802g (reg) / R4.7 What we liked: Supremely comfortable and packable, warm, easy to operate valvesWhat we don’t like: Expensive, large dimensions not ideal in some tents Overview This mat introduces a new gold standard of comfort for packable sleeping mats. It’s nearly 12cm thick and offers car-camping luxury for less than 800g (mat only) in a packed size […]
About the author
Mark Watson
Wilderness gear editor Mark Watson divides his workdays between graphic design, writing and photography. His passion for tramping, climbing, cycling and storytelling has taken him all over Aotearoa and the world in search of great trails, perfect moves and epic light. He has published four books and his photographs have featured in numerous publications. Especially motivated by long distance travel, he has tramped Te Araroa and cycled from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego.
The 2026 Wilderness Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition
The trail of the tenacious
Mt Peel, Kahurangi National Park
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