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How to Choose a Sleeping Bag

Date: Monday 21 May, 2007

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On a cool evening in an unfamiliar place, a good sleeping bag seems to work like magic. Slip inside one after a few post-sundown shivers have rattled your body and, within minutes, the chill in your bones is replaced by a warm glow. It's a sweet sensation that assures you of a comfortable night's sleep.

Here are some tips to help you make a smart choice when selecting your own sleeping bag.
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1. Match your bag's comfort rating with the coldest nighttime temperatures you expect to encounter—and maybe even exceed that number for a little security.
2. Bags using down insulation are lighter (providing a higher "warmth-to-weight" ratio) than bags using synthetic fill. They also compress into smaller shapes and last longer.
3. Synthetic-fill bags can provide some insulation even when wet, and they dry out fairly quickly. Plus, for the same temperature rating, they cost less than down bags.
4. A bag's shape matters. Mummy-style bags insulate most effectively and are your best choice for colder, high-elevation conditions; rectangular bags give you more room to change sleeping positions but offer more space that your body must heat up.
5. A good sleeping pad is essential. Your body weight compresses a bag's insulation when you lie on it, so you need a reliable buffer between your bag and the cold ground.
6. Want immediate sleeping bag recommendations based on your needs? Use our handy Sleeping Bag Finder.

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