Vertical baffles over the chest section ensure the down insulation cannot migrate or shift to the outside of the bag during sleep, thus avoiding cold spots. The generous filling of the Ascent is Ultra Dry Down 750+ Loft, RDS 90/10 Premium Duck Down, and the shape sits in between a narrow mummy and a rectangular sleeping bag, allowing a bit more wiggle room and for the bag to function as a quilt, and making this a good choice for side sleepers who need that bit more room. This 3-season soft down-stuffed bag stands out for its triple zip system, which allows you to unzip the bag around the torso and free your arms to cool down (or sit and make a cup of tea in the door of your tent on chilly mornings), fold the top of the bag down like a blanket or open up the bag fully into a quilt (ideal if you’re not sure if quilt-only camping is for you yet). Down Sleeping bags are known for their excellent compressibility so if lightweight pack size is an imperative then a down sleeping bag is best.Down bags require careful treatment and need to be kept dry For thicker sleeping bags a compression sack can reduce the volume of your packed bag. This is generally not an important factor for family campers, however, if you are backpacking or just travelling light, and need your sleeping bag to attach to your rucksack for long periods of time, it's worth noting the pack size (how small the sleeping bag is when packed away) and the weight. It's also worth knowing depending on which side you normally sleep on it’s better to the keep the zip at your back rather than your front for added comfort. Simply remember Left Hand Zip for Right Handed People, Right Hand Zip for Left-Handed People. While this may seem a trivial feature, it's actually quite awkward to zip up a sleeping bag if the zip is on the wrong side. You may notice that some sleeping bags will mention whether they have a left hand or right-hand zip. If you use a sleeping bag in the extreme temperature range it’s going to be a dangerous night’s sleep. Do not fall under the impression that you’ll be fine because the extreme temperature says you will. Everybody sleeps differently, and the difference between men's and women's body temperatures at night can be quite significant. Extreme ratings are a measure of survival temperature, but this is purely a guide. If you find that you're more susceptible to the cold, choose a higher comfort rating. Sleeping bags generally offer a comfort, limit and extreme rating. 4+ Season Sleeping Bags - These sleeping bags, also known as expedition bags are for high mountain use and for extreme cold temperaturesĬomfort ratings offer the best chance of being able to judge if a sleeping bag is right for your own personal body temperature.4 Season Sleeping Bags - Thick bags, often down insulated 4 season sleeping bags are made for use in winter when temperatures can drop below zero.These bags are generally the sort of sleeping bag recommended for school trips and expeditions such as DofE 3 Season Sleeping Bags - For use in early spring to late autumn, and perhaps a mild winter evening.2 Season Sleeping Bags - Ideal for use in late spring to early autumn, your typical family camping sleeping bag. 1 Season Sleeping Bags - Lightweight, compact and ideal for use in hot summer months (June-August) or when camping abroad in hotter countries.Most sleeping bags are rated by season to help buy the right sleeping bag for the time of year you are camping. We'd recommend comparing different sleeping bags' season and comfort ratings, which can give you a great indication of when the bag should be used, and what sort of temperatures you will find most comfortable when sleeping. When choosing your sleeping bag, consider what time of year you're heading out camping and whether or not you're more susceptible to the cold. What else to consider when buying a sleeping bag
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