Re: [Paddlewise] Down VS Synthetic

From: Dan Williams <Danjw_at_charter.net>
Date: Wed, 24 Sep 2003 15:04:07 -0500
I've looked at this bag, which might fill the bill as a summer weight bag.
http://www.northernmountain.com/pgi-ProductSpec?524033

Among it's features are a "pocket" in the bottom of the bag which holds a
thermarest pad or air mattress. If you're one of those toss and turn
sleepers, like me, you find yourself constantly trying to stay on your pad
when you turn over. There is also a "pocket" which holds a camp pillow in
place, if you are one who is always losing track of your headrest.

I now use a pretty heavyweight down bag which has performed well ( never
been unfortunate enough to get it wet - the advice about a compression dry
bag is good advice). I sometimes find the down bag to be overkill on summer
nights, which is why I'm considering a summer weight bag - I like the idea
that it can also be used as an over bag to add warmth to a 3 season bag.
Good luck.

            Dan




> On 24 Sep 2003 at 8:45, jfarrelly5_at_comcast.net wrote:
>
> > Does this sound like the way to go in such a relatively warm climate?
> > Typical nights are 55F with a few in the low 30'sF
>

>
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