Sleeping

26 terms

Browse definitions, examples, and related concepts for 26 sleeping terms commonly used in camping and backpacking.

Key Terms at a Glance

Term Definition
air mattress A lightweight, inflatable sleeping pad used for insulation and comfort while...
camping mattress A portable mattress used for sleeping outdoors or in a tent, typically...
camping pad A portable, cushioned mat placed under a sleeping bag to provide insulation...
camping pillow A pillow designed for use while camping, often inflatable or made from...
foam pad A pad made from foam that provides cushioning and insulation from the ground...
insulation Materials or clothing that provide warmth by trapping air and retaining body...
insulation value A measure of a material’s ability to provide warmth by insulating against...
pad A lightweight mat used by backpackers while sleeping. This mat (used in...

air mattress

noun

A lightweight, inflatable sleeping pad used for insulation and comfort while camping.

camping mattress

noun

A portable mattress used for sleeping outdoors or in a tent, typically inflatable or foam-based.

camping pad

noun

A portable, cushioned mat placed under a sleeping bag to provide insulation and comfort while camping.

camping pillow

noun

A pillow designed for use while camping, often inflatable or made from compressible materials.

down insulation

noun

An organic insulating material derived from goose/duck plumage (the fluffy substance beneath the bird’s features)....

foam pad

noun

A pad made from foam that provides cushioning and insulation from the ground when camping.

gear loft

noun

An area within some camping tents that provides room to store lightweight items. A gear loft is commonly a small...

ground pad

noun

A lightweight mat used by backpackers while sleeping. This mat (used in conjunction with a sleeping bag) offers...

insulation

noun

Materials or clothing that provide warmth by trapping air and retaining body heat.

insulation value

noun

A measure of a material’s ability to provide warmth by insulating against heat loss.

loft

noun

A measure of down’s fluffiness: the number of cubic inches an ounce of down fills.

lumbar pad

noun

A support found on a backpack that adds lower-back comfort when carrying heavy loads.

mummy bag

noun

A type of sleeping bag that fits snugly around one’s body. A hood keeps the user’s head warm. The bag also tapers to...

pad

noun

A lightweight mat used by backpackers while sleeping. This mat (used in conjunction with a sleeping bag) offers...

pot insulation

noun

Material or devices used to insulate a cooking pot, maintaining heat and conserving fuel.

primaloft

noun

A brand of polyester insulation with characteristics that closely resemble those of down. It is also a registered...

quilt

noun

A type of camping blanket designed to drape over the wearer(s). Quilts are insulated but have no zippers. They are...

quilted

noun

A fabrication technique in which a garment/item is filled with insulating material that’s stitched into place.

rv pad

noun

A designated area where you can park your RV. At a campground, an RV pad will (hopefully) be level and free of...

sleeping bag

noun

A lined and insulated bag for sleeping in. A sleeping bag is a key piece of camping gear. It helps retain body heat...

sleeping mat

noun

A lightweight mat used by backpackers while sleeping. This mat (used in conjunction with a sleeping bag) offers...

sleeping pad

noun

A lightweight mat used by backpackers while sleeping. This mat (used in conjunction with a sleeping bag) offers...

sleeping setup

noun

The arrangement and equipment used for sleeping during camping or hiking trips.

synthetic insulation

noun

A non-organic insulating material created made with intertwined filaments of polyester fibers. These clusters trap...

tent pad

noun

A (hopefully) level surface designed to pitch a tent on. A tent pad might be built out of sand, gravel, or mulch.

thermal pad

noun

A lightweight mat used by backpackers while sleeping. This mat (used in conjunction with a sleeping bag) offers...