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Exped DownMat 9 Pump DLX Sleeping Pad

Hiking & Camping > Sleeping Bags & PadsRated: ***** by 5 reviews.

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Heat loss is dramatically reduced with down insulation inside the mat, as demonstrated by EMPA, the Swiss Federal Labaratories for Materials Testing and Research, and field tests by expeditions. The thick cushion of air also provides comfort and smooths out uneven ground. And as down compresses extremely well, Downmats packs smaller than other insulated mats.

Features:

  • Both low profile valves (pat. pend) one for inflation and the other for deflation ensure ease of use. As the valves are flat and not on the mat‘s edge they do not protrude and are therefore protected and durable. Light foam blocks at the mat‘s ends prevent down from escaping or migrating between chambers.
  • Exped only uses IDFL-certified goose down, specially treated to eliminate the effects of humidity that may reach the mat‘s interior.
  • Fill Weight: 320 g / 11 oz
  • Laminated polyester fabric is both durable, airtight and humidity resistant. The shell‘s top surface is of brushed polyester fabric that provides excellent slip resistance and comfort next to the skin. Dark colors dry quickly. The seams are high frequency welded for durability. Two loops at the head end can be used to secure the packsack to the mat when used as a pillow.
  • Light and warm: The DownMat 7 Pump has a R-Value of 5.9. At about the same weight a standard 2.5 cm selfinflating mat only has a R-Value of 2.5. Further EMPA tests demonstrated that regular mats lose 3x more heat to cold ground than to the air. The conclusion: use a lighter weight sleeping bag with a DownMat to achieve consistent overall comfort, and still reduce weight and bulk!
  • Packed: 27x16 cm / 11x6“
  • Packsack 24 g / 0.8 oz
  • Size: 193x65x9 cm / 76x26x3.5“
  • Temperature: -38°C / -36°F
  • Weight: 1250 g / 44.1 oz

Altrec

So much warmth and comfort, you will never have to sleep cold again with the Exped DownMat 9 Pump Sleeping Pad. This super comfortable sleeping pad is wider and longer than the standard DownMat 9 and is temperature rated to -36° F. The DownMat 9 DLX is built with 700 fill down insulation inside and a unique, built-in pump. Very compressible and lightweight, the DownMat packs super small in comparison to other insulated mats and reduces the bulk you would expect with some much warmth. With the DownMat 9 DLX you can carry a lighter sleeping bag, reducing bulk and weight, while experiencing the same level of warmth.

Features:

  • Dark colors dry quickly
  • European Outdoor Award, Product of the Year
  • Exped only uses IDFL-certified goose down, specially treated to eliminate the effects of humidity that may reach the mat‘s interior
  • Laminated polyester fabric is both durable and airtight
  • Light foam blocks at the mat's ends prevent down from escaping or migrating between chambers
  • Packed: 28x18 cm / 11x7in
  • Packsack: 210 g / 7.4 oz
  • Seams and valves are all high-frequency welded (most secure method of fusing fabrics and materials) to ensure mat integrity
  • Similar to a sleeping bag, baffles between the mats' chambers eliminate cold spots and promote a stable and supportive air cushion
  • Size: 193x65 cm / 76x26in
  • Temperature: -38°C / -36°F
  • Thickness: 9 cm / 3.5in
  • Top surface of honeycomb textured fabric provides superior slip resistance and comfort next to the skin
  • Two wide mouth valves ensure fast inflation and simple deflation. Just one quarter turn closes the valve cap
  • Use a lighter weight sleeping bag with a DownMat to achieve consistent overall comfort, and still reduce weight and bulk
  • Weight: 1180 g / 42 oz

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Exped DownMat 9 Pump DLX Sleeping Pad Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

Great product for its intended use

Rating:*****
Just got back from a fall fly fishing trip to tree line in the rockies (overnight temps below freezing). I'm 6'2" and 200 lbs, cold sleeper. This isn't a lightweight, compact backpacker mat, but I didn't expect it to be (for minimum weight summer use, I use the Thermarest Neo Air). This pad takes up as much pack space as my sleeping bag, and it's heavy. It also takes a while to inflate. It is, however, the warmest, most comfortable mat I've used. If you are trying to extend the temperature range of your 35 degree bag, just orient the down to the upper side of the baffles. Also, if you plan on winter camping, this mat will be a nice addition to your collection. It is extremely warm. I also found it easy to fine tune the firmness of the mat (it can easily inflate to an uncomfortably hard surface). Dialing back the firmness had no impact on warmth. It is also a great mat for side sleepers. Slick, microfiber bags will shift some on the mat overnight, but no more so than other mats. It's not particularly tacky on the sleeping surface. I believe the mat is solidly constructed - it's not delicate. This is the best mat for its intended purpose - warm and comfy. But I wouldn't (and didn't) choose it as "one mat' solution in all situations. I would purchase this mat again, and I did recommend it to a friend.
Peter Niepoth at Altrec on 09/23/2009

It is awesome expecially for someone in the military

Rating:*****
My family ordered this item for my sister who is a Marine and stationed in Afghanistan. We searched high and low to find something for her that would be light enough but yet padded enough to put ontop of her cot, not mention the added bonus that it retains heat ( as it gets very cold there where she is stationed). This is the best product we have ever come across. I highly recommend this product to anyone and everyone and I assure you that it is well worth the money. If you are going to order it from anyone I suggest ordering it from this company, the staff with Altrec are OUTSTANDING!!!! This item and company rock and they help make our troops comfortable in such horrible conditions. MANY MANY Thanks to you and this product.
Kimberly Carter at Altrec on 10/23/2009

great product

Rating:*****
Just returned from a week canoeing the noire river in Quebec. I am 6'2" & 340 lbs The pad performed great and was comfortable. In the reviews some say it is difficult to pump up, I agree, but found an easy way to do it! I stood up and used my bare foot to operate the pump and it worked great. You need to make sure the air openings are sealed tight. Very glad to have it.
ken at Altrec on 09/16/2009

Comfortable Warm and Innovative Pump

Rating:*****
After testing this against the thicker Thermarest pads, this is a keeper. Much smaller when packed, lighter, thicker, warm and comfortable pads with quick and easy to use built-in pump. Perfect for camping!
JT Boston at Altrec on 06/22/2009

GREAT PAD A LITTLE HARD TO PUMP UP

Rating:****
This is a very comfortable mat. I have used a Therm-a-rest for years and will never go back. I think the storage bag/pump was a better idea.
joshua bishop at Altrec on 06/01/2009