Helikon-Tex Vagabond Seat Pad Folding Seat — Coyote

The Helikon-Tex Vagabond Seat Pad is a folding sit pad designed for anyone who spends time outdoors and needs insulation from cold or wet ground without carrying extra weight: open it measures 35 x 29 cm, folded it packs down to 18 x 10 x 3 cm and weighs just 90 grams, less than an energy bar.

The construction is straightforward and considered: the outer shell in Cordura 500D nylon handles abrasion from rough and wet surfaces, while the internal 1 mm foam padding provides enough thermal barrier to make a short rest comfortable on rock, asphalt or snow-covered ground. The snap button closure keeps the pad compact during carry so it won't unfold inside a pack or side pocket.

Folded, it fits in the cargo pocket of tactical trousers or the side compartment of a pack. Two attachment options expand how you can carry it: the MOLLE/PALS system lets you mount it directly to a belt or chest rig, while the D-ring allows quick attachment to a carabiner. The trade-off to keep in mind is typical of ultra-thin pads: 1 mm of foam is adequate for short stops on wet or cold ground, but it is not a substitute for a bivouac mat in prolonged snow conditions or very low ground temperatures.

Key points

• Open, it provides 35 x 29 cm of seating surface insulated from cold and wet ground.
• Folds to 18 x 10 x 3 cm at just 90 g: disappears into a cargo pocket without taking up space from other gear.
• The 500D Cordura shell resists abrasion from hard surfaces and prolonged moisture.
• MOLLE/PALS and D-ring compatibility for attachment to a belt, rig or pack without using internal volume.
• Snap button closure: stays folded during carry and opens in a single motion when you stop.

In the box

• 1 x Helikon-Tex Vagabond Seat Pad