I was surfing around fleabay and came across an inflatable mat (made in China) for $39 obo, new, named the LA Recreation ultra lightweight pad. I offered $32 and it was accepted. It shipped from the United States and I received it in a couple of days. I figured for $32 it couldn’t hurt to take a look at it since it wasn’t a huge investment. The R value is 1.3, weighs 14 oz claimed and is made with 20d nylon. It looked similar to other mats I have seen before but it was quite a bit cheaper. I was quite surprised when I opened the package. It appeared to be well made. It uses a single flat valve with a rubber flapper inside to keep the air from coming out when it is being inflated. All the welds were without flaws. It measured 73″x21.5″x2″ and it was accurate. The actual weight was 15.5 ounces with the stuff sack. A patch kit was included. It does take about 15 breaths to inflate. I haven’t had a chance to use it camping (still quite hot here in Texas) but I have used it lying around the house and when I watch TV at night. It has good support but it will bottom out if the weight is concentrated in a spot, like if you were to sit up. I was able to lie on my sides and not feel my hips touching the floor. Seems like a decent pad for the price. I’m 6 ft 190 lbs. I liked the slightly longer length and width also. This is a stock photo of it:
