Which Mat for You
How do I choose a mattress?
Begin choosing a mattress by going to the home page and choose the range that's right for you.
When buying a mattress, how should I compare comfort versus weight?
View a mattress that’s comfortable but within your goal for weight. If weight is not an issue because you are travelling by car then thickness provides more support. Comfort and weight are trade-offs, as the thickest mattresses are often the heaviest. Minimalists and those taking long trips carrying the mattress generally opt for the lightest and most compact mattress possible. Our lightest self-inflating mattresses require extra care to prevent punctures, so if you spend long periods of time camping you should consider an Original Multimat® (roll-mat) closed-cell pad as a puncture-proof alternative.
Which Original Multimat® (roll-mat) are most comfortable?
Our Family Premium and Advance Camp Ranges offer the maximum in comfort.
What type of user should consider the Adventure Range?
These mattresses are engineered for users who will be carrying their mattress, and consider mobility and pack ability as the most important criteria rather than durability and comfort. These mattresses are durable and comfortable, but our Expedition mattresses are warmer, more durable and comfortable, with only a slight increase in weight.
How do I determine the best mattress width for me?
The mattress you select should be wide enough that your torso does not hang over the edges. This is a matter of individual comfort, so lie on the mattress you’re going to buy to make sure it’s a comfortable width. Our mattresses come in 510, 600 & 660mm widths.
What are “R-values”?
R-values are a measure of insulation and are based on a mattress being fully inflated. The higher the value, the warmer you will sleep. For a higher R-value, fully inflate your mattress.
If I buy an Adventure mattress, will it be warm enough on the snow?
No. The Adventure Mattress is designed for three-season travelling or competitive racing. Some people sleep colder than others, and snow camping pros prefer to sleep with an Expedition mattress Summit mat under their self-inflating mattress for increased warmth. If you sleep particularly cold, we recommend the combination of a closed-cell and self-inflating mattress for extra protection. See Pro Tips for more snow camping ideas.
Are there CFCs in Multimat® mattresses?
Multimat has a concern for the environment and does not use CFC’s or chlorinated hydrocarbons.
Why don't you sew accessory straps to the ends of the mattresses?
Because the fabric is so heavily coated, stitching causes a perforation and a likely path for the sewn-on strap to rip off and damage the mattress.
What type of user should consider the Expedition Range?
Designed for polar ‘unsupported’ expeditions without re-supply - offering the precise balance of weight reduction and warmth – built with a tougher more durable construction are slightly larger.
