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Therm-a-Rest ProLite Large

Hiking & Camping > Sleeping Bags & PadsRated: *** by 3 reviews.

ProLite Gear

Thermarest's ProLite mattresses are tailor-made for anyone seeking three-season comfort with a priority on minimal weight, maximum compactness and, of course, quality. Now lighter and more compact than their previous ProLite 3 mattresses, weight is the only thing you’ll find missing. You still get the reliable performance and comfort you need, after the kind of high-mileage, high-speed journeys where the ProLite mattress shines brightest.

Specifications
Dimensions77 x 25 x 1 inches
Dimensions - metric196 x 64 x 3 centimeters
Average weight 22 ounces
Average weight - metric0.62 kilogram
R-Value2.2
InsulationOpen-cell foam
Packed size4.5 x 13 inches
Design typeSelf-inflating
ShapeSemi-rectangular

Features:

  • A new shape, along with use of lighter fabric and foam, makes this pad incredibly light and packable without sacrificing comfort or durability
  • Bottom features an innovative, sticky-dot, non-slip surfac
  • This mattress is engineered for alpine climbing, adventure racing and long-distance backpacking when reducing weight and size are of paramount importance

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Now lighter and more compact than the previous ProLite 3 mattresses, weight is the only thing you'll find missing with the new Thermarest® ProLite sleeping pad. Ideal for anyone seeking comfort with a priority on minimal weight.

Features:

  • Bottom grips and textured top surface hold the mattress in place while you sleep
  • Die-cut foam eliminates excess weight and rolls up ultra-compact
  • Engineered for 3-season backpacking, mountaineering, bike camping, and boat touring
  • Innovative materials create a mattress that's 20% lighter than previous ProLite 3 mattresses
  • Self inflating construction
  • This sleeping pad has an insulation (R) value of 2.2

REI

With a new, streamlined shape and lighter materials than its predecessor, this ProLite sleeping pad is the lightest, most compact, long-length, self-inflating mattress in the Therm-a-Rest line.

  • This mattress is engineered for alpine climbing, adventure racing and long-distance backpacking when reducing weight and size are of paramount importance
  • A new shape, along with use of lighter fabric and foam, makes this pad incredibly light and packable without sacrificing comfort or durability
  • Bottom features an innovative, sticky-dot, non-slip surface


Sports Authority

Tailor-made for anyone seeking 3-season comfort with minimal weight, the ProLite(tm) self-inflating mattress from Therm-A-Rest(r) offers maximum compactness and, of course, quality.

Features:

  • Bottom grips and textured top surface hold mattress in place while you sleep
  • Die-cut foam eliminates excess weight and compactly rolls for storage
  • Dimensions: L 77" x W 25" x D 1"
  • Imported
  • Nylon construction
  • ProLite™ self-inflating mattress from Therm-A-Rest®
  • Volume: 1848 in³
  • Weight: 1 lb, 6 oz

This description was also provided by: FogDog Sports, Dick's Sporting Goods


Paragon Sports

The ProLite mattresses are tailor-made for anyone seeking three-season comfort with a priority on minimal weight, maximum compactness and, of course, quality. br>

Features:

  • Now lighter and more compact than our previous ProLite 3 mattresses, weight is the only thing you’ll find missing.
  • You still get the reliable performance and comfort you need, after the kind of high-mileage, high-speed journeys where the ProLite mattress shines brightest.
Average weight:22 ounces
Average weight - metric:0.62 kilogram
Design type:Self-inflating
Dimensions:77 x 25 x 1 inches
Dimensions - metric:196 x 64 x 3 centimeters
Gender:Unisex
Insulation:Open-cell foam
Packed size:4.5 x 13 inches
R-Value:2.2
Sleeping Pad Type:Self Inflating
Sleeping pad shape:Semirectangular
Storage Sack:No
Stuff Sack:No
Thickness:1 in.
Weight:1 lb. 6 oz.

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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

SizeColor
Pomegranate
Pomegranate
Large119.95
N/A119.95

Legend

  •     - REI
  •     - Paragon Sports

Notes:

ProLite Gear offers this product at $119.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) offers this product at $119.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

Dick's Sporting Goods offers this product at $119.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

FogDog Sports offers this product at $119.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Sports Authority offers this product at $119.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Therm-a-Rest ProLite Large Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

Lightweight & comfortable

Rating:****
This pad is great. It's lightweight and rolls up tight. Took it backpacking in RMNP in CO for a week and I'm excited to use it again. If you set up camp in the morning, just lay it out in the tent, open the air valve, and it will inflate on its own by the time you return to camp. If you want it a little firm, blow a little air in. Downside is our sleeping bags slid around on the pad a little bit. My girlfriend was a little upset that the only lady's color option was pink. She's more of a turquoise blue gal. But she got over it.
FlyRyGy at REI on 04/11/2009

Negative Reviews:

Better off Searching for Something Else

Rating:**
Go for a large NeoAir for another $50 to give you an extra 1 1/2" of support, more warmth, lighter weight, and smaller packed size. Just look into it before settling for Therm-a-Rest's older pad designs.
AvidHikerCamper at REI on 10/16/2009

Neutral Reviews:

Great pad if you aren't a side sleeper

Rating:***
I have only used this pad twice on backpacking trips, so my opinion may change after a few more uses. The pad rolls up small, is fairly lightweight and does keep you warm (I know since I was pretty cold one night without it). My only gripe is that I am an active sleeper and often sleep on my side. I am 6'2" weigh around 180lbs and when I roll onto my side, the pad becomes pretty uncomfortable with pressure points on my shoulder and hip. This resulted in me waking up every 15 minutes or so to readjust/switch sides. So, if you are a side sleeper, you may want to take the pad on a test drive first.
CougPuhrmann at REI on 08/24/2009