My Review of Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite - Regular

Originally submitted at REI

For sleep-anywhere comfort, Z Lite is the lightest, most compact, full-length closed-cell foam pad Therm-a-Rest® makes.

Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite - Regular

Lightweight pad that lies flat

By Moderately Hellacious Slacker from Kingwood, TX on 5/11/2011

 

4out of 5

Pros: Packs Easily, Warm, Lightweight, Comfortable

Cons: Heavy / Bulky

Best Uses: Car Camping, Cold Conditions, 3 Season Camping, Backpacking, 4 Season Camping, Winter Camping

Describe Yourself: Casual/ Recreational

What Is Your Gear Style: Minimalist

Was this a gift?: No

Lightweight, comfortable, and easy to deploy. I like the accordion style fold, which allows the pad to lie flat immediately, unlike the curving seen on the ends of rolled pads. The price point is on the expensive side for "foam". My biggest issue is how easily the pad is damaged when brushed against trees, limbs, etc. I'd recommend you place the pad in a stuff sack or save yourself some money and get a cheaper rolled pad.

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