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Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow

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Packs smaller, expands bigger! This compressible pillow is the ideal size for comfort camping, road trips and air travel.

Packs to one fifth its normal 18 x 14 inch size; expands to full size instantly
Earth-smart filling is comprised of leftover bits and pieces of the high-quality foam used to construct Therm-A-Rest® sleeping pads
Machine washable

Backpacker Magazine says, "There's no excuse for sacrificing comfort when car camping, not when it's so easy to shove a couple of these fluffy pillows in the trunk." (March 2006 Gear Guide issue)

Please note: Therm-a-Rest products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

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Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow Customer Reviews

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow

4.3

(based on 111 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to pack (85)
Comfortable (83)
Compact (80)
Lightweight (63)
Durable (53)

Cons

Heavy / bulky (19)
Does not dry (3)
Narrow / tight (3)

Best Uses

Backcountry camping (77)
Camping (77)
Road trips (61)
Day trip (37)
Winter conditions (22)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (56), Avid adventurer (41), Outdoor professional (5), Casual adventurer (4)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort driven (56), Survivalist / minimalist (30)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (54), Yes (7)

Reviewed by 111 customers

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Apr

2013

4.0

Not too shabby

By shbruin0

from Alexandria, VA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Easy to pack
Lightweight

Cons

Slightly Bulky

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping
Campgrounds
Day Trips
River Trips
Road Trips
Survival
Winter Conditions

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

I bought this pillow for my wife for our camping trips. I bought the small because I wanted to get something that would pack down easily for backpacking. Even rolled up I personally think the small is a little large. Also, this pillow is too firm for me. With that said, my wife LOVES it. I would recommend just going to the store and testing the pillows out before purchasing. I prefer the REI Backpacker Pillow, only because it is a little softer and packs a little smaller. All in all, I think this is a great buy.

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Apr

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great product

By Pat the Camper

from Hillsboro, OR

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Compact
Easy to pack

Cons

none

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Day Trips
Winter Conditions

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

I needed to replace my old pillow and comfort and convenience were important considerations. I sleep on a variety of surfaces, from the ground to wooden platforms. The pillow is great for all around support and warmth for my head and neck. Get the large size for best comfort!

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Apr

2013

5.0

Just what "I" wanted

By Jared AT hiker and beyond

from Roanoke, VA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Compact
Easy to pack
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping
Campgrounds
River Trips
Road Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

This was perfect for what I wanted. Fluffs up nicely. However, give it an hour or two to reach it full potential. This is not a minimalist pillow, but not over kill either. I got the medium and it fits snug in my sleeping bag. A large would be to big for backpacking.

Overall perfect for me!

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Mar

2013

5.0

Great Camping and Travel Pillow

By TheBigBurrito

from Los Angeles, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Compact
Easy to pack

Cons

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Day Trips
Road Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

After using the Small size of this pillow for camping for a few years, I've finally upgraded to the Large size. If you value comfort over ultimate packability, it's definitely worth it. It packs down to about 30% larger than the Small, but when it's fully expanded, it's as comfortable as a standard pillow.

Important note: in order for the pillow to fully expand, you need to knead it, and pull apart the small foam pieces, to give them room to expand. Then, let it sit for 20 minutes, and you're ready to relax!

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Mar

2013

(0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

A Touch of Home on the Road

By mjm718

from Upstate New York

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Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

I tried the overpriced inflatable pillow that everybody loves and it just didn't do it for me. I didn't like blowing it up, I didn't like adjusting the inflation level, I didn't like the two valves, I didn't like carrying a patch kit, and I didn't like the feeling of my head wobbling around on cold polyester fabric.... With just 4 more ounces of weight the REI compressible pillow "feels like home" and after a long day of riding my bike in sweaty, slimly, scratchy polypro little touches of home make all the difference in the world. The smaller size was perfectly adequate for my large head. And I didn't find the bulk an issue since I just rolled it up in my sleeping bag. If gram counting is your priority go for an inflatable pillow but if you desire a bit more comfort the REI compressible pillow is a great choice.

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Mar

2013

4.0

Great camping pillow

By D Bol

from Kansas City

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Compact
Durable
Easy to pack
Good venting
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Day Trips
Road Trips
Winter Conditions

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

I bought this for an overseas mission trip but when it came, it looked too bulky for my backpack/luggage. I gave it to my son instead for camping and he loves it. It mushes down a lot and is a comfortable sleeping pillow. Fluffs back up nicely. Good for the price, I thought.

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Feb

2013

4.0

Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow

By 2140

from Santa Cruz, California

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable

Cons

Best Uses

Road Trips

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

I will be using this on a Motorcycle backroads adventure (Trans American Trail). It doesn't pack down as far as an air pillow but is CONSIDERABLY more comfortable and I can afford the luxury that it is slightly more bulky.

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Jan

2013

5.0

Good pillow

By Password

from Corona, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

It is what you would expect from a compression pillow. It takes up a bit of space in the pack, but I'm definitely more comfort than minimalist. It takes a bit to fluff up too. I would recommend it to anyone who really wants a pillow, but if you don't qualify it as a big need for you, then forgo it for extra pack space.

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Jan

2013

3.0

It is firm, not feather pillow soft

By Terico

from Fairfax, VA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Compact
Easy to pack

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

Order came quickly, great service.

The pillow is on the firm side. I was hoping it was close to feather pillow consistency, which is not. Next time, I will go to nearby REI store vs online, to test it right there. I have to return it.

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Jan

2013

5.0

Ahhh!

By The Rid

from Boston, MA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable

Cons

Bulky
Does not dry

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping
Campgrounds

Comments about Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow:

I traveled with this pillow for 10 months and can say without exaggeration that this is the best piece of gear I own. Weight weenies can keep their 1 ounce plastic bags that they call pillows. If you're not the type who can sleep anywhere, anytime, and on anything, get yourself one of these beauties. For me, a good night sleep easily outweighs any extra weight or bulk.

Pros:
1. Almost as comfortable as your pillow at home. No joke.
2. Very durable. After 10 months of constant use, mine still has plenty of loft left.
3. Doesn't leave your head rolling and bouncing around all night the way inflatable pillows do.

Cons:
1. It is bulky. So what.
2. Do not try to wash this thing if you need to use it within the next week. It can take literally days to dry, even in high temperatures. Just spot clean it.
3. It can take a little while to get up to full loft. Just make sure you take it out as soon as you set up your tent.