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NEMO redefined the classic closed-cell foam sleeping pad to deliver more thickness and plush comfort in an industry-leading packed size. Switchback™ features hexagonal nodes, which are molded with our dual-density Axiotomic™ foam to create Hypnoelastic™ zones that conform to your body in a perfect balance of comfort and support. Switchback™ also leverages a metalized thermal film layer to efficiently reflect heat back to your body. Blend that with 15% more heat-trapping space, this new innovative design is able to deliver a warmer, more comfortable sleep than other pads in this category.
| Minimum Weight | 14.5 oz / 415 g |
| Packed Weight | 14.5 oz / 415 g |
| Packed Size | 20.0 x 5.0 x 5.5 in / 51 x 13 x 14 cm |
| Climate | Three-Season |
| R-Value | 2 |
| Thickness | 0.9 in |
| Dimensions | 72 x 20 x 0.9 in / 183 x 51 x 2 cm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
Bought this mostly for glassing and napping and yoga during hunting season. It's very comfortable even though it isn't super thick. Super nice to be off the ground and be able to take my boots off and air my feet out find a way to nap in some weird spots and glass for a long time. I bring this with me even when I bring an inflatable. Material has held up nicely on some very poky terrain. Folds down nicely too.
NEMO Switchback: A lightweight pad for a firm night’s sleepWe’ve used several NEMO Switchback pads for years and they’ve held up well. Ours look a little worse for wear now but they still work nicely. They’re very light and easy to carry and you can cut one down to the length you need which makes it practical to get a pad for each member of the family.The Switchback isn’t thick or plush. It gives you a little cushioning and good support while still feeling like a firm sleeping surface. My wife puts hers directly on the ground lays her sleeping bag on top and sleeps comfortably. She wakes up without back pain on it even though softer beds often leave her back hurting.It’s also easy to deal with if it gets wet: shake it off and set it in the sun for a few minutes. Just take a moment to clear away rocks sticks and bumps before laying it down. If you like firm sleep and only need a little softening underneath you this pad is a good choice.
Used for bivy backpacking light and easy/quick to setup and pretty comfortable
Brought chair July 2025 and have been using ever since. It is an amazing chair for hanging out around the solo stove in the back yard or in the mountains. Very easy to setup. Great for having conversations or lounging admiring the cosmos.
I bought this a few weeks ago to bring with my on some light and fast spring trips. Sleeping pad is light and comfy and perfect on colder nights or to add extra insulation during cold weather trips when I pair it with my air sleeping pad. Great when used alone on ultralight trips but also works great to enhance comfort on longer or colder tips.
Bought this mostly for glassing and napping and yoga during hunting season. It's very comfortable even though it isn't super thick. Super nice to be off the ground and be able to take my boots off and air my feet out find a way to nap in some weird spots and glass for a long time. I bring this with me even when I bring an inflatable. Material has held up nicely on some very poky terrain. Folds down nicely too.
NEMO Switchback: A lightweight pad for a firm night’s sleepWe’ve used several NEMO Switchback pads for years and they’ve held up well. Ours look a little worse for wear now but they still work nicely. They’re very light and easy to carry and you can cut one down to the length you need which makes it practical to get a pad for each member of the family.The Switchback isn’t thick or plush. It gives you a little cushioning and good support while still feeling like a firm sleeping surface. My wife puts hers directly on the ground lays her sleeping bag on top and sleeps comfortably. She wakes up without back pain on it even though softer beds often leave her back hurting.It’s also easy to deal with if it gets wet: shake it off and set it in the sun for a few minutes. Just take a moment to clear away rocks sticks and bumps before laying it down. If you like firm sleep and only need a little softening underneath you this pad is a good choice.
Used for bivy backpacking light and easy/quick to setup and pretty comfortable
Brought chair July 2025 and have been using ever since. It is an amazing chair for hanging out around the solo stove in the back yard or in the mountains. Very easy to setup. Great for having conversations or lounging admiring the cosmos.
I bought this a few weeks ago to bring with my on some light and fast spring trips. Sleeping pad is light and comfy and perfect on colder nights or to add extra insulation during cold weather trips when I pair it with my air sleeping pad. Great when used alone on ultralight trips but also works great to enhance comfort on longer or colder tips.
Bought this mostly for glassing and napping and yoga during hunting season. It's very comfortable even though it isn't super thick. Super nice to be off the ground and be able to take my boots off and air my feet out find a way to nap in some weird spots and glass for a long time. I bring this with me even when I bring an inflatable. Material has held up nicely on some very poky terrain. Folds down nicely too.
NEMO Switchback: A lightweight pad for a firm night’s sleepWe’ve used several NEMO Switchback pads for years and they’ve held up well. Ours look a little worse for wear now but they still work nicely. They’re very light and easy to carry and you can cut one down to the length you need which makes it practical to get a pad for each member of the family.The Switchback isn’t thick or plush. It gives you a little cushioning and good support while still feeling like a firm sleeping surface. My wife puts hers directly on the ground lays her sleeping bag on top and sleeps comfortably. She wakes up without back pain on it even though softer beds often leave her back hurting.It’s also easy to deal with if it gets wet: shake it off and set it in the sun for a few minutes. Just take a moment to clear away rocks sticks and bumps before laying it down. If you like firm sleep and only need a little softening underneath you this pad is a good choice.
Used for bivy backpacking light and easy/quick to setup and pretty comfortable
Brought chair July 2025 and have been using ever since. It is an amazing chair for hanging out around the solo stove in the back yard or in the mountains. Very easy to setup. Great for having conversations or lounging admiring the cosmos.
I bought this a few weeks ago to bring with my on some light and fast spring trips. Sleeping pad is light and comfy and perfect on colder nights or to add extra insulation during cold weather trips when I pair it with my air sleeping pad. Great when used alone on ultralight trips but also works great to enhance comfort on longer or colder tips.
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