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The ASTM R-Value Standard: Rating Sleeping Pad Insulation
Keith Erps | August 29, 2021
Learn about the new ASTM testing standards for sleeping pads and what it means for your current and future Therm-a-Rest pad’s R-value.
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How to Choose a Sleeping Pad
Drew Parrish | July 22, 2021
With all the options in today’s market, picking a sleeping pad can be an overwhelming affair. We won’t pick for you, but here is what you need to know to find the pad of your dreams.
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The Ultimate Guide to Therm-a-Rest Sleeping Pads
Drew Parrish | June 8, 2021
The Ultimate Guide to Therm-a-Rest sleeping pads is designed to help you find the best sleeping pad for your specific sleep system.
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What is R-Value?
Keith Erps | March 25, 2021
Choosing the type of sleeping pad you want, you’ll want to factor in how warm a pad is. You can do this by comparing a pad’s R-value.
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How Warm Is A Sleeping Pad? R-Value vs. Degree Ratings
Keith Erps | January 7, 2021
The warmth of your pad is crucial to resting better, so should you look at a R-value or a degree rating when selecting your pad? We dive into the science of protection from the cold, hard ground.
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