Owner: Thomas
Used since: 2005
Tested by: Thomas
Review by: Thomas
Primary Use: Light-Weight Hiking, 3-season camping
Review:
After having used my thicker 4-season Thermarest ProLite Plus for several years, I needed something that was smaller and lighter than the 4-season sleeping pad. So I bought the Thermarest Prolite (Regular) and still use it today on all my non-winter hiking/camping trips. It rolls down pretty small and although its thinner than the 4-season pad - its thick enough to not feel any small sticks or pebbles poking into your back when you sleep on it. As with all inflatable, light-weight sleeping pads - the key for keeping it in good shape for many years is to keep it clean, avoid putting it on any sharp edges, rocks, spiky things, etc - anything that could cause a puncture. I considered getting another even smaller and lighter pad like the ones that Sea-to-Summit just brought out but opted against it as its very thin and not at puncture resistant as the Thermarest.
Reference: http://www.seatosummit.com.au/sleepingmats/series/?series=ultra-light
There are lighter and smaller sleeping pads available if you are after something for ultra-light hiking, but I would not trade those ones in for a decent Thermarest Prolite. Having used it for many years I found it reliable, durable and yet not too large and heavy. Highly recommended product.
Pros:
- Pretty small pack size and weight
- Great puncture resistant outer fabric
- Slip resistant pattern on the top and bottom
Cons:
- None really. Its too cold for winter but then thats not its intended use-spectrum anyway.
Comment:
N/A
Manufacturer Website:
http://www.cascadedesigns.com/therm-a-rest/mattresses/fast-and-light/prolite/product