Cascade Designs Therm-A-Rest Standard Sleeping Pads
Cascade Designs Therm-A-Rest Standard Sleeping Pads
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[Nov 29, 2000]
Josh Brittain
Backpacker
A decent pad. I agree, it could use a little stickier finish and I have punctured mine once, but for the price it is a good pad. Relatively light. Similar Products Used: army closed cell pad-they suck! |
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[Nov 27, 2000]
Jim Cook
Backpacker
Of all the Term-A-Rest pads, I feel that the Standard is the best all around value. I've used mine several times, from summer on the AT to winter on the Chatooga river, and I've enjoyed it a lot. It's insulated me from a cold wet ground and made a trail shelter bunk into a comfortable bed. I don't begrudge the weight a bit because it beats a closed cell pad for comfort. A "tackier" finish on the top would help a bit when sleeping on a slope. Similar Products Used: Cascade Designs Ridge Rest, an egg-crate foam mattress and a military-issue sleeping pad. |
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[Oct 09, 2000]
Aaron
Backpacker
After years of using closed cell foam ground pads, I finally decided to treat myself to a bit more comfort. When REI had these on sale, I jumped at the oportunity. I am so glad I purchased this product because I now can get up in the mornings feeling more rested and less sore. Sure it weighs more than my closed cell pads, but since most of my other gear has gotten lighter over the years, the extra weight is barely noticed...but the extra sleep is! Customer Service Never had to call their customer service for anything. Similar Products Used: Cascade Designs Z-Rest-Still used for ultra light trips, but loaned out more often to friends. |
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[Oct 04, 2000]
Paula Butler
Backpacker
This thing is really comfy and warm, which for me is the most important. It's kinda heavy, though. You'd think that they could make some kind of foam that would be durable but lighter. Would also be nice if it was a little less slippery. Similar Products Used: Closed cell foam pads. |
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[Oct 03, 2000]
Doug
Climber
Tested out several different pads by laying on a huge ring of keys on a flat floor. Couldn't even feel the keys. My only complaint is how heavy it is. To be expected though considering what it does and how comfy it is. Similar Products Used: That closed cell styrofoam. |
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[Sep 05, 2000]
Bob
Backpacker
Purchased my "seconds" Standard pad through REI-outlet.com w/ 25% off discount coupon found on dealcatcher.com. Customer Service REI-Outlet and REI.com and its retail stores ROCK. Man, I'd love to own one someday! :) Similar Products Used: Z-Rest- great b/c of the low weight, but not as comfy (still comfy---but not as comfy) |
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[Jun 29, 2000]
Michael Todd Saunders
Mountaineer
It is true that it is a bit heavy, but this is the price one pays for comfort. I have had one for years now and have not had any problems with it. The price in my opinion is a bit high, but then Therm a Rest sets the standard for sleeping pads. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Jun 21, 2000]
NateN
Mountaineer
Pick up a full length one second hand for my girlfriend. Very comfortable with reasonable weight and packabilty. Personally I prefer the 3/4 Ultralight for weight and space savings. Both pads have proven very durable, although I always cover them if carring on outside of pack. I agree that the pads lose their "self-inflating" ability very quickly. Still hell of a lot more comfortable than close celled foam! Similar Products Used: Ultralight 3/4 (Awesome!) |
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[Jun 20, 2000]
Jack
Climber
the thermarest has been great. i've had it for 4 years now and it hasn't had a problem yet. it insulates well from the cold ground and is very comfortable. i was sold on buying it when the salesman threw a pair of batteries on the floor, laid the thermarest down on top of it, and when i layed on it, i could barely feel the bulge. the self inflating hype is just hype though. it doesn't really work. you still need to put air in it manually. Similar Products Used: foldable egg shell type mattresses |
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[Jun 15, 2000]
Thomas
Mountaineer
The original is the gold standard for sleeping pads. I have used mine in Africa, the Andes, the Cascades and the Smokies and it provided superior comfort and durability. It packs easy but is a little heavy for trips where weight is a factor. Similar Products Used: None |