Big Agnes Insulated Q Core Sleeping Pad Review

Since our testing period last fall with the q core slx insulated pad big agnes gave it some updates.

Big agnes insulated q core sleeping pad review.

At 3 5 thick you won t be worried about the ground beneath you and because the pad is insulated it will help keep you warm in 30 degree temperatures. Take the comfort of your bed outdoors with the big agnes insulated q core sl. Yes our pads provide bed like comfort from rocks and dirt but more importantly they insulate you from the ground up. A sleeping pad is a necessary part of your sleep system.

The big agnes insulated q core sleeping pad blends supportive alternating i beam construction and synthetic insulation for an incredibly comfortable sleeping surface on the cold hard ground. Most comfortable it s hyatt level comfort for only a pound says one tester who calls the ounce shaving mummy shape and 3 5 inches of cushion the ideal balance of efficiency and comfort. The new pad is lime green in color and features primaloft silver insulation with a heat reflective barrier to trap and reflect body heat and it boasts an r value of 3 2. The big agnes air core scored poorly in our review but may be a good budget option if you can t afford a more luxurious sleeping pad.

Tired of miserable sleepless nights in the backcountry. Because it isn t insulated we don t recommend this pad if you expect to encounter snow or cold weather. The q core inflate deflate valve is very small diameter and the idea of blowing spit and breath humidity into the big agnes through the tiny mouth piece mat is distasteful. Give the four season big agnes insulated q core a try.

The big agnes q core slx insulated pad is an extremely light and comfortable pad to sleep on in any condition. It s a rating that shows the insulating properties of a sleeping pad. It isn t our favorite but it is much more comfortable than many self inflating pads. The slx is one of the thickest backpacking pads on the market which means it s really comfortable but also that there s a lot of space to fill with your lungs.

Big agnes claims that its insulated q core is the most comfortable pad on the planet. Well i can t answer that but i can tell you that it is the most comfortable pad i have ever slept on.