Advnture Verdict
A fun print, cosy down filling and a surprisingly sturdy ripstop outer material make this soft and silky little number a decent choice for camping weekenders with mates.
Pros
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Lovely design
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Warm and lightweight down filling
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Long
Cons
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Not all the colorways are attractive
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Doesn’t double up as a sleeping bag
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Kelty Galactic Down Blanket: first impressions
All things bright and beautiful – Kelty’s Galactic down blanket stands out for its fun, futuristic tie-dye design. This oversized quilt approaches a double duvet in length, so it’s good for two people to share, and can be popped on top of a double air bed if you’re off glamping.
But how did it fare under test conditions for our best camping blanket buying guide? Read on…
• RRP: £84.95 (UK)
• Insulation: 550 fill power down
• Weight: 810g / 28.5oz
• Blanket size: 183cm x 140cm / 72in x 15.7in
• Packed size: 18cm x 31cm / 7in x 12in
• Colors: Cranberry / Grisaille / Cathay Spice
• Compatibility: A packable, lightweight option for summer weekend camping
Kelty Galactic Down Blanket: in the field
On test, we found the pleasingly soft ripstop fabric stood up well to rips, tears and uneven ground. Kelty call this blanket “super compressive” – it’s not as tiny as that makes it sound, but it does stuff easily into a stuff sack for storage, and this would double up as a pillow in a pinch.
We also like it as an extra layer over a sleeping bag on chillier nights, as it’s easy to tuck in and adds welcome warmth and weight on shoulder-season camps. Inside the silky-soft but durable outer fabric are pockets of down, which do a great job of trapping warmth in quickly while still feeling pleasingly light and airy.
We love the bright, bohemian design in purple and red, but would avoid the cream/brown version, which just looks a bit muddy. It’s also a pity this blanket doesn’t pop- or zip-up into a makeshift sleeping bag.
Kelty seem to have aimed this design firmly at campers heading off on relaxed summer weekends in the wild, and I’d say it’s a great choice for that kind of adventure, especially if you like a bit of bright color in your kit bag.
