Background. I’ve gone from a self inflating Thermarest to an Exped Ultra 7. Blowing out a baffle after many years , Exped sent me a Ultra Duo replacement. Both fairly comfortable. I followed up with a Thermarest Xtherm NXT. To say I loved that pad would be a lie. I replaced it with a ZenBivy Flex mat. I’d probably love it, if I was a lighter person. Bought a NTE last week. (Backcountry on sale.) Is it the most comfortable pad I’ve ever had? Topping even the Exped? Simple answer. Yes. A little care when pulling the cap for adjusting the air volume. A Shcnozzle should fit it. The Nemo inflation bag is of adequate size, but has a weird shape. The fabric appears to be durable. I haven’t tried the rock test.

