I agree with you totally about getting a good nights sleep. As I have aged I have found the smaller pads just don't cut it as well. I purchased the Big Agnes Qcore at the end of May with the REI members discount. I was going the end of May and I went to my local REI to pick one up before I left, they didn't stock them in the store. So I had to go with out it. I haven't had a chance to try it out yet, hopefully soon though. I have a Big Agnes bag so it slids into the sleeve so I don't notice the slippery aspect. I have used the Big Agnes insulated air core mattress for a couple of years now. Once you think it is fully inflated let some air out you won't get that bouncy feeling and its just more comfortable. I'm not sure if that applies to the Qcore or not. Don't wait to the last minute like I did and find it has to be shipped to you. Nice thing about REI if I don't like it I can return it.