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Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite Camping and Backpacking Sleeping Pad

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,310 ratings
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Material Polyethylene (PE)
Color Silver/Sage
Brand Therm-a-Rest
Water Resistance Level Water Resistant
Insulation Resistance 2.1 R-value
Item Weight 1 Pounds
Variety Closed Cell Foam Pad

About this item

  • Crosslinked Polyethylene
  • Made in the USA or Imported
  • Advanced Warmth: Patent-pending ThermaCapture surface boosts warmth by reflecting radiant heat back to your body.
  • Light & Durable: Virtually indestructible and light enough to carry anywhere.
  • Unique Design: Soft peaks and heat-trapping valleys provide exceptional comfort.
  • Reg: 20" x 72" / Large: 25" x 75" / Small: 20" x 48"
  • R-Value: 2.8
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    In 1971, a mix of unemployed Boeing engineers, a leaky foam gardening pad, and the dream of better nights under the stars came together to change how we experience the outdoors forever.

    By 1972, Cascade Designs was formed and began selling the Therm-a-Rest Standard 3/4 – the world’s first self-inflating sleeping pad.

    The rest, as they say, is history.

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    One of our longest-standing initiatives has been a commitment to making our products “In Market”. This initiative has enabled us to greatly reduce the length and complication of our supply chain, resulting in better service and a smaller global footprint.

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Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite Reflective Foam Camping Ground Pad

This lightweight alternative to the RidgeRest Solar mattress is coated with a layer of our reflective ThermaCapture technology that redirects radiant heat back to your body to amplify warmth. Working in conjunction with the classic RidgeRest peaks and valleys, the SOLite mattress delivers exceptional insulation in an ultralight and virtually indestructible alternative for backcountry travelers. For maximum warmth, use reflective side-up.

  • Advanced Warmth: Patent-pending ThermaCapture surface boosts warmth by reflecting radiant heat back to your body.
  • Light & Durable: Virtually indestructible and light enough to carry anywhere.
  • Unique Design: Soft peaks and heat-trapping valleys provide exceptional comfort.

Product Description

This lightweight alternative to the RidgeRest Solar mattress is coated with a layer of our reflective ThermaCapture technology that redirects radiant heat back to your body to amplify warmth. Working in conjunction with the classic RidgeRest peaks and valleys, the SOLite mattress delivers exceptional insulation in an ultralight and virtually indestructible alternative for backcountry travelers. For maximum warmth, use reflective side-up.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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1,310 global ratings

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Customers like the comfort, weight, warmth and quality of the sleeping pad. For example, they mention it's comfortable enough to sleep on, easy to travel with and provides a bit of softness. That said, some disagree on size, and cushioning.

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196 customers mention140 positive56 negative

Customers like the weight of the sleeping mat. They mention it's fairly light, and a good inexpensive light weight option for ground cushion/protection. Some say it'll be easy to travel with.

"...a clever name for this iteration of the Ridgerest - it is really really lightweight and has replaced the old Ridgerests in all my local stores...." Read more

"...It is very lightweight and durable. The grooves do gather dirt but that is to be expected and a quick shake outside the tent fixes that problem...." Read more

"...These therm-a-rest SO lite sleeping pads are just that- SO LITE & WARM!..." Read more

"...Very lightweight and rolls up and straps to the outside of my pack perfectly. Has helped my short haired dog stay much warmer during chilly night...." Read more

180 customers mention129 positive51 negative

Customers like the comfort of the sleeping pad. They mention that it is comfortable enough to sleep on, helps even out uncomfortable surfaces, and provides a bit of softness. Some say that it really beats sleeping on the ground and provides enough cush for good sleep.

"...Compared to other closed cell foam pads this one is quite comfortable, but if you are really worried about comfort you should consider buying a an..." Read more

"...Certainly not the most comfortable sleep system, but can ease my level of discomfort, if an un-planned bivouac, is in the cards...." Read more

"...Please know that it is NOT for comfort...." Read more

"...And so comfortable! Definitely get this one for minimalist backpacking. Made in the USA and I a lifetime warranty...." Read more

163 customers mention158 positive5 negative

Customers like the warmth of the sleeping pad. They say it keeps them warm from the ground, never feels the ice radiating cold through their blanket, and doesn't seem to overheat them. It provides abrasion protection and a little bit of additional thermal resistance for your sleeping pad, which helps keep them insulated pretty well. It also radiated their body heat back at them and was very comfortable. On colder nights, it will keep them protected from the cold floor.

"...Combined they keep my back warm down to very low temps.Bags I use with this:..." Read more

"This is an excellent closed-cell foam sleeping pad. It provides provides great insulation, I have used it on many nights spent over 10,000 feet..." Read more

"...SOLite pad provides a modicum of heat reflectance and will insulate me from cold ground or concrete...." Read more

"...the heat back into you (at a rate of 10%) so it helps keep you insulated pretty well...." Read more

121 customers mention116 positive5 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the sleeping pad. They mention that it holds up well, is a long-living thing, and will not fail while on the trail. Some say that the pad is great and warm with its reflective technology.

"...It is very lightweight and durable. The grooves do gather dirt but that is to be expected and a quick shake outside the tent fixes that problem...." Read more

"...the most standard sleeping pad you could buy—affordable, functional, durable. Please know that it is NOT for comfort...." Read more

"...They held up well, know that if they are attached at the bottom of your bag they will probly get little rips in them from being set down repeadedly...." Read more

"Long title, and pretty much my entire review:* WELL MADE: The sleeping pad is very well made...." Read more

82 customers mention79 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the sleeping mat. For example, they mention it works well, is great as a seat, and can be used for summer trips. Some say the size is a bit bulky. Overall, most are happy with the product's performance.

"...this is the most standard sleeping pad you could buy—affordable, functional, durable. Please know that it is NOT for comfort...." Read more

"This works really well! I use it under a thermorest neolite air mattress for winter/snow camping for that extra little bit of warmth...." Read more

"No complaints with this product. it works great and even keeps you from sliding down the hill if you happen to have a none flat camp spot...." Read more

"...It did the job perfectly. The only thing keeping us from giving the 5 star rating is that the silver coating slowly comes off in just 2-3 weeks...." Read more

70 customers mention59 positive11 negative

Customers like the value of the sleeping mat. They mention it's lightweight, durable, and worth the price. Some say that it takes up no extra storage space and is insulated well.

"...this is a very good pad and even moreso when you consider the low price.I have a Thermarest Prolite and an REI Airrails that I also use...." Read more

"...I'm concerned, this is the most standard sleeping pad you could buy—affordable, functional, durable. Please know that it is NOT for comfort...." Read more

"...The beauty is they are cheap, pretty warm, and can take a beating...." Read more

"...Other then that It is a great pad especially at this price point." Read more

117 customers mention74 positive43 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the sleeping mat. Some mention that it better fits onto their pack, is light and compact, and fits under the hood of their pack perfectly. However, others say that it is too big for backpacking, although it is very light.

"...the ZLite as for my applications and methods of packing, this better fit onto my pack, and just feels like it will be more durable..." Read more

"...military closed-cell pad, cut to equal length ... (1) it is narrower than a military pad, and does not stick out (very far) beyond the side-pouches..." Read more

"...Rolled up, its huge, about 10 inches in diameter, and really too big for easy packing...." Read more

"As far as I'm concerned, this is the most standard sleeping pad you could buy—affordable, functional, durable...." Read more

35 customers mention16 positive19 negative

Customers are mixed about the cushioning of the sleeping mat. Some mention that it's good, adds a little padding, and is softer than expected on hard ground. However, others say that it doesn't offer much padding, is not as soft as an air pad, and that it is not very comfortable.

"...of this "pad" are that it actually offers very little in the way of padding, and it is quite bulky...." Read more

"This is an excellent closed-cell foam sleeping pad...." Read more

"...As other reviews say it does not offer any real cushion as it is not meant to. It makes a great addition to another pad or in a hammock." Read more

"...I appreciate the extra warmth of the SOLite and the little extra padding. However, the large is really huge! Check measurements before purchasing...." Read more

Perfect for backpacking with my dog!!
5 Stars
Perfect for backpacking with my dog!!
My dog loves it. I got the small 4ft one for her. It fits her perfectly! Will be great for 3 season backpacking with her. (Note in the pictures it's only folded over by a couple inches, it takes a while for it to flatten out after being rolled up)In addition, I used this for some winter hammock camping. It was perfect. I paired it with my 40 degree underquilt and my zero degree sleeping bag, and was almost too hot at 25 degrees! Since this was the short one, i stuck my jacket under my legs to get some padding where the pad didn't reach. It really didn't add much weight to my pack. Nice bonus that I didn't know I needed for winter camping!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ultralight , Well Made, Good Value for the Money
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2016
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This is the THE pad if you don't mind hanging a pad off the back of your pack.

SOLite isn't just a clever name for this iteration of the Ridgerest - it is really really lightweight and has replaced the old Ridgerests in all my local stores.

I recommend this over the ZLite as for my applications and methods of packing, this better fit onto my pack, and just feels like it will be more durable

The R value is about 2, and I would encourage a thicker or warmer pad for cooler temps

For summer sleeping or ultralight backpackers this is a very good pad and even moreso when you consider the low price.

I have a Thermarest Prolite and an REI Airrails that I also use. When its really cold I will use both the AirRails and this SOLite. Combined they keep my back warm down to very low temps.

Bags I use with this:
Summer - generic Nature Hike summer bag that I use like a quilt
Winter - Big Agnes Lost Ranger (recently upgraded to Summit Park) in tandem with one of my other pads in the Big Agnes Sleeve

This pad can be used to protect other more expensive pads from the rigors of direct ground or adds a nice cushion and warmth to your existing system.

See my review on the straps I bought to go with this!
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JM
5.0 out of 5 stars This is an excellent closed-cell foam sleeping pad
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2016
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This is an excellent closed-cell foam sleeping pad. It provides provides great insulation, I have used it on many nights spent over 10,000 feet where temperatures dropped below freezing. It is very lightweight and durable. The grooves do gather dirt but that is to be expected and a quick shake outside the tent fixes that problem. Yes this is not the most comfortable sleeping pad (but that is what you should expect from closed cell foam pads). You cannot compare the comfort level of a closed cell foam pad to that of an inflatable. Compared to other closed cell foam pads this one is quite comfortable, but if you are really worried about comfort you should consider buying a an inflatable. However, for the price this pad cannot be beat. If you are on a budget or just a beginner in the backpacking world this is a great option. Even though I have since upgraded to a sea to summit inflatable, I still often bring this along and use both pads (using this one helps keep my more expensive pad over the ground so it doesn't get damaged).
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Studio Gear Head
4.0 out of 5 stars BETTER THAN A MILITARY PAD (for shorter missions)
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2011
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I have not found Therm-a-Rest's inflatable options to be reliable. I am only deducting one star, because this item is a bit pricey, for what it is.

I ride urban mass-transit, to get around town and there is a real possiblity that I will get stranded, on the far side of the city, after the busses stop running so, I prefer to carry SOME sort of light-weight sleep-system, with me, whenever I am going to be more than ~3 miles, from my efficiency condo, downtown.

This RidgeRest SOLite provides 3 enhancements, over a shortenned military closed-cell pad, cut to equal length ... (1) it is narrower than a military pad, and does not stick out (very far) beyond the side-pouches of my CamelBak Motherlode Hydration Pack. (2) This SOLite pad provides a modicum of heat reflectance and will insulate me from cold ground or concrete. (3) This pad also traps "dead-air" between the ridges.

I surmise that this pad is certainly a bit lighter, per linear-inch, than a military pad and will roll into a slightly more compact diameter, as well.

So ... I carry this pad, an Adventure Medical Thermalight Bivy 2.0 and a fleece sleeping-bag liner (Magellan) whenever i am more than an hour's hike, from home (whenever it is practical to do so). Certainly not the most comfortable sleep system, but can ease my level of discomfort, if an un-planned bivouac, is in the cards.

Not outrageously priced (as are many Therm-a-Rest products) but, a bit less expensive would be even better.

It will do, in a pinch.
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caitlin
5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME sleeping pad
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2016
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My boyfriend and I went backpacking in desolation wilderness- it was my first time so I had a ton of stuff to buy. So he gave me a list, and was so insistent that I buy this specific sleeping pad made in USA and with foil to keep me warm- blah blah blah. Since he is the guru of all things backpacking, I decided to follow the list to the T. And boy, am I glad I did! These therm-a-rest SO lite sleeping pads are just that- SO LITE & WARM! Seriously, we tied them on the sides of our backpacks and could hardly notice the difference. And so comfortable! Definitely get this one for minimalist backpacking. Made in the USA and I a lifetime warranty. Also have a lining that reflects the heat back into you (at a rate of 10%) so it helps keep you insulated pretty well. I would only buy therm-a-rest now that I know how good they make products. Especially now that China is the main manufacturer for like everything in the planet, its important to support the US economy, products and jobs. What more could you want? As a longtime Amazon customer, I rely on reviews from the Amazon community when making buying decisions. That being said, I only believe in giving honest and unbiased reviews. If this review was helpful to you in any way please click below.
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M.C.A.
5.0 out of 5 stars A backpacking staple
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2016
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As far as I'm concerned, this is the most standard sleeping pad you could buy—affordable, functional, durable. Please know that it is NOT for comfort. Though it is slightly better than sleeping on the ground or a tent platform, you can still very much feel sticks and pebbles under your body. Rather, this is for keeping warm, and it's basically a MUST for anything colder than 50 or 60 degrees. Rolls up OK (little bulkier than I'd like) to attach to pack. Don't really think you could reasonable fit this IN your pack, though.

If you're a backpacker, you need this.
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Sîr Alîce
5.0 out of 5 stars Magnífico!
Reviewed in Mexico on September 3, 2019
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A primera vista me pareció que quizá ocupaba demasiado espacio, sobre todo que mi intención es usarlo en el interior de una hamaca, pero resultó del tamaño ideal, y pesa escasos 358gr. El lado platinado realmente irradia el calor de manera sensible y justo lo que necesitaba para acampar en hamaca en climas frescos.
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Josh
5.0 out of 5 stars Great value for your money
Reviewed in Canada on August 5, 2019
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Great quality product you just need to be realistic in your expectations. It will keep you off the ground and add R value but do not expect the same comfort you’d get from an air mattress.
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Stefano
5.0 out of 5 stars Isola ottimamente dal terreno
Reviewed in Italy on November 22, 2018
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Il materassino é indubbiamente costoso ma svolge egregiamente il suo compito, cioè quello di isolare termicamente dal terreno. Rispetto ad altri materassini avvolgibili é sicuramente più voluminoso (dato il notevole spessore) ma il peso é comunque contenuto. Utilizzato in un trekking di mezza stagione con temperature intorno ai 5 gradi centigradi si é rivelato un ottimo isolante dal terreno e sufficientemente confortevole per una dignitosa dormita in tenda sotto le stelle. Sono molto soddisfatto.
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たけとんぼ
5.0 out of 5 stars 丈夫で温かい
Reviewed in Japan on June 23, 2021
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すこしかさばるが性能は問題ない　
必要な分の長さでカットして巻いたほうがかさばらない
山以外でも家のフローリングに敷いて寝たりするが劣化の様子は全くない
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ALBERTO PABLOS ALVAREZ
4.0 out of 5 stars Buen producto
Reviewed in Spain on September 8, 2016
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Si ha cumplido con mis expectativas. Quizá demasiado blanda y con cualquier roce se desgarra, por lo demás es muy ligera y caliente
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