sleeping bags

[fujimo]

Been reading through other threads, but wanted to get some practical input on this.

we are up in the PNW of Canada. Coastal rain forest country.
so never extreme  cold , maybe a bit below freezing, but lats of fall and winter rain. High humidity conditions!

1. i dont like mummy bags.
2. i am 6'2"- 190#
3. backpackable, but dont need superlight.
4. i respect the super light, yet expensive options, but i would rather sacrifice a bit of weight for a more durable product.
5. like all things in life, i want as much bang for my buck as i can get, within reason of course, i dont mind paying a bit more, if its justified.
6. i am not adverse to some kind of surplus equipment either. if its the right thing!

many thanks

[achigan]

First and foremost, no down. If it gets wet, it could kill you.
You can always unzip a too-warm bag, but if it’s not enough, it’s not enough. REI might be the best commercial site to go to to get a product comparison. I own a Marmot down bag and a North Face synthetic. Each has their place. Big Agnes has a wide range of bags.

[Wudstix]

Could buy used in good condition.  15-20 degree bag.
 

[fujimo]

those big agnes bags look pretty good, and not too badly priced.
anybody on here used them?

[ozy clint]

kifaru slick bag. synthetic Apex insulation, roomy fit not a tight mummy bag.

used it in Westland NZ which is wet cold and humid just like the PNW.

you can get in with damp baselayers and be dry in the morning.

[yeager]

Wiggy’s makes a great bag at a good price. Recently bought their -20 Ultima Thule mummy for $220. They do have a -20 Hunter Ultima Thule rectangular for $230.

[hunting badger]

My latest bag that I use is a Wiggy and its a good bag for the conditions you deal with. I live in Alaska and do many different kinds of hunts. I've used it in Southeast Alaska hunting Elk where it rained 8 out of the 9 days we were there, everything we had was at least damp, the bag performed well. I've also used it hunting mountain goats also in Southeast Alaska and moose hunting on the lower Yukon River. I would recommend Wiggy's, I have no idea how much they cost these days mine is at least 10 years old and I'm still using it on my hunts.

[R.V.T.B.]

I bought a Marmot Trestles long and wide bag several years ago.  It is a mummy style but has an extra wide foot box so you don't even notice it.  Mine is a 0 degree bag and I think I picked it up for a little over $200.00.  With a good pad, I have no complaints.  Have spent numerous nights in it in Utah and Wyoming and it works great.

[Tucker]

Hi Wayne,
My suggestions:
•synthetic fill (for your purposes forget down)
•get a temperature range bag colder than you expect to need. Seems like manufacturers consistently overestimate or exaggerate their products warmth/temperature rating.
•go with a name brand
•you mentioned not liking mummy bags and wanting it to backpackable- usually those two qualities don’t go well together too often, since most bags for backpacking are mummies. But since I know you are a strong guy, get the warmest rectangular bag you can that fits within how much weight you are willing to carry. I would think that would end up being 4-6# maybe, or more for the real warm bags.
Hope that all works out well!
Has the QCI opened up for visitors yet? Grace and I were thinking about coming over for some deer hunting this month but put the plans on hold due to Covid restrictions. Maybe in the fall.
All the best,
Tucker

[Miikka]

Hi!

I have one of these and I use it as a sleeping bag and extra layer of protection from the elements. During summer it's enough for sleeping and you can add more layers (quilts, jackets, etc.) during autumn or winter.
It also functions as a rain poncho, but it is very warm at that purpose. Also good for stationary hunting where you just put it on like a cloak.
http://www.militaryclothing.com/Jervenbag-HUNTER-MOUNTAIN-Camo.aspx

[SKITCH]

Hi.  I have many if the same demands.  For extra room, proven tech and reasonable prices look at Big Agnes!  Some great bags that come in down or synthetic. They make many that are much more comfortable than the standard mummy shape. In your area I wouldn’t be too worried about down as you don’t get that cold, down is much better today than 30 years ago with new treatments, cover materials etc. also, with just a little bit of care you should be able to Lee it dry.

Another company to look at is NEMO. I am about to purchase one of their Disco 30 bags.  Again, much more room than a mummy but built for outdoors.  They have a synthetic series, the forte I think that is less
Expensive and you won’t have to worry about
Down.   Look at REI as they are always having sales  and sell some of
These as last years model.

Good luck!! 

[SKITCH]

By the way...when looking at the Big Agnes bags make sure you check out how many of them do not have an insulated bottom side. They have attachments for your pad and use the pad as the bottom insulation....leaving more to
Cover your top portion.  I like the idea but I’m sure there are many that don’t!! 

[Gil Verwey]

Watch the video for this bag. This looks like the trick in your area.

https://www.wiggys.com/sleeping-bags/ultima-thule-boat-foot-mummy-style-sleeping-bag/

[Car54]

https://www.wiggys.com/sleeping-bags/ultima-thule-mummy-style-sleeping-bag/
I bought this one today.  $198 in black 

[76Aggie]

I have a synthetic Kelty rated for -20.  I seriously doubt it would keep me warm at that temperature but I have been in in the low teens and it worked very well.  I am a firm believer in synthetic versus down in wet and cold climates.  Some makers advertise a highly water resistant down bag but I am very reluctant to try them.  I know what warming properties synthetics have.  Hate like heck to have any type of wet or seriously damp bag when your ride home does not land for another week or so.

[Tajue17]

Kifaru slick bag worth a look

[Judd]

I am also a Wiggy's proponent especially his bags and any other Lamilite insulated product he sells.
He makes a non mummy bag system that is very warm.
If you call him he will talk to you about your needs.