Lightweight self-inflating sleeping mats

Choose a self-inflating mat for hiking comfort and low weight

Choose a lightweight self-inflating mat to combine sleeping comfort and low weight on hiking nights.

Lightweight self-inflating mats suit hikers carrying all their equipment who want to optimise pack weight and volume without neglecting comfort at camp.

More comfortable than a foam mat

With their internal foam that inflates automatically, these mats provide better sleeping comfort than foam mats:

  • a more even surface
  • better cushioning against uneven ground
  • quick, simple setup

They help you recover better after a day's walking, essential on multi-day trips.

Good insulation against cold ground

Self-inflating mats provide effective insulation from the ground, reducing heat loss at night.

They are particularly suited to:

  • spring and autumn wild camping
  • cool or slightly damp ground

Compact and suited to hiking

Once rolled up in their storage bags, self-inflating mats remain:

  • compact
  • easy to carry in a backpack

They meet the demands of hiking, trekking and multi-day travel perfectly.

A compromise between inflatable and foam mats

Self-inflating sleeping mats are generally:

  • thinner than inflatable mats
  • but made with thicker fabrics, making them more robust

They therefore offer a good balance between:

  • comfort
  • durability
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