Two sleeping pads worth lining up side by side. The RidgeRest SOLite takes a modest overall edge, led by warmth, but the RidgeRest Classic has its own case.
| Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite | Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| GearScore | 81✓ | 76 |
| Warmth (R-value) | 2.8 R✓ | 2.0 R |
| Weight | 14.0 oz | 14.0 oz |
| Warmth-to-weight | 0.71 R/100g✓ | 0.50 R/100g |
| Packed size | 16.44 L | 16.44 L |
| Thickness | 0.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Durability | 100 /100 | 100 /100 |
| Price | $49.95 | $34.95✓ |
| Features | 0 | 0 |
| Type | Closed-cell foam | Closed-cell foam |
| Shape | Rectangular | Rectangular |
Highlighted cells mark the better spec: RidgeRest SOLite in blue, RidgeRest Classic in amber. A blank spec is never counted as a win. GearScore is the rating for the Overall use-case (0 to 100). Pick another above to re-score. Prices are current MSRP.
The Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite and Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Classic take different routes to the same job. The RidgeRest SOLite wins on warmth and warmth-to-weight, and the RidgeRest Classic pushes back on price.
The RidgeRest SOLite is warmer (R 2.8 vs R 2) and stronger on warmth-to-weight. The RidgeRest Classic is $15 cheaper. On the default GearScore the RidgeRest SOLite leads 81 to 76.
Pick the RidgeRest SOLite if you care most about warmth and warmth-to-weight, which makes it the better call for colder nights and shoulder-season trips. Pick the RidgeRest Classic if price matter more to you, or you are focused on getting the most for your money.
The Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite. It is warmer (R 2.8 vs R 2) than the RidgeRest Classic.
The Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite. It is stronger on warmth-to-weight than the RidgeRest Classic.
The Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite, 81 to 76 on the default algorithm. You can re-weight the factors to match your trip.
It depends on your priorities. Go with the RidgeRest SOLite for warmth, or the RidgeRest Classic for price. The spec table above shows exactly where each wins.