For anyone on the fence, get the long/wide if you are over ~5’10. I am 5’11 and the long is clutch. I hate when my feet feel like they are dangling or close to the edge. The wide makes life easier for anyone who tosses - which I assume is 95% of backpackers.
Love my Tensor. Ditched my Thermarest for it. More comfortable for me as a side sleeper and much easier and quicker to pack up in the morning. I'm certainly not subjected to the extreme temperatures where I am, maybe freezing once or twice over winter would be it.
The Alpine is awesome! I am in Alaska and I will never use another main pad again. I used this winter and still am this wet cold spring. Mix it with my Staika tent and, while heavy, I am in pure luxury between the two!
I just bought a Tensor from REI during their memorial day sale for $135. I got the long/wide and it was still lighter weight than my old pad (insulated Klymit Static V).
@@robertclark8044 Well I haven't used it on a trip yet, but from testing it out at home it seems like it will be much more comfortable. Seems to be a quality product. Either pad will get you through the night, but I think the Nemo is worth the increased cost.
Got sick of the noise on my Xtherm. Bought the insulated and could not be happier. I sleep a lot on my stomach and it's great. On my side my hip doesn't even come close to digging in and hitting the ground.
I have one from 3 years ago. It is insulated and rated at 15 degrees. I have froze in 30 degree temps. Above 40 degrees it is very comfortable. I would say that the insulated klymit static v is as comfortable and much cheaper.
This is the same for Nemo sleeping bags. I had a 15f rated bag and froze when the temps dropped below the high 30's. My FF Flicker bag is 20f and is too hot to use as a bag in the high 30's!
I have a reg wide tensor and it's been great the few times I've used it so far. As long as I don't over inflate it all is well. Just got back from a trip where I had to camp on river rock, cleared out the big ones, made it lvl and it was good to go.
I just recently got one of these - the Alpine version in 72x20" mummy shape. I tried out my Exped Mini pump, and it fits loosely, so it's really easy to attach and detach, but still works fine. This pump is super easy to use, and also a hair lighter than the Vortex pump sack that comes with these pads.
I have one and I absolutely love it, the comfort is unparalleled. I just always have issues in deflating it though, it's so frustrating as there seem to always be some air I can't let out. It takes me like 15 mins to deflate it and put in in its sack
I just tried out my Nemo Tensor insulated pad. Comfortable yes, but I got it because it was a “quieter” pad . Everybody does these reviews sitting on the grass or inside the house on the carpet. The pad is not noisy on carpet or grass, but put it on your tent floor and holy crap is it loud! It squeaks against the tent floor with any little movement!
Hah, I was worried about this same thing. My BA pad is so loud on my BA tent!!! Was trying to decide between the Alpine Tensor or the X-lite but don’t want the squeak. I swear I wake up my buddies in their tents even with each movement.
I have been looking through all the replies to find this out. Thank you for talking about how much noise it makes! I have the Big Agnes AXL pad currently and often wake myself up at night from the noise. Was hoping this one would be quieter but you just answered that question.
Love my tensor pad! Don’t like the pump sack though. They should make it a wide mouth so you could use it as a stuff sack. Like my Big Agnes pump sack better but the inlets are different size.
Sealine and thermarest did a joint venture and made a dry bag/pump sack. Works great and serves two purposes, love it!. Only works on new model thermarest pads
I've had 2 Nemo Tensors. The first one leaked from the valve so I had to re-inflate it about every 2 hours when I woke up on the ground cold as hell (days 1 thru 9). I convinced Nemo to send me a replacement which I picked up at a hostel and sent the other back. The new one started leaking on the 2nd day I had it. Fortunately it was in a location on the pad that I could repair. The pad always had protection underneath. My opinion is that the 20D nylon is just too thin. I got rid of the pad and went back to my therm-a-rest at the next opportunity. I was hiking the AT at the time.
Mine failed on me as well, but in different locations. The pad works well, until it doesn't and you're sleeping on the ground. You can tell the material used on this pad won't hold up, and it doesn't!
Nemo makes a great pad. Though I just sprung a leak from a seam, I still think they are currently the best on the market. I hoping to pick the alpine version up before it gets cold again. Thanks for the great content.
Based on Devin's (and Dan Becker's) recommendation of the Nemo Tensor line, I picked up a Nemo Tensor Field about a year ago, and really like it. It's made out of tougher (& slightly heavier) material. But I am OK with that, because I'm usually tough on my gear. It is an older model so I got an awesome deal from REI...like $100, maybe a little less. It is a solid product line. I've had mine down to 18°F and 19°F (two different nights) and it performed well.
Great review on these pads! I have also used a variety of pads over the last couple of years (mostly up in the Uintas) and Nemo has been the best and most comfortable for me as well. The price on the Alpine especially is a bit steep, but I waited for a sale and got the mummy version for about $175.
Good vid, I was choosing between Xtherm and the Alpine...as a cold sleeper and had the eather lite xt and below Zero celsius I was cold...bought the xtherm due to higher R value, but the Nemo Alpine seems more comfortable, just like the Eather lite xt. But now I am warm anyway , and Xtherm is also a comfortable pad so happy days !
I was between the neo x therm vs the alpine nemo. Went with the nemo due to 30% off but was still really close in price. It was also bigger and I am a side sleeper so figured that wider pad should help me from rolling off. I'll probably end up with the neo air as well eventually
Great review. Yeah picked up the Tensor Insulated for my wife and I last year and have to say it’s the best pad I’ve had. Use them mostly here in Idaho - so they solve the cold summer nights in the Sawtooths 👍🏼
Just bought the Tensor Insulated (long/wide) and it's amazing. I don't know how it's so comfortable, but it sure beats the single and double Big Agnes pads we have. I love Big Agnes gear, but Nemo knocked it out of the park with these pads. Best pad I've ever owned. I'm a side sleeper and there is no discomfort with this thing. I hope they make a double version of this soon, as I usually sleep with another person on the trail.
The alpine version looks nice; the full-length tensor mummy treats me right since 2017 even though I've had to get it repaired a few times over the years. The flat valve and pump sack were a nice upgrade for sure.
Nice review! I have the large women-specific Sea-to-Summit Comfort Light insulated air pad (the teal one), and I love it! It is sooo comfy, it's lightweight, VERY easy to inflate and deflate. It has a similar valve than the NEMO. My first pad was a Thermarest, and I immediately regretted buying it because of the f**king valve... And the noise it makes when rolling around at night... Gosh, I hate this pad 🤬.
Would love to go with the Insulated Tensor over the Neo Air X-Lite for the comfort factor. My only concern is durability. I'm taking it on the Maine section of the AT and really don't want to encounter deflation (holes) as many reviewers have reported. Should this be a concern based on your experience with the Tensor?
Loved the review! Looking at getting the Nemo or a sea to summit comfort plus. If you have had any experience on that. What would you recommend? Thanks bro!
I own the insulated in regular wide. Love it! But... I was cold on it when I camped on snow. I think there is too much surface area in contact with the cold ground/snow. Also the top surface is exposed, not covered in insulation (meaning my 30 degree quilt), and I suspect it is getting cooled that way too. I used the same quilt with a closed cell pad and mummy NeoAir Xlite on a different snow camp and slept much better.
Thanks for this vid. Can you tell me the tarp/tent you showed with the wood burner, as well as what that wood burner is? Maybe you have a vid for that? Cheers.
I didn't watch the entire 11 minutes so I don't know his answer. I'm 57 and I have a closet with probably 8 to 10 pads. This Nemo pad is by far my favorite. It weighs more than my dyneema tent, dyneema backpack and sleeping bag, but well worth the 21 ounces.
I saw some comment saying that pads keep the air above the silver layer (warmer) at the warmer temp and keep the cooler temp below from sapping that warmer air. So a high r value won't cook you in the summer...
I like mine! I was debating switching to the Uberlite to cut weight, but that'll probably be one of the last things I upgrade, if I even decide to. When I bought it I was trying to decide between the Xlite and the Tensor, and went with the Tensor for the comfort and the lack of crinkling sound from the Xlite.
In my experience this mat easily gets wet. Just a drop of water or condencate from the ground - and the mat is wet. I consider this as potencial loss of temperature protection. And it is not good for the mat in general
I have a Nemo Tensor. I had it for two years now it has pinhole leaks at the bottom at the seams. I patched 6 holes. I went on another backpacking trip and got two more small pin size holes. Has anybody ever had this issue with their Nemo mattress?
I saw a comment somewhere saying that the higher r value pads won't cook you in the summer. That they just keep the different ari temps of the top and bottom from equalising
Thank you for the review. But what is your assessment regarding the all-important crinkly noise factor? Less like sleeping on a bag of potato chips than the Therm-A-Rest Neoair Xtherm?
Should you just fill the pad with what air the Bag can force into it, or can you also manually and safely blow in an extra 2 to 3 breaths of air to firm up the mattres a bit more? Anybody out there add extra air this way with good results or have you developed any slow leaks in the pad?
For how heavy these pads are, why wouldn't you go for the Therm-a-rest Prolite Apex? For about the same weight, they are way more comfortable, more durable, and cost less (
Definately not 4 season. I just returned from an overnighter on the snow. I brought along the Tensor instead of my 4 season Thermorest. The second I crawled into my Western Mountionering Alpenlite sleeping bag and laid down I could feel the cold ground. My butt and shoulders were cold in 5 minutes. The R value seems to be around 3.5. Definately not a winter pad......bummer. Still great for 3 seasons.
@Backcountry Exposure When you are inflating these pads, are you putting as much air into them as you can? And then do you let out air until it feels comfortable or just keeping it fully inflated? I’m curious what you recommend. Thanks!
Mine failed. Came apart at the seams after about 300 miles. Weekend warriors, maybe the pad is good (it's comfortable, but not warm). Long distance hikers, no bueno. The written reviews speak for them selves.
How did you get your daughter to stay put inside her sleeping bag? I keep having to get out of my to put my son back in. I eventually got a double pad and zip-up two adult sleeping bags.
I wouldn't worry about comparing to the Xtherm. The Xped Downmat Winter HL has an R of about 7 for less money (less here in Europe anyway) I have a Nemo pad, they are excellent. Big fan of them. Use a Cosmo 3D Insulated for wild camping out a Sea Kayak. I'm looking for something warm with crucially a smaller pack size and lighter for Winter Backpacking so I might go for the Alpine Tensor. Great video thanks.
It would be nice if the vortex pump sack could double as an inflatable pillow. Devin, are there any hacks that you know of? I tried a screw on cap from a cardboard chicken broth box and it’s pretty close to being air tight. Water bottle caps are to big. The open end is easy enough to seal.
I see you have the luxe rocket, do you have a review on it. I bought one but haven’t been able to use it because of a severe ankle injury. I was wondering if you thoughts on it. I purchased it because I am 6’6” and it looked like it would be a good 3 season hunting tent for an above average height person.
Would you recommend this over the neo air xlite? I like the xlite but it's just so narrow with the mummy shape the rectangle just looks so much roomier
How are they with sliding around? I miss having a compact sleeping pad but the one I use now has grip on the bottom And holds up to my weight. The down side is it is a little large even when rolled up.
Hasn’t been an issue too much for me. Often it’s more about the tent fabric than the pad fabric. But a couple dots of seam seal on the tent floor or pad will keep it from sliding.
To the best of my knowledge, all of the new designed pads with the lay flat valve in the corner come with a pump sack in the package. I have three tensor pads and all three came with a pump sack. Don't believe that was the case on the old pad design with the stem valve.
Would you know if insulated version will work in Scottish, English summer, at temperatures about 25C if lucky. Probably 20C in night max? I am looking for one matt rather two (winter and summer version). I will camp summer and autumn and English winters as well when it can be about 0C in night. I used standart Helinox cot one, when kayaking, in night it was forming ice on my tent, was sleeping fine as I can put some clothing under the cot to isolate ground. Thank you
I had the same problem/thought the same thing... Try keeping your face about 12” away from pump sack opening when filling, it drafts even more air in and it only takes a couple of breathes.
“literally, probably, one of the best” well, i’m sold.
I was going to make the same post. Well done.
🤣Saw your post when he said it..
I'd like to buy a modifier
For anyone on the fence, get the long/wide if you are over ~5’10. I am 5’11 and the long is clutch. I hate when my feet feel like they are dangling or close to the edge. The wide makes life easier for anyone who tosses - which I assume is 95% of backpackers.
Love my Tensor. Ditched my Thermarest for it. More comfortable for me as a side sleeper and much easier and quicker to pack up in the morning. I'm certainly not subjected to the extreme temperatures where I am, maybe freezing once or twice over winter would be it.
Does in depth UL gear review. "Can't remember the weight"...
The Alpine is awesome! I am in Alaska and I will never use another main pad again. I used this winter and still am this wet cold spring. Mix it with my Staika tent and, while heavy, I am in pure luxury between the two!
I just bought a Tensor from REI during their memorial day sale for $135. I got the long/wide and it was still lighter weight than my old pad (insulated Klymit Static V).
Do you like it much more than the Klymit?
@@robertclark8044 Well I haven't used it on a trip yet, but from testing it out at home it seems like it will be much more comfortable. Seems to be a quality product. Either pad will get you through the night, but I think the Nemo is worth the increased cost.
I love my pad. I just wish the pump sack could double as a stuff sack to also store gear or clothes
Got sick of the noise on my Xtherm. Bought the insulated and could not be happier.
I sleep a lot on my stomach and it's great. On my side my hip doesn't even come close to digging in and hitting the ground.
I thought the xtherm noise would bother me. It doesn't at all.
I have one from 3 years ago. It is insulated and rated at 15 degrees. I have froze in 30 degree temps. Above 40 degrees it is very comfortable. I would say that the insulated klymit static v is as comfortable and much cheaper.
This is the same for Nemo sleeping bags. I had a 15f rated bag and froze when the temps dropped below the high 30's. My FF Flicker bag is 20f and is too hot to use as a bag in the high 30's!
When you git old any kind of comfort is worth the money I got a nomad in my pickup sure beats sleeping in front seat
I have tried many pads and the Tensor is the only one that I use now. Most comfortable pad for me by far.
It supports this dad bod like a champ! Thanks!
I have a reg wide tensor and it's been great the few times I've used it so far. As long as I don't over inflate it all is well. Just got back from a trip where I had to camp on river rock, cleared out the big ones, made it lvl and it was good to go.
I just recently got one of these - the Alpine version in 72x20" mummy shape. I tried out my Exped Mini pump, and it fits loosely, so it's really easy to attach and detach, but still works fine. This pump is super easy to use, and also a hair lighter than the Vortex pump sack that comes with these pads.
I have one and I absolutely love it, the comfort is unparalleled. I just always have issues in deflating it though, it's so frustrating as there seem to always be some air I can't let out. It takes me like 15 mins to deflate it and put in in its sack
I just tried out my Nemo Tensor insulated pad. Comfortable yes, but I got it because it was a “quieter” pad . Everybody does these reviews sitting on the grass or inside the house on the carpet. The pad is not noisy on carpet or grass, but put it on your tent floor and holy crap is it loud! It squeaks against the tent floor with any little movement!
Yeah depending on the floor fabric it can be quite squeaky! Ha ha
Hah, I was worried about this same thing. My BA pad is so loud on my BA tent!!! Was trying to decide between the Alpine Tensor or the X-lite but don’t want the squeak. I swear I wake up my buddies in their tents even with each movement.
I have been looking through all the replies to find this out. Thank you for talking about how much noise it makes! I have the Big Agnes AXL pad currently and often wake myself up at night from the noise. Was hoping this one would be quieter but you just answered that question.
In Rei reviews, there are many complaints about leaking? Is leaking an issue? I do want this pad but worries
Love my tensor pad! Don’t like the pump sack though. They should make it a wide mouth so you could use it as a stuff sack. Like my Big Agnes pump sack better but the inlets are different size.
Can't you just cut the restricted end off?
Thanks for your review mate! Will check out the Nemo Tensor by myself soon :-)
Love that sleeping pad, I have one and it’s never let me down
Lots of people really love it.
Sealine and thermarest did a joint venture and made a dry bag/pump sack. Works great and serves two purposes, love it!. Only works on new model thermarest pads
I've had 2 Nemo Tensors. The first one leaked from the valve so I had to re-inflate it about every 2 hours when I woke up on the ground cold as hell (days 1 thru 9). I convinced Nemo to send me a replacement which I picked up at a hostel and sent the other back. The new one started leaking on the 2nd day I had it. Fortunately it was in a location on the pad that I could repair. The pad always had protection underneath. My opinion is that the 20D nylon is just too thin. I got rid of the pad and went back to my therm-a-rest at the next opportunity. I was hiking the AT at the time.
Mine failed on me as well, but in different locations. The pad works well, until it doesn't and you're sleeping on the ground. You can tell the material used on this pad won't hold up, and it doesn't!
Nemo makes a great pad. Though I just sprung a leak from a seam, I still think they are currently the best on the market. I hoping to pick the alpine version up before it gets cold again. Thanks for the great content.
Who makes the toughest AND still comfortable pad?
Based on Devin's (and Dan Becker's) recommendation of the Nemo Tensor line, I picked up a Nemo Tensor Field about a year ago, and really like it. It's made out of tougher (& slightly heavier) material. But I am OK with that, because I'm usually tough on my gear. It is an older model so I got an awesome deal from REI...like $100, maybe a little less. It is a solid product line. I've had mine down to 18°F and 19°F (two different nights) and it performed well.
that small pad could be perfect for a dog to sleep on
Great review on these pads! I have also used a variety of pads over the last couple of years (mostly up in the Uintas) and Nemo has been the best and most comfortable for me as well. The price on the Alpine especially is a bit steep, but I waited for a sale and got the mummy version for about $175.
Good vid, I was choosing between Xtherm and the Alpine...as a cold sleeper and had the eather lite xt and below Zero celsius I was cold...bought the xtherm due to higher R value, but the Nemo Alpine seems more comfortable, just like the Eather lite xt. But now I am warm anyway , and Xtherm is also a comfortable pad so happy days !
I was between the neo x therm vs the alpine nemo. Went with the nemo due to 30% off but was still really close in price. It was also bigger and I am a side sleeper so figured that wider pad should help me from rolling off. I'll probably end up with the neo air as well eventually
Hell yes! My Nemo Tensor Insulated is worth every penny I paid for it.
Great review. Yeah picked up the Tensor Insulated for my wife and I last year and have to say it’s the best pad I’ve had. Use them mostly here in Idaho - so they solve the cold summer nights in the Sawtooths 👍🏼
I’m a cold sleeper but took this down to -15f this winter with a closed cell pad underneath and I was shocked how warm it was
Just bought the Tensor Insulated (long/wide) and it's amazing. I don't know how it's so comfortable, but it sure beats the single and double Big Agnes pads we have. I love Big Agnes gear, but Nemo knocked it out of the park with these pads. Best pad I've ever owned. I'm a side sleeper and there is no discomfort with this thing. I hope they make a double version of this soon, as I usually sleep with another person on the trail.
Rad! It really is a sweet pad!
The alpine version looks nice; the full-length tensor mummy treats me right since 2017 even though I've had to get it repaired a few times over the years. The flat valve and pump sack were a nice upgrade for sure.
Nice review! I have the large women-specific Sea-to-Summit Comfort Light insulated air pad (the teal one), and I love it! It is sooo comfy, it's lightweight, VERY easy to inflate and deflate. It has a similar valve than the NEMO. My first pad was a Thermarest, and I immediately regretted buying it because of the f**king valve... And the noise it makes when rolling around at night... Gosh, I hate this pad 🤬.
I appreciate the in depth reviews, you really do your homework thanks!
I have the long wide and it is great so far. Seems easy to puncture, but no issues yet.
I have the regular wide. I love how quiet it is.
I may need to try out a tensor next.
Wondering whether the alpine is uncomfortable in hot weather? Anyone use a fitted sheet on a sleeping pad?
Would love to go with the Insulated Tensor over the Neo Air X-Lite for the comfort factor. My only concern is durability. I'm taking it on the Maine section of the AT and really don't want to encounter deflation (holes) as many reviewers have reported. Should this be a concern based on your experience with the Tensor?
Did you get one? How was the durability?
Great T-Shirt 🤙🏼 ! Great video thanks!
I love my Tensor, it has changed the way i sleep. Nemo is the way to go if you are looking for a sleeping pad.
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Love my tensor alpine. Sure wish they would integrate a pillow connection system like MontBell used to do.
Yo Skyler! That would be a nice add.
Backcountry Exposure I just have to adapt it myself haha
Sea to Summit have the pillow connection system, similar baffle style too.
A few self-adhesive velcro pads will do the job, I have the sea to summit system which is a variation of that
I picked this as my next pad and looking forward using it
Those do look comfortable that's for sure.
Loved the review! Looking at getting the Nemo or a sea to summit comfort plus. If you have had any experience on that. What would you recommend? Thanks bro!
I never see anyone talking about the astro lite? I also love the pump bag or whatever its called!!! It is worth the little bit of weight in my book.
I Have the regular wide and it’s worth every penny! Great review!
Rad!
I just ordered the insulated version, the alpine one or whatever it is. Going to also get another klymit one to use as a backup and let others use.
I own the insulated in regular wide. Love it! But... I was cold on it when I camped on snow. I think there is too much surface area in contact with the cold ground/snow. Also the top surface is exposed, not covered in insulation (meaning my 30 degree quilt), and I suspect it is getting cooled that way too. I used the same quilt with a closed cell pad and mummy NeoAir Xlite on a different snow camp and slept much better.
The Xlte has a much higher R value.
Thanks for this vid. Can you tell me the tarp/tent you showed with the wood burner, as well as what that wood burner is? Maybe you have a vid for that? Cheers.
I didn't watch the entire 11 minutes so I don't know his answer. I'm 57 and I have a closet with probably 8 to 10 pads.
This Nemo pad is by far my favorite. It weighs more than my dyneema tent, dyneema backpack and sleeping bag, but well worth the 21 ounces.
Love my nemo tensor insulated wide pad. 🤙🏼🌲✌🏼
Great sleeping pad but make sure you get the right size
Could you use the Nemo Alpine in summer conditions? Or would the reflective material cook you during summer / hot months?
Good question, anybody?
I saw some comment saying that pads keep the air above the silver layer (warmer) at the warmer temp and keep the cooler temp below from sapping that warmer air. So a high r value won't cook you in the summer...
Yes!!! I love mine!
I like mine! I was debating switching to the Uberlite to cut weight, but that'll probably be one of the last things I upgrade, if I even decide to. When I bought it I was trying to decide between the Xlite and the Tensor, and went with the Tensor for the comfort and the lack of crinkling sound from the Xlite.
Used my REI dividend this year to get the long/wide insulated pad. It’s so good!
Long live RioCan 😂👌
In my experience this mat easily gets wet. Just a drop of water or condencate from the ground - and the mat is wet. I consider this as potencial loss of temperature protection. And it is not good for the mat in general
I have a Nemo Tensor. I had it for two years now it has pinhole leaks at the bottom at the seams. I patched 6 holes. I went on another backpacking trip and got two more small pin size holes. Has anybody ever had this issue with their Nemo mattress?
Hey nice lifestyle overland shirt!!
Wished you would also show how small they pack down to...
Great review Devin
Thanks!
Nice Luxe Rocket tent I recently got one too
Have you used the alpine version in the summer months? Curious if it reflects too much heat and would get too warm? thanks!
I saw a comment somewhere saying that the higher r value pads won't cook you in the summer. That they just keep the different ari temps of the top and bottom from equalising
Had mine since april. Just started leaking. Cant find the leak but it was within the year so i gave back to rei for a brand new one.
Thank you for the review. But what is your assessment regarding the all-important crinkly noise factor? Less like sleeping on a bag of potato chips than the Therm-A-Rest Neoair Xtherm?
"Don't know what that is, in Celsius... it's something!!"😁✊🔥 lmao. I just bought the Nemo tensor and maybe I'll get the Alpine too take care!!(=✌💚
Is that a different alpine, cant see that the one i am going to Buy has that baffel system Where it goes up and down
Should you just fill the pad with what air the Bag can force into it, or can you also manually and safely blow in an extra 2 to 3 breaths of air to firm up the mattres a bit more? Anybody out there add extra air this way with good results or have you developed any slow leaks in the pad?
For how heavy these pads are, why wouldn't you go for the Therm-a-rest Prolite Apex? For about the same weight, they are way more comfortable, more durable, and cost less (
Definately not 4 season. I just returned from an overnighter on the snow. I brought along the Tensor instead of my 4 season Thermorest.
The second I crawled into my Western Mountionering Alpenlite sleeping bag and laid down I could feel the cold ground. My butt and shoulders were cold in 5 minutes. The R value seems to be around 3.5. Definately not a winter pad......bummer. Still great for 3 seasons.
Yeah 3.5 R value has never been suggested as a winter pad.
Which pad? Alpine?
alpine tensor is 4.8. Regular tensor is 3.5
@Backcountry Exposure When you are inflating these pads, are you putting as much air into them as you can? And then do you let out air until it feels comfortable or just keeping it fully inflated? I’m curious what you recommend. Thanks!
Have you had issues with it failing on you? That seems to be a common theme with these. Possibly a manufacturing issue?
No issues with any of the three Tensor pads I have.
Mine failed. Came apart at the seams after about 300 miles. Weekend warriors, maybe the pad is good (it's comfortable, but not warm). Long distance hikers, no bueno. The written reviews speak for them selves.
What shelter is that in the background?
How did you get your daughter to stay put inside her sleeping bag? I keep having to get out of my to put my son back in. I eventually got a double pad and zip-up two adult sleeping bags.
Also what shelter is that in the background???
It's the new Rocket from Luxe Hiking Gear.
If you were to buy one, would you buy the Alpine Tensor?
I wouldn't worry about comparing to the Xtherm. The Xped Downmat Winter HL has an R of about 7 for less money (less here in Europe anyway)
I have a Nemo pad, they are excellent. Big fan of them. Use a Cosmo 3D Insulated for wild camping out a Sea Kayak. I'm looking for something warm with crucially a smaller pack size and lighter for Winter Backpacking so I might go for the Alpine Tensor.
Great video thanks.
It would be nice if the vortex pump sack could double as an inflatable pillow.
Devin, are there any hacks that you know of?
I tried a screw on cap from a cardboard chicken broth box and it’s pretty close to being air tight.
Water bottle caps are to big.
The open end is easy enough to seal.
I keep the pumpsack connected to the pad when I sleep on it. It has never leaked air.
I see you have the luxe rocket, do you have a review on it. I bought one but haven’t been able to use it because of a severe ankle injury. I was wondering if you thoughts on it. I purchased it because I am 6’6” and it looked like it would be a good 3 season hunting tent for an above average height person.
I´m 5.9″ and 180 lbs. Would you reccomend the regular or the long wide? (my store doesn't have the regular wide). Thanks!
Would you recommend this over the neo air xlite? I like the xlite but it's just so narrow with the mummy shape the rectangle just looks so much roomier
How are they with sliding around? I miss having a compact sleeping pad but the one I use now has grip on the bottom And holds up to my weight. The down side is it is a little large even when rolled up.
Hasn’t been an issue too much for me. Often it’s more about the tent fabric than the pad fabric. But a couple dots of seam seal on the tent floor or pad will keep it from sliding.
What shelter is that?
Nemo Alpine insulated. vs. Sea to Summit comfort plus XT? any opinions?
Make the pump bag into a pillow ! Get your over paid engineers to make a few tweeks and there you go a two in one system .
Overpaid 🤣
-20F = -30C
0F = -15C
since you apparently couldn't be arsed to display a simple conversion to understandable units under your own video
You’re a sour person, I can tell.
What is the name of the tent that has the stove in it
How you blow air. Into it ?
Any advice on how to quickly deflate alpine version…takes forever!
The Nemo pads have a dual valve system. One piece is a one way valve, the other is a dump valve. You just gotta pull the entire thing out!
I own the tensor and tensor insulated. I love them both. Will not use any other sleep pad. Do you know if there is a pump sack for the insulated pad ?
To the best of my knowledge, all of the new designed pads with the lay flat valve in the corner come with a pump sack in the package. I have three tensor pads and all three came with a pump sack. Don't believe that was the case on the old pad design with the stem valve.
Exped schnozzle works with it. I use it on the S2S Etherlight and use it as a pack liner. Its a good pump sack.
Would you know if insulated version will work in Scottish, English summer, at temperatures about 25C if lucky. Probably 20C in night max? I am looking for one matt rather two (winter and summer version). I will camp summer and autumn and English winters as well when it can be about 0C in night. I used standart Helinox cot one, when kayaking, in night it was forming ice on my tent, was sleeping fine as I can put some clothing under the cot to isolate ground. Thank you
do you HAVE to use the pump bag?
Cool video but please use normal units, like grams and celsius and cm.
Uh I’m using normal units for where I live.
@@BackcountryExposure so conversion will be a nice gift for all is form rest of the World
I appreciate the video. What shelter is that behind you?
Thanks. It's the Luxe Hiking Gear Rocket XL.
Thank you!
What is the country of origin?
I spy a Luxe Rocket XL tarp!
Yup!
$200*
What is the tent
Have you reviewed it?
If not please do
Thanks
Luxe Rocket, and have not yet.
Backcountry Exposure looking forward
I’m kind of an idiot. I can’t figure out how to inflate it.
Man I just got this pad and hate the pump sack I can't get much air without blowing it up. So kinda defeats the purpose
I had the same problem/thought the same thing... Try keeping your face about 12” away from pump sack opening when filling, it drafts even more air in and it only takes a couple of breathes.
I did too at first but moved my mouth further away from the opening, maybe out to a foot and it halved the number of breaths I took.
What is the shelter behind you ?
Luxe Hiking Gear Rocket