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    "title": "Zoom UL Insulated \u2013 The Next Generation of Comfort",
    "modified_at": "2026-05-15 08:00:03",
    "published_at": "2026-05-15 08:00:00",
    "url": "https://news.138alternatives.com/zoom-ul-insulated-the-next-generation-of-comfort",
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    "subtitle": "Big Agnes elevates the ultralight experience: Introducing the updated Zoom UL Insulated Sleeping Pad",
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    "body": "<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Steamboat Springs, Colorado </strong>&ndash; Big Agnes, the &quot;Mother of Comfort,&quot; is proud to announce the next evolution in backcountry sleep technology with the updated Zoom UL Insulated, providing a high 5.2 R-Value rating. Building on its reputation for high-performance gear, this new iteration has been redesigned to meet the rigorous demands of modern mountaineers and ultralight trekkers. </p><p style=\"text-align: justify\">The updated Zoom UL Insulated features a significantly lower pack weight compared to its predecessor, making it the definitive choice for missions where every gram counts. Beyond weight savings, Big Agnes has introduced a new UL dual-port valve, engineered specifically for high-altitude use to allow for lightning-fast deflation and precise micro-adjustments. </p><p><strong>Key Features &amp; Technical Specifications</strong></p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>Updated Design: Now features a lower pack weight for improved ultralight performance.</span></li><li><span>New Valve Technology: Includes a UL dual-port valve for quick inflation, super-fast deflation, and precise micro-adjustments.</span></li><li><span>Enhanced Insulation: Provides a high 5.2 R-Value using a single layer of heat-reflective film.</span></li><li><span>3-Season Versatility: An insulated, compact, and ultralight air chamber pad designed for diverse backcountry conditions.</span></li><li><span>Internal Stability: Utilizes O-beam internal construction to minimize weight and packed size while maximizing stability.</span></li><li><span>Sustainable Durability: Constructed with post-consumer recycled nylon ripstop and aviation-grade TPU lamination.</span></li></ul>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 100%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/f447f76a-35dc-430c-8d0e-3da30b6b3d2d/-/format/auto/\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image 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contact:</strong></p><div class=\"release-content-contact\" id=\"contact-88e44248-66a8-4289-8bab-cd3cfba25f04\">\n    \n    <div class=\"release-content-contact__details\">\n        <strong class=\"release-content-contact__name\">Philipp Reiff</strong>\n        <em class=\"release-content-contact__description\">General Manager, 138 Alternatives</em>\n        <ul class=\"release-content-contact__details-list\"><li class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item\"><a href=\"mailto:philipp@138alternatives.com\"  class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item-link\" title=\"philipp@138alternatives.com\"><svg class=\"icon icon-paper-plane release-content-contact__details-list-item-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-paper-plane\"></use>\n            </svg>philipp@138alternatives.com</a></li>\n<li class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item\"><a href=\"tel:+49 176 25808034\"  class=\"release-content-contact__details-list-item-link\" title=\"+49 176 25808034\"><svg 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