Thermarest NeoAir Venture Large Sleeping Mat

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Sleep comfortably with the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture—a robust and roomy mat designed for relaxing nights under open skies.

Thermarest says: 

The comfort and small volume when rolled up of the robust NeoAir®, with excellent value for money.

Designed for adventurous trips and explorers, the Venture sleeping pad delivers legendary NeoAir comfort to any camp. Built with our WaveCore construction, the 2.2 R-value pad creates cells of air that retain warmth and shield from the cold. The two-inch (5cm) pad uses tough 50D polyester face is backcountry ready, giving you confidence during camping and backpacking adventures. The easy-to-pack Venture features the high-performance WingLock valve, allowing the pad to inflate three times faster thanks to a larger opening and one-way inflation. Like all Therm-a-Rest pads, the NeoAir Venture is made in market to ensure quality and minimize environmental impact. The pad includes a breath-saving pump sack, compact stuff sack and field repair kit.

Our Verdict

The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture Regular Sleeping Mat delivers a luxurious sleep experience, offering a generously sized and supremely comfortable surface for campers who value rest. Its 5 cm thickness and rectangular shape provide plenty of space to stretch out, making it an excellent choice for side sleepers and those who appreciate extra room.

Crafted from rugged 50-denier polyester, the NeoAir Venture is designed to handle the demands of backcountry use. However, this durability and comfort come at a cost—at 555 grams, it’s heavier than some mats with a similar 2.2 R-value. While not the lightest option, it makes up for this with its reliability and ample sleeping area.

Utilising Therm-a-Rest’s WaveCore construction, the mat’s internal air cells help retain warmth and reduce heat loss, making it suitable for three-season use. The WingLock valve streamlines inflation and deflation, adding convenience to setup and pack-down.

For those who prioritise comfort and durability over shaving every possible gram, the NeoAir Venture is a solid choice. It’s built to last and offers a spacious sleeping experience for a well-earned rest after a long day on the trail.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• High performance insulation: the WaveCore™ structureis twice as warm as an uninsulated air mattress.
• Small volume: small volume filling material to reduce to the size of a 1 liter bottle.
• Comfort: 5 cm (2 in) of loft and horizontal baffles provide maximum stability and support.
• Rugged: Heavy-duty 50-denier polyester fabric and proven air-tight coatings provide reliable long-term performance.
• WingLock™ Valve: Our intuitive and reliable valve maximizes airflow for easier inflation and faster deflation. The fins flip up to save your breath with one-way inflation.
• Pump bag, storage bag and repair kit included.

Specifications

• Weighs (ex bag): 741g
• Colour: Pine
• R-Value: 2.2
• Width: 25in | 64cm
• Length: 77in | 196cm
• Height: 2in | 5cm
• Thickness: 2in | 5cm 
• Packed Dimensions: 11in x 5.2in | 28cm x 13cm

Material & Construction

• Top Fabric: 50D Polyester
• Bottom Fabric: 50D Polyester 
• Insulation: Wave Core – A single layer of horizontal wave baffles that slows convective heat loss without adding extra bulk.
• Polyester, Polyurethane

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