Big Agnes Insulated Q Core Sleeping Pad Inflatable Long

Last year we tested this same sleeping pad and managed to pop one of the baffles loose inside the pad.

Big agnes insulated q core sleeping pad inflatable long.

The q core slx ups the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry with offset i beams that create incredible multi directional support and stability. Larger outside air chambers keep you cradled in the middle of the pad. And weighing only 17 oz. The q core slx is lighter tougher easier to inflate deflate packs smaller sleeps warmer.

Stuff sack and repair kit included. When it comes to superlight three season comfort this pad stands alone. It was still usable but lost some of the overall comfort. The cover appears to be made of tougher material.

Despite its strength the q core slx is remarkably lightweight and packable with the long size rolling down to 4 x 8 in. The big agnes q core slx is a lightweight three season sleeping pad that performed excellently throughout our testing period. The pad rolls up small and packs in a tight case which unlike a self inflating pad is very easy to stow in a touring kayak. Ultralight rugged 20x78 durable superlight nylon rip stop fabric improves tear strength and durability by 25 while aviation grade tpu lamination adds extra durability.

This new pad the big agnes q core inflatable sleeping pad appears to have improved substantially over the pad i had. The q core slx ups the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry. Big agnes air pads aren t just a fad they aren t a glorified pool toy either. Save your breath for the miles ahead and use the included upcycled pad inflation sack to inflate.

On a scale of 1 0 9 5 the insulated q core pad has an estimated r value of 5. The new q core deluxe has become the most comfortable sleeping pad on the planet. This pad utilizes minimalist i beam construction to reduce weight and provide consistent stability built in advanced heat reflective technology and an ultra comfortable and super quiet quilted two way stretch top that provides a cushioned pillow soft sleeping surface. We literally breathed air into sleeping pads when we bucked the self inflating pad trend in 2005 and put 3 25 4 25 of cushy inflation between campers and the hard ground.

It has a new and i hope improved inflation valve. For sleeping on frozen ground increase thermal insulation by adding the big agnes 3rd degree foam pad not included includes protective storage sack replacement valve seal 3m repair patches and a pad inflation sack made from upcycled excess pad material color varies based on material.