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Vango Pillows

Vango camping pillows that pack down to almost nothing and inflate in seconds. A small addition to any sleep system that makes a noticeable difference on longer trips, whether you are backpacking or camping from a car. 53 Degrees North is an official Vango stockist.
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Vango Camping Pillows for Backpacking and Camp Use

A camping pillow is easy to skip until the first night you spend without one. On a single night, a rolled fleece works. Over several nights, the difference in sleep quality from a proper pillow is significant enough that most regular campers and backpackers treat it as essential. Vango makes both inflatable and compressible options, suited to different types of use.

The role of a pillow in a complete sleep system

A camp pillow provides cervical support that a rolled fleece or clothing substitute does not match over multiple nights. The neck position during sleep affects shoulder tension and overall sleep quality in ways that become more pronounced over several consecutive nights. Adding an inflatable pillow weighing 50 to 80 grams and packing to the size of a fist addresses this without measurably increasing pack weight or volume.

Cold-weather considerations: fill warmth and insulation

An inflatable pillow is essentially a pocket of air, which means it provides almost no thermal insulation and can feel cold against the side of your face on a cool night if your sleeping bag hood does not extend far enough. A compressible pillow with a soft fill provides some warmth through the material itself. For three-season camping in Ireland, where morning temperatures can drop noticeably even in summer, a compressible fill design is the more comfortable cold-weather choice.

Vango camping pillows at 53 Degrees North

53 Degrees North is an official Vango stockist and carries camping pillows alongside the full Vango sleep range - bags, mats and airbeds. Available in store in Dublin and Cork or online.

Frequently asked questions

Are camping pillows worth it?

Yes, particularly on trips of more than one night. A rolled-up fleece is a workable substitute for a single night, but the neck support and sleep quality from a proper camping pillow make a real difference over several consecutive nights. Inflatable camping pillows weigh as little as 50 to 80 grams and compress to the size of a fist, so the case for leaving one at home on a longer trip is weak.

What is the difference between an inflatable and a compressible camping pillow?

Inflatable pillows pack down to almost nothing, weigh very little and let you adjust firmness by adding or releasing air. They are the standard choice for backpacking. Compressible pillows have a soft fill that packs into a stuff sack and feels closer to a home pillow in use. They are slightly heavier and larger when packed, but the softer feel makes them the preferred choice for many campsite campers, and the fill provides more insulation in colder conditions.

How small do Vango camping pillows pack down?

Inflatable Vango camping pillows compress to roughly the size of a closed fist when deflated and rolled, making them easy to fit into any gap in a pack. Compressible pillows are larger when packed, typically compressing to the size of a water bottle or slightly bigger depending on the fill volume. Both types are small enough for backpacking, though for long routes where every gram counts, inflatable is the more pack-efficient option.

Can I collect orders in store?

Yes, choose Click & Collect at checkout. Orders are usually ready within 24 hours and you will get an email when ready. Available from our Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown and Cork City Centre stores.

Do you offer free delivery on orders?

Yes, we offer free standard delivery on all orders over €100.

Where are your stores located?

We have four stores across Ireland: Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown, Cork City Centre and Arnotts Dublin.

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