Ether Light Series

The ether light XR is the first pad that’s given me just as good a night sleep as I do at home. It’s such a comfortable pad. I’m a side sleeper and nothing compares to it for comfort for me. It can be a bit noisy so when I’m tossing and turning before falling asleep it can be a bit of a nuisance but it’s never hindered my sleep

It’s not crinkly or rustly, can be a bit squeaky! But think it also depends on sleeping bag material. Like I said it’s never cause me an issue but my partner has commented on it before

Exped Dura. It has down. I have the 6R LW. You can get a slightly lighter version which is lighter due to thinner face fabrics. Avoid StS Etherlight XT at all costs, as I have had two getting pinctures where the dividers attach. Constant flats from just lying on them. And I am not the only one. This is why I bought the Exped Dura.

I like my ether light xt by sea to summit. But it’s really the only decent one I’ve ever tried so. Or much to compare it to.

63 yr old M with bony hips. Just a few years ago I could honestly sleep all night on a 1" foam, but something changed when I hit 60. I tried various 4 inch inflatables. Best comfort I have found is Sea to Summit etherlite. Few extra ounces weight penalty but worth it, good sleep is everything. Also slept great on a fat Big Agnes but had bad luck 2 different outings with slow leaks. Actually slept best with a hammock rig, still use it occasionally - but the hammock, skeeter net, tarp, under quilt, and not having a tent to hang out in during poor weather kinda gets old.

Hi! Are you planning to use it on Kilimanjaro? Many tour operators already include sleeping mats in their packages, and they’re usually about 2–3 inches thick, which is comfortable enough for most hikers. An R-value of 3.6 is basically the minimum for Kilimanjaro - it can work, but you’re definitely taking a risk, especially if you get cold easily. If you haven’t tested it in similar conditions with your sleeping bag setup and still prefer to bring your own, it might be safer to go with the Ether Light XR or even the XR Pro if you tend to get cold easily.

Hi! Are you planning to use it on Kilimanjaro? Many tour operators already include sleeping mats in their packages, and they’re usually about 2–3 inches thick, which is comfortable enough for most hikers. An R-value of 3.6 is basically the minimum for Kilimanjaro - it can work, but you’re definitely taking a risk, especially if you get cold easily. If you haven’t tested it in similar conditions with your sleeping bag setup and still prefer to bring your own, it might be safer to go with the Ether Light XR or even the XR Pro if you tend to get cold easily.