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Nemo Switchback Ultralight Foam Sleeping Pad

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Description

The Switchback is Nemo's closed-cell foam sleeping pad: no valve, no pump, nothing to puncture. Hexagonal moulded nodes give it more thickness and a warmer, more forgiving surface than a flat foam mat, and it folds concertina style onto the outside of a pack.

Who it's for

Anyone who wants a pad that cannot fail. Closed-cell foam has no valve, no baffles and nothing to puncture - you can drop it on a stick, sit on it at a lunch stop, strap it to the outside of a pack and it does not care. Thru-hikers, scouts, and anybody who has woken up on a flat air mat at 3am.

What R-value means for you

R-value 2 covers spring through autumn, and the way the Switchback gets there is clever: a metallized thermal film layer reflects heat back at you instead of letting the ground take it, and 15% more heat-trapping space than a standard foam pad holds it there. That is a warmer night than the category usually delivers.

Comfort and noise

Hexagonal nodes moulded from dual-density Axiotomic foam create Hypnoelastic zones that conform to your body - firmer where you need support, softer where you need give. Silent, obviously: there is no air to move, so rolling over makes no noise at all.

Inflation and packing

None required. Unfold and lie down, which at the end of a long day is worth more than it sounds. It folds concertina-style rather than rolling, so it packs flat against a pack rather than as a fat tube.

Weight

415 g in the Regular and 300 g in the Short, packing to 51 x 13 x 14 cm and 51 x 13 x 10.75 cm.

Durability and repair

Nothing to repair. That is the whole argument for foam: no puncture kit, no slow leak, no night spent on the ground. Many people carry one as their only pad, and plenty carry one under an air mat for winter.

Specifications
  • Color
    Sunset Orange
  • Insulation
    Closed-cell foam with low-emissivity film
  • Minimum Weight
    Regular 415 g; Short 300 g
  • Packed Size
    Regular 51 x 13 x 14 cm; Short 51 x 13 x 10.75 cm
  • Packed Weight
    Regular - 415 g; Short - 300 g
  • R-Value
    2
  • Fabric (shell, rainfly, Canopy, lining, floor)
    PE Foam
  • Thickness
    2.3 cm
  • Length
    250 mm
  • Height
    250 mm
  • Width
    500 mm
  • Shape
    Rectangular

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Additional Information
  • Highly-efficient, hexagonal nesting pattern allocates more space for taller, wider nodes, providing significantly greater plushness.
  • More precise tooling eliminates wasted space between folded layers, enabling taller nodes to nest tighter for a smaller packed size.
  • Taller nodes create more space for uncompressed sleeping bag insulation, trapping more warmth around your body.
  • Premium dual-density Axiotomic foam offers a supple layer for comfort and a resilient layer for support.
  • Metallized thermal reflective film reflects heat back to your body and is protected by a durable film.
  • Axiotomic dual-density foam is optimized for well-balanced compression and abrasion resistance.
  • Extremely easy to use and delivers comfort and security for all types of adventure, from mountaineering and thru-hiking to camping on a budget.
  • Folding panel design allows for lightning-fast, easy setup and packing.
  • Use as a standalone pad for ultralight durability and comfort or pair with another pad for extra insulation and comfort in extreme cold conditions.
  • Protected by NEMO two (2) years warranty only. 

FAQ's

What R-value do I need?
R-value 2 covers spring through autumn. The Switchback gets there using a metallized film layer that reflects your body heat back at you.

Is foam comfortable enough?
Hexagonal nodes in dual-density Axiotomic foam create zones that are firmer where you need support and softer where you need give.

Why choose foam over an air pad?
Nothing to puncture and nothing to inflate. You unfold it and lie down, and it cannot fail in the night.

How much does it weigh?
415 g in the Regular and 300 g in the Short, packing to 51 x 13 x 14 cm.

Is it noisy?
Silent. There is no air to move, so rolling over makes no sound at all.

Can I use it with an air mat?
Plenty of people do for winter - stacking a foam pad under an air mat adds warmth and gives you a backup if the air mat fails.