This mattress has surprised the hell out of me.

I initially dismissed this ripper as beign too flimsy.

What I didn't know then is what it was like to use. As the hand of fate would have it I was "forced" into needing to use it one weekend, I was amazed at just how comfortable and easy to live with it is. It's now my mattress of choice, it's ridiculously compact.

The Ultralight Mat is about the size of two cans of beer and weighs less. I can blow it up by mouth in about 20 breaths and I've used it in some pretty cold conditions.

For the majority of Aussie applications the -4 rating is more than enough insulation from the creeping cold of the ground.

Features

• Ultra light weight at 460g
• Wide mouth FlatValve ensures fast inflation and simple deflation.
• Similar to a sleeping bag, baffles between the mats‘ chambers eliminate cold spots and promote a stable and supportive air cushion.
• The laminated polyester fabric is airtight. Each seam and valve is high frequency welded to ensure mat integrity.
• For use with a pillow, 2 loops at head end can be used to secure the packsack to the mat.
• Light and warm: The Synmat UL M is about half the weight and packed size of a standard 2.5 cm self inflating mat - with a heat resistance value of 3.1 compared with 2.5 for a standard self inflating mat.
• Included: Stuff sack, fabric patches and textile glue

Mats come with a packsack and repair kit with the necessary patches, glue and a detailed instruction sheet.

100% airtight:

Every single mat is individually tested. Each mat is tested during 72 hours for airtight integrity prior to shipment and various tests are conducted during production to warrant consistency of quality in the manufacturing process.

All mats are designed to withstand 5 x the pressure that can be attained during normal inflation! But you should still treat your mat with caution by checking the ground for thorns, preventing animals from biting it, not placing hot pans on it, keeping it away from fire and other heat sources, keeping the mat dry to prevent mildew and avoiding general rough treatment. Lightweight fabrics have an effect on the overall durability of products, but caution can alleviate this.

Micro Adjustment

Adjustment to ones personal sleeping preferences and comfort levels are made possible by our FlatValve technology: inflate the mat completely. Lie on the mat and then press on the one way flap of the open inflation valve to release small amounts of air till you find your comfort level. Sleepers with back problems and the elderly will experience a completely new level of comfort in the outdoors.

So it's a "horses for courses" thing. The trade of for the weight and volume saving is a little more care of the siting of the mattress.