Question about sleeping bags for backpacking
Ok, all you outdoorsy types, I have been looking into some sleeping bags that are good for backpacking. I have seen the down bags that stuff into basically a coffee can, or so it seems. This isn't for extreme use, just for a couple over night hiking trips and what not.
I have seen prices from $100-$500+ Again the most important thing here is that the bags stuff down to small size to fit in the backpack compartment. Thanks for any ideas or suggestions |
Build a lean to, kill a bear and use his hide for warmth.
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What the hell kind of trip is that? If your greatest danger is twisiting an ankle, you're going to the wrong area. Rethink this or turn in your man card son. |
As far as a bag, down is great as long as you are 100% sure it won't get wet. If that happens, you're horsed. What kind of temps are you going to be dealing with?
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Dude? What kind of evening ambient temperatures are you looking at for this adventure?
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Yeah, we need to know low temp at night to really make a recommendation..
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I believe the guys on Brokeback Mountain used the Coleman Butt****er 2000 series backpack. They can be a pain in the ass to carry though.
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First decision is what are the lowest temperatures you think you'll be backpacking in? Then decide how good you are at erecting a dry tent (do you need to go synthetic or down). Then visit Campmor or Sierra Trading Post online and get a name brand bag.
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I use a synthetic mummy bag for backpacking. It's smaller, warmer, and fits in a small bag. When I take the camper I use a down rectangular bag. It's more roomy and since it's inside I don't worry about it getting wet.
Tips: Don't leave it stuffed in the bag. Take it out at camp asap to let the fill expand and form the air pockets that keep you warm. Take it out once you get home also. Get a good sleeping pad if you're sleeping on the ground. The ground can freeze your ass pretty quick with nothing insulating you (if it's cold) since you'll be compressing all the fill with your body against the ground. Don't sleep in the clothes you arrived at camp in. There's a tiny bit of moisture in your clothes that can keep you cold at night. Change your clothes or go nekkid. There's a thousand bags out there to choose from. http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/s...g%20bag&eMode= |
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If you don't bring a sleeping pad when you backpack, you deserve to be eaten by bears.
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Is this Cooke City in June or Kansas in June. There's about a 50 degree difference!:thumb: |
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Ounce for ounce, goose down compresses smaller, is lighter, and warmer. They usually last longer too.
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Since you might go down to 35 degrees, I would buy one at that temperature. Not sure if you're tall or not, but I've always liked to get a "long" bag. http://www.sierratradingpost.com/sie...processed=true |
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There are usually 2-3 caught per year in my "circle" of fly fishing friends during the white bass run. |
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This appears to be a catch all thread, but the basic idea is that down is usually better, but it'll usually cost a bit more, and it sucks if it gets wet. If you're planning to use it a lot, it's worth the extra money.
Oh, and the best way to buy one is to go into a store that lets you try one out. I don't think REI has made it to KC yet, but if there's a store kind of like that in the area, go and see them and just ask questions. Or at least read this. http://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advi...eping-bag.html |
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Pete check eBay. I recently bought a Kelty 0 degree down bag for $100.
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It has probably been said, but pairing up your bag with a Therma Rest pad is well worth the money.
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I'd also suggest as mentioned earlier, to have a seperate set of cloths to sleep in. A union suit/long johns, wool socks, and a hat. I also use a Army poncho liner for a lil blanket that folds up small.
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