The NEMO Switchback is a closed-cell foam sleeping pad that folds accordion-style into a compact package. Its dual-density Axiotomic foam is molded into hexagonal nodes that create Hypnoelastic zones, so the pad conforms to your body while staying firm enough to support it. A metallized thermal film reflects body heat, and NEMO claims 15% more heat-trapping space than earlier designs. It suits backpackers and campers who want a light, puncture-proof pad with no inflation, though side sleepers and cold-weather users may want more cushioning or a higher R-value.
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Owners rate the Switchback highly, praising its light weight, packability and the warmth the reflective layer adds for a foam pad. Most criticism centers on comfort: it is firm and thin, and some sleepers find it too hard for a full night.
The Switchback is a closed-cell foam sleeping pad. It is built to give more thickness and cushioning than a classic foam pad while packing down small.
Hexagonal nodes are molded from dual-density Axiotomic foam. They form Hypnoelastic zones that conform to the body for a balance of comfort and support.
A metallized thermal film layer reflects heat back to the body. The design also has 15% more heat-trapping space.
