Is the NeoLoft warm enough for cold nights?

It is a three-season comfort pad rather than a winter one. Its air chamber insulates better than a thin summer pad, but below freezing a dedicated insulated pad will keep you warmer.

How does it compare with an ultralight backpacking pad?

It is thicker and more comfortable, and it packs a bit larger and heavier. If comfort matters more than shaving grams, it is the better pick.

Is it good for side sleepers?

Yes. The thickness is the main reason owners recommend it, and side sleepers report their hips stay off the ground.

Does it come with a pump or stuff sack?

Check the box contents for the exact bundle. The pad inflates by mouth, and a pump sack makes filling the thick chamber faster.

Can two people sleep on it?

It is a single-person pad. Couples should look at a double-width model or pair two pads.

Where is the NeoLoft Sleeping Pad cheapest?

At Cascade Designs, for $259.95, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the NeoLoft Sleeping Pad?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 179 ratings.

NeoLoft Sleeping Pad

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NeoLoft Sleeping Pad

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$259.95at Cascade DesignsChecked Nov 9

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Visit Cascade Designs

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Last seen at $259.95 at Cascade Designs on Nov 9.

Our take on the NeoLoft Sleeping Pad

The NeoLoft is an air sleeping pad that aims to bridge two camps: the light, packable build of a backpacking pad and the thickness and cushioning of a car-camping pad. It inflates to a thick, quilted air chamber that keeps side sleepers off the ground and packs down small enough for a pack. Against ultralight rivals it trades a little weight for comfort; against car-camping pads it trades bulk for portability. Owners rate it highly, with most praise going to comfort and ease of setup.

Best forBackpackers who want more cushioning than ultralight pads giveSide sleepers who need thickness under the hipCar campers who want a pad that packs smallThree-season campers who value quick inflation

Pros

Thick air chamber cushions hips and shoulders
Packs down small for its comfort level
Quilted surface adds stability and warmth
Quick to inflate and deflate
Strong owner ratings for comfort

Cons

Heavier and bulkier than true ultralight pads
Air pads can feel bouncy to some sleepers
Thickness means more air to inflate by mouth
Less insulating than a dedicated winter pad

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What reviewers say

4.8 / 5179 ratings

Owners rate the NeoLoft very highly, and the recurring theme is comfort that rivals car-camping pads while still fitting in a pack. Setup and inflation get consistent praise. A few note the weight and bulk compared with stripped-down ultralight pads.

What people mention

ComfortPraisedOwners say the thickness keeps hips and shoulders off the ground, even for side sleepers.
PackabilityPraisedReviewers like that it rolls down small enough to carry in a backpack.
SetupPraisedInflation and deflation are described as quick and fuss-free.
WeightCriticisedSome backpackers say it is heavier than the ultralight pads they are used to.
StabilityMixedMost find the surface stable, but a few call the air chamber bouncy.

About the NeoLoft Sleeping Pad

The NeoLoft is an air sleeping pad that combines the light weight of ultralight pads with the comfort of car camping pads. It is designed for backpacking.

Questions and answers

Is the NeoLoft warm enough for cold nights?: It is a three-season comfort pad rather than a winter one. Its air chamber insulates better than a thin summer pad, but below freezing a dedicated insulated pad will keep you warmer.
How does it compare with an ultralight backpacking pad?: It is thicker and more comfortable, and it packs a bit larger and heavier. If comfort matters more than shaving grams, it is the better pick.
Is it good for side sleepers?: Yes. The thickness is the main reason owners recommend it, and side sleepers report their hips stay off the ground.
Does it come with a pump or stuff sack?: Check the box contents for the exact bundle. The pad inflates by mouth, and a pump sack makes filling the thick chamber faster.
Can two people sleep on it?: It is a single-person pad. Couples should look at a double-width model or pair two pads.
Where is the NeoLoft Sleeping Pad cheapest?: At Cascade Designs, for $259.95, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the NeoLoft Sleeping Pad?: Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 179 ratings.