Exped Ultra 6.5R Mummy.
R-value 6.9, 12.5 oz in Medium, 3.5 in thick. Exped's current all-season Ultra in its lightest mummy cut — the pad that replaces the retired Ultra 5R on this list.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“The warm pad to buy now that the Ultra 5R is gone. R 6.9 at 12.5 oz is more warmth for less weight. Back sleepers should take the Medium; side sleepers should size up to MW.”
The Gavler Verdict
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Precision Engineering
SynmatPlus Insulation
Recycled synthetic microfiber plus reflective foil layers. Exped rates it R 6.9, all-season.
Separate FlatValves
One-way inflate and deflate valves; the Schnozzel pump bag keeps breath moisture out.
Mummy Cut, Comfort Cradle Rails
Tapered shape saves weight; larger outer chambers keep you centered.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Editorial seed (Curator §329, 2026-10-19) — CC-CR-295 swap for the retired Ultra 5R (PM §194 approved; §203 stock rule: 6.5R rectangular sold out on expedusa.com, Mummy in stock, no Ultra 7R exists — current line is 1R/3R/6.5R/8R/10R). Specs and $199.95 read off the expedusa.com PDP. Score held at the 5R's 9.1 pending reviews of this generation; community scores will move with votes.
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