How to choose a sleeping bag - What to bring camping

How to choose a sleeping bag

A good sleeping bag is essential for the nights in outdoor adventure. The padding, shape, lining, seams and zipper type can make a big difference. We will examine the different forms of sleeping bags and characteristics that make you have a good night.

Step 1: Ask yourself the following questions before you buy a sleeping bag:

Where do you go camping?
What will the temperature be?
Does your bag may get wet?
Do you attach two sleeping bags together?

Step 2: Let’s consider these options

Rectangular sleeping bags are the most versatile models perfect for family camping. They are large and comfortable. They may serve as cover or quilt when they are open and can be tied together using the zipper.

The mummy sleeping bags are warmer and lighter than rectangular and tapered bags and generally have a cap. They wrap the body and move less when you are in it. Perfect for seasoned campers who might face extreme temperatures. These bags are often more compressible and less bulky than the other.

Barrels and hybrid bags are narrow at the feet and wider in the middle. They offer the warmth of a mummy bag and space of a rectangular bag.

Step 3: Température

Most sleeping bags are provided with a temperature rating that will help you choose the sleeping bag for you.

Above 6 ° C (42 ° F)

Suitable for camping in the summer and use in an RV or inside.

0 ° to 5 ° C (32 ° to 41 ° F)

Suitable for camping in spring and summer, hiking in an RV or inside.

-1 ° to -5 ° C (23 ° to 31 ° F)

Suitable for camping in spring, autumn or winter.

Below -6 ° C (22 ° F)

Suitable for camping in autumn and winter. For bags for very cold temperatures, consult a staff member.

Step 4: To understand Large vocabulary on sleeping bags

Casing

Most sleeping bags have an outer shell of polyester. On some sleeping bags, it is thick cotton which makes them more resistant but also more bulky and heavy.

Interior Lining

The low prices bags often have a similar polyester lining to the outer shell which is lighter and cooler against the skin, or resistant cotton flannel, warm and comfortable.

Beads weather-stripping

Sleeping bags upscale cooler temperature rating often have weatherstripping bead along the zipper protects against drafts that might seep through the zipper.

Dive Style

The inner lining is sewn to the outer shell to hold the pad in place. The disadvantage of this type of fashion is that there is no padding along the stitching lines, which can create poorly insulated locations.

Shifted dive style

We find this style on most high-end sleeping bags; it offers the advantages of the dive style with a double layer of insulation. Each layer is sewn to the outer shell with an offset dive. Sewing therefore not through the entire bag and eliminates cold spots.

Zippered Vents

Some sleeping bags have zippered vents on the sides or near the feet to adjust the temperature and allow air circulation.