Don't compromise on weight, don't compromise on sleep. NEMO's ultimate lightweight sleeping mat.
The Tensor™ Elite is the lightest, most minimalist ultralight air mattress NEMO has ever developed.
It is suitable for three seasons from spring to autumn and has been developed especially for UL hikers, traverse climbers, and thru-hikers who are looking for lightweight equipment.
Not only is it light, but it is also quiet, comfortable to sleep on, insulated, and durable, and is popular with many mountain climbers as a useful UL mat that allows them to sleep peacefully.
Features and Functions
■ Extremely light - starting from 215g
The biggest appeal of the Tensor Elite is its incredible lightness.
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Short Mommy: Approx. 215g
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Regular Mummy: Approx. 240g
Both are positioned as the lightest in the Tensor series, which is well-known for being lightweight mats.
It's so light that you'll forget it's even there in your backpack.
■ Quiet design - A night without rustling noise
The Tensor Elite contains a layer of Thermal Mirror™ film suspended within its interior.
This ensures insulating performance while significantly reducing rustling noises caused by turning over or moving around.
It is designed to help you sleep deeply and quietly on mountain nights.
■ Comfortable to sleep on - Thin but won't sink in
Thickness is approximately 7.6cm (3 inches).
The Tensor series' unique Spaceframe™ baffle structure means that even though the mattress is thin, it reduces lateral movement and provides firm support for the body, providing a comfortable sleeping experience.
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Your hips and shoulders won't sink, keeping your sleeping posture stable
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Firm support all the way to the edge of the mat
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Even slim people don't have to worry about it falling off.
This is a design philosophy that is typical of NEMO, overturning the stereotype that thinness = discomfort.
■ Available in two sizes: Short Mommy and Regular Mommy
You can choose from the following two sizes depending on your purpose and body type.
| Model | length | width | Thickness | minimum weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short Mommy | Approximately 160cm | Approximately 51cm | Approx. 7.6cm | Approximately 215g |
| Regular Mommy | Approximately 183cm | Approximately 51cm | Approx. 7.6cm | Approximately 240g |
Short moms are perfect for the full-fledged UL style, which is "from head to knees."
The regular size is recommended for those who want firm support for the entire body and who prioritize comfort throughout all three seasons.
■ R-value 2.4 - Perfect insulation for three seasons
Tensor Elite has an R-value of 2.4 (ASTM compliant).
Its insulating performance means it can be used safely in the cool, high-altitude environments of Japan's mountainous regions from spring to autumn.
It provides more than just a thin layer of comfort, and is suitable not only for summer use, but also for staying on high ridges or camping in a tent in late autumn.
■ Ultra compact storage + quick setup
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Storage size: Approx. Φ7.5cm x 20cm (smaller than a plastic bottle)
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Vortex™ pump sack included for easy inflation and moisture protection
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Laylow™ valve allows fine adjustment of air pressure (one-handed operation possible)
It doesn't get in the way inside your backpack and is easy to set up and take down.
It is packed with gimmicks that you will appreciate especially when you are tired.
Difference from Tensor All-Season
| Comparison items | Tensor Elite | Tensor All-Season |
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| R-value (insulation) | 2.3 (Spring to Autumn) | 5.4 (all year) |
| Weight (R size) | Approximately 305g | Approximately 440g |
| Quietness | ◎ (1 layer of film) | ◎ (2-layer film) |
| Thermal insulation | ◯ | ◎ |
| Lightweight | ◎◎ | ◎ |
| Storage size | Less than | Slightly large |
| Sleeping comfort (baffle structure) | Common (Spaceframe) | common |
Recommended for:
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Hikers who want to keep their gear light
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People looking for a lightweight, high-performance mat that can be used in three seasons
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Nervous sleepers looking for a quiet night
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Long-distance hikers and fast packers who prefer minimalist activities
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Those who want to experience the comfort of the Tensor series in the lightest form.
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