Therm-a-Rest  Trail Scout Sleeping Pad

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The 1 in. thick, self-inflating Therm-a-Rest Trail Scout pad is compact enough for forays into the backcountry—yet thick enough for comfort on car-camping weekends.

Color: Green
Size: Long
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Features

  • Provides the essential durability and comfort needed to take you more places at an exceptional value
  • Premium foam core wrapped in woven fabric is the same fundamental construction of some of the most durable and high-performance Therm-a-Rest designs
  • One-way WingLock™ valve minimizes inflation and deflation time so you can spend more time enjoying the great outdoors; it offers 3x the airflow of the classic valve
  • Open-cell foam core self-inflates when valve is open—top off with just a few breaths for personalized firmness
  • This pad has an R-value of 3.1, which offers users 3-season warmth
  • Packs down to fit in the included stuff sack, allowing you to take it just about anywhere
  • With its light weight, this pad keeps your pack light and you moving

Made in USA.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Backpacking

Sleeping Pad Type

Self-inflating

Sleeping Pad Shape

Semirectangular

Insulated

Yes

Insulation Type

Open-cell Foam

R-Value

3.1

Stuff Sack Included

Yes

Packed Size

Long: 8 x 13 inches

Sleeping Capacity

1-person

Pad Thickness (in.)

1 inch

Dimensions

Long: 77 x 25 x 1 inches

Weight

Long: 2 lbs. 1 oz.

Gender

Unisex

Buying Advice

A person at a campsite sleeps on top of four sleeping pads

Reviews
94 reviews with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars

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13 out of 25 (52%) reviewers recommend this product

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Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars
Great quality but not the most comfortable
jakub
2 years ago
Firm pad best for people who sleep on their backs. I’m a side sleeper so this did not work out for me. Seemed like great quality though.
jakub
17 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars
Great quality but not the most comfortable
jakub
2 years ago
Firm pad best for people who sleep on their backs. I’m a side sleeper so this did not work out for me. Seemed like great quality though.
jakub
17 people found this review helpful

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Mostly Grapes
Oregon
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

What else do you need?

2 years ago

This is my first backpacking pad. I originally chose this pad because of its entry level status and value and I have been super happy with it. My wife and I both find it to be very comfortable. It’s lighter and warmer than many more expensive pads without jumping into the $200 range. I have used it for dozens of nights and it still looks and feels like new. My only complaints are that it feels like it takes a long time to deflate and roll up and get back into its bag. Also, self inflating is a pretty generous term. I leave it in my tent for about an hour and then still give it 10 or 15 breaths.

Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'3"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Difficult to useVery easy to use

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LightweightHeavy
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Anonymous
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Not as good as they used to be

6 years ago

I have two 20 year old, blue and red Thermarests which are fantastic. Used them a lot and still look like new, made of quality materials. Now having a family, I bought another one trusting the quality is still there. This Trail Scout, which I bought online is a disappointment, seemingly made of cheap materials and can't see it last 20+ years like the old ones. Lucky if I get a couple of seasons out of it. Yes I know it is not the most expensive of the line, but still a Therm-a-rest, and more expensive that the competition. The outer shell is made of thin cheap plastic and brand new out of the box is already deformed from the the way it was packaged, no matter how hard I inflate it. Ii will send it back if I could.

Originally posted on a Cascade Designs brand site
Stan
Durham, NC
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Enthusiastic!

3 years ago

Just bought the "2022" model of this pad and while it appears to have all the features of the older model, the outer surface of this one is not rubbery looking. It also comes with a storage bag. This model looks like the Therm-a-rest I bought 30 years ago and I'm looking forward to it lasting as long. I bought a pad on Amazon that was made in China. While it packed smaller, it crinkled and after two uses it blew a leak (which I can't find). This Therm-a-rest pad is quiet and made in the USA. Wish it packed smaller but it's also a 3 season pad so I'll live with it.

Age:65–74
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'8"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Difficult to useVery easy to use

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Jenny
Grand Rapids, MI
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Hoped for more..

1 year ago

I bought this in June for a trip to the UP for some back country camping. In the store, I was impressed with the comfort (side sleeper) and weight. Practical use in the back country, not so much. Definitely not meant for a side sleeper - lots of tossing and turning due to pressure points. I gave it another try this weekend in 20° weather for a back country hiking trip because of the R value. While still not comfortable, the R value is true effective. I felt no chill whatsoever from the ground. This may be a great mat for a back sleeper and I would definitely recommend it for the insulation.

Age:45–54
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'4"
Yes , I recommend this product

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use
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Highcountry dog hiker
SoCal
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Met my demands for packable dog resistant pad.

9 months ago

I backpack with a 75 lb hound who is indiscriminate around my gear. She had already popped two previous air pads (which I used with my first dog -who was as big - before her for the past 15 years with no problem). I decided to give an air pad one last chance before moving on to closed-cell options. The deal breaker for the Scout Pad : 75D fabric. And after 7 days backpacking in rugged Sierra Nevada, this pad came out unscathed. Couldn't be more happy. I also own the T-a-R Baseacamp for car-camping (also 75D), no problem there with either hound #1 or #2. Pro: tough, valve is great, comfy. Con: you take weight penalty, a little more bulky but still packable (its no bigger than your tent bag).

Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Difficult to useVery easy to use

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Rider51
The Great Pacific Northwest
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Great Value

2 years ago

This pad is a great value from a brand that makes nothing but high quality products, and it's no exception. It's not a thick pack, only about 1", but it's surprisingly comfortable on most terrain, due to its dense foam insulation, which also gives it some warmth. There are certainly lighter pads. There are more comfortable pads. There are warmer pads. But this entry into the Thermarest family of self-inflating pads gets the job done. if you aren't interested in air-only, or close cell foam pads, and want something durable with real insulation and don't have deep pockets, for the price this pad may be for you.

Age:55–64
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Yes , I recommend this product

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jakub
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Great quality but not the most comfortable

2 years ago

Firm pad best for people who sleep on their backs. I’m a side sleeper so this did not work out for me. Seemed like great quality though.

Height:5'11"

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use

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LightweightHeavy
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Aoliver
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great for the thrifty backpacker!

8 years ago

I was in great need for a new roll mat. Considering I was using a cumbersom old air pad that was like sleeping on a half inflated balloon. I stumbled across the trail scout. It was light weight, compact and durable. Not to mention the price was right. I have thus used my trail scout for five years now without missing a beat. Comfortable to sleep on especially for my arthritis. It's not as thick as most pads but for the buck it's well worth it! I liked it so much I purchased a second one for my wife. Since then we've been taking our dog with us and as long as there is a blanket on the pad her nails don't cut into the pad.

Originally posted on a Cascade Designs brand site
Rob S
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Good First Sleeping Pad

2 years ago

I'd only really camped one other time before I purchased this sleeping pad as my first personally owned one. I found it plenty soft enough when inflated to sleep comfortably, even over some roots at a couple campsites. I used it in a two person tent that I shared with another camper, and it's tapered design seemed like it helped make it feel like it didn't take up too much space, even in the tall size (the tall size itself was the right call for a tall person!). Nights only got down to low 50s or maybe upper 40s one night, but I never felt like the sleeping pad was an issue with staying warm. (Used in conjunction with a 30F sleeping bag and wearing pants and a long sleeve shirt.) It gave me no problems over a 4 night trip into the Boundary Waters, and I'm looking forward to getting a lot more use out of it.

Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'4"
Yes , I recommend this product

Ease of Use

Difficult to useVery easy to use

Product Weight

LightweightHeavy
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Rider51
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Great Value from a Trusted Brand

2 years ago

This pad is a great value from Therm-a-Rest, who makes nothing but high quality products, and it's no exception. It's not a thick pad, only about 1", but it's surprisingly comfortable on most terrain due to its dense foam insulation, which also gives it some warmth. There are certainly lighter pads. There are more comfortable pads. There are warmer pads. But this entry into the Therm-a-rest family of self-inflating pads gets the job done. if you aren't interested in air-only, or close cell foam pads, and want something durable with real insulation and don't have deep pockets, for the price this pad may be for you.

Originally posted on a Cascade Designs brand site
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