Big Agnes Insulated Q Core Review

Since our testing period last fall with the q core slx insulated pad big agnes gave it some updates.

Big agnes insulated q core review.

I have inflated it by mouth and i remember it taking less than 2 minutes. When it comes to superlight three season comfort this pad stands alone. Here you can see the quilted baffles in the q core compared to the vertical baffles in the insulated air core. Take the comfort of your bed outdoors with the big agnes insulated q core sl.

I found it to be a little bit more difficult to inflate than my previous big agnes pads but it wasn t really a major difference. The new q core deluxe has become the most comfortable sleeping pad on the planet. The big agnes pad also takes four or five times as long to deflate since the air must exit the. Providing 3 season comfort it s light tough toasty packable and easy to inflate deflate.

Redesigned offset i beams create incredible multi directional support and stability. The big agnes q core slx is a super cushy sleeping pad that differentiates itself from other pads with its large side rails that help keep users centered and 4 25 inches of supportive thickness. The q core slx is lighter tougher easier to inflate deflate packs smaller sleeps warmer. The slx is one of the thickest backpacking pads on the market which means it s really comfortable but also that there s a lot of space to fill with your lungs.

Up the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry with the big agnes q core slx sleeping pad. Most comfortable it s hyatt level comfort for only a pound says one tester who calls the ounce shaving mummy shape and 3 5 inches of cushion the ideal balance of efficiency and comfort instead. The q core inflate deflate valve is very small diameter and the idea of blowing spit and breath humidity into the big agnes through the tiny mouth piece mat is distasteful. The new pad is lime green in color and features primaloft silver insulation with a heat reflective barrier to trap and reflect body heat and it boasts an r value of 3 2.

The q core slx ups the ante on quilted comfort in the backcountry. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed.