If you love car camping, getting a good night’s sleep is essential. A comfortable sleeping setup can make all the difference, allowing you to recharge for the adventure ahead. Enter the Luno AIR+FOAM PRO mattress, a game-changer for car camping. This innovative mattress is designed with comfort and convenience at the forefront, making it perfect for weekends in nature!
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Overview
The AIR+FOAM PRO is designed to be Luno’s most comfortable sleep system yet. Aptly named, it combines air and foam to ensure a restful night’s sleep. In addition to universal sizes for tents and various applications, they offer a custom-fit model for the 5th Gen 4Runner. It perfectly contours the wheel wells to create a snug and cozy sleeping area. This also maximizes the usable area and keeps everything from shifting as you move.
A standout feature is its quick setup, self-inflating in under five minutes. This lets you convert your 4Runner from adventure to sleep mode in a snap. If you’re a solo traveler, the Solo Zipper technology allows you to unzip and only use one side, minimizing the space needed.
When packed, the mattress measures 29x11x18 inches and weighs just 12 pounds (both sides), making it easy to transport and store, whether at home or in your car.
Set Up
Setting up is very straightforward. The mattress self inflates once you open the “IN” port and comes with a bag for manually adding extra air if needed. In my experience, the ambient temperature will affect how much the internal foam structure expands, with warmer weather resulting in better self-inflation.
To deploy, lay the mattress in the back of your vehicle and locate the in and out valves. To inflate, open the “IN” valve and ensure the “OUT” valve is closed. Once fully inflated, close all the valves.
To deflate, reverse the valve order and air will come out as you roll it up. Then, use the included straps to secure everything together.
The kit includes a huge storage bag for this mattress, something many other brands don’t offer.
Comfort & Quality
If you’ve never had the chance to sleep on a Luno mattress, you’re missing out on the exceptional quality and comfort they consistently deliver. The AIR+FOAM PRO is no exception, featuring a hybrid air and foam structure for maximum comfort.
At the mattress’s core is a plush, perforated open-cell foam, sandwiched between protective layers of air. This unique structure provides a soft, cushy feel while offering body support, perfect for restful nights after a day of adventure.
One of the standout features is its impressive thermal rating at R-Value 11. This ensures you stay warm even in cooler conditions by effectively trapping air within the foam layers, reducing heat loss to the ground.
The mattress is built with tough materials like 50D polyester on the top and 150D Oxford TPU-coated nylon on the bottom. These sturdy fabrics are designed to handle the wear and tear of outdoor use while maintaining comfort and support. Paired with ultra-tough, leak-proof valves, you won’t have to worry about air leaks during the night.
Finally, the plush top layer of the mattress contours perfectly to your body, providing targeted support where you need it most. You won’t have to worry about waking up stiff or with body aches.
Final Thoughts
In my experience, this has been an absolute game-changer for camping. Paired with a set of flannel sheets, I stay plenty warm and cozy during chilly nights. In addition to providing a restful night’s sleep, the mattress also serves as a comfy spot to lounge in the back of my 4Runner. We even managed to fit it in the bed of our Tacoma, and while it wasn’t an exact fit, it still worked out great.
One of the things I love most is how portable and easy it is to use. It inflates and deflates quickly, and the large storage bag has plenty of room for all my sleeping gear, making packing a breeze. This portability is especially important when I need my cargo area free for everyday tasks like hauling groceries and my dogs. It’s perfect for a busy lifestyle.
Finally, while it may seem like a small detail, I really appreciate the color scheme they chose for this mattress. It does a great job of hiding dirt and dust, which is perfect for outdoor adventures. This is undoubtedly my new staple camping mattress for its outstanding comfort, convenience, and practicality!
That mattress looks legit, but my question is this, with the uneven surface the folded down rear seats create, how does it feel using it over the bump?
I know most people make some sort of sleeping platform to level that out, but I noticed you don’t have anything like that.