I bought this for my son after searching overpriced name brand products that were quite similar (and oftentimes of lesser quality). Glad that I actually stumbled upon this one. I initially bought if for my son as our family had guests come over (against my will) and decided to stay for 3 days. Basically a vacation for them in which we were their servants so that they could freeload. Another story, though. I decided to put my son in my room (he's 11), and let him use his sleeping bag. Initially, I was going to buy an air mattress, but there was not enough room, and the cost wouldn't be justified. We've had him and his sister camp in the house before, and we've used a lot of blankets to provide cushion, but this doesn't work very well. He has a few camping trips coming up, and I decided that I should finally buy him something that is a bit more legitimate. I've sent him on a camping trip without padding before (never do this!!), and it was miserable for him. This doesn't take up very much room (just enough, and in my son's case, quite a bit). I tested it out (I'm a side sleeper) just by laying in it a good bit, and it feels good. For my son, it was great, he slept well on this (he has a pretty terrible sleeping bag, so this thing is vital).
The first thing that I can relate to you is that in order to blow it up, you have to unscrew the air intake valve. Duh, I know, but this didn't occur to me right away as you CAN fill it without that but you will blow yourself out trying. That's because it looks quite a bit different than any kind of air intake valve that I'd ever seen. Once that's out of the way, it is pretty easy to get this thing blown up. It is also quite simple to let the air out, and it compacts quite nicely to fit into the bag. There is an included velcro wrap that keeps it compacted once you let the air out (nice!). There is also a small repair kit (that lives in the bag). The best way to get the air out is to first open the valve, roll it up, unroll it, fold it in half and roll it up again. It takes less than 4 minutes and works well.
I have to say, I'm very happy with this purchase. I am going on a camping trip with my son's scouting group in March, and I am definitely going to buy another one of these for myself. If there's any endorsement that I can give, it's that I would buy it again and plan on that regardless.
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Product Description
"I love this thing. It self-inflates quickly"
Cameo, Rakaia Designs (TNH Outdoors) Customer
"Now, I'm a picky sleeper and I have a GREAT sleeping pad but it's too big for my hammock. I ordered another brand (very well known that sounds like Burma Best) but it was huge and very noisy when you turned over or breathed. I ordered this pad to support start up business and give them a try. This is a great pad that is light weight and comfortable. It doesn't pack down as small as the noisey one, but I will take a little more bulk for the comfort. Congrats TNH; you have my support"
"When comparing it to my Thermarest Hiker self inflating pad I find this one to be the better buy"
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Easy To UseThe Rakaia Designs (TNH Outdoors) pad is ready for all conditions with a tough 75D Polyester Skin. This makes it easier to use in all conditions. |
500 Series ValveWith the 500 series pneumatic valve, just twist it open, unroll the pad and it will start to inflate itself! A few simple puffs of air and you are ready in seconds. |
Insulated And ComfortableYou won’t feel those jagged rocks or the uneven ground. Our 1.5 inch thick design ensures that they go unnoticed for an ultimate night of comfort. |
"Awesome sleeping pad, very high quality for your back pocket. Comparable to Thermarest for a fraction of the cost"
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Backpacking CompanionPacks up small and tight to take on your next adventure. |
Popular ChoiceWe have sold 30,000 pad since launching and now the market place is full of cheap knock offs. |
Easy To Inflate & DeflateA few simple puffs of air and you have a pad so good you will forget you have even left your bedroom. |
This Could Be YouWe actually go camping, we know your problems and plesaures. Support a family business not Chinese knock off agents. |
"This pad is comparable in every way to a Thermarest but at a much better on the pocket and I'm a side sleeper "
2019 Means Quality For You
In 2019 is all about quality for you and your outdoors lifestyle.
- smaller product batches
- higher inspection percentages
- higher quality standards
Our 2019 Self Inflating Sleeping Pad has gone under rigorous testing to bring you the best for your next weekend away.
As the original creators and designers of this model we know the product inside out for you.
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This Item  TNH Outdoors Premium Self Inflating Sleeping Pad Lightweight Foam Padding and Superior Insulation Great for Hiking & Camping Thick Outer Skin |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | Currently unavailable. | -6% $32.98 Typical: $34.99 | -11% $24.76 Typical: $27.77 | $25.99 | $60.00 |
| Delivery | — | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 | Get it as soon as Wednesday, May 15 |
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| Sold By | — | FUNPAC Store | Amazon.com | XFR US | Amazon.com |
| size | Regular | Single | Single | Single | 76 x 25 x 2.5 inches |
| firmness description | Plush | Extra Firm | Plush | Firm | Plush |
| material | Foam,Polyester | Nylon | Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) | Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) | Polyester |
| water resistance | — | waterproof | water resistant | waterproof | — |
| max weight capacity | — | 400 pounds | — | 800 pounds | 300 pounds |
| weight | 2.16 pounds | 1.5 pounds | 1.4 pounds | 1.13 kilograms | 6.4 pounds |
Reviews with images
Great product, but valve failed after 5 years. Hoping lifetime warranty works.
Loved the camping mattress. Fantastic product. Used it for 5 years. Finally on the Appalachian Trail last week, it wouldn't hold air. I thought the valve wouldn't seal, but then realized the entire elliptical valve assembly was coming loose from the mattress material it was glued to. The next day it fell completely out and I'm left with an open hole to the inside foam material.
