Berghaus Intrepid 700 Sleeping Bag

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Even on a day out I carry my stove (Jetboil Flash), for hot drinks, my frying pan and my 1 KG chair. Provide as much information as you can, and if you bought it before tell us where you got it from, when, how much you paid for it, and of course how you got on with it. Inner pockets, as the name hints, are interior pockets inside the sleeping bag that can be used to keep small valuables close to the body. Bivy bag: Borah Gear lightweight bivy - this has an inbuilt midge net and has a pullout to hang from the underside of the tarp. A long length sleeping bag is the best choice sleeping bag for those taller campers among us with a 6ft+ guideline for optimum comfort.

Although regular sleeping bags were once the most common and popular outdoor sleeping companion, these have been overtaken by the mummy bags. If you’re a fan of ergonomics, it’s best to get yourself a sleeping bag with a zip that works well with your dominant hand. However, if you’re still on the fence and want to look at some more options, here are some great alternatives to consider. Baffles are the name given to the compartments in the interior of the sleeping bags, helping to ensure that the insulation remains distributed evenly. Firstly it's squarely a 3 to 4 season sleeping bag, and from a UK perspective you are unlikely to use it outside of the November to February Winter period.If you’re looking for the best sleeping bag for roughing it on the living room floor, camping throughout the height of summer or heading to a festival, it’s this one that you should opt for. Available in both single and double configurations, these can be the best solution for casual campers and offer a small slice of luxury when roughing it outdoors.

The US brand Nemo used to do one like this and it was brilliant, though the casing degraded after a couple of years rendering it useless.Additionally, these bags are heavier and bulkier thanks to the requirement of additional material to compensate for the lesser capabilities. The elasticated collar and hood draw-cord's work really well; it closes up nice and snug to keep out any chill or wind. A zip baffle, located behind the zip, is great for reducing the heat loss through the zipper, making a great addition to those 3 and 4 season bags. I thought that the Ascent 700 could be a little cold in the 2500-3000 m of altitude in Spain, but after reading your review I'm starting to change my mind.