Not as warm as the Down Air Mats, but the SynMats offer the same comfort, weight and compact packed size plus good value for money since the synthetic filling is cheaper than down, and the warmth to weight ratio of the SynMat is superior when compared to regular mats.
The synthetic filling is laminated to both the top and bottom of the fabric, which eliminates the loss of loft common to synthetic filled sleeping bags. Two wide mouth valves ensure fast inflation and simple deflation. Just one quarter turn closes the valve. High quality moulded valves reduce weight and never feel cold to touch.
Similar to a sleeping bag, baffles between the mats' chambers eliminate cold spots and promote a stable and supportive air cushion. The laminated polyester face fabric is both durable and airtight and the top surface of honeycomb textured fabric provides superior slip resistance and comfort next to the skin. Seams and valves are all high frequency welded to ensure mat integrity.
The Synmat has a heat resistance value of 4.9. At about the same weight a standard 2.5 cm self inflating mat only offers a R-value of 2.5. EMPA tests demonstrated that regular mats lose 3 x more heat to cold ground than to the air. The conclusion is that a warmer mat is more important than a warmer sleeping bag.
Fabric patches and textile glue are included and the mat includes a built in pump.
US R value is 4.9 (= 8.6 Tog).
| Exped Down Air Mattress 7cm |
| Dimensions | 178 x 52 x 7cm |
| Packed | 19 x 15cm |
| Fill | 150g Texpedloft |
| Weight | 900g (? stuffsack) |
| Temp | -17°C |