Therm-a-Rest is definitely the leading force in the outdoor sleepmat department. Sleepmats come in all shapes and sizes and for the type of backpacking I tend to do, I have always used a 3/4 length mat. Although light and convenient space-wise, these are by and large uncomfortable. Nights tend to have little bit of tossing and turning, but at the end of the day this evens out with the weight and space saved while trekking during the day… or so I thought.

My sleep has been easier, however since I found the Therm-a-Rest trail lite series. Weighing only 2 lbs/910 g and condensing into a small size for packing, this full-size mat is the perfect compromise between size and weight verses comfort and durability. The trail lite series is also compatible with the fitted sheet, ventral down comforter and tech blanket for those who want to compile equipment for a truly bed-like, two-season outdoor sleeping experience. For more info on the trail lite and sleep systems click through to the company’s website.