Big Agnes Q-Core SLX Insulated Sleeping Pad

User Reviews

• The Big Agnes inflater bag can double as a stuff sack for storage efficiency.
• 4″ pad provides ample padding, and is ideal for side sleepers.
• Comfortable and warm.
• The edges on the pad help keep your body centered and prevent falling off.
• Lightweight and a small pack-size.
• Reports of keeping you warm in sub-freezing temps.
• Not a noisy material, so won’t wake you up in the middle of the night.

Expert Reviews

• The vertical and lateral support helps to prevent the edges from collapsing.
• Outdoor Gear Lab rated this pad an 8/10 for comfort due to the thick surface and stiff edges.
• Comprises about a liter of volume when packed.
• Can be used for 3-seasons in temperatures down to approximately 15 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Features a 25% more tear-resistant material than older versions.
• You can quickly deflate the pad with the dump-valve.
• The repair kit for holes and rips is easy to use and provided by Big Agnes.
• The thickness helps to shape around debris on the ground, protecting the user.
• Features double layer rip-stop nylon for protection.

User Reviews

• May be too narrow for some body types.
• The pad takes a little while to inflate and can be tedious.
• Some issues of the pad deflating during use.
• Not warm enough for all-season use in really cold temperatures.

Expert Reviews

• The quilted surface has some pits, which can create pressure-points.
• The pad may be too narrow for users, and they made need to purchase the wide version.