Is the Venture Air Pad good for backpacking?

It is heavy and bulky for backpacking at 5 lbs 12 oz and 26 inches packed. It is better suited to car camping or short walks from the car.

How does self-inflation work?

Open the valves and the foam pulls air in on its own. Top it off with a few breaths for firmness, then close the valves.

It measures 77 by 25 inches and is 1.5 inches thick, a square shape sized for adults.

What comes in the box?

The pad, a stuff sack, elastic bands and a repair kit.

Is it warm enough for cold nights?

Cedar Ridge does not list an R-value, so treat it as a three-season pad. Add a closed-cell pad underneath for cold ground.

How do I care for it?

Store it inflated with valves open to protect the foam, and patch punctures with the included repair kit.

Where is the Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad cheapest?

At REI, for $51.73, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad?

11 stores we checked sell it, including REI, Frank's Great Outdoors, Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops, Walmart.

Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad

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$51.73at REIObserved at 9:34 AM

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Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad

Best price now

$51.73at REIObserved at 9:34 AM

Compared across 11 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Lowest price today: $51.73 at REI (checked Nov 9, 2026).
Checked at 11 stores.

Our take on the Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad

The Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad is a self-inflating camping pad with open-cell foam inside a 75D polyester shell. At 77 by 25 inches and 1.5 inches thick, it is a roomy square pad for adults, and it weighs 5 lbs 12 oz packed to 26 inches. Self-inflation saves lung work, but the foam and fabric make it heavier and bulkier than air-only pads. It suits car campers and casual tent campers who want cushion and durability over low weight.

Best forCar camping and basecamp tripsSide sleepers who want a wider, thicker padCampers who prefer self-inflating foam over inflating by mouthAdults wanting a durable, repairable pad

Pros

Self-inflating open-cell foam needs little breath inflation
Roomy 77 x 25 in square surface
1.5 in thickness cushions hips and shoulders
Durable 75D polyester shell on top and bottom
Stuff sack, elastic bands and repair kit included

Cons

Heavy at 5 lbs 12 oz for backpacking
Packs to 26 in, bulky in a pack
Foam pads can feel firm and take time to self-inflate fully
Plastic valves are less durable than metal ones

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Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad price history

Lowest price we've seen: $51.73 on Nov 9 at REI. Tracked across 11 stores since Nov 9.

Specifications

Pad Thickness: 1.5 in
Pad Length: 77 in
Pad Width: 25 in
Pad Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz
Construction Type: Self-inflating open-cell foam, Air Pad
Valve Type: Plastic valves (2), Plastic valve (1)
Internal Structure: Open-cell foam
Self Inflating: Self-inflating
Repair Kit Included: Yes
Shape: Square
Foam: Open-cell foam
Fill Material: Open-cell foam
Shell Material: 75D polyester fabric
Bottom Material: 75D polyester fabric
Top Material: 75D polyester fabric
Included Accessories: Stuff sack, Elastic bands, Repair kit
Age Range: Adults
Width: 7 Inches
Packed Length: 26 in (stuff sack)

Questions and answers

Is the Venture Air Pad good for backpacking?: It is heavy and bulky for backpacking at 5 lbs 12 oz and 26 inches packed. It is better suited to car camping or short walks from the car.
How does self-inflation work?: Open the valves and the foam pulls air in on its own. Top it off with a few breaths for firmness, then close the valves.
What size is it?: It measures 77 by 25 inches and is 1.5 inches thick, a square shape sized for adults.
What comes in the box?: The pad, a stuff sack, elastic bands and a repair kit.
Is it warm enough for cold nights?: Cedar Ridge does not list an R-value, so treat it as a three-season pad. Add a closed-cell pad underneath for cold ground.
How do I care for it?: Store it inflated with valves open to protect the foam, and patch punctures with the included repair kit.
Where is the Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad cheapest?: At REI, for $51.73, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Cedar Ridge Venture Air Pad?: 11 stores we checked sell it, including REI, Frank's Great Outdoors, Cabela's, Bass Pro Shops, Walmart.