Wes Siler is your guide to leading a more exciting life in the great outdoors. As Outside’s outdoor lifestyle columnist, he writes about the intersections of science, news, politics, gear, vehicles ...

Having a decent sleeping pad is critical for enjoying a good night’s sleep outdoors. The best sleeping pads — combined with a cozy sleeping bag and camping pillow — can even be as comfortable as your ...

If you’ve ever gone camping without a sleeping mat (scrimping on weight or just through forgetfulness), you’ll understand how invaluable that layer between your body and the ground is. A sleeping mat ...

Closed-cell foam pads are the original backpacking sleep system technology. Although these tend to be the least comfortable pad style, they are extremely reliable and can last for decades if treated ...

Getting a good night's sleep while camping deep in the backwoods and far from a bed can be a tall order unless you have the right backpacking sleeping pad for the job. When hauling all your gear miles ...

It’s not all in the name: sleeping pads do smooth over the rocks and twigs, but they also insulate you from the cold ground. A roundup of pads that elevate your body and your body temperature. Foam is ...

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Johns Manville (JM), a leading global manufacturer of energy-efficient building and industrial insulation products and a Berkshire Hathaway company, announced today the ...