- Is the NeoAir XLite NXT warm enough for winter?
- Its R-value of 4.5 is rated for three-season use and handles freezing nights for most sleepers. For sustained sub-zero camping, a higher-R pad is the safer choice.
- How much quieter is it than the old XLite?
- Therm-a-Rest claims an 83% reduction in noise from the revised internal construction. Owners generally agree it is much quieter, though some still find it audible.
- What sizes are available?
- It comes in Short (66 in), Regular (72 in), Regular Wide (25 x 72 in) and Large (25 x 77 in). The regular is 20 inches wide.
- What comes in the box?
- You get the pad, a pump sack, a stuff sack and a field repair kit.
- Does it work for side sleepers?
- The 3-inch thickness gives enough cushion for most side sleepers. Very heavy sleepers may want to inflate it firm or size up to the wide.
- How does it compare with the NeoAir XTherm?
- The XLite NXT is lighter and packs smaller, while the XTherm carries a higher R-value for true winter use. Choose the XLite for three-season trips and the XTherm for cold-weather camping.
- Where is the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT cheapest?
- At eBay, for $149.99, 29% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT?
- Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 161 ratings. Buyers like: Comfortable and supportive; Lightweight; Quiet compared to previous model. Common complaints: Pads that don't hold air after first use; Leaking mats.
- Where can I buy the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT?
- 20 stores we checked sell it, including Backcountry, Cascade Designs, eBay, Garage Grown Gear, The Equipment Shop at American Alpine Institute.