months ago

6ft 230, slde sleeper, Budget Sleeping pads I've tried: Trekology UL80 - less than $50, 19oz so fairly heavy. Very comfortable. Not sure about durability, I've only used it 6 or 7 days in summer/fall Klymit Static V2 about $50, comfortable, durable and fairly light at 16oz. I've got about 30 nights on this. I would recommend this to anyone on a budget not looking for ultra-lite. Neither of these has much insulation, but I haven't slept cold in either. I use a sleeping bag so I'm insulated I've owned many much more expensive and lighter sleeping pads, and each and everyone has leaked after a couple of weeks. Best was a Therm-a-rest Neo-Air that lasted two months before developing a slow leak.

Reddit IconPolarSwift37
8 months ago

I'm newer into the Ultralight world, and I've been doing some research to buy a new, 3 season ultralight sleeping pad (currently rocking a Trekology UL80 and definitely need an upgrade). I came across the Sea to Summit Ultralight XR Insulated Sleeping Pad. Looks like it just came out in the last few months, wondering if anyone has any experience with it? I'm Ideally, looking to compare it to something like the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad. I know the Therm-a-Rest has a higher R-value, I've just seen a lot of reviews mentioning how loud that pad is (like a bag of potato chips). Any insight would great, thanks in advance!

Reddit IconProfessional-Mix2498
6 months ago

I had a look for the Nordvisk Ven but couldn't find it anywhere. The Multimats are widely available here in the UK. I only ever purchased 1 air mattress a Trekkology UL 80. That I still see people recommend as a good budget alternative. I used it on a couple of camping trips and it was horrible. The sinking feeling of inflatable mattresses I will never get used to so hoping a firmer self inflating pad is better for me. I mostly hike and stay in hostels so never do camping but this year have decided to do a bit of both. So this is the first I have ever seriously looked at camping pads :) But in posts I only see people talking about air mattresses not SIM's.

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