Kaira XL-sleeping mat

11,99 €
4.8(8)
Product description

A simple, proper simple lightweight closed-cell kip mat, roll-up model. A three-season model fit for general use, with good size. Made in Finland!

Comes with simple elastic bands to keep the mat rolled. You can also use these for something else if the mat is just strapped on the rucksack. The 60 cm width means these have a very welcome 10 cm more room to roll around during the night when compared to many other sleeping mats.

Closed-cell or air mattress?

Either of these is not better than the other, just better for you and the intended purpose. Here are key points to consider when choosing between an inflatable and closed-cell sleeping mat.

Closed cell

  • Absolutely reliable and care-free
  • Lightweight
  • Takes more packing space
  • Cheaper price

Air mattress

  • Packs very small
  • More comfortable
  • The same or usually better insulation-to-weight ratio
  • Possibility of punctures

If you're aiming at carrying light, sleeping tight, and consider yourself careful, the air mattress is probably a better choice for you. If you're looking for indestructibility and it's OK to carry the mat outside the ruck and the packaging space isn't an issue, the closed-cell model should work just fine. Besides, you can use the mat as a sled and it won't get destroyed.


Reviews
4.8(8)

Chris D.

20.11.2022Verified purchase
More comfortable than the thermarest one's as it is slightly more squishy soft and hasn't been compressed into fancy shapes thus killing cell loft. I will stack a torso length cutout of this on top of a Ridgerest Classic for best of both worlds. Not sure about the Rvalue?

Arthur M.

15.11.2022Verified purchase
Good quality, excellent price, far less expensive than retail pads in Canada. I have recommended to friends.

Harold M.

16.05.2022Verified purchase
Finally, a lightweight, closed cell, roll up sleeping pad for tall people. Good quality, at an incredible price (used, beat to hell, roll up military surplus sleeping pads in the USA cost more than these). Decent cushion for a closed cell pad and for use on softer grounds like dirt, but best used in addition to another type of pad / inflatable mattress on harder ground. I like to use multiple layers of padding / insulation, as I can change it up for the environment and temperature, but it also seems to work better than one inflatable sleeping mat, which can be damaged and leave you SOL on a long camping trip.