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The Kelty Waypoint SI Sleeping Mat is perfect for car camping due to its 3-inch thickness and oversized design for comfort, but too heavy for backpacking. It's self-inflating and comes with a versatile stuff sack.
Kelty says:
Heavenly Comfort That’s WAY Down to Earth. Consider our new Waypoint the launching pad for your best car-camping dreams. Our biggest, thickest and softest pad, this spacious delight is basically the halfway point between a regular camping pad and your ACTUAL BED. With the Waypoint, comfort is king. The stuff-sack also doubles as inflation tool.
Our Verdict
The Kelty Waypoint SI Sleeping Mat is a good choice for car camping enthusiasts prioritising comfort over portability. Its impressive 3-inch thickness and oversized design provide a luxurious sleeping experience, bridging the gap between a traditional camping pad and a “real” bed. While its generous size and weight—around 2.5 kg—make it too cumbersome for backpacking, it's perfect for car camping setups where packing space and weight aren't as critical. The self-inflating feature and the versatile stuff sack enhance its convenience. For those seeking a cosy, restful night under the stars with minimal effort, the Waypoint SI is an excellent option.
- Reviewed by BasecampGear
Features
- Super-soft stretch fabric & air-filled foam construction for comfort
- Self inflating
- Oversized for active sleepers
- Stuff sack doubles as manual inflation system
- Whopping 3 inches thick for the best night's sleep
- Stuff sack included
- Pairs well with literally any sleeping bag
Specifications
- Weight: 2465g (excludes storage bag)
- Inflated Dimensions: 77.95" x 29.92" x 3" / 198 x 76 x 8 cm
- Packed Dimensions: 31.5" x 7" x 7" / 80 x 18 x 18 cm
- ASTM R-Value: 5.6
- Fabric: Top - 30D Stretch Polyester, Bottom - 75D Polyester
ASTM R-Value:
From 2020, there is a new industry standard for measuring the R-value (level of insulation) of sleeping mats – ASTM F3340-18. This new standard is the sleeping mat equivalent to the EN rating for sleeping bags.
You can now directly compare the R-value of mats rated using the ASTM F3340-18 with confidence that is a fair and accurate comparison between mats. In simple terms, the higher the R-value, the warmer the mat.
In general terms, an R-value below 2.0 is for summer use, 2.0 to 4.0 is for cooler 3 season use and 4.0+ is for winter temperatures. This will be also be dependent on your sleeping bag, how cold you sleep etc. Please contact our customer service team if you need advice on choosing the right mat for your activity.
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