ProLite Plus

An R-value of 3.2 indicates this pad is suitable for three-season use, meaning it provides adequate insulation for spring, summer, and autumn camping. It will keep you comfortable on chilly nights, but it is not designed for deep winter conditions or sleeping directly on snow.

When you open the WingLock valve, the open-cell foam core inside expands and draws air in automatically. While it does most of the work on its own, you will likely need to add a few breaths of air at the end to reach your preferred level of firmness.

The ProLite Plus is relatively thin compared to air-only pads. While the foam core provides a stable, supportive base that prevents you from bottoming out on uneven ground, side sleepers who prefer a plush, mattress-like feel might find it firmer than they are used to.

The WingLock valve is designed for high-flow inflation and deflation. It features a one-way check valve that prevents air from escaping while you are inflating it, and it allows for three times the airflow of a standard valve when you are ready to pack up.

Because of the foam core, it doesn't pack down as small as a pure air pad, but it is still quite manageable for backpacking. Depending on the size you choose, it packs to roughly 11 by 5.8 inches or 13 by 7 inches, fitting easily inside or strapped to the outside of most packs.