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REI's Labor Day sale features some of the retailer's most sought-after camping gear, outdoor apparel, and even bikes at discounts of up to 40% off. Despite the thousands of products to comb through, the stars of the sale have been sleeping pads from Exped, which we've used and can confidently say provide some of the best sleep you'll have on the ground. If you're looking to get outside this fall, you can pick up one of the brand's bestselling models for under $150 right now.
Exped's MegaMat 10 Sleeping Pad is on sale starting at just $144—a 40% discount on the normal $240 price. This lightweight car camping mattress has earned nearly 400 five-star ratings from shoppers who have gone as far as calling it "more comfortable" than their Tempur-Pedic mattress at home. It's available in two sizes—Regular Wide and Long X-Wide—and comes in a neutral shade of green. The discount only lasts until Sept. 2, so make sure to grab one for your gear kit soon.
This camping mattress was designed to bring optimal sleeping conditions to tents, campers, SUVs, and anywhere else you're trying to get quality sleep away from home. Its two sizes measure roughly 72-by-26-by-4 and 78-by-30-by-4 inches, which is big enough to provide a plush sleeping space while remaining compact enough to fit inside a tight two-person tent. The inner construction is what makes it so comfortable: Open-cell foam helps insulate the mattress while horizontal air channels evenly distribute your weight when lying on it while also making it lighter to carry. A large intake nozzle and foot pump make it exceptionally easy to inflate, and a special release flap allows air to escape more quickly when it's time to pack up.
Those who have slept on this camping mattress are wowed by its comfort. "This mat is pure joy," a shopper exclaimed. "It’s supremely comfortable, easy to inflate and deflate, and put away in the included bag. The little included pump is perfect for topping off after letting it inflate for 10 minutes or so…It is truly more comfortable than my expensive mattress at home."
Other shoppers have noted that it's one of the few sleeping pads that's allowed them to find restful sleep at the campsite. "After two restless nights this past weekend on a full-size inflatable mattress, I tried this last night. Simply amazing comfort. Might have to sleep on it at home." Another shopper agreed, saying, "Life-changing mat! So comfortable! I couldn’t believe how it held its shape and stayed comfy all night!"
Whether you're trying to save space in your gear kit or you're just looking for a smaller sleeping pad, Exped's MegaMat 10 needs to be at the absolute top of your list while it's 40% off during REI's Labor Day sale. Make sure to order yours soon, though—top camping gear has been selling out left and right, and there's no telling how much longer these will be in stock.
