I’ve been using an Xtherm for several years, and love how warm and light it is. However, some summer nights, it’s just a little too warm. I’ve often thought about getting a separate summer/shoulder season pad, but unfortunately most everything out there is barely lighter or actually heavier than an Xtherm. The Uberlight seemed to fit the bill- a little more than half the weight of my winter pad, plus crazy compact. I got one from REI and had pretty good results, but it seemed to form a slight leak, and I started reading lots of reviews about people who had baffles burst on the first night etc. That wouldn’t be a big deal on a weekend trip, but I’m planning a longer trek this summer so it seems like too much risk to carry an Uberlight. The next option would be an Xlite- seems to be a tried and true pad, fairly reliable, not too warm but warm enough I could loan it out to a friend for most any season. Plus, might be able to get a deal on the old valve style. Downside is it only saves 3 oz on a size regular. I’ve thought about using one of the women’s length, but I find that at the end of a long day it feels really good to have that air cushion under my tired feet.
Anyone else have a two Pad quiver, and have you found a better option? (I know many might pair a foam pad with an Xlite- for winter, but I already have the Xtherm, which I’ve been very happy with.) Looking for a warm season pad that is light (less than 15oz), full length, durable, and reasonably comfortable.
