Foam pads, mats, mattresses

Folding mats

The characteristic colorful roll strapped to the backpack is a typical picture of every tourist's equipment. The foam pad, because we are talking about it, is a great alternative to a traditional air mattress. Its advantages are low weight and very high flexibility, thanks to which it does not burden the equipment and is convenient to carry. Equally practical is a foam pad folding into a cube or harmonica. The second variant equipped with additional handles after folding can be conveniently carried like a bag or clipped with a backpack strap.

The main task of the foam pad is to level the surface of the ground on which the sleeping bag is laid, as well as to provide additional thermal insulation. Especially the self-inflating foam pad protects against cold, as it has air inside. In addition, it takes up much less space than traditional foam pads and is very easy to use.

What is a self-inflating mat?

After decades of using simple solutions in the field of tourism and outdoor expeditions, many changes have occurred. They are designed to improve the conditions in which a tourist regenerates strength and prepares for further hiking or other active activities. Thanks to satisfying rest, not only is it more efficient, but it can also get more pleasure from expeditions. The self-inflating mat is one example of such equipment that combines the advantages of a traditional foam pad and inflatable mattresses. The self-inflating mat or foam pad is similarly lightweight and thermo-insulating as its classic variant. On the other hand, it retains greater ability to level the surface, as the air layer eliminates the pressure of small sticks or stones. It is also more comfortable than foam, because it is much easier to undergo body pressure and adapt its shapes to it.

Folding foam pad

The choice between a mat, foam pad and mattress is a matter of personal preference. For some people it will be more important to minimize the load on the backpack. Others will choose a heavier but more comfortable option. Regardless of the type of protection, a foam pad folding into a cube or harmonica protects against cold as well as an air mattress. This is due to modern foams and their layered construction, additionally equipped with aluminum foil. It provides an additional thermal insulation layer. The basic parameter of a folding mat is its thickness. It is also worth paying attention to the surface texture. More demanding customers can choose between the available colors.