Big Agnes Q Core Slx Insulated Review

When it comes to superlight three season comfort this pad stands alone.

Big agnes q core slx insulated 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. See the sea to summit ether light xt insulated best self inflating sleeping pad. It s extremely light weight and fits perfectly into my big agnes bag. It doesn t put all of its eggs in one basket.

Insulated q core slx superior performance and packability for any adventure completely redesigned from the inside out and r value rated by a third party the q core slx is lighter tougher easier to inflate deflate packs smaller and sleeps warmer with primaloft silver insulation. The slx offers plenty of warmth and insulating value for above freezing 3 season backpacking and we appreciate their straightforwardness. They have upped their game by using a new double rip stop nylon and aviation grade tpu thermoplastic polyurethane that is super lightweight and mega durable. It s incredibly comfortable and keeps you high off of the ground.

This pad is insulated with primaloft silver and contains a mylar reflective layer but our testers felt it wasn t very warm and the manufacturer doesn t state an r value. Instead this pad performs decently in all areas. Big agnes claim to have improved the tear strength and durability of the slx by a huge 25 compared with the earlier q core sl. Providing 3 season comfort it s light tough toasty packable and easy to inflate deflate.

Up the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry with the big agnes q core slx sleeping pad. Other companies tend to exaggerate in this area but big agnes thankfully does not. Warm big agnes doesn t list r values but they rate the slx down to 32 f 0 c which we think is about right. Hands on review of the q core slx insulated the q core slx is an excellent balance of warmth weight comfort and durability.

The q core slx is lighter tougher easier to inflate deflate packs smaller sleeps warmer. The valves are easy to use and have a great feature which allows you to let air out slightly to adjust the firmness to your liking. Redesigned offset i beams create incredible multi directional support and stability. The q core slx ups the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry.

But for side sleepers looking to put as much space as possible between your body and the ground the ether can t be beat.