Sara Baird checks out the Elegear Double Sleeping Pad for outdoor adventures.
A good night’s sleep will make an incredible camping trip even better. It can even be the difference between loving your experience and swearing never to do it again. Last summer my husband and I decided to try tent camping again after primarily using a camper for several years. We packed up our old equipment and took off for a weekend. We packed some slim sleeping pads we used when we were much younger.
It did not take us long to regret not investing in a better sleeping pad. We dealt with a wet tent floor on the first night and were too close to the rocks and roots for comfort the next two nights. We survived this experience but decided to invest in a quality sleeping pad before we ventured out camping with our tent again. When Elegear asked me to try out the Double Sleeping Pad for Camping I was excited to check it out.
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Elegear
Elegear was built to ensure that people can find the outdoor equipment that they need. Elegear lives for outdoor adventure and is dedicated to developing quality outdoor products to provide customers with the best products and services. They sell a variety of outdoor supplies including sleeping mats, wagons, and beach tents. You can find their products on Amazon.com.
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The Elegear Double Sleeping Pad for Camping
 The Elegear sleeping pad is 4 inches thick and measures 79 X 55 inches. The large size and thickness are designed for two people to sleep comfortably without bottoming out. The weight capacity of this mat is 800 lbs, making it firm and comfortable.
The sleeping pad comes with a built-in foot pump. This makes it easy to inflate without carrying extra equipment. It is made from 40D nylon and TPU materials to make it durable and tear-resistant to ensure it is strong enough to last in rugged environments. For portability, this pad was designed to weigh only 5 lbs and comes with a carrying case.
Testing Out the Elegear Sleeping Pad
Our winter has been pretty mild, so I hoped we would have an early spring to test this pad out on a camping trip. Unfortunately, we received all our winter storms this spring so I needed to settle for testing it out on the deck on a warmish spring day. The sleeping pad was easy to unpack and the enclosed directions provided clear directions to set up the mat.
I rolled out the pad on top of a tarp, plugged the air holes in the pillows, and then used the foot pump to inflate it. It took a little bit of trial and error to figure out how to best use the foot pump but I was able to inflate the pad in about 5 minutes.  The hardest part of this was making sure I didn’t block the air hole after compressing the pump.
I inflated it outside because I intended to try it out in the back of my car. I have a mid-size SUV with a hatch that can be nice to sleep in. I found that it was too big and firm to fit. So my next best bet was to try it out on the deck. I grabbed a blanket and took a nap in the sun. I also had my husband test it out with me to see if we could both sleep comfortably on the pad.  He said it felt wonderful.
The built-in pillow made the pad very comfortable. I was surprised by how firm the pad was. There was almost no bounce as my husband moved around next to me. The pad is 4 inches thick and stayed warm underneath me in the 50-degree weather. I was a little worried when my dog decided to check out the sleeping pad. I was sure her nails would puncture it but it held up to her walking across the pad.
When it came time to put the mat away I simply unplugged the three air holes and rolled it up.  It was very easy to deflate and roll up to store in the bag it came with. Deflating it and rolling it up took less time than airing it up.
My Recommendation
I found the Elegear Double Sleeping Pad to be a quality product and believe it will make a great addition to our camping gear. It is large enough to accommodate both of us and the thickness and firmness will make sleeping on the ground comfortable. If your vehicle is a bit larger it would also function well as a pad for sleeping in your car.
It also appears to be very sturdy and rugged. I dragged it around the house and bumped into a variety of items while trying to fit it in my car and it held up to that and to my dog walking across it.  The built-in air pump makes it easy to use and increases its portability since you will not need to pack an air pump. You can check out the Elegear Double Sleeping Pad on Amazon.
Your thoughts?
Are there times you have regretted not packing a sleeping pad on your camping adventures? What has been your experience and what are your impressions of the Elegear Double Sleeping Pad? Please share your thoughts in the comments below and check out other equipment reviews on Camping for Women’s dedicated reviews tab.
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Sara Baird
I am an adventurer at heart, always looking for the next opportunity to learn something new. I spend my winter days working with high school students to explore their interests and develop passions.
I spend my evenings and summers developing new hobbies and being outdoors as much as possible. I enjoy camping, hiking, cross country skiing, and biking.
That would be a great item to have during camping and love how detail you are with the information about the product.
The double sleeping bag is a must for sure. I never had one and sleeping while camping was very challenging.
I am so happy that there are so many wonderful things now that as a family we can bring camping to and this double sleeping pad is no exception. While I can adapt to sleeping on a sleeping bag, I would prefer a padded one. Nothing like waking up to a morning feeling new! Sleeping on the ground doesn’t quite do that. More like bad aches in the back!!!
I’ve been wanting to go camping forever, but my hubby doesn’t want to give up his comforts. I think with mattress I can convince him – adventure meets comfort.
This double sleeping pad would be perfect for camping. Thanks a lot for sharing.
I suffer from chronic pain and have a bad back. So if I ever decided to go camping, I’d definitely have to have something like this to sleep on.
That sleeping pad looks very comfy and I know we need one for our future camping trips.
The Elegear Double Sleeping Pad seems incredibly convenient for camping with its easy-to-inflate design and spacious sleeping area. It looks like a great option for couples or friends looking for a comfortable and hassle-free sleeping solution in the great outdoors.
That sounds like a great product for camping with plenty of nice features. Definitely good to prepare products that are wonderful in quality.
I so need this mattress for my camping needs! It is perfevct and not too big but looks like it will provide enough cushion to be extra comfy! Love it and cannot wiat to go camping!
Thanks for sharing your experience with the Elegear Double Sleeping Pad. It sounds like an absolute game-changer for camping trips, especially after those less-than-comfy experiences with slim sleeping pads.
We love to go camping and hate sleeping on the ground. This would be such a game changer for us.
This does look like it’ll be helpful when you camp! I know I need a nice pad if I’m going to sleep on the ground.
Awesome to have a sleeping pad like this, to make sure to sleep comfortably camping and going out picnics as well.
I remember camping as a kid and hating the feeling of the hard ground. This double sleeping pad would’ve been perfect!
This looks like a comfortable mattress for camping. I usually don’t enjoy camping because I’m not comfortable. I’ll have to look into this mattress.
This sleeping pad is fully awesome! You get the comfort of a mattress without having to lug around an inflatable one that takes up a ton of space.
YES! I have to get this! We usually bring an inflatable mattress but that’s so big. This the perfect answer.
This looks like a nice sleeping pad. I like the size and the thickness of the padding. I have not been camping much lately, since it is tough for me to sleep on the ground without enough comfort.
Nice one! It’s great to hear that you have found the Elegear Double Sleeping Pad to be a quality product that will make a great addition to your camping gear. It’s also great to know that the pad is sturdy and rugged, as well as portable with its built-in air pump.
I’ve only been camping a few times. The products you’ve discussed seem like that they would be valuable for the outdoors.
I really enjoy camping! This looks like the perfect mattress for me to bring along on my summer trips.
Elegear sounds like a really high-quality brand! This is perfect for camping.