Thermarest Z-Lite vs. Ridgerest - Sleeping Pad Review

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  • Опубліковано 16 вер 2024

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  • @BruderTheodor
    @BruderTheodor 4 роки тому +5

    Thanks for taking your time to compare these two! I'm right now trying to find useful equipment, but try to save weight and size as well. In this case though, I rather sacrifice size and decide to go for comfort and functionality. I almost bought the wrong Therm-a-rest Ridgerest if you haven't pointed out that "Classic" lacks the aluminum coating, so I went for a "Solite". Thanks for saving me time and money!

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  4 роки тому

      BruderTheodor thank you! The reflective coating definitely seems to make a difference.

  • @calvinchien2
    @calvinchien2 4 роки тому +10

    I thought you were insane at the beginning of the video. Then I slowly realized you were hilarious- keep up the good work mate!

  • @mikha007
    @mikha007 7 років тому +21

    if you dig a shallow-ish trench for your butt and hips, the comfort level goes way up

  • @pascalchenard5732
    @pascalchenard5732 6 років тому +16

    Very informative video, ignore all these other comments, this is exactly what I was looking for

  • @jameslatin2939
    @jameslatin2939 7 років тому +5

    I don't get why everyone is saying this is boring. But then again, I am an English major.
    I enjoyed the sermon-style gear review.

  • @walterkress5499
    @walterkress5499 3 роки тому +3

    Nice review, so thanks for that. Yes, the Thermarest Ridgerest with silver on one side is my sleep pad to go. Not very common in the UK, but luckily I found one. Easy to carry and light, simple with nothing to go wrong. I actually find them comfortable, preferring them to the self inflating kind of pad. Made in USA, not China, is also a bonus. For me, best closed cell mat out there.

  • @JesusChristIsLord__
    @JesusChristIsLord__ 6 років тому +4

    I have the Ridgerest ... LOVE it!!! Backpacked with it a few times in the snow in approx teens temps and kept me toasty. Pour boiling water into a couple of your Sawyer filter bags and throw them in your sleeping bag and you're set. Made the mistake of cutting it down to size. BIG mistake. I got a Z-Lite to replace it but haven't tried it out yet. Hope it works as well as the Ridgerest.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  6 років тому

      JesusChristIsLord that's good to hear! Yeah we've done boiling hot water in Nalgene bottles and it does help a lot!

  • @silvanigra
    @silvanigra 5 років тому +2

    Good points. My first choice would also be the Ridgerest. I've heard people complain the Z Lite becomes thinner in the shoulder and hip area even with moderate use {20 times in 1 year) while the Ridgerest showed no loss of cushion in 4 years.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  5 років тому

      FlorinU good point. Yeah the Ridgerest seems like it will never flatten.

  • @carmenmartinez2882
    @carmenmartinez2882 5 років тому +7

    Well, I liked your video, you went to the different points and helped me. I don’t care to see the “excitement” of unpacking of a product or how they build a fire just to give a review on a camping pan.

  • @pootlingalong8928
    @pootlingalong8928 3 місяці тому

    I have the Z-Lite and love it! I usually pair it with the torso length Multimat 25S self inflating mat but I have slept on the Z-Lite on its own and you do adjust to the comfort level. I’m a small female, child of the 60s so used to sitting on the ground, sleeping on a foam mat. Like your video by the way, thank you for sharing your thoughts 👍🏻🙂

  • @tscotts9699
    @tscotts9699 4 роки тому +13

    4:08 "Ehhhhhh-fuh-ree-der-wa-da-wee-da-wa-doo-wa-do-wa..." lol

  • @mongoose799
    @mongoose799 7 років тому +16

    I just want to pipe in and say that I for one enjoyed the review. I see people complaining about the tone, but I found it kind of relaxing.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому +2

      Mongoose you are in the minority, but I certainly appreciate you!

    • @420BLUNTLEY
      @420BLUNTLEY 5 років тому +1

      ThTs cause he’s half asleep and listening with his eye clothes before bed.

    • @briankpaine
      @briankpaine 4 роки тому

      I listened at 2x speed and it worked out just fine.

    • @millanferende6723
      @millanferende6723 4 роки тому

      Haha I just listened at 1.5 the speed... Dunno why people complain when that is an option... So long as there is no music in the background.. I actually forgot this is not the normal speed haah

  • @dudeymcduderson
    @dudeymcduderson 2 роки тому

    Just to give my two cents. I really enjoyed a UA-cam video that isn't full of shouty fast-talking over-excited headache-inducing noise. This was easy listening and informative. Good job.

  • @survivalorelse1731
    @survivalorelse1731 4 роки тому +5

    This is an excellent video. The comparison and real-world anecdotes are very informative. I think your presentation style is great, for real.

  • @turtlewolfpack6061
    @turtlewolfpack6061 5 років тому +4

    You forgot old army green, I love mine but you are correct that it isn't a super comfort item to be sure.

  • @katosthoff
    @katosthoff 6 років тому +3

    Cracks me up. For heat is key. If comfort is big for you then roughing it probably isn't. Good job Radar😊. For all the haters, if you watch their other videos, you get his speaking style and appreciate his opinion. Keep it up.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  6 років тому +1

      Kathy Osthoff Thank you for the incredible words! We put a lot of effort into these videos and it's great to see someone find joy in them! Much appreciated and there will be new videos coming very soon.
      - Radar

  • @cobbler88
    @cobbler88 7 років тому +2

    According to the specs, the Z Lite Sol (72" x 20" x 0.75") has an R-value of 2.5, weighs 14 oz. and runs $45. The RidgeRest SOLite (72" x 20" x 0.62") has an R-value of 2.8, weighs 14 oz. and runs $30. (REI prices). Specs on the Ozark Trail Camping pad are difficult to come by online. From what I can make out from the images I see, it's about 72" x 20" x 0.5", weighs about 12 oz. and costs about $7. No R-value.

  • @raywright2401
    @raywright2401 4 роки тому +3

    For the first time ever I looked up sleeping pads and the first thing I noticed was how thin they are at 24". Getting into camping for first time at 52yo... I would guess that it's because they are part of a large number of hiking/camping essentials and the more compact the better.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  4 роки тому

      Ray Wright yep it’s an attempt to save bulk and weight. They’re on the narrow side for sure.

  • @fireflynovember
    @fireflynovember Рік тому

    I started watching when this was uploaded and it's still going

  • @whatabouttheearth
    @whatabouttheearth 4 роки тому +2

    You know they are more to add a tiny bit of comfort and so you do dont habe to sleep in the mud. So if you realize that your sleeping on the ground and suck it up its fine, it keeps you off the mud.

  • @MikesBibleNotes
    @MikesBibleNotes 6 років тому +3

    Actually good info here. Thanks. If you use two pads, a Ridgerest on the bottom and a Prolite Plus on top, will you have a total R factor of 6.2?

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  6 років тому +2

      Thank you! The R-values will add together. If the addition of the 2 pads is 6.2, then yes.

  • @monkishnomad8193
    @monkishnomad8193 3 роки тому +1

    Learned a lot, love you how explain things brother 👍🏽

  • @davidw
    @davidw 8 місяців тому

    felt like listening to a man that had a lot to get off of his chest. enjoyed the listen even 7 years later

  • @LithuanianBear
    @LithuanianBear 6 років тому +5

    Lol so much hate for a sleeping pad review :D ? Great video and great review man

  • @MultiAnkr
    @MultiAnkr 5 років тому +4

    Very informative video. I Think it was a great review, thank you for that.. My vote would probably also be the ridgerest, but because of durability

  • @harrisonmauch2351
    @harrisonmauch2351 7 років тому +5

    Honestly I love your talking style😂good job man very informative

  • @TheHalfAsianGuy
    @TheHalfAsianGuy 3 роки тому +16

    This could've been a 7 minutes videos without all the pauses in between sentences. 😂😂😂

  • @plzplzget
    @plzplzget 6 років тому +1

    I just wanted to know what is better roll or fold matt, and you helped with that. Thank you.

  • @MichaelsExplorations
    @MichaelsExplorations 6 років тому +2

    Love this video i just got the Ridgerest and i love it cant wait to put it to use next thing to do is get a tent ⛺

  • @jackonsline8406
    @jackonsline8406 2 роки тому +2

    Now it is over $80

  • @millanferende6723
    @millanferende6723 4 роки тому +1

    Yes thank you. I was wondering what the difference was.
    I personally will buy ultra light 290g, 150cm in length blow up pad from aliexpress for 30$.
    Then strap my z lite thermareat on top of it. This is what I've done already and it's super comfortable. Like a real matras. I now found an even lighter pad than my full length 480gram one.
    To me, this is the best setup. Perfect comfort, versatility, heat resistance, weight and price.

  • @ArchersPlace
    @ArchersPlace 3 роки тому +1

    any ideas for the coating when it wears off? I bought mine 3 months ago for a cross Canada walk, and the coating is already wearing off... It definitely lead to a a warmed sleep. without my butt and sides were cold while sleeping on my mattress, with I was comfortable.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  3 роки тому

      I don’t know of anything to do for the wearing. Possibly high-temp spray paint?

  • @dmythica
    @dmythica 2 роки тому

    ASTM testing has now shown there is only a 0.1 difference in R value between the coated (2.1) ridgerest Vs the uncoated (2).
    I'm getting the ridgerest plus a aluminium coated picnic blanket that weighs less than 200g to add a bit of heat reflection.
    Been on old faithful blue for 20 years so should be a nice upgrade 😂

  • @ChrisRedfield--
    @ChrisRedfield-- 5 років тому +2

    I find them comfortable.

    • @craiga6557
      @craiga6557 4 роки тому

      You're a freak of nature haha

  • @hermit6208
    @hermit6208 4 роки тому

    That sir, is an excellent description regarding conduction. I have made similar points regarding stasis and heat transfer, so perhaps that is why I think it's a very good description. Lol

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  4 роки тому

      Hermit620 thanks, and that’s really the most important reason for using a sleeping pad.

  • @dianal.1279
    @dianal.1279 5 років тому +2

    Thank you for the video.
    Constructive criticism: the video is too slow.

  • @rasmuspedersen3563
    @rasmuspedersen3563 2 роки тому +1

    Why does every american believe that just because it says made in the us its better than everything else? Its litterally equal to chinese quaity... You guys should try european quality... Try and compare and audi rs7 to a ford gt 500 shelby...

  • @therobdeez
    @therobdeez 5 років тому +5

    So many words....so little info.
    But that’s UA-cam right?

  • @johnanderson8096
    @johnanderson8096 6 років тому +1

    wrong specs to boot... it actually made me laugh it was so bad... do more of these!!!

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  6 років тому +1

      john anderson I have actually done others. See the backpack review or the titanium pot review.

  • @gabrielofthesun7001
    @gabrielofthesun7001 4 роки тому +3

    Wow, this made me laugh so thaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaanks for that!

  • @richardtrowell8812
    @richardtrowell8812 2 роки тому +1

    Have you tried the z-pad with the blue pad?

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  2 роки тому

      Yes I actually did on one trip and I’ll admit that it did help the comfort a lot!

  • @juketreks2192
    @juketreks2192 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks.................................for................................the...................................information

  • @kevinhall6241
    @kevinhall6241 7 років тому +1

    Great review! I appreciate that you are very thorough.

  • @ChistianWalldorff
    @ChistianWalldorff 4 роки тому +1

    Good video

  • @ryand141
    @ryand141 Рік тому

    Man, I laughed my ass off. Thx for that.

  • @zonacamphike2904
    @zonacamphike2904 3 роки тому +1

    Just got the Ridgerest. Cant wait to try It out! Great vid!

  • @WHEREVER-I-ROAM
    @WHEREVER-I-ROAM 4 роки тому

    Hey maybe I'll buy *2 Walmart
    blue boys* for $14.00 , and I already have a 1 inch air mattress
    BUT I'm most likely gonna get the $29.00 roll up Ridgecrest to use with my *therm a rest* poppy 1inch air mattress (both *R* values) will put me in the 5's

  • @settlersoftaboo
    @settlersoftaboo 7 років тому +1

    This video freed my soul. Go camping? Namaste right here and watch this video.

  • @makoygaara
    @makoygaara 4 роки тому

    How's the crease/hinges of the Z-lite over the years? It doesn't tear?

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  4 роки тому

      Mark they’re quite tough and it would take a lot to tear them. I’ve yet to tear one. With that said it is a failure point that the Ridgerest simply doesn’t have.

    • @makoygaara
      @makoygaara 4 роки тому +1

      @@BucksBassandBackpacks Thanks for the quick response!

  • @MegaMastiffman
    @MegaMastiffman 4 роки тому +1

    Someone payed attention in HVAC school huh? Maybe?

  • @lysfrommarple
    @lysfrommarple 7 років тому +20

    Are you on drugs?

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому +8

      lysfrommarple depends on what you consider drugs. Does ecstasy count?

    • @gggg-xx6gx
      @gggg-xx6gx 7 років тому

      Bucks Bass and Backpacks Haha you for him 😂

  • @ceesparxxx
    @ceesparxxx 7 років тому +1

    As soon as he said it's not comfortable, I stopped the video. First of all, I'm not looking for a "camping" way to sleep. My situation is different. My girl Snores Really Really Loud, and it's impossible for me to sleep with her. So I sleep in the living room. The only problem with that, is the couch is just a tad too short for my height. (it wouldn't be so bad if the couch didn't have arms lol). So I usually sleep on the floor, the only problem there, is that it's a little too hard and uncomfortable. That being said, the last thing I need is a pad that's not comfortable!! I would just get an air mattress, but I have a feeling it would pop easily or get a hole easily, based on my experiences with them in the past.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому +3

      Chris Sparks that is an interesting situation. I would in fact highly advise against using this as your primary mattress. To me it's really just for ruffing it in the wilderness.

  • @davidjd123
    @davidjd123 Рік тому

    am I the only one that thinks air mats are uncoverable compared to the more foamy ones?

  • @WHEREVER-I-ROAM
    @WHEREVER-I-ROAM 4 роки тому +1

    how many of you have the blue Walmart pads, and would 2 be better ???(of corse they would)???
    WHAT do you ALL think about *2 blue pads* ??? from Walmart ???

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  4 роки тому

      All of us used to use them. Yes 2 would be more comfortable, but not much warmer. I use the Thermarest now. The other guys on the channel use inflatable pads.

  • @inky4763
    @inky4763 4 роки тому +2

    I made it to seven minutes, I’m a survivor

  • @jameskolar9655
    @jameskolar9655 7 років тому +22

    That was seriously boring to listen to!

    • @silvanigra
      @silvanigra 5 років тому

      But for some reason you listened to it!

  • @KapitanPoop
    @KapitanPoop 6 років тому +1

    We've located Christopher Walkin's disturbed love child.
    BTW you need more cowbell.

  • @icjinu
    @icjinu 7 років тому +1

    Great review. Thank you, it was helpful.

  • @elizabethentzel9297
    @elizabethentzel9297 7 років тому +46

    This is terrible. Making gear review videos is not your calling sir.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому +1

      What's so terrible about it? Did I leave out product details? Did I fail to convincingly declare a winner? I just need some details as to how to improve future videos.

    • @antoinetheman6348
      @antoinetheman6348 7 років тому +13

      It seems like you are trying to emulate Nutnfancy's style, but it's bad. One easy improvement to your video would be to remove all of the breaks in your sentences. It takes forever for you to say anything, and it also makes listening to you very unpleasant, I get really impatient. You could either speak with a better flow or edit the breaks out. Without cutting any of the content, your video could easily be cut down to 8 minutes. The content was fine.

    • @nipnipnip7508
      @nipnipnip7508 7 років тому +2

      Bucks Bass and Backpacks lol. it's a bit esoteric man. we don't need life lessons or your philosophical take on heat transpher x . just go outside, use the pad for a night or a camping trip and tell us your experience.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому

      T w H philosophical? It's the laws of physics

    • @cobbler88
      @cobbler88 7 років тому

      Now that you mention it, I think you missed the product details of the blue pad, and most useful ones for the Z Lite pad. The latter is easily looked up, but people are going to have to search very hard to find an R-value on the cheap blue pad, if they find one at all.

  • @angryagain68
    @angryagain68 6 років тому +2

    Shatner "esq" pauses.....

    • @T44m45
      @T44m45 4 роки тому

      I read that in Pauls voice.

  • @a.i.a3949
    @a.i.a3949 3 роки тому +1

    I like the aesthetic of this video, people just love to whine about shit.

  • @RS899847
    @RS899847 4 роки тому +1

    THE MOST MONOTONOUS VOICE EVER,EVER,EVER

  • @phillipnunya6793
    @phillipnunya6793 Рік тому +1

    Damn, shit is way more expensive now. Thanks covid. Thanks Biden.

  • @danielsal85
    @danielsal85 7 років тому +6

    is this a lecture???

  • @MYKOSS1
    @MYKOSS1 7 років тому +1

    LOL. I came to watch this review only to find out how they compared in comfort. After the rant about heat and then "you can throw comfort out the window" I was done.

  • @underwaterdick
    @underwaterdick 7 років тому +1

    'Made in the USA, no doubt this is a bonus' - no doubt? Please can you explain why you came to this conclusion? A review should explain WHY this is a good thing.

  • @nicholasanzalone468
    @nicholasanzalone468 3 роки тому

    37,000 views and only 193 likes. Jeez

  • @FunkyBass
    @FunkyBass 6 років тому

    Christopher walken?

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  6 років тому

      FunkyBass Yep it was. He was kind enough to record this review for us!

  • @WyrdBlogger01
    @WyrdBlogger01 7 років тому +2

    Get a Klymit Insulated Static V sleeping pad. With an R-value of 4.4 and about $60 -- problem solved :-)

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому +1

      Dang 4.4? How's the durability? How long does it take to air up?
      Thanks,
      Radar

    • @WyrdBlogger01
      @WyrdBlogger01 7 років тому +1

      Bucks Bass and Backpacks it takes about 9 to 12 breaths to inflate. The pad has lasted me many miles and in extremely cold weather. I would say it is on par with some of the more durable, inflatable sleeping pads. It comes with a patch kit, which is good.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому +1

      I think you've convinced me to get one for testing! The price has always been a big factor that has kept me from getting an inflatable pad, but the Klymit brand look very affordable!

    • @coocookachoo2806
      @coocookachoo2806 7 років тому

      R-value 1.3 on the Klymet, so if you only do summer camping or want to also carry a piece of Relectics your good. But you just doubled the weight of your sleep pad. Invest that money into a hammock and under quilt, or use your existing sleep pad, and you lower all your weight, have a better sleep and be set up in less time than a tent.

    • @WyrdBlogger01
      @WyrdBlogger01 7 років тому +3

      Ross Tapp The klymit insulated static v has an R value of 4.4
      www.klymit.com/insulated-static-v.html

  • @metimoteo
    @metimoteo 7 років тому +12

    Too preachy!

  • @Docprepper
    @Docprepper 7 років тому +1

    You talked for a solid minute about heat transfer and then proceeded to tell your viewers to leave the video. Im a biochemistry major, and I found this more dull than a physical chemistry lecture on a Monday morning after missing my morning quadruple shot.
    I'm being very critical. Cut out the majority of the crap, make the video flow better, get your message out faster, and maybe rehearse a little. Just a thought. Keep the videos coming and don't give up. We're all assholes and yet the majority of us don't have videos. Keep at it.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому +1

      Docprepper I'm not sure whether to be offended or flattered. I went overboard with this review. I have other reviews that people really like. At this point I just leave the video on UA-cam for the comical comments.
      I'll tell you it's a lot easier to tell people how to do a review than it is to actually film a review.

    • @Docprepper
      @Docprepper 7 років тому +1

      Bucks Bass and Backpacks I meant no offense, just a hyperbolic opinion on the video. It may be worthless lol but that's the beauty of the internet.

  • @BaconBeast11
    @BaconBeast11 Рік тому

    The beginning is very long winded and contrived.

  • @NoMoreCandies
    @NoMoreCandies 2 роки тому +2

    This is a pain listening to you.God.

  • @burstfireno1617
    @burstfireno1617 5 років тому

    Wow. Very very very philosphical university grade point of explanation. Good in a sense. But when people click by this video they wanna have short but consistent answers dude. Dont wanna hear some daddy-preaching-his-son speech. Better luck next time with the vid

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  5 років тому

      BurstFire NO1 “daddy-preaching-his-son” That’s the first time I’ve heard that. What does it mean?

  • @michaelcole4733
    @michaelcole4733 7 років тому

    Do you ever read your comments?

  • @stjo5172
    @stjo5172 2 роки тому

    Even at 1.75 speed your video is terrible. Just bad. Thanks for the attempt tho.

  • @michaelcole4733
    @michaelcole4733 6 років тому

    Bruh

  • @Брат2храма
    @Брат2храма 7 років тому +9

    Very long and boring video.

  • @williamjames7175
    @williamjames7175 7 років тому

    ...?

  • @freidelkyle
    @freidelkyle 6 років тому +2

    I can't even make it 2.5 minutes through this pos not-a-review!

  • @leevi2138
    @leevi2138 6 років тому

    Why do you have to take 5sec breaks between every fucking word

  • @angrycamping
    @angrycamping 4 роки тому

    Pahaha! This is one of the clunkiest videos ever. Does this guy hate life? 🤣 I turned off at 3 minutes as his tone suggested he was prepping for a high-school massacre. I got scared. Please no more.

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  4 роки тому

      The Cragol hahahaaaaaaa the British guy thinks he’s a hilarious comedian!

    • @angrycamping
      @angrycamping 4 роки тому

      @@BucksBassandBackpacks Say what you like mate but, at time of writing, I'm looking at 275 👎🏻 vs 123 👍🏻 Er... No further questions your honour. Proscecution rests. 💤

    • @alexanderfoster5497
      @alexanderfoster5497 3 роки тому

      As an Englishman, I think the tone and style of speaking to be great.
      I also appreciate Norm McDonald. 👍

  • @defunct6852
    @defunct6852 6 років тому

    The video is way to long. Mostly because of your annoying pauses that rally drags on for too long.

  • @guzelmarmara
    @guzelmarmara 5 років тому

    I made it until the second minute then had to close. You talk very slow, too many gaps in between your sentences. This may be your natural way of doing things and speaking but on a platform like UA-cam, you are talking too slow and boring and still insisting it for 16 minutes.

  • @underwaterdick
    @underwaterdick 7 років тому

    Good content however terrible video. Really struggled to listen to the boring tone and looooooong pauses.
    Please don't use this style again, but your opinion is valued. - maybe gear reviews are not for you?

  • @aorakis5795
    @aorakis5795 7 років тому

    This must be, defenatly, the worst, review video. I've ever seen...

    • @BucksBassandBackpacks
      @BucksBassandBackpacks  7 років тому +3

      Hoowie Coperland this must be **definitely** the worst comment on this video...