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Therm a Rest Z Lite Sol Ultralight Foam Backpacking Mattress
Last Updated: January 8, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.6
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
553
Old Reviews
323
Unverified
21
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430.91 grams
WEIGHT
3742 meters
SIZE
Review Analysis - 209 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Comfort
70inflatable, sleeping pad, comfort, mattress, mat
+94%
-6%
" ... I have back issues so I like bringing an inflatable pad since it is more comfortable. ... It also works good as a seat and back cushion. ... "
" ... LOVED this >> very comfortable, even in the middle of the desert. ... "
" ... Not the most comfortable, but is light and does the job ... "
" ... Very comfortable and super light weight! ... "
" ... Not as comfortable as a good quality air mattress though. ... "
" ... Comfy, lightweight camp mat. ... "
" ... It is one of the lightest, if not THE lightest, sleeping pad you can find. ... "
" ... While their equipment went flat during the night, I was very comfortable on my mat! ... "
Size
47lightweight, backpacking, backpack, light weight, fold
+96%
-4%
" ... Always with me when I hike and camp perfect mat! ... "
" ... The pros: Cheap, lightweight, indestructible. ... "
" ... It was very lightweight which was great for the backpacking portion, and I suppose I can't ask for a lot given the nature of the beast. ... "
" ... lightweight and affordable ... "
" ... Light to carry and offers some cushion. ... "
" ... The mat is very light which really helped with the weight restrictions on the Inca Trail bags. ... "
" ... I enjoy that this is light and easy to carry. ... "
" ... It is very adjustable and folds up instead of rolling. ... "
For Travel
36hiking, backpacking, trip, sleeping, trips
+97%
-3%
" ... Got this for a cross-country camping trip. ... "
" ... This is a wonderful pad to use for hiking or camping. ... I used it on a trip and eliminated some heavier traditional sleeping bags. ... "
" ... Bought one for solo camping and I love it. ... "
" ... The pic is from a trip up mount Rainier where you can see how compact the pad is. ... "
" ... I noticed in the picture it shows this being used underneath what looks like an inflatable camping pad. ... "
" ... Bought this for my 19 year old son who enjoys hiking and camping. ... "
" ... Perfect for taking the chill out of hammock camping. ... "
" ... I was debating on purchasing this or the full size for motorcycle camping, since a sleeping bag on the bare ground kill my back. ... This definitely makes camping on the ground bearable! ... "
Build Quality
25ground, sleeping, seat, mat, insulation
+92%
-8%
" ... It seems to keep him warm and I also like the way it folds accordion style and feel this is easier and takes up less space than our cheaper roll up ones (also they are not reflective). ... "
" ... It is what it is, a folding insulated foam mat. ... "
" ... Despite the relatively thin foam, the egg-crate design really helps with both warmth and padding. ... The metallized surface does reflect body-heat, and the accordion fold eliminates the "permanent roll" of other simple foam pads. ... yet the Z Lite is durable and flexible in its uses. ... "
" ... Folds up nicely and looks like it will last for years. ... "
" ... -Can double as a seat by folding to desired shape. ... -Pad is durable, survived getting thrown around, sitting/sleeping on rough, rocky ground. ... "
" ... It is very adjustable and folds up instead of rolling. ... "
" ... This is not as comfortable, but gets the job done and seems sturdy. ... "
" ... It folds up compactly and it is very durable. ... "
Sleep Tracking
17sleeping, pad, sleeping pad, nights, sleep system
+94%
-6%
" ... While this isn’t going to feel like your mattress at home it will be comfortable enough for a good nights sleep. ... "
" ... Favorite sleeping pad. ... "
" ... I went years and many many nights in the wilderness before I caved in and bought a sleep mat. ... "
" ... I Purchased this Pat and I put this down and then a pad on top and I finally Was able to sleep throughout the night and not feel any aches when waking up! ... "
" ... For the price this sleep pad really can't be beat. ... "
" ... Use for resting, sitting and sleeping. ... I add a short a xtherm air pad for more comfort sleeping. ... "
" ... I'm not sure if this happens because I sleep without a shirt on, but they look like hickeys, so I think the bruises are caused by suction created from the way the egg shell foam is shaped. ... The pad isn't comfortable to sleep on, but I think the pros outweigh the cons, and it does a great job keeping you insulated from the ground. ... "
" ... Maybe slightly less comfy, but if you're hiking 30+ miles day, you can sleep on anything. ... "
Fit
17seat, fold, backpack, pad, hips
+82%
-18%
" ... I got the regular size, and I'm thinking I might cut off 2 or 3 sections and make a seat cover. ... "
" ... Can also double as a seat cushion or windscreen. ... "
" ... I'm 6'2" and it's plenty long enough to fit under my long inflatable pad. ... "
" ... One I intend to cut up for seats or hammock pads, one section wide at shoulders, one section narrow at torso, and a third section wide at hips. ... "
" ... I'm 6'2" and fit on it just fine though I have to admit that yes this is thin and a Single extra segment would be great if only to fold the top most segment without sacrificing feet hanging off the end. ... "
" ... The accordion fold also comes in handy to create folds for back/head support. ... I normally do one fold under the arch of my back. ... "
" ... It also works good as a seat and back cushion. ... "
" ... My 14 year old son has a Kelty 80 and this pad fits nicely in there. ... "
Weight
16light, light weight, comfortable, super light weight, lite
+100%
" ... Compared to other closed cell foam mats it is very compact and light weight. ... For the price and weight you can’t go wrong. ... "
" ... Well worth the weight. ... "
" ... Very comfortable and super light weight! ... "
" ... Nice product, light weight. ... "
" ... Very light-weight, folds up well to fasten on the back of my backpack, insulates great on ground or in hammock. ... "
" ... Light weight, comfortable, perfect length, perfect width. ... "
" ... The lighter weight and compact size of the Z Lite definitely has a trade-off. ... "
" ... Lite weight, and durable ... "
Price
9money, item, worth, weight, fold
+100%
" ... Amazing for the price. ... "
" ... Good deal for the price. ... "
" ... Sure, it's easy to fold and compact, but this comes at a price. ... "
" ... For the price and weight you can’t go wrong. ... "
" ... Best you can get for the price. ... "
" ... Great for the money. ... "
Storage
7takes, sleeping bag, room, pack, mat
+86%
-14%
" ... The mat is very light which really helped with the weight restrictions on the Inca Trail bags. ... "
" ... I'm a fairly large hiker and use this when I need some additional R Value under my sleeping bag. ... "
" ... I'm 6' with a slim build and the regular size has more than enough room. ... "
" ... i am 230 and 5'7 does a good job for my sleeping bag as a side sleeper. ... "
" ... As part of the Gossamer Gear backpack, it provides structure to the bag, the egg-crate design keeps air flowing but cushioning my back making the weight comfortable. ... "
For Kids
5son, young, sleeping, probably, pad
+100%
" ... I have purchased this for my kids as well . ... "
" ... It's brilliant for young campers who aren't experienced enough to treat an inflatable with proper care (and whose backs are young and resilient). ... "
" ... My grandson loves it. ... "
" ... This isn't going to be a luxury pad, but a great option for fast and light backpacking or for children/youth who don't weigh much. ... My son (3) loved sleeping on it! ... "
Ease of Use
5roll, pack, easier, simple, set
+100%
" ... Super light and easy - love that you don't have to roll it ... "
" ... Easy to take places. ... "
" ... I have the roll up kind, and this one is way easier to deal with. ... Easier to store, to attach to a pack, and to fold out and set up camp. ... "
" ... Simple to use. ... "
" ... It's lightweight and easy to put on pack. ... "
Hair
5sit, pad, seat, mat, folds
+80%
-20%
" ... Cut in half and use as a sit pad. ... "
" ... This is perfect and can be cut to size if you need to save weight and size. ... "
" ... Cut this into two pieces. ... "
" ... It can easily be cut down at the folds to make it shorter if desired. ... The regular size mat was $6 cheaper than the small, cut it down some and now you also have a sit mat! ... "
Cooling
5ground, warm, kept, keeps, help
+60%
-40%
" ... Keep you warm when the ground is cold. ... "
" ... Kept me nice in warm in 10 degrees. ... "
Capacity
4living room, floor, room, lay, feel
+75%
-25%
" ... I recommend it to all my friends and family. ... "
" ... I'm 6' with a slim build and the regular size has more than enough room. ... "
" ... I lay on it on my living room floor and after about 5 minutes i started to feel warmer. ... "
Marketplace
3good
+100%
" ... This is super light as described. ... "
" ... Good product and transaction. ... "
" ... The price could be better but I grabbed one on an Amazon deal event for about $30. ... "
Delivery
3product, good
+67%
-33%
" ... excellent product, very good management in the delivery and attention ... "
" ... Ordered the large and got the regular. ... "
Design
3look, version, super, slightly, looks
+100%
" ... Good but could be improved by a slightly wider design. ... "
" ... The roll up version is fine, I just think this one is a better design. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Weight: 430.91 grams
Size: 3742 meters