Gear Doctors® Oxylus 4.3 R-Value Insulated Foam Self Inflating Sleeping Pad Camping — Sleeping Pad Backpacking Air Mattress—Camping Mattress Self Inflating Camp Mat 4 Seasons Sleep Mat—Camp/Floor/Tent

I purchased this sleeping pad back in 2022 and have now used it on many camping trips across all seasons. It is a great piece of gear, and has been durable as well as comfortable. Takes a few minutes to inflate but I set up other stuff around camp while it's filling. You can top off with a few breaths if you want firmer sleep. Packing is also simple. My most recent trip was car camping, and the tent site was quite rocky. The Gear Doctor pad really helped sitting on tent floor and tarp. Plus, it was unseasonably chilly and the pad kept me nice and warm under my sleeping bag. I am 6 ft, 180lbs, and it's plenty big. I tend to leave it slightly under inflated so it won't slide and is a bit more comfortable. It's been stomped on, tossed around, stuff dropped on it, and never any issues. It's extremely light, but a little bulky for REALLY ultra-light backpacking. Takes up a decent portion of my 40 liter pack. That said, it works great and beats sleeping on the ground or the thin "yoga mat" style pads. I've been very happy with the Gear Doctors sleeping pad long-term and feel good knowing it has a lifetime warranty. If you're considering it, go for it.

I got this for my DIL for her birthday and she loves it. It's got great ground protection from the cold, and it really does self-inflate. She took it out in the soft snow and laid on it to see how well it works and said she could sleep on it without feeling the temp coming through. It inflates when you open the valve and the foam inside expands to pull in the air. Just like when you squeeze all the air out of a nerf ball and then release the pressure. Give it a full 5-10 minutes to do this [maybe more if it's cold], as the inflation process is very gradual. Leave it alone and come back later and put a couple of breaths in it to firm it up. Then to put it away, you fold it in half and crush it as you roll it [with the valve open of course], and this forces the air back out for storage. The storage bag that comes with it is pretty small, so the mat has to be wound tightly. Oh, and this is incredibly light. Seriously, I just put this back in the Amazon box, wrapped it, and she thought I was pranking her with an empty box. Several caveats: 1] The only way to keep this rolled up is to stuff it in the bag, even if you just want to get it out of the way or are temporarily using the bag elsewhere. An attached Velcro strap could solve this. 2] This isn't a problem for those in my family, but this is not a mat size for a large adult. My DIL is petite 5'0 so it works well for her, my son's toes hang off the end at 5'9, but even that is pretty comfortable for him. I'm 6'1 and it's a little small for me, though it is certainly better than many other alternatives. It still fits my torso and primary joints. This is a fine tradeoff for most people trying to keep their load light, but just something you should know. 3] If the outside material [which is fairly thin but very flexible] gets punctured, you would partially deflate this when you lay on it, meaning your pressure joints will feel the ground more. Even then it will be far better than nothing, but the full effect will be lost. This is more a care issue to be aware of so that you are careful that people or the dog aren't walking on it as you are moving around before or after sleep. Do not abuse this thing, take it in the pool, put it on sharp objects or let the pets and kids play on it. Use it as intended and don't abuse it and you should be fine. If you are thinking about this for snow-sledding, a floor mat or anything else not part of sleeping, consider other choices for that. Don't just fall on it. Like anything else that is filled with air, you could blow a seam and it would likely be irreparable. However, should a puncture happen, I do believe a piece of electrical or duct tape, or even a dab of super glue would probably suffice My only other long-term concern is how many times this foam fully expands. She's only used it a few times so everything is great. But I've seen similar foams just get weak and just not have the spring back after 100 uses. Keeping my fingers crossed, but 5 stars for now. Update: She took this with on her latest family camping trip and now it's on a gift list for my son and the oldest grandson. Her only complaint was that people kept "borrowing" it. Still 5 stars and very highly recommended.

UPDATE: So after a couple nights sleeping on this, it started to slowly deflate. To my amazement, I put in for a replacement mid day Saturday; a new one arrived by 5pm Sunday! Yee haa. Didn’t expect that. So. Back at it again, see what happens. I really want to like this pad. Also, owner did respond very quickly to my email (as mentioned in review). I will wait until my next update to talk about the responses. I will say this though: he did confirm they will be seeking ASTM lab test toward the end of the year, beginning of new year! So that’s good news! Original Review: OK, so this review is a tad premature, but initial impressions are high. 4 stars for now. I will need to revise down the road after putting it through a lengthy trial period. Technically, the instructions say to inflate and let it sit for 24 hours. Quite honestly, this particular unit seemed good to go right out of the sack. I followed the instructions to inflate it, and added several breaths, which was necessary to fully inflate. I did let it sit for a few hours. It seemed ready to me. The form looked good and even all around, and the insulation/cushion factor seemed evenly distributed. So I decided to try it out. I placed this on top of my Klymit Static V and slept on it last night. I swear, this particular set up was just like sleeping in my bed. I got the best sleep last night, it was unreal. I’m 5‘8“, running a little overweight at about 185 lbs; that extra above BMI (what should be 145ish) is in the gut 😞🙄. One of these days… I also gave it a short trial by itself, and one trial combined with a Walmart version of a closed cell foam pad underneath. The latter was just a tad more comfortable. I believe, in a pinch, I could get by with either scenario if I needed to. And that’s mainly do to my hips. It’s tough staying young. Pushing 60. Instructions say to allow it to fill for three minutes and then to top off with a few breaths as necessary. This thing blows up easy; it deflates easy. Follow the instructions and it works. Granted, it’s a little bulky, and considered a bit heavy, but for wild camping, it will fit the bill. In fact, this morning I broke both pads down, and simply rolled them together in one long roll and closed the caps. I put the straps around both. Quite honestly this would sit right on top or bottom of a rucksack nicely, and make for a quick break down in the need to vacate camp in a hurry. My reservations are: True R-value, and complaints about huge, weird bubble pockets forming out of the blue. However it does carry a lifetime warranty, sooo… I sent an email to the company Inquiring about their R-value as it is not an ASTM rating. Although I’ve read many reviews which confirm warm sleeping, I also watched one particular YouTuber who did an over nighter on snow at 18F and said it was amazing. If the R-value is true, combined with a Static V which is at R-1.3, I’m good down to 0°F. If I add the Walmart closed cell foam which is rated R2, I’m done. This set up will go down to -25°F. And it will do it at a fraction of the cost of more expensive routes, howbeit at a touch more bulk in the process. But, if budget is the goal, this system is looking promising. I have access to incredible comfort down to R-7.6 for roughly $120 (total) investment. I have a feeling the R-value is probably accurate or fairly close based on other reviews; my only hope is that I don’t end up with the weird bubble situation. Time will tell. I will definitely update down the road after extended use. Oh, one more thing: Instructions say to unroll and fill with air and leave the cap open, and to store underneath a bed, behind the couch, etc. for extended periods of storage. Well, that was another question I inserted into my email, because I don’t have the luxury of that kind of space for long-term storage. So I’m waiting to hear back on how critical this is. It does have a memory for long term shape, so this is the reason. I’m thinking leave it stored in a roll, and break it out once a month or every couple of months and let it sit for a day (?). So far, very impressed for the bang for buck, with a supposed “no hassle” life time warranty. I recently spent over $800 to a garage for a fuel pump replacement in an older car. The pump alone was over $500! It only had a 90 day warranty… 😐. Value is subject to all perimeters!

The Gear Doctors Sleeping Pad is a top-tier choice for anyone seeking a reliable, comfortable, and durable mattress. The self-inflating and compact stowaway design really made it a breeze for traveling. On our trip to the beach, my nephew slept on it and said it’s the best sleep he’s gotten in a while. They are lighter and more comfortable than our cots, so we bought an extra one for our next trip. Highly recommended!

These pads are very warm, quiet and sturdy. Even as side sleepers, they don't bottom out for my spouse or myself. The self inflation works well - twenty minutes to prepare and eat dinner is more than enough. Just don't absentmindedly leave your pack on it while it's supposed to be inflating. The pad is also surprisingly easy to squeeze out and pack up in the morning - there are even instructions on the bag in case you forget how it folds. Despite nights on sharp rocky ground, these pads have held up well so far, but it's also nice to know there are patches in the bag just in case. Although heavier and bulkier than many of the inflatable backpacking pads, these are surprisingly packable as self-inflating options go. My spouse consistently finds the comfort well worth the extra ounces pack weight. I might pick my inflatable for more strenuous trips, but it's case by case, and we both like these pads for car camping. I'm really glad I took a chance on these. Certainly for the price, they are an amazing bargain.

This is good sleep pad. May jot be useful in extreme cold temperatures, but had not issues at 50F+ temperatures. Easy to store and easy to inflate

Got the package today, inflated and tested it for a few minutes on a camping cot I have and it didn't slide all over the place (likely because the cot has a fabric finish that held it like a jute matt does for carpet). It took 10 minutes and 4 big breaths to finish it's inflation to my support style. Love how compact and light it is. Summer camping can't come fast enough. Easy to roll and deflate too. Fits the bag it came in with no effort. Wish it was just a tad wider but at the price it's not really a complaint.

I needed a good pad for a decent price, and I wish I'd have spent a bit more on a better one. Pros: 1.) Inflates easily. I unrolled it, opened the valve,and let it set for about 3 hours. Then all it took was about 3 big breaths to fill it the rest of the way. 2.) It was warm. My trip was this past weekend at the end of January, when the Arctic blast stretched far into the south, and we saw temps drop down to 20⁰ with the wind chill causing it to feel like 10⁰. I was warm and cozy in my 20⁰ Magellan pro mummy bag in my tent on this pad, which leads me into the... Cons: 1.) Although it was warm, it's not thick enough for me when inflated. It has a minimal amount of padding, so it was barely better than being directly on the tent floor with the ground underneath. Which is surprising, because when deflated... 2.) It takes up a lot of space. Deflated, rolled up, and stuffed into the sack, it's about the size of a basketball. You won't be easily taking this hiking, where pack storage is a factor. I didn't require a pack where I went, but it's definitely something to take into consideration. 3.) It's not necessarily difficult, but it also isn't very easy to deflate and roll up enough to fit into the sack. 4.) Depending on what position you sleep in, the width at the feet could be a problem. I constantly found myself with my feet hanging off the side, which then would get cold. The pad tapers along the length from the head to the feet. Overall, it's not a BAD pad, but this review is based on my experience with it. It may be just fine for some people, but not for me. The second night when it got even colder, I used a second pad underneath this one, and slept much more comfortably. But that kind of defeats the purpose. So, I'll be shopping for another pad. Buy once, cry once. Sometimes I still make the mistake of trying to be frugal instead of getting the best from the beginning.

I’ve used the Four Season Cam self-inflating sleeping pad a few times now, and overall, it’s a solid product. It offers great comfort and insulation, especially in colder conditions, and the self-inflating feature works well without much effort. However, the reason I’m giving it 3 stars is the weight. It’s noticeably heavy, which makes it less ideal for backpacking or lightweight travel. If you're car camping or don’t mind the extra bulk, it’s a great choice. But for those looking to keep their gear light, this might be a drawback. Still, the quality and comfort are there—it just depends on your needs.

This is a really well made and comfortable mat. It self inflates within minutes and if you prefer you can just add a bit more sturdiness by blowing a few breaths of air into the nozzle. I was camping in the Cairngorms last week in winter conditions and have used various other mats made by other companies in similar situations but none of them kept me as warm in my sleeping bag as my Gear Doctors one. The actual owner of the family based company Mike has personally contacted me for my opinion of his product and asked if I have had any problems with it which I haven't but was told by him that if there happened to be in the future he assured me that he has given all of his products a warranty that he will stand by 100% I have purchased many products from numerous sellers and have never been notified personally by the owner of the company and to me that speaks volumes of how much pride he takes in both the quality of his work and the opinion and aftercare of his customers. I have already been recommending Gear Doctors to some of my climbing colleagues.

Not gear doctor bad product

Liviano, en volumen si ocupa bastante. Aisla muy bien del suelo y no permite el paso del frío o humedad. Si no tienes tema con el volumen que ocupará en tu mochila, siempre cárgalo, te ayudará contra el frío. Lo probé en el Iztaccihuatl, en dos fechas , ambos por debo de 0 grados C.

I’m 6’4” tall, around 225 with broad shoulders. I searched all over, watched reviews, compared prices, and this pad stood out from the rest for its R value, compact storage size, and price. I was looking for a 3-4 season compact pad for backcountry camping in Canada that was not ridiculously expensive. This pad is a little short for my height, and just fits my shoulder width, but i fully expected that from the advertised dimensions and if anything it seems a little bigger than I expected. The parts of you that contact the ground when laying flat on your back are a little less than your full height and width. Most things aren’t designed for a person my size. I received the sleeping pad a few weeks ago, inflated it and have kept it inflated as they recommend ever since. Slept on it a few times in the basement to test it out. My thoughts so far: Pros: Comfort. Much better than any air mattress I’ve slept on, I believe due to the insulating foam. Warmth, again better than any air mattress due to the foam. Compact size and weight, I got it for backpacking and based on my testing I believe it will work great. Price, much better than most sleeping pads with similar R values. Quality. Seems to be high quality for a great price. My toddler jumped all over it and it held my 225lbs with no issue, did not deflate and no part of me touched the ground or even felt like it came close. Cons: Size. This isn’t really a con, the size is as advertised and with me sleeping high with a pillow just above and on the top it works for me. I imagine if I moved around a lot in my sleep I could slide off but I generally don’t. I’m taking it camping soon and will update my review if I run into any issues but based on my testing I expect it to perform well. Update: Worked great camping, definitely recommend.