LAST EDITED ON Feb-06-10 AT 07:48PM (MST)[p]what temp rating bag would you recommend for Colorado back country hunt in September? Things to consider are I want the lightest, and most compact bag I can get away with, obviously; I don't like to sleep with full gear on, just a base layer, or even shorts; and I'd rather be a tad too warm than a tad too cold.
What degree bag to get??
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tradbowwyo
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I use a 20 degree bag by the north face. I wish I had something around 10 degrees or so in september though. In the summer during scouting trips in the high country, 20 degrees is just right for me. I would look at bags made by Marmot or Western Mountaineering, or even Big Agnes. Expect some steep prices, but it would be worth it.
LAST EDITED ON Feb-07-10 AT 02:43PM (MST)[p]I also use the 15 degree marmot helium and have been warm even into the single digits later in the fall. People say Western Mountaineering and Montbell make good bags as well. Get a bage with 800 or higher rated loft rating.
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westelkman
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It doesn't hurt to go a bit warmer rating with a down bag as long as it has a full 2 way zip. No real sacrifice weight wise only in the pocketbook.
I'm a warm sleeper; I have the Montbell UL2 stretch bag and love it.
"In nature there are neither rewards nor punishments; there are consequences"
Robert Green Ingersoll
I'm a warm sleeper; I have the Montbell UL2 stretch bag and love it.
"In nature there are neither rewards nor punishments; there are consequences"
Robert Green Ingersoll
ELKOHUNTER
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I don't care where I backpack I want a 0deg bag with me. You can always open the zipper!
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gemstatejake
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I bought a 0 degree REI kilo plus a few years ago. Great bag, kept me warm in some down right cold conditions. If your backpacking and all that, get a zero and you wont regret it.
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HardcoreOutdoor
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Plus 1 on the zero degree especially if you are looking for a bag to use for other trips. However, if you are looking to be more specific to this trip, figure out the historical temp ranges for that area at that time of year and pick your bag accordingly. I would error on the conservative side since being too warm is easier to deal with then being too cold.
Next question is, determine if you can keep the bag dry or not and decide on down or a synthetic insulation like Climasheild or Lamilite.
Good luck, let us know what you go with and how it works out for you.
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Next question is, determine if you can keep the bag dry or not and decide on down or a synthetic insulation like Climasheild or Lamilite.
Good luck, let us know what you go with and how it works out for you.
Wade
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I did look at the avg and historical temps for one certain area, but figured I'd get a take from people with real experiences.
I read the debate you guys had on synthetic vs. down. I'm leaning toward synthetic, but will not pass up a down bag that's in my budget with the right specs.
I read the debate you guys had on synthetic vs. down. I'm leaning toward synthetic, but will not pass up a down bag that's in my budget with the right specs.
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HardcoreOutdoor
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Glad we don't have to have that discussion all over again.
What are you leaning towards?
Wade
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What are you leaning towards?
Wade
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dryflyelk
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I know this discussion is over, but here's my .02.
I've got several bags, and to me the most versatile would be a 15 or 20 degree bag, especially if it's your only one. In normal fall hunting conditions it is plenty. If it's colder, buy a liner to go in your bag. They make a few different kinds and typically they add 10-20 degrees of warmth. That also means you don't have to pack around the extra weight of a colder bag if you don't need to. The added benefit is that you can take it out and wash it when it gets nasty, and you don't have to worry about washing your bag.
Here's an example.
http://www.rei.com/product/797113
I've got several bags, and to me the most versatile would be a 15 or 20 degree bag, especially if it's your only one. In normal fall hunting conditions it is plenty. If it's colder, buy a liner to go in your bag. They make a few different kinds and typically they add 10-20 degrees of warmth. That also means you don't have to pack around the extra weight of a colder bag if you don't need to. The added benefit is that you can take it out and wash it when it gets nasty, and you don't have to worry about washing your bag.
Here's an example.
http://www.rei.com/product/797113
