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Sleeping Pads Get Dirty, too.
Regular cleaning and proper storage are essential for extending the life and maintaining the performance of your sleeping pad.
To clean your pad:
- Never put your pad in a washing machine.
- Ensure the valve is securely closed before cleaning.
- Wash your pad with warm water and a mild hand soap or a dedicated gear wash.
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Allow your pad to dry completely before storing it.
Bonus: For sap or sticky residue, try using an alcohol wipe or mineral oil for removal.
How to Store Your Pad
Proper storage is critical to maintaining your pad’s condition and functionality. Your pad comes from the factory tightly rolled and in its own stuff sack, and that's the best way to pack and store it all the time! To prevent mold and mildew from forming inside the pad, make sure it’s bone-dry inside and out before packing it away! To store your pad properly, follow these steps:
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Lay It Out
Unroll your pad on a flat surface and let the air out by opening the OUT valve (for 2-valve pads), using the keyed tab (for 1-valve pads and pillows), or removing the plug completely (for self-inflating pads). Applying body weight can help speed up deflation.
Pro Tip: If you’re near a picnic table, it’s a great place to deflate your pad without bending over, plus it helps keep your pad clean.
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Fold Your Pad
Fold the pad in thirds (for Air Chamber pads) or in half (for Self-inflating pads) lengthwise.
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Roll, Don’t Stuff
After folding, tightly roll your pad from the bottom up, towards the valve. Avoid stuffing it into the stuff sack, as this may damage both the pad and the sack.
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Pack It In
If rolled tightly, your pad should easily fit into the stuff sack. If not, repeat the deflation and rolling process until it fits snugly. Once packed, close the sack and you’re ready to hit the trail!