I personally think that one area to splurge on when backpacking is gear allows you to sleep comfortably every night. To that end I have been using a wide, insulated pad (XTherm Max) and a couple pillows (Big Sky for my head, and a cheapo Flexair for a knee pillow). I have seen comments on this site and others claiming they sleep as well as or better than at home. I am wanting to drop weight on my pad (it weighs almost 24 ounces!) but am having a hard time figuring out what to spend my money on. I am an active side sleeper. I weigh about 155 and am 5’10”. Just wondering what other people use that works well for them and lets them sleep comfy and happy. I know pads, pillows, quilts/bags are very subjective based on body type, sleep style, personal preference, etc. but would love to hear what sleep gear you love, what you hate, what’s “meh” and why.
