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Camping pillows can weigh as little as three ounces and pack down smaller than a deck of cards.
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Theres no reason not to bring one.
The softer surface material can be harder to keep clean during long trips.
Deflating takes just a few seconds, and I can inflate the standard size with just two breaths.
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This pillow is available in two sizes, but Ive been very happy with the regular model.
The intake valve doesnt allow for as much inflation adjustability.
The baffles can lose their shape after a few seasons of use.
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Its super customizable with the brands lie-flat inflation nozzle, and Ive never felt it lose air overnight.
The only issue Ive run into are the internal baffles blowing out after a few seasons.
Luckily,Sea to Summit offers a warrantyon all products, and it was an easy repair/replacement process.
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Some people might prefer a loftier pillow.
Some people might think the top material is too slippery.
The fill can get lumpy after a lot of use and washing.
This classic pillow is really nice for front-country camping, overnighters, and even use in hostels.
The horseshoe shape can be limiting in some sleeping situations.
Somewhat outside the normal design for camping pillows is thistravel-pillow-inspiredinflatable model from Outdoor Vitals.
This model developed leaks faster than others.
The slippery combo of pillow + sleeping bag + sleeping pad can be a pain.
I dont have a perfect solution, but consider your whole sleep system.
Inflatable pillows are great for camping.
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