{"id":92122,"date":"2025-06-19T15:09:32","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T19:09:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/?p=92122"},"modified":"2025-06-27T12:08:21","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T16:08:21","slug":"best-backpacking-sleeping-bags","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/outdoor\/backpacking\/best-backpacking-sleeping-bags","title":{"rendered":"The Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>A good sleeping bag is one of the most important investments an avid outdoors person will make.<\/strong>&nbsp;Our team has collectively tested piles of these puffy down cocoons for more than a decade now, and current authors have put over 100 of the best backpacking sleeping bags through the paces in our search.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the snow-blasted alpine of Colorado to the African savannah \u2014 and even while dangling during big wall ascents in Yosemite \u2014 we rolled out our mobile beds and compared them side-by-side to find the ideal bags for anyone. Whether you&#8217;re after the do-it-all <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F203086%2Ftherm-a-rest-parsec-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Therm-a-Rest Parsec<\/a> or more budget-minded <strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F235363%2Fmountain-hardwear-bishop-pass-15-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Mountain Hardwear Bishop Pass<\/a><\/strong><\/strong>, we&#8217;ve got recommendations for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To evaluate the best backpacking sleeping bags, we certainly racked up the trail miles, but we also devised a series of tests to compare these bags fairly. From temperature and loft testing to moisture resistance and compressed sizes, we got the down-low for ourselves. All of our testing and experience inform our recommendations, and we&#8217;re sure that these are the best bags available today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: We updated our Backpacking Sleeping Bags guide on June 18, 2025, to entirely revamp our Buyer&#8217;s Guide information and add new insights from our ongoing testing.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-blocks-top-picks\" aria-label=\"Top Picks Products\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"product-info__list-title top-picks__table-title\">The Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2025<\/h2>\n\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-overall-backpacking-sleeping-bag-therm-a-rest-parsec\" data-prod-id=\"240960\" style=\"z-index:100\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Overall Backpacking Sleeping Bag<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&#038;mi&#038;pw=7185&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F203086%2Ftherm-a-rest-parsec-20-sleeping-bag&#038;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Therm-a-Rest Parsec<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Therm-a-Rest-Parsec-0-Degree.jpg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"Cozy (and we mean it) face and internal fabric encapsulate the fluffy 800-fill pillow-like down of this bag, making it one of the more comfortable models we have tried and, ultimately, the best overall. The Therm-a-Rest Parsec ($470) is designed for lightweight chilly backcountry excursions \u2014 and we&#039;d say it knocks it out of the park for a whole slew of different adventures.A few key features nudge this unique bag above a lot of the winter-ready competition in our opinion. Therm-a-Rest added a baffled pocket of insulation to the toebox, dubbed a &#039;Toe-asis Foot Warmer&#039;, which rapidly traps heat around cold feet once you settle in for the night. This is a cherished addition, given some of our propensities for chilly extremities while sleeping.We also appreciate the removable straps on the bottom of the bag (similar to those used in backpacking quilts). These straps can be secured around your sleeping pad, preventing you from sliding around and boosting the thermal efficiency of your sleep system. We take these off for missions where weight is a concern, but appreciate them when we can afford the luxury.At over two pounds, the 0-degree version would be overkill for summer and some shoulder-season trips, but the warmth-to-weight ratio is quite stellar for a four-season sleeping bag. The 20-degree option we tested offers greater versatility for warmer excursions. Insulation is &quot;heat-mapped&quot; around the bag, concentrating on areas of your body where you need it most. This reduces the overall pack size and weight while still delivering a solid punch of heat when temps plummet. For icy winter nights on long forays in the wilderness \u2014 or just about any adventure you could cook up \u2014 the Parsec 20-degree bag is the portable bed you need.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-06-19T15:09:32-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"8.7\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t8.7\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#best-overall-backpacking-sleeping-bag-therm-a-rest-parsec\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F203086%2Ftherm-a-rest-parsec-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CHECK 20\u00b0 PRICE AT REI<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F203085%2Ftherm-a-rest-parsec-32-sleeping-bag\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CHECK 32\u00b0 PRICE AT REI<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-budget-down-backpacking-sleeping-bag-mountain-hardwear-bishop-pass\" data-prod-id=\"214856\" style=\"z-index:99\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Budget Down Backpacking Sleeping Bag<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&#038;mi&#038;pw=7185&#038;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F235365%2Fmountain-hardwear-bishop-pass-0-sleeping-bag-mens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Mountain Hardwear Bishop Pass<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Kelty-Cosmic-Down-20.jpg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"The\u00a0Mountain Hardwear Bishop Pass\u00a0($285) earns its place on the podium as our best budget down bag thanks to its versatility and wallet-friendly price tag. This bag is available in 0, 15, and 30\u00b0F variations, and after testing the middle of the pack option for more than a year, we found it delivers ample insulation, a decent packed size and weight, and sturdy materials at a very reasonable price.It&#039;s 650 fill-down lofts to 5.5 inches and is protected by a DWR (durable water-repellent) ripstop nylon shell. The 20-denier shell holds up well to abuse, and the 30-denier liner is soft against the skin. At two and a quarter pounds, this bag is an average weight for its class.We also loved that it can be zipped together with other MHW bags with the opposite side zipper for a larger shared bed for two. While this bag might not be the warmest or lightest in the lineup, it is more durable than some of its thin-skinned competitors. The materials are a bit sturdier, which does keep this bag above two pounds.One minor complaint is that we prefer a bigger, circumferential draft tube at the neck (like those on the Mountain Hardwear Phantom or Western Mountaineering AlpinLite), but the collar baffle does a decent job of keeping cold air out. Also, it doesn\u2019t pack as small as other bags with higher down fill power, but for the price, it&#039;s acceptable.As a mummy-shaped bag, the Bishop Pass will be more thermally efficient than roomier bags, but if you know you&#039;re liable to toss and turn, consider a spoon-shaped bag like the NEMO Disco. You&#039;ll only need to shell out $30-40 more for it, and the interior space makes it a crossover-worthy bag that can go backpacking and camping. This bag also isn&#039;t quite the bottom dollar on down sleeping bags, and the $170 Kelty Cosmic Down will get you through similar temperatures, just with a lesser quality down and shell fabrics.If you\u2019re on more of a budget but still looking for a bag that performs well, the\u00a0Bishop Pass\u00a0checks all the boxes without compromising too much in terms of quality. It\u2019s a great choice for folks who want the warmth and packability of a down sleeping bag without the high price tag of top-tier models.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-06-19T15:09:32-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"6.9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t6.9\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#best-budget-down-backpacking-sleeping-bag-mountain-hardwear-bishop-pass\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F235365%2Fmountain-hardwear-bishop-pass-0-sleeping-bag-mens\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">check 0\u00b0 price at  rei<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F235363%2Fmountain-hardwear-bishop-pass-15-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags|xid:fr1741126479322bib\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">check 15\u00b0 price at  rei<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F234386%2Fmountain-hardwear-bishop-pass-30-sleeping-bag-regular\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">check 30\u00b0 price at  rei<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-synthetic-bag-for-getting-into-backpacking-rei-co-op-trailmade-20-sleeping-bag\" data-prod-id=\"364185\" style=\"z-index:98\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Synthetic Bag for Getting Into Backpacking<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&#038;mi&#038;pw=7185&#038;subId1=gjpr&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F217592%2Frei-co-op-trailmade-20-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">REI Co-op Trailmade 20 Sleeping Bag<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/REI-Co-op-Trailmade-20-Sleeping-Bag.jpg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"Made for hikers of all sizes, the newer-to-the-scene\u00a0REI Co-op Trailmade\u00a0Bags\u00a0($100) offer an impressive six different sizes made to fit anyone \u2014 regardless of labels. But even beyond the accommodating fit, the price is the big draw here, and for a Benjamin, you get a highly serviceable camp bag that\u2019ll stick around for the long haul.During our inaugural camping trip with this bag in Joshua Tree National Park during spring, we tested the Regular size and found it ideal for our 5\u201910\u201d, 165-pound tester, and kept us warm down to 32 degrees F. The footbox was a surprising highlight of this relaxed mummy-cut bag, which sports a roomy \u2018up-kick\u2019 of space and allows for full extension of your tootsies without cold spots \u2014 very nice. The taper through the legs is a bit narrow, however, so those who aren\u2019t used to the mummy cut might find the slumber a bit snug.The Trailmade is currently only offered in a 20-degree temperature rating (that\u2019s a comfort rating of ~31 degrees F), which, through our testing, we found that most sleepers found accurate, save for some of the colder sleepers who generally don\u2019t find synthetic bags as warm. We would love to see an additional warmer-temperature summer bag for our mid-season excursions.\u00a0The insulating properties of the recycled polyester fill aren\u2019t anything to rave about, but it does its job admirably in this cut and provides a predictable amount of warmth. Additional niceties on the Trailmade include a snag-free zipper guide, as well as a stash pocket on the exterior of the bag for your phone, headlamp, or water filter. The exterior fabrics follow the same \u2018heavier-but-durable\u2019 ethos, and after two seasons of use now, are still holding up excellently.Perfect for those who want to fine-tune their sleeping bag fit or just get outside without sacrificing the gas to get there, the Trailmade 20 has been a welcome addition to our gear closets and is a bag that\u2019ll serve many in their introduction to the outdoors.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-06-19T15:09:32-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"6.3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t6.3\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#best-synthetic-bag-for-getting-into-backpacking-rei-co-op-trailmade-20-sleeping-bag\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&#038;mi&#038;pw=7185&#038;subId1=gjpr&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F217592%2Frei-co-op-trailmade-20-sleeping-bag\" class=\"regular-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Check Price at REI<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#most-comfortable-bag-for-active-sleepers-nemo-disco\" data-prod-id=\"386224\" style=\"z-index:97\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Most Comfortable Bag for Active Sleepers<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&#038;mi&#038;pw=7185&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228439%2Fnemo-disco-15-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag-womens&#038;subId1=gjbgoutdoorcampingsleepingbags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">NEMO Disco<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/disco-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag.jpg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"With 60 inches of shoulder girth and venting options for when things get too toasty, the\u00a0NEMO Disco ($270) is one of our favorite bags for active sleepers. The ample room is coupled with two of NEMO\u2019s Thermo-Gill vents that zip open to allow more space in the torso. Zip them shut on especially cold nights to keep more heat in and lessen the dead air space.It&#039;s that &#039;spoon&#039; shape that really won us over, however, and for those with wider hips, it can be a game-changer. While the middle of this bag tapers a bit (to keep some thermal performance around your core), the footbox expands out to nearly the same width as the shoulders and allows for a number of different sleeping positions. The 30-denier ripstop shell feels sturdy and held up well in testing on rough terrain. The nylon liner is also super soft and pleasant to sleep against. A final touch we appreciated is the breathable, waterproof foot. Down loses its warming power when wet, and our feet are the first place to get saturated from condensation in the tent. It also touts one of our favorite bonuses: it comes with a compression sack.Heavier fabric and plenty of fill mean that the 15-degree Disco we tested weighs in at a hefty 3 pounds, 5 ounces in the regular. This is still way lighter than a lot of bags, but a full pound more than some of the ultralight bags tested. If you&#039;re after a bag that doesn&#039;t short-sheet you but still trims the fat a bit, consider some backpacking quilt options, such as the Katabatic Alsek or Enlightened Equipment Enigma, which both provide impressive room to move around in.If you sleep on your side and loathe sleeping on your back, try the Disco \u2014 we dig the 30-degree version for middle-of-the-summer use and the 15 for shoulder season backpacking. 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Thankfully, the Alsek is amenable and handled everything from sub-30 to balmy 55-degree temps overnight.The Alsek&#039;s pad-attachment system is the best we\u2019ve used. It consists of 2mm cords that encircle your sleeping pad and attach to the quilt in four different spots. These can be snugged in to close or widened to provide more ventilation. Add an elastic binding on that back opening that keeps drafts at bay, and we\u2019ve been cozy all night in this quilt.Compared to standard bearers like the Enlightened Equipment Revelation (which we\u2019ve previously awarded), we found the finish on the Katabatic line of quilts to be a cut above, with high-end Pertex fabrics being used. Also, while the temp ratings of EE quilts are a bit optimistic for some campers, the Alsek swings in the opposite direction and can often be taken down to its rating.While the Alsek isn&#039;t able to be fully unzipped, we found that we lost less heat from its foot box compared to quilts that do turn into blankets. So you&#039;ll trade some versatility, but for taking the quilt right down to the limit, we found it a worthy compromise. It&#039;s also still quite easy to pop a leg or two out overnight if things warm up too much, and for those after the full blanket experience, Katabatic also makes its Flex line of bags, which open up entirely. Or, look to the Feathered Friends Flicker UL Quilt, which sports a full-length zipper, and is just as on-the-money when it comes to temperature comfort rating.Price is the trade here, but at $379, this quilt isn\u2019t unobtainable (or even expensive compared to some 20-degree sleeping bags). With the ability to dial in your perfect quilt (there are six different sizes available and two down types), we think the Alsek 22 Quilt is an excellent option for lightweight hikers out there.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-06-19T15:09:32-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"8.3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t8.3\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#best-backpacking-quilt-katabatic-alsek-22-quilt\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=21289&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fkatabaticgear.com%2Fproducts%2Falsek-ultralight-quilt\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Check Price at Katabatic<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-winter-and-expedition-sleeping-bag-mountain-hardwear-phantom\" data-prod-id=\"214828\" style=\"z-index:95\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Winter and Expedition Sleeping Bag<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmountain-hardwear-phantom-0f-down-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Mountain Hardwear Phantom<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Phantom-15.jpg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"Newly trimmed out in 2024, the Mountain Hardwear Phantom\u00a0($580) borrows fabric from the brand&#039;s legendary wisp of a down jacket, the Ghost Whisperer, and generally turns the dials in a bit more to create an even more fine-tuned sleeping bag for those headed into the alpine. Other notable updates include the pivot from a 20D nylon taffeta to a more premium (and lighter) 15D ripstop and an ever-so-lighter weight.The tradeoff to a lighter fabric set throughout seems to have worked because even though the bag pivots to a slightly lesser 800-fill goose down (the previous version was 850), it is no heavier for it and still hits the same comfort and limited temperature ratings. The climbers and mountaineers among us flocked to the 0-degree version of this bag during testing, and after returning from far-flung exploits, they provided a unanimous &quot;yea.&quot;The large foot box and 58 inches of shoulder girth allow for comfortable sleeping, with enough room to stuff a hot Nalgene at your feet to keep your toes warm. We found the 10-denier nylon fabric is tougher than most bags in its class. On cold nights, 6 inches of down and large baffles keep the draft and cold air out.We really liked that the neck baffle encircles the entire circumference of the bag, offering protection to keep your body heat sealed in. This bag is offered in short, regular, long, and left or right zip. It also comes with its own compression sack.Unfortunately, all of this bag\u2019s warmth comes at a high price. Our biggest complaint is that it is not in the budget for many shoppers, but that&#039;s the price you pay for a hyper-specialized bag. A similarly specced option (with a more palatable price) is the REI Co-op Magma, which we&#039;d recommend to folks that the Phantom appeals to but don&#039;t have any big mountain needs.Overall, the Phantom\u00a0is a must for any serious climber or winter backpacker looking for a lightweight adventure bag that doesn\u2019t skimp on warmth or quality. 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From Short-Narrow to Long-Wide, REI has ditched the standard gendered convention as well to get more people in better-fitting sleeping bags, and our side-by-side testing shows that it&#039;s working. Thankfully, REI retained all that we loved about the previous version of the Magma: the 850-fill power down, the lightweight 15-denier Pertex nylon shell, and excellent packability are all still standouts, but those added sizings are what really won us over in the new version. We put in evenings in the Medium-Medium and Medium-Long cuts and found them to be sized perfectly. Abandoning the gendered style of sizing sleeping bags will be a little confusing for some, which is why we highly recommend trying out the Magma in person before pulling the trigger on one. To be sure, the Magma is still a mummy bag through and through, which makes it ideal for backpacking, but accurate sizing is still important for proper fit. Thankfully, an ample vaulted foot box keeps things roomy for your feet.One of our bigger gripes with the previous iteration of this 15-degree sleeping bag was a decided lack of warmth for such a rated bag, but no longer. REI added an average of 7 extra ounces of down across the size range, and this is now a toasty warm bag. Now, if they can overhaul the included stuff sack (which, unfortunately, has no compression system), we&#039;ll be square.The mummy-cut Magma is pretty comparable to the Therm-a-Rest Parsec, but we found that bag to have a more generous cut through the legs, which won over those of us who toss and turn in the night. When you&#039;re checking out the Magma in-store to dial in your fit, make sure that the snug profile is to your liking.If finding the perfect fitting sleeping bag has you tossing and turning, the Magma offers up a new way. 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The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F203086%2Ftherm-a-rest-parsec-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Therm-a-Rest Parsec<\/a><\/strong> ($470) is designed for lightweight chilly backcountry excursions \u2014 and we&#8217;d say it knocks it out of the park for a whole slew of different adventures.<\/p><p>A few key features nudge this unique bag above a lot of the winter-ready competition in our opinion. Therm-a-Rest added a baffled pocket of insulation to the toebox, dubbed a &#8216;Toe-asis Foot Warmer&#8217;, which rapidly traps heat around cold feet once you settle in for the night. This is a cherished addition, given some of our propensities for chilly extremities while sleeping.<\/p><p>We also appreciate the removable straps on the bottom of the bag (similar to those used in backpacking quilts). These straps can be secured around your sleeping pad, preventing you from sliding around and boosting the thermal efficiency of your sleep system. We take these off for missions where weight is a concern, but appreciate them when we can afford the luxury.<\/p><p>At over two pounds, the 0-degree version would be overkill for summer and some shoulder-season trips, but the warmth-to-weight ratio is quite stellar for a four-season sleeping bag. The 20-degree option we tested offers greater versatility for warmer excursions. Insulation is &#8220;heat-mapped&#8221; around the bag, concentrating on areas of your body where you need it most. 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This bag is available in 0, 15, and 30\u00b0F variations, and after testing the middle of the pack option for more than a year, we found it delivers ample insulation, a decent packed size and weight, and sturdy materials at a very reasonable price.<\/p><p>It&#8217;s 650 fill-down lofts to 5.5 inches and is protected by a DWR (durable water-repellent) ripstop nylon shell. The 20-denier shell holds up well to abuse, and the 30-denier liner is soft against the skin. At two and a quarter pounds, this bag is an average weight for its class.<\/p><p>We also loved that it can be zipped together with other MHW bags with the opposite side zipper for a larger shared bed for two. While this bag might not be the warmest or lightest in the lineup, it is more durable than some of its thin-skinned competitors. The materials are a bit sturdier, which does keep this bag above two pounds.<\/p><p>One minor complaint is that we prefer a bigger, circumferential draft tube at the neck (like those on the Mountain Hardwear Phantom or Western Mountaineering AlpinLite), but the collar baffle does a decent job of keeping cold air out. Also, it doesn\u2019t pack as small as other bags with higher down fill power, but for the price, it&#8217;s acceptable.<\/p><p>As a mummy-shaped bag, the Bishop Pass will be more thermally efficient than roomier bags, but if you know you&#8217;re liable to toss and turn, consider a spoon-shaped bag like the NEMO Disco. You&#8217;ll only need to shell out $30-40 more for it, and the interior space makes it a crossover-worthy bag that can go backpacking and camping. This bag also isn&#8217;t quite the bottom dollar on down sleeping bags, and the $170 Kelty Cosmic Down will get you through similar temperatures, just with a lesser quality down and shell fabrics.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re on more of a budget but still looking for a bag that performs well, the\u00a0Bishop Pass\u00a0checks all the boxes without compromising too much in terms of quality. 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hikers of all sizes, the newer-to-the-scene\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F217592%2Frei-co-op-trailmade-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorcampingsleepingbags|xid:fr1741115175287dbg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>REI Co-op Trailmade\u00a0Bags<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($100) offer an impressive six different sizes made to fit anyone \u2014 regardless of labels. But even beyond the accommodating fit, the price is the big draw here, and for a Benjamin, you get a highly serviceable camp bag that\u2019ll stick around for the long haul.<\/p><p>During our inaugural camping trip with this bag in Joshua Tree National Park during spring, we tested the Regular size and found it ideal for our 5\u201910\u201d, 165-pound tester, and kept us warm down to 32 degrees F. The footbox was a surprising highlight of this relaxed mummy-cut bag, which sports a roomy \u2018up-kick\u2019 of space and allows for full extension of your tootsies without cold spots \u2014 very nice. The taper through the legs is a bit narrow, however, so those who aren\u2019t used to the mummy cut might find the slumber a bit snug.<\/p><p>The Trailmade is currently only offered in a 20-degree temperature rating (that\u2019s a comfort rating of ~31 degrees F), which, through our testing, we found that most sleepers found accurate, save for some of the colder sleepers who generally don\u2019t find synthetic bags as warm. We would love to see an additional warmer-temperature summer bag for our mid-season excursions.\u00a0<\/p><p>The insulating properties of the recycled polyester fill aren\u2019t anything to rave about, but it does its job admirably in this cut and provides a predictable amount of warmth. Additional niceties on the Trailmade include a snag-free zipper guide, as well as a stash pocket on the exterior of the bag for your phone, headlamp, or water filter. 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Carter<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>With 60 inches of shoulder girth and venting options for when things get too toasty, the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F251886%2Fnemo-disco-15-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag-mens\">NEMO Disco<\/a><\/strong> ($270) is one of our favorite bags for active sleepers. The ample room is coupled with two of NEMO\u2019s Thermo-Gill vents that zip open to allow more space in the torso. Zip them shut on especially cold nights to keep more heat in and lessen the dead air space.<\/p><p>It&#8217;s that &#8216;spoon&#8217; shape that really won us over, however, and for those with wider hips, it can be a game-changer. While the middle of this bag tapers a bit (to keep some thermal performance around your core), the footbox expands out to nearly the same width as the shoulders and allows for a number of different sleeping positions. <\/p><p>The 30-denier ripstop shell feels sturdy and held up well in testing on rough terrain. The nylon liner is also super soft and pleasant to sleep against. A final touch we appreciated is the breathable, waterproof foot. Down loses its warming power when wet, and our feet are the first place to get saturated from condensation in the tent. It also touts one of our favorite bonuses: it comes with a compression sack.<\/p><p>Heavier fabric and plenty of fill mean that the 15-degree Disco we tested weighs in at a hefty 3 pounds, 5 ounces in the regular. This is still way lighter than a lot of bags, but a full pound more than some of the ultralight bags tested. <\/p><p>If you&#8217;re after a bag that doesn&#8217;t short-sheet you but still trims the fat a bit, consider some backpacking quilt options, such as the Katabatic Alsek or Enlightened Equipment Enigma, which both provide impressive room to move around in.<\/p><p>If you sleep on your side and loathe sleeping on your back, try the Disco \u2014 we dig the 30-degree version for middle-of-the-summer use and the 15 for shoulder season backpacking. 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itemprop=\"\">\t<p>Backpacking quilts are a whole other ballgame compared to sleeping bags, and while there are a vast number available, we\u2019ve settled on the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=21289&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fkatabaticgear.com%2Fproducts%2Falsek-ultralight-quilt\">Katabatic Alsek 22 Quilt<\/a><\/strong> ($379) as the best out there for most folks.<\/p><p>Besides the packed volume and weight benefits of going with a quilt (on average 20-30% lighter), the versatility of open-backed camping insulation is huge: We initially tested this quilt on a late-season hike of PCT Section-J, where temps swung wide. Thankfully, the Alsek is amenable and handled everything from sub-30 to balmy 55-degree temps overnight.<\/p><p>The Alsek&#8217;s pad-attachment system is the best we\u2019ve used. It consists of 2mm cords that encircle your sleeping pad and attach to the quilt in four different spots. These can be snugged in to close or widened to provide more ventilation. Add an elastic binding on that back opening that keeps drafts at bay, and we\u2019ve been cozy all night in this quilt.<\/p><p>Compared to standard bearers like the Enlightened Equipment Revelation (which we\u2019ve previously awarded), we found the finish on the Katabatic line of quilts to be a cut above, with high-end Pertex fabrics being used. Also, while the temp ratings of EE quilts are a bit optimistic for some campers, the Alsek swings in the opposite direction and can often be taken down to its rating.<\/p><p>While the Alsek isn&#8217;t able to be fully unzipped, we found that we lost less heat from its foot box compared to quilts that do turn into blankets. So you&#8217;ll trade some versatility, but for taking the quilt right down to the limit, we found it a worthy compromise. <\/p><p>It&#8217;s also still quite easy to pop a leg or two out overnight if things warm up too much, and for those after the full blanket experience, Katabatic also makes its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=21289&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fkatabaticgear.com%2Fcollections%2Fflex-quilts%2Fproducts%2Fflex-22-ultralight-quilt\">Flex line of bags<\/a>, which open up entirely. Or, look to the Feathered Friends Flicker UL Quilt, which sports a full-length zipper, and is just as on-the-money when it comes to temperature comfort rating.<\/p><p>Price is the trade here, but at $379, this quilt isn\u2019t unobtainable (or even expensive compared to some 20-degree sleeping bags). 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Other notable updates include the pivot from a 20D nylon taffeta to a more premium (and lighter) 15D ripstop and an ever-so-lighter weight.<\/p><p>The tradeoff to a lighter fabric set throughout seems to have worked because even though the bag pivots to a slightly lesser 800-fill goose down (the previous version was 850), it is no heavier for it and still hits the same comfort and limited temperature ratings. The climbers and mountaineers among us flocked to the 0-degree version of this bag during testing, and after returning from far-flung exploits, they provided a unanimous &#8220;yea.&#8221;<\/p><p>The large foot box and 58 inches of shoulder girth allow for comfortable sleeping, with enough room to stuff a hot Nalgene at your feet to keep your toes warm. We found the 10-denier nylon fabric is tougher than most bags in its class. On cold nights, 6 inches of down and large baffles keep the draft and cold air out.<\/p><p>We really liked that the neck baffle encircles the entire circumference of the bag, offering protection to keep your body heat sealed in. This bag is offered in short, regular, long, and left or right zip. It also comes with its own compression sack.<\/p><p>Unfortunately, all of this bag\u2019s warmth comes at a high price. Our biggest complaint is that it is not in the budget for many shoppers, but that&#8217;s the price you pay for a hyper-specialized bag. A similarly specced option (with a more palatable price) is the REI Co-op Magma, which we&#8217;d recommend to folks that the Phantom appeals to but don&#8217;t have any big mountain needs.<\/p><p>Overall, the Phantom\u00a0is a must for any serious climber or winter backpacker looking for a lightweight adventure bag that doesn\u2019t skimp on warmth or quality. 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href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228704%2Frei-co-op-magma-15-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>REI Co-op Magma<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($429) is back in a big way, having been totally rebuilt from the ground up and designed to offer 9 (!) total sizing combinations. From Short-Narrow to Long-Wide, REI has ditched the standard gendered convention as well to get more people in better-fitting sleeping bags, and our side-by-side testing shows that it&#8217;s working. <\/p><p>Thankfully, REI retained all that we loved about the previous version of the Magma: the 850-fill power down, the lightweight 15-denier Pertex nylon shell, and excellent packability are all still standouts, but those added sizings are what really won us over in the new version. We put in evenings in the Medium-Medium and Medium-Long cuts and found them to be sized perfectly. <\/p><p>Abandoning the gendered style of sizing sleeping bags will be a little confusing for some, which is why we highly recommend trying out the Magma in person before pulling the trigger on one. To be sure, the Magma is still a mummy bag through and through, which makes it ideal for backpacking, but accurate sizing is still important for proper fit. Thankfully, an ample vaulted foot box keeps things roomy for your feet.<\/p><p>One of our bigger gripes with the previous iteration of this 15-degree sleeping bag was a decided lack of warmth for such a rated bag, but no longer. REI added an average of 7 extra ounces of down across the size range, and this is now a toasty warm bag. Now, if they can overhaul the included stuff sack (which, unfortunately, has no compression system), we&#8217;ll be square.<\/p><p>The mummy-cut Magma is pretty comparable to the Therm-a-Rest Parsec, but we found that bag to have a more generous cut through the legs, which won over those of us who toss and turn in the night. When you&#8217;re checking out the Magma in-store to dial in your fit, make sure that the snug profile is to your liking.<\/p><p>If finding the perfect fitting sleeping bag has you tossing and turning, the Magma offers up a new way. 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href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F241894%2Fwestern-mountaineering-alpinlite-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\"><strong>Western Mountaineering<\/strong> <strong>AlpinLite<\/strong> <strong>20<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($710) is built to mimic everything fans loved about its\u00a0UltraLite bag but with the addition of extra shoulder room. Indeed, the size long offers up to 65 inches of shoulder girth, affording a few extra inches over most of the competition at a similar weight \u2014 and all trimmed out in some of the nicest materials you can get your hands on.<\/p><p>The brand designed the 12D shell fabric to be extra breathable, promoting as much loft as possible from the 1 pound 3 ounces of 850 goose down (that&#8217;s 5 ounces more than the Feathered Friends Hummingbird 20, for those counting). The result is a finely tuned bag that is super warm and is backed up with a jumbo, 3D-insulated collar that helps seal in as much heat as possible for alpinists and serious backpackers.<\/p><p>The larger-than-normal cut is also a step above most ultralight bags, and can accommodate tucking in some clothes or a warm water bottle beside you. We found that this extra space also makes this bag a bit more versatile when it comes to venting, as you&#8217;ve got a bit more room to move around in when you&#8217;ve got the zippers pulled down.<\/p><p>This is one of the most expensive bags on our list, but it deserves consideration for those committed to quality. The high loft and down rating may well justify this expense for some, and like Feathered Friends&#8217; sleeping bags, it should be considered an investment from a boutique gear manufacturer. <\/p><p>For most, however, we tend to believe that a more general bag like the Therm-a-Rest Parsec is a better bet. Yes, it&#8217;s 7 ounces more than this bag, and yes, it&#8217;s not quite as warm, but for the extra $225, you start to hit the level of diminishing returns, in our opinion. To be sure, this is one sweet bag \u2014 but be sure you really need all of it before pulling the trigger. <\/p><p>Consider the AlpinLite 20\u00a0if you are ready to spend the money on a quality product from a leader in the industry. Also be sure that you are someone who is very careful to take care of lightweight, sensitive gear. 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insulated<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end body.infos -->\n\t\t<\/div><!-- end body -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div  itemprop=\"review\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Chris Carter<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>For hundreds less than many other bags on the market, the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F231267%2Fkelty-cosmic-20-sleeping-bag-mens\">Kelty Cosmic Down<\/a> ($170) does a lot for a little. By using a budget-friendly 550-fill down and leaving out a few features, you get a perfectly serviceable sleeping sack for backpacking through the summer months.<\/p><p>There are two big differences between budget and higher-end sleeping bags, and that&#8217;s the insulation, and the trimmings. In the Cosmic 20, a lower fill power 550 down means that it&#8217;s not quite as thermally efficient as, say, the 950-fill in the Rab Mythic Ultra, but it&#8217;s still lightyears nicer to pack compared to synthetic. You&#8217;ll mostly notice the difference in packed size with a lower fill power, and while a 10-liter compressed size isn&#8217;t bad, higher-performance bags can get down to 7 or 8.<\/p><p>The cut of the Cosmic Down is a classic mummy with a bit of space let in, which helps to shore up the lesser fill-power down, but still isn&#8217;t a constrictor. This is where we notice some of the cost-saving measures, however, and notably, the zippers on the Cosmic are lesser than other bags we&#8217;ve tested and don&#8217;t incorporate any anti-snag sliders. Still, with a careful touch they work a treat, but need to be treated nicer than most.<\/p><p>While the Cosmic is undoubtedly bottom dollar, you can get a decently better bag if you&#8217;re willing to spend a little more. The Mountain Hardwear Bishop Pass 15 makes use of a nicer 650-fill down, ripstop nylon shell (compared to the taffeta used in this bag), is a bit warmer and is lighter. You&#8217;ll need to pay about double for the privilege, but after three seasons on both bags, the Bishop Pass is holding up a good bit better, so it&#8217;ll last longer.<\/p><p>Still, there&#8217;s plenty of other backpacking kit to buy, and if you just need a bag to get you through (or want to pad out your closet with a loaner bag), the Cosmic Down 20\u00a0is well up to the task. 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itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">No hood may require bringing extra head layers<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end body.infos -->\n\t\t<\/div><!-- end body -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div  itemprop=\"review\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Chris Carter<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-link\">\n\tRead Review:\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/outdoor\/feathered-friends-flicker-ul-quilt-review\">\n\t\t5-Year Sleeping Bag Quilt Test: Feathered Friends Flicker Ultralight Review\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>Like the Katabatic Alsek, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=14101&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ffeatheredfriends.com%2Fproducts%2Ffeathered-friends-flicker-ul-down-quilt-sleeping-bag%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoo1tx1_SC4lkk_ZOkQ12Mye_z7xtnrnCJoLpx_PHl5kUTAbtIX8\">Feathered Friends Flicker UL Quilt<\/a> <\/strong>($529) is made for those who want the ultimate in temperature control. In our opinion, it\u2019s even a bit more versatile, with a full-length zipper that splits the quilt in two.<\/p><p>We used the Flicker for 5 years before rendering our verdict, and it reliably performed for us on everything from the Grand Canyon to an entire Appalachian Trail thru-hike. Size and packability are the two main features that drew us to this quilt, and it is impressive that it is both roomy enough to toss and turn in and packs down to the size of a football.<\/p><p>Available in 20-, 30-, and 40-degree versions (we tested the 20), the Flicker is stuffed with ultra-premium 950+ goose down. Feathered Friends doesn\u2019t use water-resistant treatments on its down, which can inhibit the lofting ability of the feathers to some degree. This allows the down quality to shine through, and the Flicker supports our impression that Feathered Friends bags are rated for comfort, not limit.<\/p><p>Unzipping the full-length zip allows the quilt to splay open into a blanket that two full-grown campers can snuggle up underneath, a boon for warm evenings when you don\u2019t need all that down. If things aren\u2019t hot but you still need some added venting, we found the cinchable footbox to bleed off excess heat quite well.<\/p><p>The only long-term issue we\u2019ve encountered is that, given enough time (and infrequent washings), the zipper can become grungy and unzip itself as we toss and turn. Washing the bag remedies this, but it highlights the differences between the Flicker and a zipper-less sleeping quilt.<\/p><p>At $529 for the 20-degree version, the Flicker UL is a bit pricier than the similarly specced Alsek (the 900-fill power version will run you $454) and about 4 ounces heavier. 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itemprop=\"name\">Snug fit around the legs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end body.infos -->\n\t\t<\/div><!-- end body -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div  itemprop=\"review\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Chris Carter<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>When it comes to ultralight and cutting edge gear, some of the bags on our list can be pretty pricey. But for those looking for packability and customization at a great value, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F231220%2Fsea-to-summit-spark-30f-down-sleeping-bag\">Sea to Summit Spark<\/a><\/strong> ($449) line is a worthwhile option.\u00a0<\/p><p>The technical side is exceptional: RDS-certified 850+ fill down, a PFAS-free DWR treatment, and a well-chosen 10D face fabric that feels like a dream \u2014 all combining so you\u2019re snoozing both morally sound and in comfort.<\/p><p>The Spark also does a great job of showing off some well-thought-out specialized features, including a hybrid baffling system to limit down migration where it counts, a technically constructed hood that isn\u2019t too big or too small, and a foot box design that ensures you\u2019re not plantar flexing your feet all night.\u00a0<\/p><p>While it isn\u2019t the absolute lightest bag on our list, like the Rab Mythic Ultra 180, or our top overall choice, like the Therm-a-Rest Parsec, it boasts a high degree of customization, from 0-degree to 45-degree options, half zips or full side zips, and the choice of regular, long, or women\u2019s sizing. For those searching for a couple\u2019s compatible bag, the full-length zip options can even zip together to form one large sleeping bag!<\/p><p>The Spark is a touch snug around the legs for the sizing, which won\u2019t work for some larger folks, and it lacks a differential cut design, which we find to be an important feature for eliminating cold spots. For those looking for a bit more wiggle room, the Therm-a-Rest Quasar is a worthwhile option, and for those who don\u2019t mind spending more, the Western Mountaineering AlpinLite gives the Spark a run for its money. <\/p><p>At the end of the day, the Sea to Summit Spark is a well-rounded ultralight bag that won\u2019t let you down.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<hr class=\"product-block__break\"><\/hr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end footer -->\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"bg-ad\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-info  no-badge \" id=\"feathered-friends-hummingbird-ul\">\n\t<div class=\"product-info__content\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\n\t\t<!-- context title -->\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"product-block__header-infos\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"entry-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a 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itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Chris Carter<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>Optimized for fast and light missions with chilly temps in the forecast, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=14101&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingbackpackingsleepingbag&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ffeatheredfriends.com%2Fcollections%2Fthree-season-down-sleeping-bags%2Fproducts%2Ffeathered-friends-hummingbird-ul-20-30-down-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Feathered Friends Hummingbird UL<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($609) sleeping bag is designed to maximize warmth while maintaining a low, lightweight profile. With Pertex Endurance fabric and 950+ fill power down, it boasts the slimmest design and lightest weight in Feathered Friends\u2019 lineup. The Hummingbird has replaced the popular Merlin 30 UL, so if you\u2019re after that model \u2014 look no further.<\/p><p>We found the design of this bag to be thoughtfully made. It eliminated some issues we\u2019ve had with sleeping bags in the past. One of the first things that struck us was the locking sliders on the two-way zipper. This pretty much completely eliminates the annoyance of the zipper snagging on overlapping fabric and getting stuck. A constant frustration we have with traditional bags.<\/p><p>We tested the 20-degree model in similar temps and found that to be an appropriate rating, keeping us toasty at 20 or a little below. The voluminous draft collar prevents cold air from slipping through the zippers, and we loved cowboy camping in windy conditions with it. The continuous baffles allow you to shuffle the insulation around easily, minimizing cold spots.<\/p><p>At 1 pound, 8 ounces for the 20-degree, this is one of the lighter three-season mummy bags out there. The superior warmth and wind resistance match that of heavier models, but the minimal weight is achieved by a pretty slim, simple design, which we found does cut down on overall comfort. This wasn\u2019t too much of an issue for us, as we actually like the close-cut feel of a down coffin, but some may want more room to stretch out or splay their legs.<\/p><p>For those who want a bit more space (but are still after a lightweight bag), the Western Mountaineering AlpinLite is the roomier cut in the WM lineup, and while it&#8217;s 7 ounces heavier than the Hummingbird, it&#8217;s a good bit more liveable if you&#8217;re going to be tucked into it for an extended trip. Know that both of these are bags that prioritize light weights and small packed sizes, and if you aren&#8217;t concerned with this, a better all-arounder like the Therm-a-Rest Parsec will serve you better.<\/p><p>As a true 3-season lightweight sleeping bag, the\u00a0Hummingbird UL 20\u00a0stands out as one of the best backpacking sleeping bag choices for those looking to go the distance with as light a base weight as possible. 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itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Chris Carter<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-link\">\n\tRead Review:\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/rab-mythic-ultra-180-sleeping-bag-review\">\n\t\t\u2018TILT\u2019 Titanium Coating Adds Warmth Without Weight: Rab Mythic Ultra 180 Sleeping Bag Review\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>Perhaps one of the lightest full sleeping bags money can buy,\u00a0the <a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Frab-mythic-ultra-180-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rab Mythic Ultra<\/a><strong> <\/strong>($600) series of bags is all about shaving grams. When we first saw this bag at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/outdoor_retailer\/outdoor-retailer-best-in-show-summer-2019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Outdoor Retailer<\/strong><\/a>,\u00a0we knew it would advance tech in the sleeping bag market. Now, a few years down the road and an update later, we&#8217;re sure of it.<\/p><p>Leveraging what the brand calls its\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk\/technology-page-thermo-ionic-lining-technology-i1776\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Thermo Ionic Lining Technology (TILT)<\/strong><\/a>, the Mythic Ultra boasts an incredible warmth-to-weight ratio. It achieves this in three ways. First, Rab utilizes a trapezoidal baffle construction that expands outward from the body, meaning that there&#8217;s more space on the exterior of the bag. This allows the down to fully loft when you&#8217;re inside the bag, trapping as much heat as possible.<\/p><p>Second, and more importantly, Rab coats thin fibers within the bag with titanium. This helps reflect radiant body heat back toward the sleeper, keeping the bag warmer without adding more down. While we initially felt cautious that this might also trap moisture, our worries were unfounded. Because the coating isn&#8217;t monolithic, the bag breathes as it should. Across all our testing, we agreed that this bag sleeps 10 degrees warmer than it looks like it should.<\/p><p>Lastly, it uses 900-fill down, one of the best warmth-to-weight insulators you can get in a sleeping bag \u2014 something only boutique bag makers like Feathered Friends or Enlightened Equipment will typically use. This also lends a big helping hand in making this bag supremely packable; its easily the smallest bag we could scrunch down in our compression testing. <\/p><p>Available in a\u00a032-degree (which we tested)\u00a0and\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Frab-mythic-ultra-360-sleeping-bag\">20-degree<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>model, you can customize depending on the weather extremes you want to be prepared for. And while this bag is on the upper end of the price range, we believe the construction and materials justify the cost. Our only complaint was that it was very tight to get in and out of. This is par for the course for a lightweight mummy bag, but it is worth considering if you are larger or prefer side sleeping.<\/p><p>Staying light on all features, there\u2019s just a single 1\/8-length zipper. Overall, the Mythic Ultra proved to be the lightest and most packable option we tested. For the ultralight enthusiast, this might be the best backpacking sleeping bag available right now.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<hr class=\"product-block__break\"><\/hr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end footer -->\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"bg-ad\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-info  no-badge \" id=\"enlightened-equipment-enigma\">\n\t<div class=\"product-info__content\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\n\t\t<!-- context title -->\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"product-block__header-infos\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"entry-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&#038;mi=13757&#038;pw=7185&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.garagegrowngear.com%2Fproducts%2Fenigma-quilt-by-enlightened-equipment&#038;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tEnlightened Equipment 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annoying<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end body.infos -->\n\t\t<\/div><!-- end body -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div  itemprop=\"review\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Chris Carter<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>Ultralight backpacking quilts are gaining in popularity, and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=17349&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingbackpackingsleepingbag&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fenlightenedequipment.com%2Fenigma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Enlightened Equipment<\/strong> <strong>Enigma<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>($355) is certainly to thank for part of that rise. The Enigma\u00a0is designed for the dedicated, weight-conscious backpacker wanting the most dialed, no-frills ultralight setup. <\/p><p>Having taken both the brand&#8217;s more blanket-like Revelation and Enigma on extended thru-hikes, we feel like the Enigma does a better job of reducing drafts, packs into your bag more easily, and is just a better quilt for backpacking in general.<\/p><p>Enlightened Equipment is known for the high level of customization it offers for its quilts, allowing the weight, warmth, size, durability, and style to be perfectly dialed for whatever adventure lies ahead. Check out the fully\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=ale&amp;ti=9273&amp;pri=0&amp;pw=7185&amp;mi=17349&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fenlightenedequipment.com%2Fenigma-custom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>custom Enigma<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to find your perfect style. Just beware, these have some long lead times.<\/p><p>You can also choose between 7D, 10D, or 20D fabrics for the outside, and 7D and 10D for the inside to adjust the durability of the quilt. We found that a 10D outside and 7D inside held up just fine over months of abuse. The baffles are thoughtfully designed into a continuous U shape which reduces feather shifting, and the stitching between the baffles doesn\u2019t go all the way through the quilt, eliminating cold spots.<\/p><p>The quilt also comes with an elastic strap attachment system for securing it to sleeping pads and a cinch cord at the neck to further eliminate drafts. We wish they had put the pull cord on the side of the quilt, however, as opposed to right in the middle above your face, as it often gets annoying while trying to sleep \u2014 really one of our only complaints.<\/p><p>In short, the\u00a0Enigma Quilt\u00a0is a reliable, ultralight, and super warm alternative to traditional sleeping bags while backpacking. If the Rab Mythic Ultra intrigues you, but you can&#8217;t get past the trim fit, check out quilts like this one. 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Consistently offering stellar alpine-ready gear at surprisingly approachable prices, &#8220;The Mountain People&#8221; know what we need. Lending credence to this reputation is the sleek and cozy <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Frab-neutrino-600-sleeping-bag-10f-down\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Neutrino 600<\/a> <\/strong>($495) \u2014 yet another high-caliber, cloud-like bag filled to the brim with water-resistant, sustainably sourced down.<\/p><p>Though not the most flashy design, a peak under the hood reveals some unique flairs that bump the comfort and usability of this bed-on-the-go. We loved the chevron-shaped baffles and trapezoid box-wall construction, which seems to stabilize its insulation better than traditional horizontal baffles. <\/p><p>This gives it a solid warmth-to-weight ratio but does make for a narrow, somewhat constricting design. Shifting around inside isn&#8217;t nearly as easy as with other models, and this isn&#8217;t the best choice for side sleepers.<\/p><p>Anti-snag zipper guards afford a silky smooth closure and baffles along the zipper and at the neck seal in precious heat. The stellar neck baffle design is among our favorites, with a contoured, yoke-shaped slot on the front that nestles perfectly just under your chin. Cinch cords help with the full cocooning process. Trust us \u2014 you&#8217;ll bemoan having to crawl out of this cushy capsule when nature calls at midnight.<\/p><p>While we appreciate the included waterproof stuff sack, we feel it is much too big for how small the bag packs down, and it&#8217;s hard to compress it to its full potential. At just over 2 pounds, the Neutrino 600 isn&#8217;t the lightest on this list but has an impressive weight for a 10-degree F model. The 800-fill down thwarts chilly shoulder-season temps (or biting winter cold with its -10F option), and its hydrophobic finish, shielded by the DWR-coated fabric, fends off condensation or light precipitation.<\/p><p>This is a fantastic, high-end down bag at a more approachable price point than others in its class. The design does insist upon a back-sleeping position, which is why it isn&#8217;t as highly recommended in our opinion, but technical alpinists and serious backpackers on a budget will appreciate what the Neutrino brings to the table. Considering its premium construction, thoughtful feature set, and streamlined silhouette, we&#8217;d say it punches well above its weight.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<hr class=\"product-block__break\"><\/hr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end footer -->\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"comparison-chart\">Backpacking Sleeping Bag Comparison Chart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Sleeping Bag<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Temperature Offerings<\/th><th>Available Sizes<\/th><th>Tested Weight<\/th><th>Insulation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F203086%2Ftherm-a-rest-parsec-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Therm-a-Rest Parsec<\/a><\/td><td>$470<\/td><td>0, 20 (tested), 32\u00b0F<\/td><td>Small, Regular, Long<\/td><td>2 lbs., 6 oz.<\/td><td><strong><br>800-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F235363%2Fmountain-hardwear-bishop-pass-15-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\"><strong>Mountain Hardwear <\/strong><br><strong>Bishop Pass<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>$285<\/td><td>0, 15 (tested), 30\u00b0F<\/td><td>Men&#8217;s and Women&#8217;s; Regular and Long<\/td><td><strong>2 lbs., 5 o<\/strong>z.<\/td><td><strong>650-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjpr|xid:fr1741124677286gci&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F217592%2Frei-co-op-trailmade-20-sleeping-bag\">REI Co-op Trailmade<\/a><\/td><td>$100<\/td><td>20\u00b0F (tested)<\/td><td>Short, Short Wide, Regular, Regular Wide, Long, Long Wide<\/td><td>3 lbs., 4.8 oz.<\/td><td>Polyester<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F251886%2Fnemo-disco-15-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag-mens\"><strong>NEMO Disco<\/strong> <\/a><\/td><td>$270<\/td><td>15 (tested), 30\u00b0F<\/td><td>Men&#8217;s and Women&#8217;s; Regular and Long<\/td><td>3 lbs., 5 oz.<\/td><td><strong>650-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=21289&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fkatabaticgear.com%2Fproducts%2Falsek-ultralight-quilt\">Katabatic Alsek 22 Quilt<\/a><\/td><td>$379<\/td><td>22\u00b0F (tested)<\/td><td>Short, Short Wide, Regular, Regular Wide, Tall, Tall Wide<\/td><td>1 lb., 7.3 oz.<\/td><td>850 or 950-fill down<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmountain-hardwear-phantom-0f-down-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=xid:fr1741130150992ibb\"><strong>Mountain Hardwear <\/strong><br><strong>Phantom&nbsp;<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>$580<\/td><td>0 (tested), 15, 30\u00b0F<\/td><td>Short, Regular, Long<\/td><td><strong>2 lbs., 10.4 o<\/strong>z.<\/td><td><strong>800-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228704%2Frei-co-op-magma-15-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>REI Co-op Magma<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>$429<\/td><td>15 (tested), 30\u00b0F<\/td><td>Short Narrow, Short, Short Wide, Medium Narrow, Medium, Medium Wide, Long Narrow, Long, Long Wide<\/td><td>2 lbs., 3.6 oz. (medium size)<\/td><td><strong>850-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F241894%2Fwestern-mountaineering-alpinlite-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\"><strong>Western Mountaineering&nbsp;AlpinLite<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>$710<\/td><td>20\u00b0F (tested)<\/td><td>5&#8217;6&#8243;, 6&#8217;0&#8243;, 6&#8217;6&#8243;, 7&#8217;0&#8243;<\/td><td>1 lb., 15 oz.<\/td><td><strong>850-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F231267%2Fkelty-cosmic-20-sleeping-bag-mens\">Kelty Cosmic Down<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>$170<\/td><td>0, 20 (tested), 40\u00b0F<\/td><td>Men&#8217;s and Women&#8217;s; Regular and Long<\/td><td><strong>2 lbs., 7 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>550-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=14101&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ffeatheredfriends.com%2Fproducts%2Ffeathered-friends-flicker-ul-down-quilt-sleeping-bag%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoo1tx1_SC4lkk_ZOkQ12Mye_z7xtnrnCJoLpx_PHl5kUTAbtIX8\">Feathered Friends Flicker UL Quilt<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>$529<\/td><td>20 (tested), 30, 40\u00b0F<\/td><td>Regular, Long; Standard, Wide<\/td><td>1 lb., 9.2 oz.<\/td><td>950+ fill goose down<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F231220%2Fsea-to-summit-spark-30f-down-sleeping-bag\">Sea to Summit Spark<\/a><\/td><td>$449<\/td><td>0, 15, 30 (tested), 45\u00b0F<\/td><td>Regular, Long, Double<\/td><td>1 lb., 1.5 oz.<\/td><td>850-fill down<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=14101&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingbackpackingsleepingbag&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ffeatheredfriends.com%2Fcollections%2Fthree-season-down-sleeping-bags%2Fproducts%2Ffeathered-friends-hummingbird-ul-20-30-down-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Feathered Friends Hummingbird UL<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>$609<\/td><td>20 (tested), 30\u00b0F<\/td><td>Regular, Long<\/td><td><strong>1 lb., 8 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>950+ fill goose down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Frab-mythic-ultra-180-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Rab Mythic Ultra<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>$600-740<\/td><td>18, 32\u00b0F (tested)<\/td><td>Regular, Long<\/td><td><strong>14.1 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>900-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=17349&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingbackpackingsleepingbag&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fenlightenedequipment.com%2Fenigma\"><strong>Enlightened Equipment Enigma<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>$355<\/td><td>0, 10, 20 (tested), 30, 40, 50\u00b0F<\/td><td>Short, Regular, Regular Wide, Long, Long Wide<\/td><td>1 lb., 3.2 oz \u2014 1 lb., 5.2 oz.<\/td><td><strong>850 or 950-fill down<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Frab-neutrino-600-sleeping-bag-10f-down\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rab&nbsp;<strong>Neutrino<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>$495<\/td><td>-8, 10 (tested), 19, 30\u00b0F<\/td><td>Men&#8217;s and Women&#8217;s; Regular, Wide, Long, Long Wide<\/td><td><strong>2 lbs., 2 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>800-fill<\/strong> 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do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-testing-process-and-testing-grounds\">Our Testing Process and Testing Grounds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The main pillars of our backpacking sleeping bag test are \u2014 you guessed it \u2014 backpacking and sleeping. The location, trip type, distances covered, and conditions are always different, however, and we aimed to use these bags as they should: rainstorms included. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve slept in these sleeping bags at some wild places across the way. From late autumn traverses in the Chugach Range to spring melt tromping in the Sierra, thru-hiking the Continental Divide Trail, and hiding from storms in Iceland \u2014 we&#8217;ve gotten around in the testing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During field testing, we aim to test these bags relative to their stated temperature ratings and track overnight ambient temps to relate to how we slept. We also regulated our sleeping clothing, and standardized our sleeping pads, aiming for as close to fair as we can manage. We compare notes on performance, and when we&#8217;ve got a good feel, we swap bags to form a comprehensive opinion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147.jpg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"737179\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #737179;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2000 1333&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-455134\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"737179\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #737179;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-455134\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/09\/DSC08147-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Our field testing is a rigorous challenge for these bags, and we&#8217;ve gone far and wide to test them; (photo\/Nick Belcaster)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When we\u2019re testing out in the field, we\u2019re thinking about how comfortable the bag is, whether there are any cold spots, the ease of getting in and out, how durable the fabric is, whether the sizing is appropriate, and sometimes, whether we like the color scheme or not.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re also logging data with hygrometers, comparing temperature and relative humidity with instruments placed both inside and outside our sleeping bags in real-world backcountry scenarios. While this isn\u2019t a perfect practice, it allows us to get an idea of whether ISO\/EN ratings are accurate and gives us the data to compare the performance of bags with the same temperature ratings in head-to-head matchups.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a cylindrical compression sack, a ruler, some 20-pound weights, and a piece of wood, we\u2019re also able to maximally compress each sleeping bag to see its peak packability. This involves a quick formula solving for the volume of a cylinder in cubic inches, which is then converted to liters so it can be used as a tool for folks aiming to pack into smaller ultralight packs or fastpacking vests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our third protocol involves a moisture-resistance test using both a cup of water and a sprayer bottle, and seeing how a sleeping bag performs through both a theoretical downpour and misting. After pouring the cup of water and using a different area to apply three mists, we note our observations over the course of 1 to 3 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When all is said and done, we come away with both expert opinions and hard data \u2014 a combo that ensures you\u2019re getting the best sleeping bag recommendation for your backcountry sleep setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers.jpg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"86793d\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #86793d;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2000 1333&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-531886\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"86793d\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #86793d;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-531886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/hygrometers-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">We get technical and measure both ambient and in-bag temperatures on our overnights, allowing us to be a bit more precise in our recommendations; (photo\/Ian Atkinson)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-expert-testers\">Our Expert Testers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only do we have decades of experience among the lot of us, but we are also critical and perceptive to the nuances of the needs of each user. You may not agree with our opinions, but we strive to make our judgments fair and justified. We stick to the same standards and metrics for each product we test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Editor-in-Chief <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/author\/aruggiero\">Adam Ruggiero<\/a>, a seasoned hiker, bikepacker, and all-around outdoorsman, broke trail with this guide in May 2020, wrangling together our initial selection of 11 top-shelf sleeping bags. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tester <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/author\/ccarter\">Chris Carter<\/a> took over the reins in 2022 and has been poring through online catalogs, bugging the pros, and hustling to gear shows to narrow in on the most current, deserving selection possible. Chris has significant experience cocooning himself in down burritos, having thru-hiked the Triple Crown of long trails in the United States: the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trail. He knows the importance of a sound night of sleep on a backpacking excursion and doesn&#8217;t skimp on any element of his sleeping kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Senior Editor <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/author\/nbelcaster\">Nick Belcaster<\/a> rounds out our sleeping bag testing team, and between trips to Patagonia to trek into remote glaciers and granite spires and flying deep into the Brooks Range of Alaska for a packraft expedition, he finds some time to get some shuteye. Nick has also hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, and living in Washington State allows him many nights under the stars to test these bags. Our current bench testing regimen is managed by Nick, where all bags we test are measured up side-by-side to get the real deal before live-fire testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171233\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05313-e1683918467887-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Enigma offers stellar warmth and packability at a super-low weight; (photo\/Honey McNaughton)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"guide\">Buyer&#8217;s Guide: How to Choose a Sleeping Bag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We utilize five factors to consider when purchasing a sleeping bag: warmth, packed size and weight, materials, extra features, and value. No one bag can excel in all categories without costing you a fortune. Our goal is to direct you toward the perfect sleeping bag for your needs and your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-insulation-amp-warmth\">Insulation &amp; Warmth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Warmth ratings are a great place to start when selecting a sleeping bag, but before we talk <span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">temperatures, a solid understanding of&nbsp;<em>how<\/em>&nbsp;a sleeping bag keeps you warm is in order. All sleeping bags use insulation, and the most commonly used insulation&nbsp;<\/span>in backpacking bags is down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-down-insulation\">Down Insulation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Made from the under plumage of ducks or geese, down is just about the best insulator found in nature, and it&#8217;s our overwhelming recommendation for backpacking sleeping bags. The benefits are multiple: Down is highly thermally efficient, lightweight, and compressible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Down is available in different levels of quality, and is measured by both fill power and fill weight. The <strong>fill power<\/strong> of down relates to how lofty it is \u2014 the higher the loft, the more air space there is to trap heat in. You&#8217;ll most often see a range between 650 and 900 in backpacking bags, where 650-fill power bags like the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F235365%2Fmountain-hardwear-bishop-pass-0-sleeping-bag-mens&amp;subId3=bw-4dd454f5-7087[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750174553579bbh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mountain Hardwear Bishop&nbsp;Pass<\/a> offer more value, and 800+ fill bags like the <a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmountain-hardwear-phantom-0f-down-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=bw-63b711e1-97d6[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750174553579jjb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mountain Hardwear&nbsp;Phantom<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228704%2Frei-co-op-magma-15-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=bw-6dee44f1-16ef[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750174553579cfi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">REI Co-op&nbsp;Magma<\/a> provide more warmth and packability, but at a price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fill weight<\/strong> is the other side of the equation and is needed to truly compare bags side by side. This is the total amount of down added to the bag, and it can tell you a lot about relative warmth. For example, the 30-degree REI Magma and <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F231220%2Fsea-to-summit-spark-30f-down-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=bw-334e4d16-fd40[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750174553580bge\">Sea to Summit Spark 30<\/a> both use 850-fill power down, but the Magma uses 12.7 ounces, while the Spark only uses 9.3. Tested side by side, we agreed that the Magma feels warmer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410.jpg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"5d513b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #5d513b;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 700 467&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-240825\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"5d513b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #5d513b;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-240825\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/DSC02709-scaled-e1683901160410-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You want to balance weight, warmth, and packability when deciding on the best backpacking sleeping bag for your needs; (photo\/Honey McNaughton)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-synthetic-insulation\">Synthetic Insulation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Synthetic insulations are less commonly used in backpacking bags, but offer a man-made alternative to down that can be both cheaper and more resistant to moisture. These polyester fibers trap and hold warmth like down, but won&#8217;t compress nearly as well, making it a better fill for front-country sleeping bags. Still, many budget bags use a synthetic fill, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjpr&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F217592%2Frei-co-op-trailmade-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=bw-6de62603-b225[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750174553579aac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">REI Co-op Trailmade 20<\/a>, and come in significantly cheaper than even the cheapest down bags, like the $170 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F231267%2Fkelty-cosmic-20-sleeping-bag-mens&amp;subId3=bw-9f339f35-a4ca[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750174553580haa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kelty Cosmic&nbsp;Down<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-temperature-ratings\">Temperature Ratings<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>All sleeping bags come rated for a certain temperature, but there&#8217;s some nuance behind that number to consider. The quick and dirty is this: the temperature rating of your sleeping bag is likely the <strong>&#8216;comfort&#8217; rating<\/strong>, which is the temperature at which the average sleeper will sleep soundly through the night, so long as they are using an adequate sleeping pad and wearing base layers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>&#8216;lower limit&#8217; rating<\/strong> of a sleeping bag is often about 10 degrees cooler than this number, and that&#8217;s the temperature at which you&#8217;ll start to notice the chill creeping in, which might wake you up late at night. Many bag manufacturers have sleeping bags tested by an accredited organization, such as the International Standards Organization, which provides a standard to measure bags against each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>20-30 degrees F<\/strong>: This is an all-around sleeping bag rating for most hikers. Its versatility allows you to venture to higher elevations, but it is not so hot that you&#8217;ll need to fully unzip the bag on certain nights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>30-50 degrees F: <\/strong>Summer-weight sleeping bags for warm evenings at lower elevations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>0-10 degrees F:<\/strong> Winter-weight sleeping bags for most of the lower 48. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171258\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05262-e1683918505770-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A warm sleeping bag is a camp comfort game changer; (photo\/Honey McNaughton)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sleeping-bag-size-amp-shapes\">Sleeping Bag Size &amp; Shapes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After settling on the temperature rating and insulation type you want, you&#8217;ll need to choose the shape and size of the bag that&#8217;s right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mummy-bags\">Mummy Bags<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Snug and thermally efficient, mummy bags wrap you up and aim to trim down on dead air space that&#8217;s tough to keep warm. These shapes are cut slimmer compared to the boxy rectangles of camping bags and follow the contours of the body to reduce material bulk and weight. If you&#8217;re looking for a performance bag, this is the shape you&#8217;ll want, and options like the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F203086%2Ftherm-a-rest-parsec-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;subId3=bw-a57ae02f-b276[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750174553580fbf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Therm-a-Rest&nbsp;Parsec<\/a>, Mountain Hardwear&nbsp;Phantom, and REI Co-op&nbsp;Magma all fit the bill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-semi-rectangular-bags\">Semi-Rectangular Bags<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who might find mummy bags a bit claustrophobic, semi-rectangular bags let in a bit more room for tossing and turning. This makes them ideal for a wider range of temperatures when pure warmth isn&#8217;t the only thing you&#8217;re after in a sleeping bag. These bags add room in the footbox, hips, and shoulders, and bags like NEMO&#8217;s spoon-shaped <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228439%2Fnemo-disco-15-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag-womens&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorcampingsleepingbags&amp;subId3=bw-f34e0c11-75b3[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750174553579bdj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disco<\/a> are perfect go-betweens for a bag that can be used for backpacking and camping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sleeping-quilts\">Sleeping Quilts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Quilt designs are specialty options. They aren&#8217;t just for those looking to carry the most minimal option, however. They&#8217;re also versatile at venting and can be even more comfortable for those who enjoy the freedom of movement in semi-rectangular bags. Quilts like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=21289&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=bw-c6b71074-867b%5B%5B%5B6666cd%5B%7Cgjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags|xid:fr1750174553579afc&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fkatabaticgear.com%2Fproducts%2Falsek-ultralight-quilt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Katabatic Alsek 22&nbsp;<\/a>remove the back of the sleeping bag, where most of the insulation is doing little to warm you anyway, and incorporate pad attachments to integrate with your entire sleeping system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img data-dominant-color=\"535c6b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #535c6b;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 700 467&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-575020\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"535c6b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #535c6b;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-575020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC01029.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sleeping quilts land between mummy and semi-rectangular bag styles, and offer up both thermal efficiency and room to move; (photo\/Nick Belcaster)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shell-amp-lining-fabrics\">Shell &amp; Lining Fabrics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most sleeping bags use synthetic materials such as nylon or polyester for the<strong> shell<\/strong>, or exterior, of the sleeping bag. These materials repel water and hold warmth when wet. Either material works well and is frequently thinner on backpacking bags to keep weight and bulk down. 10-20 denier (the weight of the fabric) is common, with lighter fabrics needing a bit more care but cutting weight (and frequently costing more).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nylon or polyester taffeta is among the most common fabrics used to line the inside of a bag. Unlike ripstop, which has a coarse feel, taffeta has a pleasant, silky feel and is more breathable. This makes it ideal as a next-to-skin fabric. Pay attention to the fabric behind the zipper as well. A late-night trip to the bush can cause fumbling and tearing of fabric if it gets caught in the zipper. Top brands will sew sturdier material in the zipper zone to prevent this, but it adds weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Baffles<\/strong> in a sleeping bag are sewn separations that keep the down in place to prevent it from bunching up. It is important to consider baffle size and placement in a down bag. After years of use, the feathers tend to migrate into clumps. A little care and proper maintenance can prevent this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171260\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05081-e1683918558185-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You want your sleeping bag to be made of durable materials for shoving in and out of stuff sacks every morning and night; (photo\/Honey McNaughton)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hood-amp-draft-collars\">Hood &amp; Draft Collars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The hood of your sleeping bag wraps your noggin and <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/best-camping-pillow\">camp pillow<\/a>, helping to trap the warmth that you&#8217;ve worked so hard for. These are often snug in backpacking sleeping bags and are aimed at being thermally efficient, with shock-corded adjustments that allow you to dial in the exposure you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Draft tubes<\/strong> and collars are insulation-stuffed barriers between you and places that lose a lot of heat. This is in places such as along the zipper or around your neck. These barriers are crucial to keeping cold air out. Draft collars rest on the chest and neck area to keep the heat in the bag from escaping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sleeping bags with lower ratings will typically incorporate larger draft collars, such as those seen in the <a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmountain-hardwear-phantom-0f-down-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=bw-4da606db-91eb[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750191246747dba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mountain Hardwear&nbsp;Phantom<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F241894%2Fwestern-mountaineering-alpinlite-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;subId3=bw-909f6d04-d398[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750191246747ebg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Western Mountaineering&nbsp;AlpinLite<\/a>, while warm-temperature bags may forgo them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/05\/DSC1375.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 0 0&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/05\/DSC1375.jpg\" alt=\"_DSC1375\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/05\/DSC1375.jpg\" alt=\"_DSC1375\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A nice lofty draft collar will keep cold air from seeping down into your bag; (photo\/Eric Phillips)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zippers-amp-venting\">Zippers &amp; Venting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Zippers are the closure system on backpacking sleeping bags. They function as both your entry point and add ventilation to your bag. Most bags will sport one full-length zipper on either side, with some brands offering the option to choose between a right-hand or left-hand zipper. Zippers with a second slider at the foot end allow you to ventilate your feet at night, and better modulate your temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some bags, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228439%2Fnemo-disco-15-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag-womens&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorcampingsleepingbags&amp;subId3=bw-3294a346-5934[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750198411055iic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NEMO&nbsp;Disco<\/a>, go a step further and incorporate zippers into their venting system. The &#8216;Thermo Gill&#8217; vents on this bag won high praise from our testers for truly pushing out excess heat. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=14101&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=bw-e2a47ab5-2a97%5B%5B%5B6666cd%5B|xid:fr1750198411055bie&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ffeatheredfriends.com%2Fproducts%2Ffeathered-friends-flicker-ul-down-quilt-sleeping-bag%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoo1tx1_SC4lkk_ZOkQ12Mye_z7xtnrnCJoLpx_PHl5kUTAbtIX8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Feathered Friends Flicker UL&nbsp;Quilt<\/a> is also unique in that it adds a full-length zipper to a quilt design, allowing the Flicker to be used like a blanket on warm nights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement.jpg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"73665a\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #73665a;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2000 1333&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-582363\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"73665a\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #73665a;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-582363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/06\/rab-zipper-measurement-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">While most zippers are full length, specialized ultralight sleeping bags like the Rab Mythic Ultra 180 trade weight for convenience with short zippers; (photo\/Ian Atkinson)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packed Size &amp; Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Packed size is of particular importance when backpacking. While regular <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/best-sleeping-bags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>camping sleeping bags<\/strong><\/a> focus more on comfort, you want your backpacking sleeping bag to have an appropriate warmth-to-weight ratio for your adventure. The weight and packed size of a bag are directly tied to the materials it is built from. Down always packs smaller than synthetic insulation at the same temperature rating but is, on average, more expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone looking to minimize pack weight should consider something like the<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228704%2Frei-co-op-magma-15-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=bw-e0bca099-26d9[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750191246747bca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">REI Co-op&nbsp;Magma<\/a>. This bag packs down to 3 liters and weighs just 2 pounds, 3.6 ounces. Compare that to the NEMO Forte with synthetic insulation which is much bulkier at over 3 pounds with a similar temperature rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ability to pack your bag into the smallest stuff sack possible means more room for gear (or snacks!). The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F249432%2Frab-mythic-ultra-360-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=bw-c1c58d1e-daf3[[[6666cd[|xid:fr1750191246747cjb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rab Mythic Ultra 180<\/a> <\/strong>is insanely compact and is great for warm summer bivvies when you want to be ultralight or to add to another bag to multiply the warmth. It&#8217;s a good idea to consider the volume and storage capabilities of the <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/packs\/best-backpacking-backpack\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>backpacking backpack<\/strong><\/a> you plan to use on your excursions before choosing your sleeping bag, as this will be one of the bulkier items in your kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171259\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05115-e1683918582473-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Durable sleeping bags will keep you warm and cozy for long months on the trail; (photo\/Honey McNaughton)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-women-s-specific-sleeping-bags\">Women&#8217;s-Specific Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some sleeping bags, such as the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F251886%2Fnemo-disco-15-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag-mens\">NEMO Disco<\/a><\/strong>, are designed with women in mind and have features that some may find beneficial. As mentioned above, women\u2019s bags are usually more spacious, accommodate wider hips, and have extra insulation (often in specific areas).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some sleeping bags have a women&#8217;s-specific version that you can choose (which sometimes just means it&#8217;s shorter), while other models are designed solely for women. Sometimes the changes make a noticeable difference for women, other times a men&#8217;s or unisex model will work just fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, a move away from gendered styles and toward a larger range of sizes has become common, with the REI Co-op paving the way. The <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228704%2Frei-co-op-magma-15-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Magma<\/strong><\/a> series of bags eschews gendered options and instead offers nine different versions with three different lengths and widths to combine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ATP04953-e1700603600557.jpeg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"54341d\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #54341d;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ATP04953-e1700603600557.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-310414\"\/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"54341d\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #54341d;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ATP04953-e1700603600557.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-310414\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An appropriately rated sleeping bag is key for getting a warm, full night&#8217;s rest and waking up ready to tackle another day on trail; (photo\/Chris Carter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-amp-value\">Price &amp; Value<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Buying a quality sleeping bag is as important as buying a good <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/tents\/best-backpacking-tents\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>backpacking tent<\/strong><\/a>. It is not only a matter of comfort but also of safety and well-being. Your sleeping bag is a crucial piece of gear to give you the night\u2019s rest you need to tackle your goals and enjoy the backcountry. You should expect to make a substantial investment in a long-lasting, high-quality sleeping bag. Don&#8217;t be surprised to see price tags that approach (or exceed) $500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-budget\">Budget<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, there can be excellent reasons for going with a less expensive sleeping bag, and there are plenty out there to choose from. These bags are often synthetic-filled, and while our recommendations mostly focus on down bags, you can save a good amount by going with one of these. Also, expect to see lighter-duty taffeta fabrics used, zippers that lack a slider shed, and simple horizontal baffles. Expect to pay between $150 and $300 for a bag like this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Down bags will use a lower fill-power insulation, and may be a blend of goose and duck down. Our choice for beginner backpackers, the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F231267%2Fkelty-cosmic-20-sleeping-bag-mens\">Kelty Cosmic Down 20<\/a>&nbsp;($150-170) is one of the best deals on a down bag currently and uses 550-fill down. Spending a bit more on something like the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F235363%2Fmountain-hardwear-bishop-pass-15-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Mountain Hardwear Bishop Pass 15<\/a>&nbsp;($285-305) will get you a better 650-fill down, as well as a nicer ripstop nylon shell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mid-tier\">Mid-Tier<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spending a bit more can often get you a warmer and more tailored sleeping bag. Between $300 and $500, you&#8217;ll see bags with nicer and more compressible 650-750-fill power down, high-quality ripstop and Pertex shell fabrics, and dual zipper sliders with covers to avoid snags. These bags will also generally fit better, with additional sizes and zipper options available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F203086%2Ftherm-a-rest-parsec-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\"><strong>Therm-a-Rest Parsec<\/strong> <strong>20<\/strong><\/a> ($440-500) is a great all-around sleeping bag, and the 800-fill power hydrophobic down is nicer than some in this price range. Some bags are a bit more on the camp side, like the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F251886%2Fnemo-disco-15-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag-mens\">NEMO Disco<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;($300-330), while others are a bit more specialized, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=17349&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingbackpackingsleepingbag|xid:fr1726091223850hde&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fenlightenedequipment.com%2Fenigma\">Enlightened Equipment Enigma<\/a> ($355).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-premium\">Premium<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Premium bags are often from smaller boutique manufacturers, who can provide high-quality sleeping bags by charging more for exceptional quality. Brands like Western Mountaineering and Feathered Friends are USA-made companies that hand-craft their bags, use high-end materials like Pertex shells and 800-950 fill power-downs, and implement novel designs like trapezoidal baffles and 3D foot boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=14101&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingbackpackingsleepingbag|xid:fr1726091223850hfi&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ffeatheredfriends.com%2Fcollections%2Fthree-season-down-sleeping-bags%2Fproducts%2Ffeathered-friends-hummingbird-ul-20-30-down-sleeping-bag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Feathered Friends Hummingbird UL 20<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;($549-629) and <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F241894%2Fwestern-mountaineering-alpinlite-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Western Mountaineering AlpinLite&nbsp;20<\/a> ($670-715) are certainly some of the nicest bags we&#8217;d recommend, but you can also get into a more use-specific bag, like the alpinist-approved <a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmountain-hardwear-phantom-0f-down-sleeping-bag&amp;subId3=xid:fr1741130150992ibb\"><strong>Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a>($670-810).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/05\/DSC1409.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 0 0&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/05\/DSC1409.jpg\" alt=\"five people standing in sleeping bags in colorado\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/05\/DSC1409.jpg\" alt=\"five people standing in sleeping bags in colorado\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Testing gear is serious business; (photo\/Eric Phillips)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq\"><div class=\"c-block-faq-wrapper\"><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\" class=\"c-block-accordion-list c-block-faq-list\"><div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">What type of sleeping bag is best?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>The decision primarily is a question of insulation types. Two categories prevail: synthetic and down. Synthetic bags, like the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F215920%2Fnemo-forte-20-endless-promise-sleeping-bag-mens\">NEMO Forte<\/a><\/strong>, are bulkier and overall heavier when compared to a down-filled bag at the same temperature rating. They also tend to be less expensive and stay warm when wet (unlike down).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Down-filled bags, like the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F241894%2Fwestern-mountaineering-alpinlite-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Western Mountaineering AlpinLite<\/a><\/strong>,&nbsp;tend to cost more and be more delicate to abrasion and tearing as feathers can leak out, diminishing insulation. The advantage of down-filled bags is they pack extremely small and can provide more warmth with less material and therefore, less weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171256\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05213-e1683918653368-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A comfy sleeping bag makes life better for everyone; (photo\/Honey McNaughton)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">How much can I compress a down sleeping bag?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>The short answer is more than you probably should. Compressing down feathers damages them over time but they can squeeze down magnificently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have compressed a -40-degree bag into a 10L compression sack. That is not recommended but if you need space in your pack, you will do whatever you have to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing down takes patience. Applying gentle pressure to remove air from between the down can squeeze it into tight spaces. Check with your manufacturer\u2019s listed pack size. This is a good indication of how far to take it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, one of our favorite sleeping bags, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.montbell.us\/products\/disp.php?cat_id=14000&amp;p_id=1121391&amp;tag=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F241894%2Fwestern-mountaineering-alpinlite-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Western Mountaineering&nbsp;AlpinLite<\/a><\/strong>, has a 5L listed pack size in the regular length. Compare that to the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F251886%2Fnemo-disco-15-endless-promise-down-sleeping-bag-mens\">NEMO Disco<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;at 6.2 L at a comparable temperature rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you store your down sleeping bag, always put it in the large provided sack or bag about the size of a 55-gallon trash bag to prolong the life of the down and allow for full expansion while in storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC00180-e1700603866893.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC00180-e1700603866893.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-172631\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC00180-e1700603866893.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-172631\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Down backpacking sleeping bags compress down small, but pack some serious heat when you need them to; (photo\/Honey McNaughton)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">What is a good weight for a backpacking sleeping bag?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>This is largely dependent on what your needs are. For backpacking, long hikes into a campsite with just a backpack to haul your gear, the general consensus is that you will want a pack under 3 pounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultralight sleeping bags, like the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Frab-mythic-ultra-180-sleeping-bag\"><strong>Rab Mythic Ultra<\/strong> <strong>180<\/strong><\/a>, are measured in ounces, not pounds. Yet, with every ounce you sacrifice, most often you\u2019re losing material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can mean less durable materials, less size or comfort, and potentially higher prices with more advanced tech. For car camping, weight will really be a secondary concern to comfort \u2014 it\u2019s more what will fit in the trunk of your car. In that scenario, the roomy&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F215920%2Fnemo-forte-20-endless-promise-sleeping-bag-mens\">NEMO Forte<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;starts to look pretty appealing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">Should I get a down or synthetic sleeping bag?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>When it comes to warmth and packability, nothing beats down. That\u2019s not to say that synthetic options aren\u2019t warm or packable \u2014 or that someday synthetic insulation might catch up to or surpass down \u2014 but down is the hands-down winner for now. Consider the 20-degree&nbsp;<strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F241894%2Fwestern-mountaineering-alpinlite-20-sleeping-bag&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags\">Western Mountaineering AlpinLite<\/a><\/strong> <\/strong>that packs down to 5 Ls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Synthetic bags do have their place, however. By its nature, synthetic is engineered to maintain its performance characteristics when it\u2019s wet. The same cannot be said for down. While synthetic isn\u2019t quite as packable, it has come a long way in becoming a pack-friendly option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171261\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-171261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/11\/DSC05420-e1683919070888-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Enlightened Equipment&#8217;s Enigma is one of the lighter down options out there; (photo\/Honey McNaughton)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">What is the lightest backpacking sleeping bag?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>From our testing, the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags|xid:fr1725997366712bjd&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F228704%2Frei-co-op-magma-15-sleeping-bag\">REI Co-op Magma 15<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Frab-mythic-ultra-180-sleeping-bag\"><strong>Rab\u2019s Mythic Ultra<\/strong> <strong>180<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;are the lightest backpacking sleeping bags we recommend.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">Is a 20-degree bag too hot for summer?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>Warmth ratings are a guide, not a rule. The degree listed on a sleeping bag is a measure of a bag\u2019s comfort zone. Typically, a 20-degree bag will keep the average user comfortable at 20 degrees, but we all regulate heat differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many bags, like the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingsleepingbags&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F231267%2Fkelty-cosmic-20-sleeping-bag-mens\">Kelty Cosmic Down 20<\/a><\/strong>, feature dual zippers. This allows the bottom of the zipper to be opened as a vent while most of the bag stays zipped shut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you run cold, a 20-degree bag may feel too cold in 30-degree temps. If you run hot, you can get away with a 30-degree bag in 15-degree weather or below. 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