| Mad Rock Mad Pad
4.6 out of 5 based on 15 user reviews.
Cred: 141 | | One of the thriftiest buys, with respect to crash pads, the pad is significantly thicker (and harder) than others available on the market. The buckles and straps are durable and have not torn off yet (as indicated by other reviews). A step-off mat is provided to help with minimizing rock erosion (leave no trace philosophy). To combat its lack of surface area coverage, the velcro lining (on the outer edge of the pad) allows you to string together several crash pads.
Key Pros:
* Economical
* Thick
* Step-off pad included
* Can be strung together |
| For cons, the small surface area is a turn-off. In addition, the pad is not incredibly forgiving when you land on it; it is, however, softer than the ground so it does serve its intended purpose. The crash pad is a two-piece design so it is ideal for flat level surfaces in order to avoid sprained ankles from landing dead center on the pad.
Key Cons:
* Hard landing
* Small surface area
* Two-piece design. |
| Overall, the Mad Rock Mad Pad is a decent, economical crash pad that serves its purpose. I would recommend stringing at least 2 together as a good alternative to buying one larger crash pad. Black Diamond, Misty Mountain, and Metolius also have Quality pads. |
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Cred: 40569 | | Review by marks on Mar. 31, 2007 |
| A little soft for my taste. I have also heard complaints about the durability. |
| Metolius has an excellent crash pad line. |
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Cred: 594 | | good price, easy to carry. I like how the two halves are connected solidly to make one continuous pad.
the little mat is handy for wiping shoes off |
| velcro along the bottom collects dirt and leaves easily. |
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Cred: 601 | | Nice and stiff for high falls, you can velcro several together for seamless landing, makes a great couch |
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Cred: 454 | | its softer than the ground |
| webbing ripped after 2 uses, somewhat awkward, not at all comfortable on your back |
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Cred: 348 | | Large capacity, cheap, thick, backpack straps and you got yourself a first class couch round the campfire. |
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Cred: 23 | | you can cram a bunch of crap into it before you close it and it still closes fine, turns into a great couch |
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Cred: 26 | | light,durable,good to land on |
| the only downside is the fold in the middle if you fall in there ight twist your ankle |
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Cred: 52 | | very cheap. works as good as any other in my opinion |
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Cred: 18 | | cheap, thick, hard at first but breaks in quick |
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Cred: 18 | | I haven't gotten hurt on it yet... |
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