Rab Ionosphere 5 Inflatable Sleeping Pad

Product detailed description

The Rab Ionosphere 5 inflatable sleeping pad is designed to offer the highest possible level of comfort and, above all, thermal insulation even in the most demanding conditions. Thanks to its 8 cm thickness, it won’t sag easily and is also well-suited for side sleepers. The two side walls are higher, which helps keep you in place on the mat.

TILT

The TILT (Thermo Ionic Lining) reflective foil inside the insulation reduces heat loss through radiation, while Stratus™ R insulation traps air to reduce heat loss through convection. This ensures you can recharge for tomorrow, even if the temperature drops. A major advantage is that the inner foil does not curl at all, so it remains sufficiently quiet even when you toss and turn. Thanks to these technologies, the mat achieves a very good thermal resistance value of R = 4.8, making it a fully-fledged three-season mat. However, for use on snow, we would still recommend adding a foam pad.

Sustainability

As a climate-neutral company, naturally uses recycled materials in its production. The outer fabric is recycled 20D polyester with a TPU inner layer and fluorocarbon-free DWR (the bottom of the sleeping pad is made of more durable 30D). The outer fabric also features a gradient print that helps keep the sleeping bag in place. The Stratus™ inner insulation is also 100% recycled polyester.

Simple and quick inflation

Rabu really nailed the valve design. It’s located on the side of the mat’s bottom; it’s flat and therefore doesn’t get in the way at all. To inflate, simply flip open the first cap and you can start inflating right away; in this case, air enters the mat in only one direction (it cannot deflate). When you want to deflate the mat, just flip open the second cap and the air is out in a second. Deflating is surprisingly easy and fast. The package also includes a great inflatable bag. In our opinion, it’s the best inflatable bag we’ve ever seen. It’s huge, but weighs only 71 grams. It’s incredibly easy to pump air into it, it has taped seams, and you can easily turn it into a fully functional waterproof bag that you can use, for example, as a cover for your sleeping bag. You can inflate the mat in about three pumps. Easy and fast—we give it 10 out of 10 here.

Great bag

Another thing Rab really nailed is the perfect sleeping pad bag. It works completely differently from all the traditional bags from other manufacturers. It’s essentially a simple pouch with an elastic hem, into which you can easily slip the rolled-up mat, and the opening is covered by a simple “lid” with integrated elastic bands. There’s no struggle when packing it up. Packing it is truly a breeze. Inside the pouch, you’ll also find a small pocket with a repair kit.

Dimensions

It comes in two sizes. The Regular is the standard 183 x 51 cm with a mummy shape. The Large version is ideal for taller people thanks to its dimensions of 196 x 64 cm. The Rab Ionosphere 5 inflatable sleeping pad may not be the lightest on the market, but on the other hand, it offers exceptional comfort, excellent insulation, and several features that make it a truly outstanding product. If you aren’t strictly a “gram-counter” but want to get a good night’s sleep above all else, the Rab Ionosphere 5 is a good choice.

We recommend placing Tyvek under every inflatable sleeping pad, as it significantly reduces the risk of punctures.

Rab Ionosphere 5:

• TILT reflective foil.
• Raised side chambers.
• Two-way valve.
• Inflatable bag that can be used as a dry bag – weight 71 g.
• Repair kit included.

Technical specifications:

• Weight: 555 g (Regular - separate sleeping pad), 804 g (Long Wide).
• Dimensions: 183 x 51 x 8 cm (Regular), 196 x 64 x 8 cm (Long Wide).
• Packed dimensions: 23 x 11 cm (Regular), 28 x 12 cm (Long Wide).
• Thermal resistance: R = 4.8.

Materials:

• Material: 100% recycled 20D polyester (top layer).
• Material: 100% recycled 30D polyester (bottom).
• Insulation: Stratus™ - 100% recycled.