Big Agnes - Rapide SL Insulated Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes rapide sl, the wide long version is a great sleeping mat

Big Agnes is the best I’ve found. Pricey but well worth it.

I tried a half dozen different mummy bags before immediately returning them. I'm 6'3" 235lbs, pretty tight fit. Perfect solution for me was a Katabatic down quilt. Really good quality and versatile. Paired it with a Big Agnes Rapide pad. Most comfortable pad I've ever used.

Yes it's a matter of seeing what works for you. Personally - I am a side and stomach sleeper. Mummy type bags and narrow tiny pads suck. I used to use a Nemo bag with a sleeve to receive a Klymit V. This worked ok, but not great at all. I finally got fed up and too the extra weight. I now use a Big Agnes Rapide double wide and a Kelty Galactic down rectangular bag. Went on a trip last week and it was the best camping sleep I ever had.

Have you considered a camping cot? There are a lot of ultralight options now which are about the same price as a good sleeping pad for side sleepers. The only difference being is the weight, you’re looking at around 1.5kg for a cot bed which would be double the weight of a sleeping pad. For me, the extra weight is worth it for the comfort. For context I’ve tried Therm-a-Rest, Big Agnes and Nemo mats. If I’m going for comfort, the cot bed wins every time.

Big Agnes rapide SL wide and a queen fitted sheet. I know you said no air mats but you’ll never get a better night sleep camping, and IIRC they also do a double sized mat. Also IIRC lifetime guarantee.

I’m similar size, and I’ll echo others I. The Big Agnes Rapide SL, but get the wide lad and opt for the long pad as well. Is almost as comfortable as my bed at home, has cool side rails to keep you on the pad as well. Packs up reasonably light and small as well. I’ve used it down to about freezing temps and it doesn’t feel cold at all - it has a down top with a heat reflector apparently which helps reflect body heat when it’s cold…but also doesn’t make it hot to sleep on when it’s warm and muggy nights like we had this summer. I’m also a side/stomach smelter and it’s great for that too.

We have gone through five different sleeping pads over the years. I know you said you’re on a budget, but man a good sleeping pad is one of the most important pieces of kit you can buy. We bought these red inflatable air mattresses from Amazon for our kids and they’re fine, but my daughter isn’t a fan of the ridges they have on them. We have finally settled on Big Agnes Rapide mats. They are expensive, but when I say they are as comfortable as my bed at home that isn’t hyperbole.

I have no experience with the vectair but we did upgrade a couple years ago from self inflating MEC pads to a similar thickness air pad (Big Agnes Rapide SL) The comfort upgrade of the new pads ks night and day difference. My wife’s biggest complaint is how her hips bugged her on the old pads, it’s a non issue. Such a great upgrade, I’d say try the vectair.

Big Agnes Rapide SL. Don’t look at the price tag, just buy it. It is one of the most comfortable mattresses of any kind I’ve slept on, including real beds. Packs small, fairly light. Oh and did I mention insanely comfortable?

I’ve used the Rapide down to about upper-20s and stayed ~relatively~ comfortable, but that probably was more so due to having a good sleeping bag/quilt. As others have said, you could get a thin closed cell foam sleeping pad to put underneath it. R values are generally additive. If weight is a concern, I’ve heard some people say they put one of those reflective emergency blankets (extremely lightweight) under their sleeping pads. Though, it’s debated if this actually does anything. It might be better used sandwiched between a foam pad and the rapide, or on top of the rapide itself (if you don’t mind the obnoxious crinkliness)

I went with the Big Agnes Rapide SL. It’s a little heavier than other UL pads, but the added comfort was so worth it. Plus, their customer service is superb.

I have the BA Rapide. I believe the outer edges are slightly larger, so your arms don't sink. They are raised just a bit and are more comfy. I find it pretty comfortable.

Im a big fan of the Big Agnes Rapide.