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If weight and price matter most, you'll sleep well down the trail on the Thermarest Ridge Rest mattress. This closed foam pad features molded ridges to help trap heat beneath your sleeping bag. The thin width and lightweight profile make it an easy choice for minimalists, but keep in mind that this mattress doesn't have a non-slip bottom so it works best in compact one- and two-person tents.
The Therm-A-Rest(r) Ridge Rest regular sleeping pad is a superlight and durable, 3-season sleeping pad. It utilizes closed-cell foam to withstand years of abuse and has a molded pattern to help trap warm air under you sleeping bag.
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The classic lightweight closed-cell pad. Ideal for backpacking, mountaineering, and situations when every ounce counts.
The Therm-a-rest Ridgerest pad - classic lightweight closed-cell pad. Perfect for climbing and mountaineering as well as desert and all-season camping. Lightweight: Superlight for situations when every ounce counts. FEATURES: Warmth - Ridges increase softness; valleys trap warm air. Long-Lasting - Durable closed-cell foam can take years of abuse. Regular size - weight 14oz., dimensions 20x72x.625in.
Lightweight, durable, closed-cell foam provides no-frills insulation from the cold ground at a great price.
Thermarest Ridge Rest Regular is the classic lightweight closed-cell pad
Superlight for situations when every ounce counts
The ridges increase softness and the valleys trap the warm air and the durable closed-cell foam can take years of abuse
| Average weight: | 14 ounces |
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| Average weight - metric: | 0.40 kilograms |
| Design type: | Foam |
| Dimensions: | 72 x 20 x 0.625 inches |
| Dimensions - metric: | 183 x 51 x 2 centimeters |
| Gender: | Unisex |
| Insulation: | Foam |
| Packed size: | 8 x 20 inches |
| R-Value: | 2.6 |
| Rolled Size: | 20 x 8 in. |
| Sleeping Pad Type: | Closed-Cell Foam |
| Sleeping pad shape: | Rectangular |
| Storage Sack: | No |
| Stuff Sack: | No |
| Thickness: | .625 in. |
| Weight: | 14 oz. |
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 | Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Pad | $19.90 - $34.95 |
 | Therm-a-Rest Ridge Rest Small | $19.95 |
 | Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Deluxe | $29.95 - $34.95 |
 | Therm-a-Rest Therm - A - Rest Ridgerest - Regular | $24.95 |
These are products that have been indicated being comparable to this product:
| Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Pad Hiking & Camping > Sleeping Bags & Pads | $19.90 - $34.95 |
| Therm-a-Rest Ridgerest-short Hiking & Camping > Sleeping Bags & Pads | $17.95 - $19.95 |
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.
| Color | Size | |
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| 20x72 | N/A | |
| Green | 24.95 | |
| Sage | 24.95 | |
Altrec offers this product at $22.95, but does not provide any color/size information.
Sports Authority offers this product at $22.99, but does not provide any color/size information.
Dick's Sporting Goods offers this product at $22.99, but does not provide any color/size information.
FogDog Sports offers this product at $22.99, but does not provide any color/size information.
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) offers this product at $24.95, but does not provide any color/size information.
TahoeMountainSports.com offers this product at $24.95, but does not provide any color/size information.
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AMAZING | |
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| I have slept on these for years, last summer in Alaska for a month in the outdoors, it was perfect for backpacking and sea kayaking. Because it is a closed cell foam it is completely waterproof meaning I could strap it to the outside of my pack (or kayak) and get it constantly wet then all it needs is a quick shake to be dry. Obviously, sleeping on cold hard ground is not exactly comfortable, but I believe because of its durability (these things are INDESTRUCTIBLE) and convenience it is better than anything inflatable, I actually bought a full length self inflating thermarest but have only used it on one (my first) backpacking trip, I found that the tiny bit of extra hassle (unrolling and making it inflate at night, making sure it's dry, worrying about rips and tears, packing it up in the morning etc etc) was to much stress because all I wanted to do at night was crash, meaning that whatever slight (and i really do mean slight, I can't remember feeling any difference) comfort and warmth that was lost was made up a hundred times over by the simple easiness of it. Another thing I loved about this was that as I said it can be strapped to the external part of a pack so when taking lunch breaks it was so easy to get out and sit on, and because it is so tough it withstood all my abusing it on gravel. Buy this if you like simple easy to use things, are paranoid of breakages (like I am) or wetness inhibiting the effectiveness of an item, or if you like one thing that can be used for everything (the kind of people that eat their entire back country meal with a bowl and spoon). I could not give a higher recommendation, literally, this pad may have saved my life during a storm in Denali national park, because during a storm in a 6 day backpack EVERYTHING was damp, the inside of the tent particularly and this pad kept the holy sleeping bag dry and therefore me warm. ps have used as a sunbed and it is very good on sand... easy to brush/shake off, even the irritating stick-to-everything kind. oh and it's really easy to clean, a wet cloth wipe and you're golden. | |
| TrailTiger at REI on 10/30/2008 | |
Best possible entry-level pad | |
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| As a first-timer, I went with the cheapest possible slice-o-foam pad, and my aching hips and shoulders paid for it! The Ridge Rest, my immediate purchase when I got home, was a bit more expensive than the lowest priced option but was definitely worth the extra [$]. Thermarest got it right with the ridged design, which gives the pad a much cushier feel than a flat pad of similar thickness, and the insulation value is great. While bulky, this model rolls or folds down, and can take a bit of rough handling (i.e. being strapped to the outside of the pack) without risk of a puncture. For an entry level model, this is really the best possible balance of durability, comfort, and price. | |
| jennym at REI on 09/24/2007 | |
Simple and reliable | |
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| It is what it is, which is a thin, light foam pad that'll keep you warm and give a little cushioning. I can't help but chuckle a little at other reviews that complain about comfort compared to a self-inflating pad. If you're looking for ultra comfort, lug out an air mattress (just don't forget the patch kit). If you're looking for lightweight, idiot proof (and cheap) insulation from the ground, this is your pad. It does roll up bulky, but the close cell foam doesn't absorb water so I keep it on the outside anyway (with tent poles rolled up in the middle). | |
| Mike Bike and Hike at REI on 04/29/2009 | |
Solid Design for any hiking style | |
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| At low cost and respectable weight, this is a great pad for beginners or veteran hikers alike. The comfort is hard to beat, and if one is careful with gear selection, an ultralight load can still be reached with this pad...only then it's ultralight in comfort. The only downside is that it's a poor virtual frame for frameless backpacks, instead having to be put outside the pack on my GoLite Jam. Luckily, the compression straps on the Jam go a pretty good job of making the virtual frame, so the Ridge Rest should be with me for a while! | |
| Tomcat at REI on 09/23/2007 | |
Yep yep yep. | |
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| The other reviews do a good job of capturing many of the pros/cons. For me specifically I've found that although it's pretty large when rolled up, it does a great job of keeping me warmer when things get below freezing. Also - I can't say enough how nice it is to stick this under my expensive self-inflating pad knowing that I don't have to worry about that little stick poking through. I spend a fair amount of nights sleeping under the stars, so it's nice to have that peace of mind. | |
| Zachman at REI on 12/16/2007 | |
Indespensible item... MUST HAVE! | |
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| I have had my ThermaRest pad for some time now. I have used it on many trips with no complaint. This is a much better option than inflatable types of sleeping pads... there is no chance of puncture on questionable ground, and it is far cheaper! I throw mine in the bottom of my hammock and sleep like a baby. Provides warmth and comfort on most any terrain, and can be used as a camp seat too. I love my ThermaRest. | |
| Tyrus at REI on 09/12/2007 | |
light pad with multiple uses | |
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| This pad is very light and insulates well but is bulky when rolled up. You can use this to your advantage when packing to add stiffness to your pack, especially if it is a frameless pack. I have also used this as a wind screen for my stove, but I had to be careful and hold it away from the flame the whole time. | |
| chpmmttn at REI on 10/15/2007 | |
great pad | |
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| I used inflatables for years and although they are very good insulators in the winter, they are also slippery at times and difficult to stay on top of. The ridge rest does not have this problem. I bought this when I first went light weight and will never regret it. It is very comfortable AND light. | |
| Jim Adams at Altrec on 07/13/2006 | |
Best Pad Ever | |
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| This is the best pad I have ever used. I'm a wilderness school instructor and have used Inflating pads but this has it beat. Its lighter than the z-rest, easy to store and has a decent R value rating. After a few nights sleeping on it you wonder why you didn't get this pad sooner. | |
| The Sleeping Coyote at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 10/15/2006 | |
Beats the ground | |
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| I purchased this pad for short backpacking and camping trips. It isn't expensive and for what you pay, I think it's a good item. I sleep soundly on it. It's a little bulky when rolled up, but it still fits in the straps on my pack. | |
| French Creek Hiker at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 05/29/2008 | |
not for me | |
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| Like most reviewers said, it rolls very bulky and doesn't come with a belt clip to keep it rolled when not in use, had to make shift something, which adds to the extra weight. Another sore point (excuse the pun) is that when its un-rolled, the head/feet part still wants to curl, which is annoying because it shorts changes you 6 inches from the top and bottom, and I get frustrated trying to flatten it. The ridges did well to keep me off the ground and help with temp, but they felt like I was sleeping on a ribbed washboard. may be with prolonged use it would wear out, but not after 2 trips and 6 nights. I ended up buying Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite - Short because it folds like an accordeon and that uses smoother egg crate design instead of washboard. no issues with curling ecause the Z is flat, no curls. | |
| Rodney Jones at REI on 08/13/2008 | |
durable, cheap, and uncomfortable | |
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| I work in the outdoor rental center for my university and we have about 13 of these that we rent out. They get rented out probably a few times a month and get taken on our week long trips that we run. These pads were purchased in 2001 and are just starting to show some wear on them. I've only slept on one one night on a sandy beach in nice weather and to me it felt like I was just sleeping on really bumpy ground, I should've just gone without it. | |
| Grant Determan at Altrec on 12/02/2006 | |
Great Company Poor Product | |
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| Great service from Altrec.com. Went to my mail and found the package much faster than I expected, especially this time of year. The Therm-A-Rest: Ridge Rest - Regular Sleeping Pad is lightweight and compacks well, but if you plan to use it in temps 40 and below forget it. It does not provide warmth from the ground, and it does not give good padding. Save your money. Gave mine to the dog, he hasn't complained yet! | |
| Anonymous at Altrec on 12/24/2004 | |
Not so Great | |
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| This was ok - I did not feel any real benefit from sleeping on it though. I certainly did not feel that it was comfortable at all. Plan to purchase a different product for my next trip. | |
| Nicky at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 09/14/2008 | |
too large to carry around | |
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| unable to pack this product in a concise manner. Too large and bulky. Not worth the effort.Better off roughing it. | |
| bean at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 05/12/2007 | |
bulky but okay | |
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| Used this on a back country backpacking trip in Yosemite. My main complaint is its bulk. It's very light, and fine to sleep on, but impossible to pack tighter than an ~8" diameter roll. The weather was unseasonably warm during the trip, so I can't speak to its insulation properties, but it did seem to keep most of the lumps and bumps from intruding upon my bones. | |
| Jane at Altrec on 10/04/2009 | |
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