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- Ultralight and compact
- 2 Sizes – minimalist or comfort
- Easy inflation, quick deflation
- Adjustable firmness for max comfort
- Soft exterior material
FlexAir® Pillows are the lightest inflatable pillows available. They are compact and so simple to use. The firmness can be easily adjusted for maximum comfort. The exterior has a soft nap, durable, non-woven exterior material that’s comfortable against your skin. But do you really need a pillow? Why not just put your spare clothes in a stuff sack and use it for a pillow? Well, many ultralighters wear nearly all their clothes to sleep to extend the temperature rating of their sleeping bag, leaving little to make a pillow.
FlexAir Inflatable Pillows are available in two sizes – small and large. The small pillow for the minimalist is 13 x 9 x 3 in. (33 x 22.9 x 7.6 cm) when inflated and weighs a scant 0.56 oz (16 g). The large pillow for more comfort is 16 x 11 x 4 in. (40.6 x 27.9 x 10.2 cm) when inflated and weighs 0.9 oz (27 g). For me, the large is a better size because it provides more space as I roll side to side during the night. If you don’t move much while you sleep, the small should work fine.
Instructions
- To inflate, insert the straw provided about 6 in. (15 cm) into the clear plastic valve near the corner of the pillow. Blow directly into the end of the straw until the pillow reaches the desired firmness. This should take just 3-4 puffs. Then pull the straw out (the valve will self-seal) and store it where you can find it later.
- To adjust pillow firmness, re-insert the straw and blow into the end to inflate or release air to deflate. When finished, pull the straw out. Many find ideal comfort close to 50% inflated.
- To quickly deflate, re-insert the straw into the valve and squeeze the air out until the pillow is flat. Roll or fold the pillow for storage and stow the straw with it.
- If you lose the straw, the pillow can be inflated by blowing directly into the valve and deflated by sticking a long, thin, non-sharp object into the valve to release the air.
Specifications
Material: Non-woven polypropylene
Color: White
Cleaning: Wipe with a damp cloth, do not machine wash
| Size | Dimensions (L x W x H) | Weight | |
| Inflated | Deflated | ||
| Small |
13 x 9 x 3 in. (33 x 22.9 x 7.6 cm) |
14.5 x 10.5 in. (36.8 x 26.7 cm) |
0.56 oz (16 g) |
| Large |
16 x 11 x 4 in. (40.6 x 27.9 x 10.2 cm) |
19 x 12.5 in. (48.3 x 31.8 cm) |
0.9 oz (27 g) |
- Designed to be inflated by mouth only.
- May burst if over inflated. To avoid possible injury, DO NOT over inflate.
In no event shall Litesmith, LLC be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, or special consequential damages, to property or life, whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of its products.
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Surprisingly good
Posted by rickmoellendick@outlook.com on 25th Apr 2019
Very comfortable to sleep on. I inflated it about halfway and it was perfect. How can you beat it for the weight and the price.
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Barley There Comfort
Posted by Art on 18th Mar 2019
Previous to the FlexAir pillow, I was always challenged to find a workable solution without a weight or volume penalty. Easy to use and pack, the FlexAir pillows are the perfect solution. Paired with a Buff "pillowcase", this is truly barley there backcountry luxury. The added red inflating straw is really thoughtful as well.
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Incredible Pillow
Posted by Knobs on 17th Jan 2019
I used several other inflatable pillows that simply were not thick enough for me to sleep comfortably so I had been lugging around a 10 oz foam pillow. This pillow can blow up thick enough to still have some give while holding my head where I want it. I love it, and I have a hard time imagining that I'll go to anything else anytime soon.
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Best Ultralight pillow
Posted by Steve M Musarra on 11th Aug 2018
Used the pillow on a weekend hammock trip and this pillow weighs almost nothing, and is so simple.
I like the way it is adjustable to the firmness you want, inflate it to the max and you have a pillow to sit up and rest on. You can deflate easily to use as a sleeping pillow and the rectangular shape fits in the hammock perfectly.
Goodbye to my other pillows, this ones the keeper. -
Amazing pillow for such a light weight!
Posted by Dave on 9th May 2018
I've only used these a few nights, so I have no idea how long they'll last overall, but if preliminary evidence is any indication, for the amount of backpacking I do they'll easily work for a season or more. I'm marveling at the valve - it really IS like magic! There was zero air loss overnight. If I were to try a thru hike I might be tempted to invest in a standard inflatable job (or maybe put these in re-supply boxes?
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Love this pillow
Posted by Rob on 18th Aug 2017
As I shaved out extra clothing from my pack, I was left without a viable "pillow". With a fast approaching trip, I read some reviews on these and decided to give them a spin. I asked if these could be packaged and sent to me in an expedited manner and was obliged! Arrived quickly and was able to test them out for a few nights. Man, what an upgrade from using a fleece. This thing is surprisingly durable and doesn't deflate (I toss and turn constantly during the night). Would recommend to anyone.
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Very light pillow
Posted by Carla Markus on 3rd May 2017
Very light and comfortable. I used it for two nights now. Wonder how durable it is.
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Surprising quality for a "plastic" pillow
Posted by Abraham Friedman on 17th Dec 2016
I picked up a 3 pack just to give this a try. It sounded too good to be true but I was pleasantly surprised when I received them. They are sturdier than I expected so we'll see how long they last.
The valve is magic. You just put in the straw and inflate and take the straw out and it seals. No fussing. Very simple. Didn't leak in the short test I did but again, we'll see how it works overnight.
The valve is your typical plastic but you only interact with about a quarter inch of it. The rest of the pillow is made up of a smooth and soft material, almost like a super soft Tyvek. Very comfortable and not plasticy feeling at all.
If this holds up and continues to work this will be the best purchase I've made this year. It weights 1/10th what my current pillows weigh and has the same shape and, most important as a side sleeper, it's deep enough to support my head. -
light and compact!
Posted by jason on 2nd Jun 2016
Great pillow. I use mine as a leg pillow, to take the pressure off my knees in my hammock. This thing is super light, easy to inflate and deflate, hasn't lost air on me yet, packs small, and is comfortable. Great option, great price.
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superlite
Posted by Sean on 25th Feb 2016
Interested in trying these on the trail. The air valve is cool.
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