Expert Review Great pad for almost every adventure. - Big Agnes Q Core SLX Sleeping Pad

The Big Agnes Q-Core SLX insulated pad is an extremely light and comfortable pad to sleep on in any condition. At 3.5" thick you 'won't be worried about the ground beneath you, and because the pad is insulated it will help keep you warm in 30+ degree temperatures. Generally, I use the Therm-A-Rest Neo Air X-Lite and 'didn't feel a difference in warmth with the Q-Core SLX.

In testing out this pad, I was very happy with its performance. The coldest it got while I was using this was around 35 degrees, and I 'didn't feel any cold coming up through the pad. Paired with a Big Agnes sleeping bag, I was comfortable and had some great sleeps in the backcountry. I have also tested this pad without a Big Agnes sleeping bag, and I will say the 20"" width felt a bit too narrow without the pad sleeve on Big 'Agnes' sleeping bags. I would recommend the 25"" wide pad for use without one of their sleeping bags.

Overall this pad has most every feature you would want in a sleeping pad, 'it's comfortable, very easy to inflate (especially if you use the Big Agnes Pumphouse), warmth, durability, and very packable. I would recommend this pad to anyone looking to add comfort or drop base weight while backpacking in the spring, summer, or fall.