Exped DownMat UL 7 Review

Introduction

Upon experiencing extensive upper body injuries last year, I tested out my Thermarest Prolite XS Mat. After an excruciating night of tossing and turning, I determined a new sleeping mat was in order. My post-injury mat needed to be more comfortable than a self-inflatable mat, warm enough for four-season use, compact, and light. After an exploration of the marketplace, my needs were met by the Exped DownMat UL 7 M.

• Specifications

  • Temperature: -11.2 °F (-24 °C)
  • R-Value: 5.90
  • Thickness: 2.8 in. (7.11 cm)
  • Length: 72 in. (182.9 cm)
  • Shoulder Width: 20.5 in. (52.1 cm)
  • Foot Width: 20.5 in. (52.1 cm)
  • Weight Mat: 20.3 oz. (575.5 gr)
  • Weight Pump: 2.1 oz. (59.5 gr)
  • Weight Packsack: 0.5 oz. (14.2 gr)
  • Packed height: 9.1 in. (23.1 cm)
  • Packed diameter: 4.3 in. (10.9 cm)
  • Pack volume: 2.3 quart (2.2 L)

• Features

  • 20% lighter than standard Exped DownMat 7
  • Down-filled insulation
  • Cradle-shaped baffles for comfort are welded to prevent down migration and eliminate cold spots
  • Schnozzel Pump Bag doubles as dry sack, pillow bag and prevents introducing moisture to down fill
  • Separate inflation and deflation valves with low profile valve design
  • Includes repair kit and durable pack sack

• Materials

  • Top: 20 D Polyester, TPU Polyether Film Laminate, Hydrolysis resistant, Honeycomb embossed
  • Bottom: 20 D Polyester, TPU Polyether Film Laminate, Hydrolysis resistant
  • Insulation: 700 fill power goose down
  • Fill Weight: 6 oz.

• Product contents

  • Mat
  • Schnozzel Pumpbag
  • Packsack
  • Repair Kit
  • Instruction Sheet
  • Repair manual

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