Therm-A-Rest ProLite 3
Average Rating:
Reviewed by 11 Trailspace users
Description
The ProLite 3 is a self-inflating sleeping pad made by Therm-A-Rest. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 11 user reviews
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Massey's:
"The lightest, most compact 3-season mattress.Features: Innovative new materials reduce weight by 25% Die-cut foam allows for smallest roll size ever Super-grip bottom keeps mattress from slipping Ideal Uses: Engineered for 3-season backpacking, mountaineering, bike camping, and boat touringSpecs: Weight: 20 oz / 570 g (regular) - 13 oz / 370 g (small) Rolled Size: 11 x 4.1" / 28 x 10 cm (regular) - 11 x 3.4" / 28 x 9 cm (small) R-Value: 2.3 Thickness: 1" / 2.5 cm"
From EMS:
"'It folded and rolled to football size for safe carrying deep inside his pack, yet the inch of self-inflating cushion kept him snoring on everything from river cobbles to glacier ice and tussock tundra. Despite the abuse, the ProLite still holds air like a champ.' - Backpacker Gear Guide, March 2006. Therm-A-Rest's most compressible three-season mattress ever! For backpackers who would like to do without the extra weight. Diecut, self-inflating foam allows for extremely small roll size; measures 11 x 4 in. diameter when rolled. Innovative materials and tapered shape reduce weight by 25%. Super-grip bottom keeps mattress from slipping around the tent. Weighs only 1 lb. 4 oz. 1 in. thick, 72 in. long."
From Ramsey Outdoor:
"All the benefits of the ProLite 3, with added warmth for women."
From Mountain Hideaway:
"The lightest, most compact 3-season mattress. Ultralight: Innovative new materials reduce weight by 25%. Compact: Die-cut foam allows for smallest roll size ever. Nonslip: Super-grip bottom keeps mattress from slipping. Uses: Engineered for 3-season backpacking, mountaineering, bike camping, and boat touring. Regular Small Weight 20oz. (570g) 13oz. (370g) Rolled Size 11x4.1in. (28x10cm) 11x3.4in. (28x9cm) R-Value 2.3 2.3 Thickness 1.0in. (2.5cm) 1.0 in. (2.5 cm) SuggestedPrice (U.S.) $84.95 $74.95"
User Reviews
ProLite 3
This pad is lightweight, packs well, and is pretty comfortable if you sleep on your back, but mine popped about 8 miles in the Colorado back country on day 2 of a 8 day hunt. A small thorn (more like a splinter from some sort of weed) popped it, and it would only stay inflated for about an hour.
ProLite 3
So far this has been a marvelously light and durable pad. I'm a side sleeper, weigh 140 pounds, and it gives me the insulation and padding I need to sleep decently; ymmv. I strap it to the outside of my pack, and so far haven't needed to patch it!
ProLite 3
(Short)
I use the ProLite 3 Short with my MSR Microzoid for fast overnight trips and it's great for that purpose.
Unfortunately, I tend to sleep on my side and this pad is much too thin for that. However, if you sleep on your back, this pad is perfect.
I'm 5'8", male, 150# and prefer to pack light and go far.
ProLite 3
A good balance between weight, size and comfort. Inflates easily, rolls up easily, just thick enough that I don't feel the ground, but I'm only 63kg. Heavier guys might find it too thin, and not suitable to sub zero climates either.
Not giving it a full 5 stars cause:
1: the valve feels flimsy and spins freely when unscrewed.
ProLite 3
I love this tiny ground pad! I have the short version. This has all but replaced my original, full length therm-a-rest. In the summers I trip lead and live in my camping gear. When packing lots of gear for groups and dealing with kids' excessively large sleeping bags it is great to have small gear of my own.
ProLite 3
Lightweight, compact, and comfy!
This pad is tough too. My friend put a set of car keys under and we laid on the pad and didn't feel a thing. Worth the price and and easy to use/pack.
ProLite 3
A piece of equipment too many take for granted, a good sleeping pad can mean the difference from remembering a mountain as beautiful or just a piece of rock. All of Therm-A-Rest's pads are wonderful as long as you choose the right one for you. The ProLite 3 is no exception being durable, a well-thought design and comfortable.
ProLite 3
I used this pad on my 800 mile bike trip from Seattle to San Fransisco, and I liked it very much. It fit very well onto my bike, and was much lighter than the sleeping pads my peers carried. I loved that it was a full length pad, that was short enough to accomadate my 5'2" frame without the extra 6" for me to carry around.
ProLite 3
Buy this pad! It is very comfortable, warm on colder nights, and commpressible. I have had mine for two months and already I'm in love with it. Great bag!
ProLite 3
Awesome pad! Rolled up it's only a little bigger than a Nalgene bottle and unrolled it doesn’t leave your feet hanging over the edge. Don't think you're sacrificing much comfort with its minimal weight either.
ProLite 3
When this puppy is rolled up and ready to be stowed it's hard to believe it's a sleeping pad. This pad is what ultralight packing is all about. Very nice in the summer, but for colder weather go with the Prolite 4. I've had three Therm-A-Rest pads and they are all in great shape after years. Great products.
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the at 3 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
Gear for Adventure |
Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Sleeping Pads | $74.95 | Buy Now |
Massey's |
Thermarest ProLite 3 Mattress Pad | $74.99 | Buy Now |
EMS |
ProLite 3 Sleeping Pad | $84.95 | Buy Now |
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