Cold weather sleeping bag recommendations

[Celt]

Looking for one that can go below 20.

Thanks,

Celt

[High Tower]

I know the military "sleep systems" will work from experience. If you are tall (6'4"+) I would not advise one.

There are quite a few options out there and depending on your needs - weight, colors, size, price etc - it will be easy enough to find one. I wouldn't do internet shopping on stuff like this as I prefer to actually see the product before I buy it. Check out camping/backpacking/outdoorsy stores like REI.

http://www.snugpak.com/index.php?MenuID=160-131

That link will be a good start. They work well and compact pretty small.

[SOWT]

I know the military "sleep systems" will work from experience. If you are tall (6'4"+) I would not advise one.

There are quite a few options out there and depending on your needs - weight, colors, size, price etc - it will be easy enough to find one. I wouldn't do internet shopping on stuff like this as I prefer to actually see the product before I buy it. Check out camping/backpacking/outdoorsy stores like REI.

http://www.snugpak.com/index.php?MenuID=160-131

That link will be a good start. They work well and compact pretty small.

x2 on the "Wiggy's" system.

[Dave L.]

I have been using the Snugpak Elite 1 and Elite 3 (you can put them together if needed). The Elite 1 is the lightest warmest synthetic bag I have ever used (for it's pack size) and I really like it. The 3 is too warm for any type of indoor use. I usually use them unzipped because they work so well. They also manage moisture extremely well.

[hatidua]

-Western Mountaineering
-Feathered Friends
-Mountain Hardwear ("Wraith" or "Ghost" come to mind)
-Montbell

None will look "tactical" but these companies make very good bags.

[Iraq Ninja]

Celt,

Are you packing it in or static?
Is it a dry or wet environment?
Is weight and size important?

Wiggys are tough, a bit heavy and bulky.

Kifaru only makes the regulator slick bag now. Their base bag and MOB are out of production...damn.

My current strategy is to factor in wearing my cold weather clothing (Wild things Happy Suit) inside the bag. I think this is same thinking the USMC is going towards in their new bag.

I had high hopes for the Guardian Sleep System from Bluewater/ADS but they don't seem to be for sale yet. I like the idea of a center zip bag with arm holes.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jH-Fk...layer_embedded

[Eurodriver]

My current strategy is to factor in wearing my cold weather clothing (Wild things Happy Suit) inside the bag. I think this is same thinking the USMC is going towards in their new bag.

...so now they get smart.

I never understood the logic (even though it worked) of designing a sleeping system that for best effect required you to get naked in order to keep warm...

[variablebinary]

...so now they get smart.

I never understood the logic (even though it worked) of designing a sleeping system that for best effect required you to get naked in order to keep warm...

I own several types of sleeping bags, and have used the issue sleep system and a vietnam era sleeping bag.

I've tried sleeping in ACU's, but respiration and sweat will damn near kill you once you step out the bag. Even bags with a waterproof/breathable membrane still feel humid inside by morning.

[Dave L.]

I've tried sleeping in ACU's, but respiration and sweat will damn near kill you once you step out the bag. Even bags with a waterproof/breathable membrane still feel humid inside by morning.

For Fall, Winter, and Spring, my favorite clothing to wear in a sleeping bag is the Patagonia Capilene 2 long sleeve and pants. They manage moisture much better than any Under Armour type garments.

[Eurodriver]

I've tried sleeping in ACU's, but respiration and sweat will damn near kill you once you step out the bag. Even bags with a waterproof/breathable membrane still feel humid inside by morning.

There is a trick to that... assuming you have a tarp, a cot, and a truck

The buttons on the tarp went down vertically from the bungee holding it to the truck, and the tarp was wrapped around the cot. It was right around freezing and I could sleep with the bag unzipped using it as a blanket.

Best few nights I ever spent in the field.