Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite SOL Mattress

Product Information

Always a favourite of the ultralight elite, the Z Lite SOL expands upon the ultralight performance of the Original Z Lite by adding Therm-A-Rest's reflective ThermaCapture™ coating to capture radiant heat and increase overall warmth by nearly 15%. Factoring in the system of heat trapping dimples, the Z Lite SOL has an R-Value of 2.0, making it perfect for use on its own in warmer weather or layering under another pad for extra warmth in the cold. The proprietary foams are softer on top for extra comfort and denser on the bottom for extra durability, making the Z Lite SOL an ideal closed-cell foam pad for those in need of an ultralight, highly compact and super-reliable sleep system. Layer It: Add 2.0 R-Value and protection from punctures when you layer the Z Lite SOL under another sleeping pad.

Of course, Therm-a-Rest offers a micro-version of the Z Lite design as a dedicated seating pad, but it’s sized for just one butt. Add 2.0 R-Value and protection from punctures when you layer the Z Lite SOL under another sleeping pad. Compared to ultralight air sleeping pads, the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite SOL isn’t particularly comfortable. In fact, it’s only ‘comfortable’ to sleep on when you don’t have a good inflatable pad handy. It is better than nothing . . . and yet, it’s awesome, too. Super Durability Because closed-cell foam sleeping pads like the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite SOL never pop, you don’t have to worry much about thorns or poky pinecones. This sleeping pad is the lightest 4-season pad we've ever seen while also being the warmest in our lineup

Analysis and Test Results

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Thermarest's lightest most compact closed-cell mattress is now warmer than ever: a new aluminized surface reflects heat increasing overall warmth by nearly 20%. Therm-a-Rest says:

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How is this possible? Incongruent Awesomeness Fast deployment: The Z Lite SOL simply unfolds for use — no inflation necessary! The newest version of the legendary Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT again takes home high honors in the ultralight category. The most current version of this pad gained some extra warmth and shaved off a few ounces. Plus, it's now considerably quieter than previous versions — light sleepers who couldn't handle the crinkling sound from this pad can now sleep soundly. Therm-a-Rest isn’t the only manufacturer to produce quality closed-cell foam sleeping pads. Here are a few competitive options to consider as well: Extra Durable: Virtually indestructible, the proprietary closed-cell foam provides lasting, economical comfort.

If you’re reading this review, you’re probably wondering if the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite SOL is any good. Is it comfortable? Is it a good buy? Should you buy it? And it’s not just me. Other Man Makes Fire gear testers sometimes haul the extra weight of the Z Lite SOL for the same purpose. Because it’s a long rectangular pad, more than one person can sit on it at the same time. The Therm-a-Rest Z Lite SOL Sleeping Pad is a compact, ultralight closed-cell foam pad. To give this relatively thin pad improved warmth, Therm-a-Rest adds its ‘ThermaCapture’ coating to reflect radiant heat. A staple in the standard ultralight set-up, the Thermarest Z Lite SOL Sleeping Pad expands on the original Z Lite by adding Thermarest's reflective ThermaCapture™ coating to capture radiant heat and increase overall warmth by nearly 15%. The Therm-a-Rest Z-Seat(SOL) is basically a mini version of the popular Z Lite SOL mattress. The proprietary foams are softer on top for extra comfort and denser on the bottom for extra durability. Ideal if you think you're going to be encountering rough terrain as it's practically indestructible. And at under 60g it's not going to add a lot of weight for that extra little bit of comfort.You can now directly compare the R-value of mats rated using the ASTM F3340-18 with confidence that is a fair and accurate comparison between mats. In simple terms, the higher the R-value, the warmer the mat. If you like the idea of the lightweight chair pad, you can reduce the size by choosing the Small version, which is 20″ x 51″ long. It’s long enough for two people to sit on it side-by-side and it’s long enough to let one person lounge on it as well.