Interesting. I went with the exped down UL. They only weigh a couple ounces more than the NeoAir but are thicker and warmer. My elk hunts tend to. E within 5 miles of the road. I'm hoping a couple ounces won't matter........
I don't think you'll be disappointed at all. My Exped mats are not only warmer, but more comfortable than my XTherm. Size and weight are the only down side, compared to the NeoAir. IMO, the XTherm is the best compromise between insulation, size, weight, durability, and price for a general backpacking sleeping mat. If you know that you won't be hauling it up mountains after sheep or goat, I'd be pretty content with the DM 7 as my all-arounder. And if you'll have mules to do the hauling for you, the DM 9 is the ultimate in comfort and warmth...
