Perks
Comfort and light weight are the key advantages of the NeoAir. The air pockets in the bag provide a warm and comfy base for your sleeping bag, and a set of internal reinforcing baffles keeps the pad firm and stable. When folded up, the NeoAir slips easily into your pack and adds less than a pound to your load.
Sacrifices
You give up a little convenience and durability with the NeoAir. As with any air-cushioned pad, there's the possibility of punctures or leaks, which leaves your pad pretty much useless. Add on the slight amount of extra time required for inflation and deflation, and you lose some convenience in your camp set-up and tear-down.
Bottom Line
The advantages of the NeoAir outweigh the disadvantages by a long way. Get this pad if you don't want to sacrifice comfort and light weight when you're on the trail.
Article Written By Nichole Liandi
Based in Virginia, Nichole Liandi has been a freelance writer since 2005. Her articles have appeared on various print and online publications. Liandi has traveled extensively in Europe and East Asia and incorporates her experiences into her articles. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from West Virginia University.
