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Q&A How to clean a sleeping bag ?

A sleeping bag will eventually need a cleaning. How do you proceed, in particular according to the different materials?

3 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Stefano Borini‭  ·  last activity 2mo ago by Iizuki‭

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Q&A How does a synthetic overbag work?

In really cold temperatures, it's often recommended to use a separate overbag made from a synthetic material over your main down sleeping bag. Supposedly this helps moisture (from your body) escape...

0 answers  ·  posted 2mo ago by Iizuki‭

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Q&A How to keep your nose warm in a sleeping bag during the winter?

When sleeping in cold temperatures in a sleeping bag with the opening closed to the minimum — just your face — how to keep your nose from getting cold? I feel like the cold air coming in will alway...

0 answers  ·  posted 2mo ago by Iizuki‭  ·  edited 2mo ago by Iizuki‭

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Gear Recommendations Why are Fjällräven sleeping bags so expensive?

The Fjällräven POLAR -20 REG has the following specs: 850 EUR 1650g and 25cm x 40cm volume EN/ISO: -12°C comfort, -20°C limit, -42°C extreme 95/5 Down; 800 cuin The MARMOT - Never Summer s...

4 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Martin Thoma‭  ·  edited 3y ago by Charlie Brumbaugh‭

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Q&A Is it warmer to sleep naked in a sleeping bag?

When camping in cold weather, some people say it is actually warmer to sleep naked than to sleep with clothes on. Is that true, or is it better to leave warm clothes on while in the bag?

13 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Sleeping solo in a double sleeping bag

I'm buying a double sleeping bag for travels with my girlfriend. Parameters (of the bag, not the girlfriend): 1500g of goose down, 680 in³/oz (393 cm³/g), 90/10% down/feather, rated to -9...-15°C T...

6 answers  ·  posted 4y ago by Alexander‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Will a down sleeping bag recover 100% after being squeezed if it's not for a long time?

It is well known that a down sleeping bag should be stored as open as possible when not in use, but that can be squeezed and compressed to a very small fraction of its size when necessary (that fea...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Dakatine‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Are sleeping bags needed in southern Spain in summer?

My girlfriend and I are going camping in Europe this summer and are starting off in Spain. We have this tent, and are looking into sleeping bags. We have also been keeping an eye on the weather in ...

2 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by TomSelleck‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A Winter camping in Western Europe sleeping bag question

I will be car camping in Western Europe (Portugal & Spain) from Nov. 14-Dec. 22nd this year. I will be camping in a wide range of environments, ranging from the mountainous Asturias Province of...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by Ian‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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Q&A What temperature rating of sleeping bag, season of tent and R value of a pad are needed for autumn camping in Norway?

I'm currently planning a trekking trip in the north of Norway in September/early October. Because most of my current gear is way to heavy or only for hot weather I'm buying a new set of camping eq...

3 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by GittingGud‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A Will I be warmer in my sleeping bag inside or outside of my tent, when winter camping?

I spent one night outside, at -28 degrees F, in an -40 arctic bag. I had no tent, only a small poly tarp between the snow and my bag. I stayed fully clothed but barely slept due to being so cold al...

7 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by G.Bourne‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is an old but new down sleeping bag as good as a recent and new one?

I recently purchased a new western mountaineering sleeping bag (Puma MF) from Moosejaw. Long story short, I found that the bag was manufactured more than 4 years ago, in 2014, the price tags have f...

2 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Kun‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A How warm should a sleeping bag be to sleep in summer in the Alps comfortably?

I am looking to buy an ultralight sleeping bag, that would be warm enough for sleeping in the Alps in summer comfortably. I would be sleeping in a tent on a sleeping mat. I would probably be stayin...

4 answers  ·  posted 6y ago by april rain‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is an alternative sleep system if I don't want to use a down mummy bag for winter camping?

I would like to winter camp in a 4-season tent but am interested in alternatives to mummy sleeping bags. I want to avoid that shape. What alternative sleep systems do people use that are appropri...

1 answer  ·  posted 5y ago by birch‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A How stuffed is a sleeping bag stuffed in its recommended stuff sack size?

Sleeping bags often have a recommended stuff sack size given either in dimensions or volume i.e. 6 x 11 inches or 5 liters. Is the recommended size for how small it can get for backpacking or is i...

3 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by Charlie Brumbaugh‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A How to prevent sleeping bag from expanding in its bag

I have bought a down sleeping bag that comes with two bags: one for storage and one for packing. The packing bag is not as small as it could potentially be, and it is shaped like waterproof bags, w...

3 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by april rain‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A Pros and cons of Tent vs bivvy bag

Tent vs bivvy bag - different camping experience, protection from the elements, comfort and weight? What are the pros and cons of both? Is it even a valid comparison - e.g. is it viable to rely on ...

4 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by Andrew Welch‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A Two person sleeping bag liner for sleeping bag/staying in a hut?

I am in eager search for any suggestions in terms of a personal sleeping bag liner we use for winter in our zipped together sleeping bags and for our summer tour we’re we mostly stay in huts. We ca...

2 answers  ·  posted 5y ago by canIchangethis‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I tie a sleeping bag to my backpack?

I recently upgraded to a modern backpack and I'm stumped as to how to tie accessories down to it. My previous backpack had tie-down points on the bottom of the pack that I could attach long straps...

6 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Edward Thomson‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A How to camp in wolf country?

How safe is sleeping in bear country? I, too, like to sleep in a bivy sack under the stars. And while during the summer I am not too concerned about wolves (in spite of locals reporting attack...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Vorac‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Can the loft of a synthetic bag stored for years be restored?

I recently found the hollofil mummy bag I used in my teens, about 30 years ago. At the time it was quite a warm bag, only usable when it was very cold out. It's been stored "randomly stuffed" into...

1 answer  ·  posted 6y ago by edgewood‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Does a sleeping bag comfort temperature rating increase with time?

I've had a mummy style sleeping bag, with 100% Dacron polyester fill, for the better part of 20 years. The comfort rating is -5 degrees F. I hadn't used it in approximately 10 years. When I used...

2 answers  ·  posted 6y ago by wanderweeer‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Two kids sharing a sleeping bag

We are heading out on our first family camping. We tested out our sleeping bags in the living room. The two kids ( ~2 & ~5 yo) wanted to share one adult sleeping bag. I'm expecting that it wil...

3 answers  ·  posted 6y ago by Simppa‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Waterproofing a sleeping bag

I was out camping recently, and found that the bottom foot or so of my sleeping bag had gotten wet ( in part due to one of the stakes for my rain fly coming loose, but that's another story). As no...

7 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by fyrepenguin‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A How to select a good sleeping bag liner?

So I am going on a 6 days wildness hike. I have a down sleep bag that can comfortably cover up to 3 degrees if I have thermos on. I am considering getting a sleeping bag liner. Main concerns are: ...

5 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by TelKitty‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is there any upper temperature limit for a given sleeping bag?

I'm actually shopping for a new sleeping bag and am a bit in doubt about a question that I do not find treated anywhere: By investing an arbitrarily huge amount of money I can buy a sleeping bag to...

5 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by Benedikt Bauer‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What guidelines should I use when choosing a sleeping bag liner?

I am 179-180cm (about 5.9ft) tall. I bought a Thermolite Reactor Compact Plus sleeping bag liner. By specification it is 183cm, (6ft), however I did not count that the "head-end" also wraps one's h...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by Maksim Sorokin‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Pink Winter Sleeping Bags

Are there any good winter sleeping bags geared towards women who like the color PINK? One that is good for backpacking and for cold (0 degree) temps.

2 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by saratogahiker‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What should you do if your sleeping bag gets soaking wet at night?

I spent one really miserable night because I found out during the rainstorm that my bivy sack wasn't waterproof. Drying it out wasn't an option because of the rain and moving some where else also ...

5 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by Charlie Brumbaugh‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Sleeping bag too hot

How can I regulate my temperature in a -15°C down sleeping bag when it is cold but not quite -15°C? I have a down sleeping bag rated at -15°C. Used it at a previous hike where the temperature went...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Badger‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are the key factors when choosing a sleeping bag for backpacking?

I'm preparing to go on my first ever backpacking trip and do not have a suitable sleeping bag. What are the factors I should consider when choosing one? Personally I'm looking for the best value I...

4 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by Mike Deck‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What to look for in a durable, 3-season sleeping bag?

I'm looking to purchase a camping sleeping bag. I'd like one that's high-quality, durable, and suitable for weekend hiking/camping trips during spring, summer, and fall in New England. (Most of my ...

2 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Laura‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are the considerations for using chemical heat pads in sleeping bags?

A now-deleted answer to this question suggested using chemical heating pads in sleeping bags at night to provide added warmth. The product suggested is the 'Thermacare ... Fe-loaded material' I lo...

1 answer  ·  posted 6y ago by James Jenkins‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Tent and sleeping bag: pack inside or strap outside a backpack?

When I bought my pack, we were told to always pack the tent and sleeping bag in the pack. Since then I have seen a lot of articles and hikers doing the outside. What are the benefits on packing t...

5 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Russell Steen‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A Making my own Vapor Barrier Liner for a mummy sleeping bag

I'm trekking up the Kilimanjaro and planned on using my sleeping bag which is rated for -10 / +10 with an extreme at -17 degree Celsius. I read that temperatures may plunge down to -25° at the very...

2 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by ChrisR‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is water resistant down and how is it made?

Water resistant down has interesting properties which make it appealing for outdoor applications. However, it is not widely available and seems to be only offered in certain fill powers. How is th...

1 answer  ·  posted 11y ago by ppl‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A How does drying stuff in your sleeping bag work?

A pretty common trick when winter camping is to dry anything that gets damp/wet (e.g., base layers and socks) in your sleeping bag (cf. How do you dry wet socks when camping/backpacking if it's rai...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by StrongBad‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A How to care for a smelly (as in wet dog smell) down sleeping bag?

My down sleeping bag smelled like a wet dog after a damp night out. By reading this forum thread. I realized that it probably didn't dry enough after the trip. So I let it out at the air, and the ...

1 answer  ·  posted 9y ago by Dakatine‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A How could a lighter winter sleeping bag also be warmer?

Western Mountaineering makes both the Bison GWS (rated -40) and the Cypress GWS (rated -30) sleeping bags. But the Bison has a lower fill weight (42 oz) and is cheaper ($1095) vs the Cypress (50 oz...

4 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by have_beard_will_ski‭  ·  last activity 6y ago by System‭

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Q&A How much colder is hammock vs. sleeping in a tent?

I just got my first hammock and am eager to try it out! I don't have an underquilt, I was planning to use my current bag and foam pad. In a tent, they would be on the lower end of comfortable for t...

2 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by user812786‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Down sleeping bag stored in sack for years

I bought a down sleeping bag years ago and have been storing it in the stuff sack in came with. I recently learned that storing it this way is really bad for the sleeping bag. Is there any way to...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by Dru Olson‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A How long should a down sleeping bag last?

I just looked at our sleeping bags, which we bought in 1972. They are in pretty good condition, with only a few small patches. Is it unusual for a down sleeping bag to give service for 45 years a...

2 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by ab2 MonicaNotForgotten‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Sleeping in a sleeping bag only compared to tent camping

First let me set the stage: Location: Outside of Tokyo (Lake Sagami or something similar) Time: End of April Temperature: The temperature at night is above 9 °C Weather: It's dry (not raining or...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by kemis‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Warmth of two sleeping bags

If I use two identical 20-degree-rated bags, one inside the other, what would likely be the effective temperature rating? 10-degree? 0-degree? negative-10-degree?

2 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by themirror‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A What does an X chamber construction in a sleeping bag look like?

At the moment I'm online shopping around a bit for down sleeping bags. I came across some sleeping bags that are specified to have an "X chamber construction". I have found lots of online resources...

1 answer  ·  posted 10y ago by Benedikt Bauer‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A How much insulation does a wet synthetic sleeping bag provide?

One of the selling points of a synthetic sleeping bag is that it retains its thermal properties even when wet. However, one of the most miserable nights I have ever had was in a wet synthetic sleep...

2 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by Charlie Brumbaugh‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Can a cooler (warm weather) sleeping bag be used when combined with a warmer (cold weather) under quilt for hammock camping?

My general question is as such: If I use a 30°F (-1°C) under quilt with my hammock, would I be fine using a 50°F (10°C; or higher) sleeping bag as a "top quit" during 30°F (-1°C) winter nights? My ...

3 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by Cmpsnetsua‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Homemade top quilt with variable stuffing

Reading the instructions here about making my own sleeping bag/top quilt and it got me thinking, if I can make a temporary seal on one end (Velcro, buttons, zips, etc) I could vary the amount of st...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by Chris J‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Quality of duck vs goose down

While searching for a sleeping bag I was told that goose down is clearly superior to duck down in terms of quality. I guess that means e.g. the fill power (measured in cuin). What exactly are the d...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Wills‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Gear for Car-camping with 2 small children

We're a family of 4 - two adults, one toddler and one infant (5 months) recently moved to the US for a year. We'd like to go camping for a few long weekends this month and next on the East coast (a...

4 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by emmanx‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭