Airic Reviews

Self-inflating camping mats are now the choice for anyone that wants a comfy night's sleep. There are 4 models in our range.

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Fat Airic has been shortlisted as one of the Top 50 Camping Essentials by the Independent Newspaper.

Posted on 19 July, 2008 by Kenny

Bought a Fat Airic after years of discomfort when camping. Wow! It’s as comfortable as my own bed & I LOVE it. It arrived wthin 24 hours, takes seconds to inflate (after self inflation time), & is just wonderful. I use a piece of shelf-liner under my sleeping bag as I’m rubbish at camping & inevitably end up pitching on a slope - the liner stops me slithering onto the ground! My husband now wants one too.
Thanks for a great product & service second to none.
Rachael

Posted on 16 July, 2008 by Rachael

Bought a slim airik the other week after years of using foam mats, and finding all self-inflating mattresses over priced, that was until I came across AlpKit! Used it for a two night camping trip last weekend and was amazed at how confortable it was! Buy one!!

Posted on 11 July, 2008 by Rob Knight

Have been making do with a battered old short Thermarest that I have patched 4 times because I could not afford a new one.

When I found your site I thought I would give the Fat Airic a go as they were very resonably priced - but expected not to be satisfied.  Well I was shocked they are FANTASTIC- excellent nights sleep and looks great quality.  The straps and stuffsac show the attention to detail that you put into all your products.

After 20 years camping and trekking it is very refreshing to come across a company that truly puts us first.  Well done and thank you.

Posted on 10 July, 2008 by Rich

have a nice day!

Posted on 09 July, 2008 by incoveJottego

Good quality mats at a fraction of the cost of some of the higher profile competition. But then advertising costs. Bought a slim Airic as a mat for my son’s Scout Camp. Rapid delivery and a nice handwritten note from Kenny. He liked it and said it was very comfortable. So comfortable in fact he didn’t want to get up in the morning.

Posted on 07 July, 2008 by Andrew

I recently bought a SLIM AIRIC from you. I bought it with my most recent trip in mind. I only had my previous mat to compare it with which was a Highlander Thermamat. I have just returned from an endurance kayaking trip which involved sleeping on the river banks for 3 nights. I have to say that the Airic performed marvellously.
I used it with a bivvi bag and an army jungle sleeping bag, I was really pleased with how comfortable it was compared to my previous mat, and as we had to carry everything we needed I was also grateful for its weight. (the trip invloved carrying our loaded kayaks around 77 canal/river locks)
We existed on 6 hours sleep everynight but I always woke feeling like I had rested. I had suffered sore hips and arms with the old mat buthad none of that with the Airic.
I also bought a 30 litre Gourdon which also performed well but will be buying a 25 litre one soon as the 30 litre was a tight fit for my kayak hatch.
Hope this was of some interest to you. Im glad I found Alpkit.

Posted on 18 June, 2008 by Paul S

My review can only mirror the previous posts, Super- Fast delivery and a superb product.

Myself and my brother-inlaw both took advantage of the special offer, delivery to an offshore Isle took an impressive 2 working days.
I have trialed many self inflating mats before and i think the Fat Airic will be my final purchase.
A wild camping expedition is planned over the weekend, so i will provide a review of my findings when i come back.
Only one negative so far...that on your website the Fat Airic is labelled a “HOG” and would suit car camping, i am no expert but i find 1612 grams not the lightest but worth every gram for the nights sleep ahead.Something has to give, weight v comfort and i am prepared to take that onboard.The Fat Airic is Lighter, longer and thicker than the thermarest basecamp equivelent and no mention of “HOGS” on their website.
I think you have a product that is a front runner and would/is rivaling the competition, for that i can only salute your efforts.
Keep up the good work.
Jamie

Posted on 18 June, 2008 by Jamie

Super-Fast Delivery, Great Product & A1 Customer Services

unbeatable delivery, my 2 Fat Airics arrived less than 24 hours after placing my order!

I used mine for the 3 nights of the Rockness Festival & I’ve never been so warm & comfortable outside of my own bed
I’m taking my camping-virgin daughter to a festival next month, so I bought one for her too, I’ll get her to report back once she’s used it

one of my 2 mats arrived with a small tear in it (carriers had been careless)& it wouldn’t stay inflated
I contacted customer services who had a replacement sent out to me the same day, & sent me a Freepost address for the return of the damaged one
full marks to Jim at for making the resolution friendly & painless

oh, and I very much like the company ethics, well done guys!

Posted on 17 June, 2008 by Gail Whytock

We dont really use this review section as a reply to messages, but i will anyway

Much better to email in,

Reg Airics went out of stock yesterday stock should arrive in the next week or so.

Fat Airics went out of stock last week - As above.

We have plenty coming in over the summer, but we may have to put the price up.

Cheers

Nick

Posted on 10 June, 2008 by Nick
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Features at a glance

  • Stuff bag - Generously sized for ease of use.
  • Repair kit - For little mishaps.
  • Die-cut foam - Reduces weight and pack size.