Big Agnes

Divide / Air Core Ultra Series

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Sentiment score70% positive
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Last updated: Aug 18, 2026

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Reddit IconBig_Individual2905
9 months ago

I used a Nemo tensor +tyvek through all of the AZT. No punctures. Everything is poky in az. Consider tyvek. It’s the most comfy UL pad I could find as a side sleeper. Otherwise my big Agnes divide is more comfy but heavy.

Reddit Iconckyhnitz
8 months ago

You must be a warm sleeper. I would classify myself as an average-to-cold sleeper, and I'd absolutely freeze on an R2 CCF at 32F. Forget about going lower. The first time I ever slept comfortably at freezing temperatures was the first time that I used an insulated inflatable sleeping pad (Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Ultra, R4). I was 38 at the time. The previous 27 years of my camping experience, I slept on CCF and froze my ass off whenever the temps were below 50F.

Reddit IconDath_1
12 months ago

I have a Big Agnes Divide that's one of the better ones I've tried. The vertical baffles seem to do a good job of preventing arm numbness and rolling off.

12 months ago

The issue I have with the Neoloft is it makes my shoulder numb. I spend most of my time on my side, but I toss and turn like crazy. I was playing around with the inflation level but so far haven't solved the numbness issue. Other than that, I agree with you it's probably the most comfortable pad I've yet tried. The Big Agnes Divide is very good and weighs about the same. Both these pads are just under 2lbs if you get the Wide version. This one has vertical baffles that I think work better for me, especially as a very active sleeper to keep me centered. No numbness. I have a CCF Switchback that I only used once without much grass under it. It was hard on my back and pretty much makes side sleeping impossible. I want to try it again with some taller grass underneath to pad it. There may be some times where the weight savings are worth.

Reddit Icondinnerthief
3 months ago

I use Big Agnes aircore ultra and its comfortable but its not super duper light (I got it on a super discount). Light enough for me but there are probably better options if you are willing to pay for them. Im a big tall guy with wide shoulders so sleeping on a thin pad I kind of get "folded up." You could probably go down to 3" and be fine to while opening up to more lightweight options.

Reddit IconG00dSh0tJans0n
11 months ago

For "comfort" backpacking I use a Big Agnes Divide Insulated wide pad. 25" wide. Sleeps so good being a side/stomach sleeper. 30oz weight

Reddit IconHallIndependent4692
3 months ago

I need to investigate this. I got a BA Divide last year for a trip. When I tried it at home on the carpeted den floor, I didn't notice a sound. Got in my tent on the trip and laid down and it sounded like I was on a balloon. I may have to carry a light sheet of fabric to put down next time. 

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