A quality sleeping pad—no matter the weather or the season—is a necessary part of a camping sleep system. Sleeping pads are designed to insulate your body from the ground to allow for better thermal ...

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT, Sea-to-Summit Pursuit Plus, and Mountain Equipment Aerostat Down 7.0 are among the best sleeping pads of 2025. I put 14 sleeping pads to the test to find the best ...

Exped sleeping pads are on the expensive side, and we didn't understand why until we actually used one. Because they're so ...

Which sleeping pad for winter camping is best? Sleeping pads have long been a staple for casual campers and thru-hikers alike due to their portability, convenience and comfort. However, you may wonder ...

The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture is a middle-of-the-road offering from a manufacturer responsible for some of the best sleeping pads available right now. It’s versatile, aimed at campers and ...

Few things can tank morale on a camping trip like a bad night’s sleep. Fortunately, with so many stellar sleeping pads available, there’s no reason your gear should keep you from getting your beauty ...

Summer is winding down, which means it's time for the annual REI Labor Day Sale. This year’s event kicked off on August 23, and ends on Labor Day, September 2. Many items are up to 40 percent off, and ...