Columbia Fleece Sleeping Bag Review

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(More customer reviews)This bag has a full length zipper to enable it to open like a blanket.It also has a small velcro piece at the top to keep the bag from unzipping while you sleep.The blue and green polyester areas of the sleeping bag are a bit slick & slippery, but the tan microfleece liner is soft and comfortable to sleep on.

I haven't tested this in the field yet, but it appears to be a well made, compact & fairly lightweight summer sleeping bag.The specs on Amazon aren't very clear so here is some accurate measurements:

Sleeping Bag = 1261 grams = 2 lbs 12.5 oz
Incl Mesh Bag = 33 grams = 1.2 oz

There are 2 bungies sewn into the outer foot area; When rolled up tightly and fastened with those bungies, it is 6" x 17".(If you compress it in a strong stuff sack, you can probably make it smaller.)The sleeping bag only fills about 80% of the included mesh bag, so I plan to roll up my silk sleeping sheet inside also.

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Product Description:
A lightweight liner bag with a comfort rating of 55-degrees Fahrenheit, Columbia's Bugaboo II sleeping bag is ideal for warmer conditions. Combining a polyester shell with a microfleece liner, the Bugaboo II provides a soft and warm feel while also resisting dirt and moisture.

The Bugaboo II measures 80 inches long by 33 inches wide and includes a Powermesh carry bag. The sleeping bag measures 80 inches long by 33 inches wide and includes a Powermesh carry bag.
Key Features:

Comfort rating down to +55 degrees Fahrenheit
Polyester shell combined with a micro fleece liner provides a lightweight, warm bag that resists dirt and moisture
Includes a Powermesh carry bag
Bag Length: 80 inches
Bag Width: 33 inches
Shell: Polyester Taffeta
Liner: 240g Micro Fleece

About Columbia Sportswear
Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company has grown from a small family-owned hat distributor to one of the world's largest outerwear brands and the leading seller of skiwear in the United States. Columbia's extensive product line includes a wide variety of outerwear, sportswear, rugged footwear and accessories. Columbia specializes in developing innovative products that are functional yet stylish and offer great value. Eighty-year-old matriarch Gert Boyle, Chairman of the Board, and her son, Tim Boyle, President and CEO, lead the company.
Columbia's history starts with Gert's parents, Paul and Marie Lamfrom, when they fled Germany in 1937. They bought a small hat distributorship in Portland, Oregon, and named it Columbia Hat Company, after the river bordering the city. Soon frustrated by poor deliveries from suppliers, the Lamfroms decided to start manufacturing products themselves. In 1948, Gert married college sweetheart Neal Boyle, who joined the family business and later took the helm of the growing company. When Neal suddenly died of a heart attack in 1970, Gert enlisted help from Tim, then a college senior. After that it wasn't long before business really started to take off. Columbia was one of the first companies to make jackets from waterproof/breathable fabric. They introduced the breakthrough technology called the Columbia Interchange System, in which a shell and liner combine for multiple wearing options. In the early 1980s, then 60 year-old Gert began her role as "Mother Boyle" in Columbia's successful and popular advertising campaign.
The company went public in 1998 and moved into a new era as a world leader in the active outdoor apparel industry. Today, Columbia Sportswear employs more than 1,800 people around the world and distributes and sells products in more than 50 countries and to more than 12,000 retailers internationally.

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Eddie Bauer® Polyester Fill Mummy Sleeping Bag Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this bag from Target a few months ago.It's a great cold-weather bag, I've used it in temps down to 20F and have been very toasty in this thing.The removable top layer gives you nice flexibility, and can be used to augment your sleeping pad on warmer nights or as a pillow.My only issues are that it's a little too heavy for backpacking (but what do you expect from a $50 bag?), and it doesn't come with a compression sack.

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Slumberjack Girl Scout Synthetic Sleeping Bag Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this for my daughter right before a camping trip.She slept toasty in it with night-time temps down to 39 degrees.I suspect she would have been fine a few degrees below that.Great product.I wish it had tabs to secure it to a sleeping pad, though, so squirrelly sleepers couldn't roll off at night.

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Product Description:
Ideal for everything from scouting to backyard fun to sleepovers with friends, the Slumberjack Girl Scout synthetic sleeping bag will appeal to young campers and their parents alike. Rated to 30 degrees F, the Girl Scout incorporates the company's proprietary Slumberloft synthetic insulation, which keeps users warm without irritating their allergies. The bag's two-layer offset construction and differential cut, meanwhile, keep the insulation from bunching up to prevent cold spots. And unlike many other mummy bags, the Girl Scout features a trapezoidal footbox that provides extra space for your feet.
Other details include a flip-over hood that changes from a flat hood to a contoured hood; a draft collar that prevents heat loss from the neck and shoulder area; a draft tube that prevents heat loss along the zipper; anti-snag zipper protection; and a polyester taffeta shell and liner. The Girl Scout carries a lifetime warranty.
Specifications:

Temperature rating: 30 degrees F
Shell fabric: Polyester taffeta
Liner fabric: Polyester taffeta
Insulation: Slumberloft
Carrying weight: 3 pounds 6 ounces
Carrying size: 9 by 18 inches
Fit: Up to 5 feet 5 inches
Shoulder girth: 60 inches
Warranty: Lifetime

About Slumberjack
Slumberjack has been an outdoor industry leader for more than 50 years, innovating new and better ways to provide a great night's sleep for outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen. Slumberjack offers a broad assortment of sleeping bags, sleeping pads, camp furniture, and accessories, and is committed to refining many of its most popular styles going forward. The company's goal is to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of its products so customers can focus on tomorrow's adventure and not their gear. Slumberjack is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

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Coleman Biscayne Large Warm-Weather Sleeping Bag Review

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(More customer reviews)I picked this bag up to use as a summer sleeping bag in Northern Michigan and it should be good for that. It's definitely too warm for me above 65 degrees Fahrenheit that's for sure. I'll update soon on how well it performs at 40F as it warms up here in Michigan.

Size: The size appears to be as stated. It's definitely 39" wide. I haven't measured the length, but it easily reaches my face and I'm 6ft 4in tall. The girth(width/circumference) fits me fine(I have a 56" chest FYI)

Construction: This appears to be the only downfall of this bag. The stuff sack(if you can call it that) is flimsy/thin but you can fit the sleeping bag back in it fine as long as you make sure to squish all the air out of the insulation and get it compact as possible. Now the sleeping bag could use some better stitching along the seams. Mine has a spot that was doubled over and looks quite sloppy. It probably slipped through quality control and there probably aren't any more problems like that. The insulation seems to be fairly evenly distributed except at the foot box where it seemed a bit light. I'm not too concerned as I'm using this for a summer bag and nothing below 40F anyhow. The liner is a brushed polyester and is annoying as hell to me as it catches and snags easily on any rough surface(toe nails or even rough/callused skin - wearing socks could counter this I suppose)

Other thoughts: It compacts fairly small for the large dimensions(it is only a warm weather bag after all) and doesn't weigh down my pack much more at all than a regular size bag of comparable temperature rating.Would I buy this again? Yes. It's about the cheapest Big & Tall size bag out there. For the money it's not bad. You can find much better quality bags but I needed something LIGHTWEIGHT & FIT in my backpack's sleeping bag compartment. Try that with the heavier cotton lined/cover bags or even the heavy weight cotton duck/canvas type bags! They're just huge and bulky no matter what AND weigh a TON. Coleman/Amazon offer a few other bags in a slightly lower temperature range with a cotton flannel lining which I think would be a little more comfortable than this but they add a bit of weight too(not to mention unneeded warmth for the summer months). If all else fails with this bag, I can always send it back to Coleman under the 5yr warranty(return shipping costs don't concern me as I get an industry discount but others will want to think about this before purchase)

UPDATE: 3/23/2010: I have been trying this out on my screened in porch a few nights now in the 40's and 50's. You can make it through a night in the mid 40's only if you have a well insulated sleeping pad and are wearing a good layer of insulating clothing(socks,long johns/thermal top, and a light cap). I was on the chilly side but didn't use an insulated pad(my porch is raised about 2 feet of the ground and only has plywood and outdoor carpet to sleep on) and was only wearing boxer shorts to bed. With a nice insulating layer and a sleeping pad you can go down into the 40's without much of a problem. However, if you plan to regularly camp in the 40's you should obviously get a warmer bag. Sleeping bag ratings are always based on using a sleeping pad and what temperature you can sleep in without losing too much of your core temperature, not "how warm you perceive it". Your bag should always be 15-30 degrees warmer than your intended temperature for those "cold snaps". Remember, it's always easier to regulate your bag temperature if you're too warm...not so easy to warm up your bag if you're too cold.

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Product Description:
The Coleman Biscayne Sleeping Bag is great for warm-weather camping. It-Inchs made for big & tall sizes, measuring 39-Inch wide by 81-Inch long and fitting most people up to 6-Inch4-Inch. The Biscayne is durably constructed of a polyester cover over a soft tricot liner, with 4 pounds of ThermoTech insulation to keep you comfortable down to 40°-60Degree Fahrenheit. The Trinidad features the QuickCord storage system for easy storage -- no tying required. Coleman-Inchs ComfortSmart technology means your sleeping bag is packed with features to keep you warm and comfortable: ZipPlow plows fabric away from the zipper to prevent snags; Comfort Cuff surrounds your face with softness; FiberLock prevents insulation from shifting keeping you warm and increasing durability; ThermoLock reduces heat loss through the zipper, keeping you warmer; Zipper Glide tailoring allows smooth zipper operation around corners; and Roll Control locks the bag in place for easier rolling.

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Wenzel Tundra Oversize Hollow Core -10-Degree Sleeping Bag with Hood Review

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(More customer reviews)About two years ago, I bought a Wenzel +25 degree oversize bag and fell in love with it the first night because of the comfort and roominess inside.I have been wanting a mate to it that could go to lower temperatures in the early spring and fall and decided to try this bag.

This bag has quite a bit more padding in it than my older bag and is like climbing intoa fluffy cloud that wraps around you and I have slept in 30 degree temps in complete comfort. This is one of the most comfortable bags I have ever slept in.

The zipper is double ended so you can unzip the bottom to let the feet breathe in warmer weather and still have the side zipped up. There is a velcro strap that goes above the zipper that holds the two halves of the bag together so that if you do a lot of turning in the night like I do, the zipper won't come unzipped.Very nice feature that I wish was on my other bag. There is also a fairly large padded strip behind the zipper that does a good job of keeping the cold from coming in through the zipper.

The large hood has a drawstring on it so that you can close it in around your face similar to a mummy bag.

One of the big things for me is the size of the bag.I am 6'3" tall and 210 lbs and I really love the room this bag has to offer both in length and width. I have plenty of room for my feet and I can turn over with ease.

The outside cover is a cotton like material that grips the flocked top of my air mattress and prevents the bag from sliding off in the middle of the night even with a lot of tossing and turning. This was a real problem for me with another bag I had that had a nylon covering.

All in all after having a number of trips with this bag this summer in a wide range of temps I haven't found any cons to this bag other than not wanting to get out of it in the morning.

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Product Description:
A great choice for three-season hunting trips and car camping excursions, the roomy Wenzel Grande is an affordable rectangular sleeping bag that's temperature rated to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. It's filled with 6 pounds of hollow core polyester fiber fill, and it features a polyester/cotton cover and a soft, warm 100 percent cotton flannel inner liner with classic plaid pattern. The quilt-through construction helps reduce the bunching of fill to eliminate cold spots. Other features include an extra-large self-repairing zipper, a zip-up hood, personal storage pocket at the foot, and three integrated compression straps.
Specifications:

Shell material: Polyester/cotton
Liner material: 100 percent cotton flannel
Size: 90 by 38 inches
Fill weight: 6 pounds
Zipper side: Right

Amazon.com Sleeping Bag Guide
Sleep Well: Finding the Right Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag technology has come a long way from the days of cowboy bedrolls. These days, there are a number of high-tech materials and designs available to keep you warm during the coldest outings. Here's a short list of things to keep in mind when you're shopping for a bag:
Buy for Cold
It's a safe bet that on at least one of your adventures, the nighttime temperature will drop unexpectedly. That's why it's smart to buy a bag that's rated for the lowest possible temperature you expect to face on your camping and backpacking trips. For summer trips, a bag rated at +35 degrees or higher will likely do the trick. If you like to camp in higher elevations in the summer, or if spring and fall outings are in your future, consider bags rated from +10 to +35. Winter adventurers should look for bags in the -10 to +10 range, while those on serious winter alpine climbs and expeditions will want a bag rated lower than -10.
Keep in mind that sleeping bag manufacturers' temperature ratings only estimate the minimum temperature at which the bag will provide warmth. Take these numbers with a grain of salt, as different folks generate different amounts of heat when they sleep. If you're the type who likes to pile on the covers even on warmer nights, go for a bag that's rated ten degrees colder. The opposite is true for "warm" sleepers--a 35-degree bag will probably work for you on a 25-degree night.
Goose or No Goose?
The most important component of any sleeping bag is its insulating material. Modern sleeping bags offer two choices: goose down or synthetic. While both materials have advantages and disadvantages, down bags are considered superior because of their phenomenal warmth-to-weight and warmth-to-bulk ratios. While providing great insulation, down is extremely compressible and light. There's a reason why geese can fly and stay warm through the winter! Down also boasts great long-term durability and will typically retain its insulating properties after years of use.
All of that said, there are many high-quality synthetic bags on the market and synthetic materials are getting better all the time. While a synthetic bag will weigh somewhat more than a down bag at an equivalent temperature rating, synthetic bags perform better when wet. (Yes, the Achilles heel of down is that it loses all insulating properties when wet.) If your trips take you to wet climates, you may want to consider a synthetic bag for this reason alone. Keep in mind, too, that many people are allergic to down--synthetic bags are non-allergenic. Finally, down is considerably more expensive than synthetic, which might tip the balance for adventurers on a budget.
Bags for All Shapes
Sleeping bags come in two basic shapes that reflect their intended use. Mummy-shaped bags offer the best warmth because they conform to the body's contours. This minimizes the amount of body heat the body must put out to maintain a constant temperature. Many mummy bags are offered in women-specific shapes and sizes, as well. Rectangular bags, while they do offer more room to toss and turn, are less thermally efficient because they contain more open air space. Also, they are typically heavier than mummy bags, and are generally not offered with down insulation, making them best suited for car camping or short backpacking trips.
Pad Yourself
No matter what kind of bag you choose, a sleeping pad is a required accessory. Not only do they provide much-needed comfort when sleeping on the ground, pads also offer crucial warmth for your backside, as the weight of your body compresses--and renders virtually useless--the sleeping bag insulation that lies beneath you.

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Coleman Lassen Cold-Weather Sleeping Bag Review

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(More customer reviews)My only complaint is the size. If you are thinner than average or like a snug fit, this may be fine. But it felt cramped compared to other bags I have owned.

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Product Description:
The Coleman Lassen Sleeping Bag is great for cold-weather camping. It measures 33-Inch wide by 75-Inch long, and fits most people up to 5-Inch11-Inch. The Lassen is durably constructed of a polyester cover with a cozy cotton-flannel liner, with 4 pounds of ColeTherm insulation to keep you comfortable down to 40°-20Degree Fahrenheit. The Lassen features the QuickCord storage system for easy storage -- no tying required. Coleman-Inchs ComfortSmart technology means your sleeping bag is packed with features to keep you warm and comfortable: ZipPlow plows fabric away from the zipper to prevent snags; Comfort Cuff surrounds your face with softness; FiberLock prevents insulation from shifting keeping you warm and increasing durability; ThermoLock reduces heat loss through the zipper, keeping you warmer; Zipper Glide tailoring allows smooth zipper operation around corners; and Roll Control locks the bag in place for easier rolling.

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Wenzel 2008 Windy Pass 0-Degree Mummy Sleeping Bag (Black/Red) Review

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(More customer reviews)Ok let me start by saying I'm researching survival stuff (best bang for the buck). The one thing I wanted to let people know is you may get cold at zero degrees or 15 degrees but you will be alive the next day, that is something that people get confused on with sleeping bags. Now, after I got this bag out I climbed inside remembering the previous reviews on ripping fabric I carefully zipped it up and could reall feel the bag heating up. Everything was going fine with a little care until I tried to close the top red part around my head with the pull tie.....it ripped, fabric tore, stitching popped, and I was instantly disappointed because of how a few little odd ends can ruin a great product. The bags tearing in certain areas kills the deal for me, I'll try and repair it but don't have alot of faith it will hold together for future use. Find a better bag to buy guys

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Product Description:
Wenzel, the original family camping company, has long felt that next to a quality tent, a good sleeping bag is the most important necessity when it comes to enjoying the camping experience. It's tough to appreciate the outdoors if you can't get a good night's sleep, which is why Wenzel offers a sleeping bag for every temperature range.
The 33-by-84-inch (W x H) Windy Pass sleeping bag is an affordable, mummy-style bag rated to a chilly zero degrees Fahrenheit. A built-in drawstring hood helps keep body heat in, and 56-ounces of non-allergenci Omega II polyester fill will keep you toasty throughout the night. A full-length three-inch draft tube and five-inch shoulder collar ensure comfort every evening, and the polyester inner and outer layers feature offset quilt construction for maximum warmth and durability. A self-repairing, two-way zipper with anti-snag tape will hold up over years of heavy use. The Windy Pass includes an Oxford stuff sack that compresses with two elastic straps.
About Wenzel Camping Gear
Wenzel, established in 1887 and originally an outfitter for explorers and pioneers, was one of the first family camping equipment companies in America. It's Wenzel's mission to help families remember the times of 10 miles a day, not 75 miles an hour, to spend time listening to chirping birds and babbling brooks, not pinging instant messages and ringing cell phones.
The company seeks to create the modern tools that families require to escape to and reconnect with the great outdoors. Each Wenzel product is run through a very specialized filter--Wenzel employees' families. Wenzel knows what family camping is like, which is why the company makes tents that are easy to set up and take down, sleeping bags that feel big and cozy but pack small, and pads that smooth out the roughest forest floor. Wenzel strives to be an ambassador to the great outdoors, encouraging families to return to the place where memories are made.
Amazon.com Sleeping Bag Guide
Sleep Well: Finding the Right Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag technology has come a long way from the days of cowboy bedrolls. These days, there are a number of high-tech materials and designs available to keep you warm during the coldest outings. Here's a short list of things to keep in mind when you're shopping for a bag:
Buy for Cold
It's a safe bet that on at least one of your adventures, the nighttime temperature will drop unexpectedly. That's why it's smart to buy a bag that's rated for the lowest possible temperature you expect to face on your camping and backpacking trips. For summer trips, a bag rated at +35 degrees or higher will likely do the trick. If you like to camp in higher elevations in the summer, or if spring and fall outings are in your future, consider bags rated from +10 to +35. Winter adventurers should look for bags in the -10 to +10 range, while those on serious winter alpine climbs and expeditions will want a bag rated lower than -10.
Keep in mind that sleeping bag manufacturers' temperature ratings only estimate the minimum temperature at which the bag will provide warmth. Take these numbers with a grain of salt, as different folks generate different amounts of heat when they sleep. If you're the type who likes to pile on the covers even on warmer nights, go for a bag that's rated ten degrees colder. The opposite is true for "warm" sleepers--a 35-degree bag will probably work for you on a 25-degree night.
Goose or No Goose?
The most important component of any sleeping bag is its insulating material. Modern sleeping bags offer two choices: goose down or synthetic. While both materials have advantages and disadvantages, down bags are considered superior because of their phenomenal warmth-to-weight and warmth-to-bulk ratios. While providing great insulation, down is extremely compressible and light. There's a reason why geese can fly and stay warm through the winter! Down also boasts great long-term durability and will typically retain its insulating properties after years of use.
All of that said, there are many high-quality synthetic bags on the market and synthetic materials are getting better all the time. While a synthetic bag will weigh somewhat more than a down bag at an equivalent temperature rating, synthetic bags perform better when wet. (Yes, the Achilles heel of down is that it loses all insulating properties when wet.) If your trips take you to wet climates, you may want to consider a synthetic bag for this reason alone. Keep in mind, too, that many people are allergic to down--synthetic bags are non-allergenic. Finally, down is considerably more expensive than synthetic, which might tip the balance for adventurers on a budget.
Bags for All Shapes
Sleeping bags come in two basic shapes that reflect their intended use. Mummy-shaped bags offer the best warmth because they conform to the body's contours. This minimizes the amount of body heat the body must put out to maintain a constant temperature. Many mummy bags are offered in women-specific shapes and sizes, as well. Rectangular bags, while they do offer more room to toss and turn, are less thermally efficient because they contain more open air space. Also, they are typically heavier than mummy bags, and are generally not offered with down insulation, making them best suited for car camping or short backpacking trips.
Pad Yourself
No matter what kind of bag you choose, a sleeping pad is a required accessory. Not only do they provide much-needed comfort when sleeping on the ground, pads also offer crucial warmth for your backside, as the weight of your body compresses--and renders virtually useless--the sleeping bag insulation that lies beneath you.

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Sierra Designs Girl's Dragonfly 35 Degree Sleeping Bag Review

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(More customer reviews)Bought this for a camping trip with my daughter, and she loves it.It is well constructed, has plenty of hidden pocket space, very snug, and the drawstring around the face was a big hit.My daughter (who is usually a light sleeper) slept right through the night.Highly recommended.

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Stay warm and comfortable on an overnight camping trip or sleepover in the Sierra Design Dragonfly 35 Degree Sleeping Bag for girls. Constructed from HeatSync Insulation and a tricot-lined foot box keep you warm to 20 degree Fahrenheit. An interior clothes pocket keeps items nearby for morning so you can minimize your time spent being cold and maximize your adventure..

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