Therm-a-Rest

Invented in 1971 by climbers and engineers, Therm-a-Rest revolutionized outdoor sleep by creating the world's first self-inflating mattress. Today, their science-driven sleeping pads and camping gear continue to deliver comfortable, restorative nights under the stars

Therm-a-Rest

In 1971, a fortuitous mix of unemployed engineers, a leaky foam gardening pad, and the dream of a better way to sleep under the stars came together to change how we experience the outdoors forever. As climbers, Jim Lea, Neil Anderson and John Burroughs knew firsthand that long days in the hills were only made longer by a horrible night's rest, and a better sleeping pad was key to changing that equation. This blend of science and a desire to make the most of every day outdoors created the world's first self-inflating air mattress, and it continues to be the fuel that drives Therm-a-Rest today.