Product Description
After a long day of exploring rugged paths and challenging trails, your body deserves a recovery space that mimics the comfort of home. The Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Insulated offers a revolutionary approach to backcountry sleep. With a generous thickness of 10 centimeters, this mat is specifically engineered for those who refuse to feel the uneven ground beneath them. It is a game-changer for side sleepers; the extra loft ensures that your hips and shoulders are fully supported without ever touching the floor, preventing the pressure points that often lead to a restless night. This mat allows you to wake up feeling completely refreshed and ready for the next stage of your journey.
Ease of use is integrated into every aspect of this design. Setting up your sleeping area is effortless thanks to the included Airstream pump sack, which is integrated into the base of the stuff sack. With just a few breaths, you can fully inflate the mat, minimizing the effort required after an exhausting trek and preventing excess moisture from entering the internal chambers. The mat is also designed to be exceptionally quiet; the soft 30D/40D nylon fabric eliminates the loud, crinkling noises found in many ultralight air mats. This creates a peaceful atmosphere at your campsite, ensuring that both you and your fellow adventurers can enjoy the silence of the location.
Technically, the mat stands out with its Air Sprung Cell technology. Rather than using traditional longitudinal chambers, the mat features large loops of TPU that create numerous interconnected cells. these cells function similarly to a pocket-sprung mattress, deforming independently to mirror your body's unique contours. This results in unparalleled stability and weight distribution. For insulation, a dual-material approach is used: Exkin Platinum reflects radiant heat back to your body, while the Thermolite layer within the cells prevents convective heat loss to the cold ground. With an R-value of 3.2, it is perfectly suited for three-season use, from the first signs of spring to the late autumn chill.
The mat also incorporates the PillowLock system, which uses hook-and-loop patches to keep your compatible pillow securely in place throughout the night. To ensure long-term reliability, the internal TPU lamination features an antimicrobial treatment that prevents issues caused by condensation. Despite the significant comfort it provides, the mat remains highly packable and lightweight, fitting easily into any standard trekking backpack. The multi-function valve allows for high-flow inflation and a fine-tune button for pressure adjustment, followed by a rapid-deflate option for a quick departure in the morning.
R-value 3.2 (3-season performance)
10 cm thickness for maximum comfort
Air Sprung Cell technology for stable support
Material 30D/40D Nylon with TPU lamination
Thermolite insulation prevents heat loss
Exkin Platinum reflective layer for warmth
Includes Airstream pump sack for effortless inflation
Dimensions 183 x 55 centimeters (Regular)
Weight 490 grams
PillowLock system for securing pillows
Packed size 11 x 24 centimeters
