Re: [Paddlewise] Slumberjack 30F and 40F sleeping bags

From: <Rcgibbert_at_aol.com>
Date: Wed, 25 Feb 2004 20:01:22 EST
In a message dated 2/25/2004 1:51:19 PM Pacific Standard Time, al.m_at_3web.net 
writes:


> Both are less than 3 lb, very compact, I like that (6"*16", probably not
> completely compressed). Insulation is Thermolite (better than Hollofill, 
> worse
> than Polarguard classic).  For some reason Tour Lite 40F is listed at Campmor
> as "rectangular" (?) though I don't see any difference from Super Guide 30F
> except for single-layer insulation.

Doesn't 3 pounds for a bag, synthetic or not, with a 35-40 degree F rating 
sound heavy and bulky? When I peruse my Backpacker magazine annual gear round up 
issue I have found many lighter than that by a pound or so. Check out Marmot 
or Northface. A syn bag in the 35 degree category usually comes in around 2 
pounds and still around a hundred bucks. It might be a good idea to check out 
that annual issue to key in on what may be the best weight/temp cost value.

Cheers,
Rob G
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