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Post by Deleted on Oct 4, 2016 0:00:20 GMT -8
I'm looking for a 0-20 degree sleeping bag that can fit all of my 6'8" -ness, but is still light (around 2 lbs) and around $150 (not including shipping, if applicable). I'm also a thin guy, so thickness isn't a problem. The backpack I have is the Deuter Act Lite 50+10, and the sleeping bag I currently have is way too large to fit in the sleeping bag compartment, even after compressing the heck out of it. Any suggestions? I'm not sure what the exact dimensions of the sleeping bag compartment are, but quoted from REI:"A compressed sleeping bag measuring approximately 16 x 9 inches will fit inside the sleeping bag compartment for the Deuter ACT Lite 50 + 10 Pack. This can vary depending on the fill quality of the sleeping bag." I got both of these items relatively recently and they have seen little use. I am preparing for an upcoming trip that will be for about 3 days, which is closely approaching. So, ultimate question: should I get a different sleeping bag to fit the pack, or a different pack to accommodate the sleeping bag, or just scrap it all and start over? Or some other idea? |
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Oct 4, 2016 1:09:08 GMT -8
Maybe a down quilt, (as, yeah anything synthetic for 0 (0-20 is just an enormous range: that means zero which you make inefficient in warmer temps) is going to be bulky). Plus a really good sleeping pad.
As a side note? Packs just have to fit your gear, all of it. So it's often useful to get that last. For a quick trip there are rentals from some Rei stores for instance, good for rare needs. I rented better tents for years when I needed one. Do you might rent s different pack rather than rush into things.
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Post by jazzmom on Oct 4, 2016 6:47:58 GMT -8
So, ultimate question: should I get a different sleeping bag to fit the pack, or a different pack to accommodate the sleeping bag, or just scrap it all and start over? Or some other idea? That'll most likely depend on your budget. A 0-degree bag weighing 2lb for $150 isn't going to happen unless you get super lucky on finding a good used UL down bag/quilt with your specs. You might check backpackinglight.com's gear swap forum. FWIW, a down quilt from Enlightened Equipment would fit the bill. They have long and xlong lengths, high fill-count down, and a 0-degree quilt will come in well under 2lb. Price points are in the $300 range though, which is on the low side for those kind of specs. In the long run, it makes much more sense to invest in a better sleeping bag then to buy a bigger pack. That said, money doesn't grow on trees, so if you need to make a compromise, I would consider buying used and/or consider whether you really need a 0-degree bag. Higher quality bags are generally more accurately rated, so that where you may have needed a "0-degree" bag in a cheap bag, you may actually only need a 15 or even 20-degree bag in an accurately rated one. Learn about EN ratings, so that you can evaluate and compare realistically. |
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Post by almostthere on Oct 4, 2016 6:48:37 GMT -8
I got my seven foot tall, broad shouldered guy an Enlightened Equipment down quilt. Extra large, extra wide, twenty degree, in his high school colors. It's not cheap but it fits all the other qualifications you mention. You will not find anything that does for $150 unless some generous person with a down bag of quality decides to sell you something second hand. That's the way it is with sleeping gear.
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Post by johntpenca on Oct 5, 2016 10:11:40 GMT -8
You might check backpackinglight.com's gear swap forum. That's a good option, but given your time frame it is unlikely to find what you want, but worth a try |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 5, 2016 10:43:31 GMT -8
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