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REI's Labor Day sale features the retailer's best-selling camping gear, outdoor apparel and even bicycles for up to 40% off. Despite the thousands of products to comb through, the stars of the deal were the Exped sleeping pads, which we used and can confidently say are the best sleep on earth. If you're looking to step outside this fall, you can now get one of the brand's best-selling models for under $150.
The Exped MegaMat 10 Sleeping Pad is on sale now for $144 – 40% off the regular price of $240. This lightweight car camping mattress has received nearly 400 five-star reviews from customers who have gone so far as to call it “more comfortable” than their Tempur-Pedic mattress at home. It comes in two sizes – Normal Wide and Long X-Wide – and comes in a neutral shade of green. The discount only lasts until September 2nd, so get your gear on soon.
Exped MegaMat 10 Sleeping Pad, Regular Width, $144 (was $240) at REI
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This camping mattress is designed to provide optimal sleeping conditions in tents, caravans, RVs and anywhere else you want to get quality sleep away from home. Two dimensions are roughly 72 x 26 x 4 and 78 x 30 x 4 inches, which is large enough to provide a plush sleeping space while compact enough to fit in a tight two-person tent. The internal construction is what makes it really comfortable: the open-cell foam helps insulate the mattress, while the horizontal air channels distribute the weight evenly when you lie on it, while making it easier to carry. A large suction nozzle and foot pump make inflation super easy, and a special release flap allows air to escape more quickly when it's time to pack.
Those who have slept on this camping mattress are impressed with its comfort. “This rug is pure joy,” exclaimed one customer. “Extremely comfortable, easy to inflate and deflate and can be stored in the included bag. The little pump included is perfect for inflating if you let it inflate for at least 10 minutes… Really more comfortable than my expensive mattress at home.”
Exped MegaMat 10 Sleeping Pad, Long X-Wide, $156 (was $260) at REI
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Other customers have commented that this is one of the few sleeping pads that allows them to get a good night's sleep while camping. “After two restless nights on a full-size air mattress last weekend, I tried this last night. It's just amazing comfort. I might have to sleep on it at home.” Another customer agreed, saying, “Life changing mat! So comfortable! I couldn't believe it held its shape and was comfortable all night long!”
Whether you're looking to save space in your gear or just looking for a smaller sleeping pad, the Exped MegaMat 10 should absolutely be at the top of your list while it's 40% off during REI's Labor Day sale. Order yours soon, though—the best camping gear is selling out left and right, and there's no telling how long they'll be in stock.