Ultralight Non-Slip Stretch Pillow

Sleep Better In The Backcountry

$19.97 $27.97
Membership Pricing: $17.97

This Non-Slip Pillow is built to help you sleep better in the backcountry.

  • Contours naturally to your head, neck, & shoulders
  • Ultralight 2.6 oz weight
  • Non-slip grip to keep your pillow in place at night
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Description

The Non-Slip Stretch Pillow is designed to give you real sleep comfort without adding meaningful weight to your pack. At just 2.6 oz, it uses stretch fabric and a contoured shape to support your head and neck more naturally than traditional inflatable pillows, helping you rest better after long days on the trail. The adjustable air design lets you fine-tune firmness and height for your preferred sleep position, whether you’re a side or back sleeper.

Built for backpackers who care about both weight and recovery, this pillow packs down small and adds one of the highest comfort-to-weight upgrades you can carry. It’s simple, lightweight, and effective—giving you better sleep without the bulk of heavier pillow systems.

Specs
  • Weight: 2.6 oz
  • Dimensions: 15.5" x 10" x 3.5" (reg) & 15.5" x 10" x 4.25" (elevated)
  • Fabric: ultratough 30D stretch nylon
  • Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise
Key Features

Included carry sack: (0.2 oz)

Dimensions: 15.5" x 10" x 3.5" (reg) & 15.5" x 10" x 4.25" (elevated)

Constructed of ultratough 30D stretch nylon that even holds up as a seat!

The stretch material makes the pillow move and forms to your head just like your pillow at home

Quick inflate and deflate valve (2.5 breaths to inflate)

Silicone non-slip dots to prevent the pillow from sliding off your sleeping pad

Reinforced side connection points for strapping your pillow to your pad for additional security

Contoured shape & cutout to cradle your head, neck, &/or ears more comfortably

Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise

Real Comfort, Not Just Weight Savings

Designed To Stay In Place

Why A Pillow Is One Of The Best Upgrades You Can Make

Real Comfort, Not Just Weight Savings

The Non-Slip Pillow uses stretch nylon fabric that moves with your head instead of pushing against it. Combined with a contoured shape, it provides more natural support than traditional inflatable pillows.

This helps reduce pressure points and creates a more comfortable sleep experience than basic air pillows.

Real Comfort, Not Just Weight Savings

The Non-Slip Pillow uses stretch nylon fabric that moves with your head instead of pushing against it. Combined with a contoured shape, it provides more natural support than traditional inflatable pillows.

This helps reduce pressure points and creates a more comfortable sleep experience than basic air pillows.

Designed To Stay In Place

The pillow features a textured, non-slip underside that helps reduce movement during the night. While no inflatable pillow is completely slip-proof, this design significantly improves stability compared to standard options.

For best results, use sleeping pad attachment points to strap your pillow in place for added security.

Designed To Stay In Place

Close-up of the Outdoor Vitals pillow’s non-slip textured surface, designed to prevent sliding during sleep.

The pillow features a textured, non-slip underside that helps reduce movement during the night. While no inflatable pillow is completely slip-proof, this design significantly improves stability compared to standard options.

For best results, use sleeping pad attachment points to strap your pillow in place for added security.

Why A Pillow Is One Of The Best Upgrades You Can Make

A pillow adds minimal weight but significantly improves sleep quality. Better sleep leads to better recovery, more energy, and stronger performance on the trail.

At just 2.6 oz, this is one of the highest comfort-to-weight upgrades you can carry.

Why A Pillow Is One Of The Best Upgrades You Can Make

Outdoor Vitals ultralight inflatable pillow secured on top of a green sleeping pad, ready for use while camping.

A pillow adds minimal weight but significantly improves sleep quality. Better sleep leads to better recovery, more energy, and stronger performance on the trail.

At just 2.6 oz, this is one of the highest comfort-to-weight upgrades you can carry.

Key Features

Ultralight Comfort

Crafted from stretch nylon material, our pillow moves and stretches with your head, providing a comfortable night's sleep without feeling like you're resting on a rock. Say goodbye to lumpy clothes and makeshift pillows—& it only weighs 2.6 oz.

Soft Natural Feel

The stretch nylon material feels like a pillowcase on your skin, offering a natural feel that enhances your sleeping experience. No more waking up feeling hot, sticky, and uncomfortable—our pillow keeps you cool and comfortable all night long.

Ultralight Comfort

Crafted from stretch nylon material, our pillow moves and stretches with your head, providing a comfortable night's sleep without feeling like you're resting on a rock. Say goodbye to lumpy clothes and makeshift pillows—& it only weighs 2.6 oz.

Soft Natural Feel

The stretch nylon material feels like a pillowcase on your skin, offering a natural feel that enhances your sleeping experience. No more waking up feeling hot, sticky, and uncomfortable—our pillow keeps you cool and comfortable all night long.

Contoured Design

The curved shape and center cutout will cradle your head & neck perfectly whether you are a side sleeper or back sleeper. Avoid uncomfortable & unnecessary pressure by using a pillow built for comfort.

Non-Slip Grip

No more chasing your pillow around your tent at night - silicone dots & pad strap loops allows you to keep your pillow exactly where you want it. Sleep better with a pillow that stays put.

Contoured Design

The curved shape and center cutout will cradle your head & neck perfectly whether you are a side sleeper or back sleeper. Avoid uncomfortable & unnecessary pressure by using a pillow built for comfort.

Non-Slip Grip

No more chasing your pillow around your tent at night - silicone dots & pad strap loops allows you to keep your pillow exactly where you want it. Sleep better with a pillow that stays put.

Woman inflating the Outdoor Vitals ultralight backpacking pillow inside a tent.

Ideal For

  • backpackers
  • thru hikers
  • campers
  • travel
  • anyone looking to sleep better outdoors
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Design Story

Frequently Asked Questions

Product, Shipping, & Warranty Info

Full Description


Introducing the Outdoor Vitals Stretch Pillow: Say goodbye to restless nights and uncomfortable makeshift pillows—our 2.6 oz pillow is your saving grace in the backcountry. Here's why it's the perfect addition to your backpacking gear:

  • Ultralight Comfort: Crafted from stretch nylon material, our pillow moves and stretches with your head, providing a comfortable night's sleep without feeling like you're resting on a rock. Say goodbye to lumpy clothes and makeshift pillows—& it only weighs 2.6 oz.

  • Soft Natural Feel: The stretch nylon material feels like a pillowcase on your skin, offering a natural feel that enhances your sleeping experience. No more waking up feeling hot, sticky, and uncomfortable—our pillow keeps you cool and comfortable all night long.

  • Contoured Design: The curved shape and center cutout will cradle your head & neck perfectly whether you are a side sleeper or back sleeper. Avoid uncomfortable & unnecessary pressure by using a pillow built for comfort.
  • Non-Slip Grip: No more chasing your pillow around your tent at night - silicone dots & pad strap loops allows you to keep your pillow exactly where you want it. Sleep better with a pillow that stays put.

Whether you're thru-hiking, backpacking, or simply camping in the great outdoors, trust Outdoor Vitals to provide the ultimate in comfort and convenience. Say hello to better sleep and happier adventures with our non-slip stretch pillow.

Product Care

Before your trip:

  1. Check The valve. Press the valve flap inward if it got pushed out during shipping.
  2. Wet the valve slightly to clean it and ensure it seals when inflated.
  3. Using your mouth, inflate the pillow with as much air as possible to set the valve in place. Leave it inflated overnight.
  4. Size the shock cord to your sleeping pad so you have it ready when you go camping.
  5. Watch this video if you need more help.

Wash Instructions:

Close the valve prior to cleaning to avoid letting moisture into the pillow. Hand wash with warm water and soft soap/detergent then hang to dry.

How long does shipping take?

Orders for in-stock items will begin processing 1-2 days after your online purchase is completed. Please note that business days are Monday through Friday, excluding holidays in the United States. Once processed, Priority shipping generally takes 1-3 days to arrive. Note that USPS Priority shipping is a time estimate and not guaranteed. You will receive an email notification once your package leaves our warehouse.

If you place an order that includes a backordered or pre-sale item, we will hold the entire order until the pre-sale item is in stock. If you would like to receive the in-stock items sooner and split your order into two shipments, please place two separate orders or pay an additional shipping fee to have the order divided into two shipments.

Do you ship to addresses outside the US?

Some countries may be excluded from our shipping options due to extremely high shipping costs, unsafe conditions for US carriers, or unreliable delivery services. To check if we can ship to your country, please go to the Checkout page and enter your shipping address.

Customers have the option to prepay duties and taxes for certain countries. If these fees are not prepaid, customers may be responsible for them upon delivery, depending on the import laws and regulations of their respective countries. We recommend checking with your local customs office to see if these apply in your area. APC Economy Shipping

Please note that the situation regarding duties and taxes is constantly changing. We are working to stay updated on the varying shipping costs as they evolve. Also, Live Ultralight Members and Peak tier members do no get free shipping to international addresses.

What is your returns/exchange policy?

Shop with Confidence: OV's Simple Returns Policy

  • Free First Exchange:* Enjoy your first exchange at no extra cost with each order (USA only).
  • 60-Day Return Window:** You have 60 days to return items; this is extended to 90 days for purchases made in November and December.
  • Easy Return Shipping:* We provide return labels or QR codes for your convenience (USA & Canada only). 

For more information, please visit our Warranty/Returns page. 

https://outdoor-vitals.loopreturns.com/#/

*Please note: Clearance items are final sales and are not eligible for returns or exchanges. Items such as soft flasks (included with our Skyline Fastpack) cannot be returned due to sanitary reasons. If you choose to return your fastpack, a $15 charge per bottle or flask will be deducted from your refund, unless the bottles or flasks are returned with their original packaging still intact.

Do you have a product warranty?

Our gear is made with the goal in mind of balancing ultralight weight, performance, comfort and durability. We believe in the “Live Ultralight” mantra so we focus on ultralight weight and performance while maintaining durability thresholds established for each product.

Our warranty covers manufacturing & workmanship defects for the Expected Lifespan of our products. Expected Product Lifespan is determined by OV Gear Specialists using the following criteria:

  • Product design intent & materials specifications
  • Intended use of the product
  • The specific issue encountered with the product
  • The age of the product (based on Manufacture date)
  • 5 stars: 171 (70%)
  • 4 stars: 25 (10%)
  • 3 stars: 18 (7%)
  • 2 stars: 7 (3%)
  • 1 star: 22 (9%)
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Francisco Grippa
Customer service

Simply put, the most delayed and lengthy return/ refund process on planet earth. Proof is in the pictures. I returned an unopened package with tent and all, yet I’m still waiting (4/23/26) on the to processing a simple return for a refund. I won’t be buying from them again based on my experience.

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David Sawyer
I was initially irritated at your promotion because it did not reflect the sale price

I was initially irritated at your promotion because it did not reflect the sale price. Afterwards you fixed it and I was able to secure the item at the sale price. Thank you for the immediate attention, good sign of customer service , the pillow arrived after my last camping trip but I will use it soon . I like what I see so far. Thanks again.

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JeffB
Pillow stays where it's supposed to

I Love this pillow. I used it this weekend and it never moved. I use a separate Klymit camp pillow on top of it and it works perfect for me. Super comfortable. No fussing and moving around with a slippery pillow. It stayed right where I wanted it all night for a perfect nights sleep. Definitely recommend picking one up.

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Daniel Watkins
Elevated inflatable pillow - comfortable & lightweight!

I'm testing gear for a few upcoming section hikes and have half a dozen lightweight camp pillows in the $25-85 range. I got this one at a great price and opted for the elevated version.

It packs down to a very compact size (4" x 3" maybe?) and has its own bag. It inflates very easily with only a few breaths and deflates very quickly when you are ready to pack it away.

It was comfortable to sleep on, has a nice slip-resistant surface and stayed in place. It is the one I will be taking with me on the next trip, winning out over the others I've been trying out!

One minor gripe: the plug-in cap you use to keep the air in is a little stubborn to get into place and it is easy to inadvertently let air out when trying to plug it. It is also hard to get back out making me worry about wear on the area over time. That said after doing it a few times it becomes easier to do.

Highly recommended, a great pillow!

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Anonymous
Works good so

Works good so far

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Justice

Shoukd have left it as thick as the originals besides that great pillow

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Riley Rivera
Great pillow

This did great on the trail. Fit in the head area of my sleeping bag just right. Stays in place all night

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Jason Byars
No Comparison

Bought two. Super happy. Way better than the rest and that’s because you actually get rest!

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Kyle

Lightweight, packs down small, and holds its air

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Kevin Greenhalgh
Perfect Backpacking Pillow for Side Sleeping

Used this dozens of times without a single issue. It’s extremely easy to inflate and adjust for the perfect level of support while sleeping. I purchased the elevated version, which provides additional height and adjustment for side sleeping and has worked exceptionally well. The price is excellent for the quality of the product, especially considering how lightweight and packable the pillow is.

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Lauren
Order Never Fufilled

I ordered this product over a year ago and never received it

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Jeffrey Anderson
Such a perfect pillow!

Such a perfect pillow! The shape, weight and design of bumps on the underside to keep it from slipping around on your pad is incredible!! The valve mechanism is icing on the cake, so simple, yet effective.

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Julie Weaver
It is ok

It is ok. Light weight. Get it on sale or save money and buy some of the other stuff they that is worth your monet.

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Dave Collins
So good I have two of them!

I actually have two of these excellent pillows. I took one on my AT thru hike and it never failed me, despite taking some abuse. I got a second one to put between my knees. These things are comfortable, indestructible and affordable. One of my favorite pieces of gear!

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Steve Tracy
My head will rest.

I’ve been using an OV pillow for about four or five years now. The reason I purchased this pillow is because I started using a topquilt and I needed a way to keep it from disappearing in the night. My sleeping bag had a pocket to keep it from moving around. I pretty much bought this for the string that came attached.

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Frank

Haven’t used it yet. Look good on the fit and finish. Holds air.

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Robert Miller
Great pillow

Looking forward to using this

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Eliza
Leaky from the beginning

Leaky from the beginning. Had to reinflate it every 4 hours or so.

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Steven

Package came quickly and undamaged

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Tsambikose

Great pillow, fills really fast, 2-3 breaths and the thickness is perfect. Doesn’t slide off the mattress even without the cofd but will be installing it to make sure it stays. Love it!

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L.B.

Quiet and compact. The elastic and rubber nubs on the bottom do a great job keeping the pillow in place when you move around.

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Sixtyspoons
Got two of these for the wife and daughter

Got two of these for the wife and daughter on a very good deal. Well worth the full price. Held air well, did not move around and didn't get too cold.

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Kellen Koder
Love the pillow!!!

Love the pillow, my sleep has completely changed since I got it. I used to think that pillows were just added weight in my pack and never really bothered with them. Then I came across this on Instagram and decided to give it a shot. Really light and could fit in my sleeping bag stuff sack. HOLY MOLY, my sleep got so much better. My last trip with this pillow was the first night ive slept completely through the night. I didn't wake up until the sun did. If you're like I was thinking a pillow is useless I strongly recommend you give this one a try.

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Nathan Gerhards

Non-Slip Ultralight Stretch Pillow

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Jodie Herbstritt
Nice Backpacking pillow

Pillow stayed put while sleeping and was quiet
Very satisfied

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Customer Bill Thames
Flawless

I just returned from a four day section hike of the AT in Maryland (Land of rocks and boulders) and your pillow was one of the highlights of camp life for my weary bones. The pillow was easy to use and didn't budge on some otherwise restless nights. Not restless because of comfort but because the trees above the shelters we were in had coconut sized acorns falling on the roof all night. My pillow was flawless!!!

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Perry
Good for side sleepers

I'm a side sleeper. Getting a pillow that is tall enough and is light weight has been difficult to find. But, this pillow has solved that problem for me. It also works well when laying on your back. I like it and plan to continue using it

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TB
a great budget pillow option.

This isn’t my favorite ultralight pillow. I’m much prefer the Aeros down pillow by sea to Summit or the fillo elite… or the regular fillo, by Nemo, if you’re not going hard-core ultralight, but those are all pretty expensive. Of the budget options this is the best pillow I’ve tried… and as pillows have been a very hard thing for me to dial-in, I have tried a lot of budget pillows.

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