Archive for the sleeping bags Category


Why Should You Use Extra Large Sleeping Bags?

By on Tuesday, February 19th, 2013 | No Comments

I am over 6 feet tall and there are times that I really need an extra large sleeping bag.  I like to spread out and be comfortable.  I don’t want to be restricted by a small sleeping bag.  Forget mummy bags if you like to move around clutch a pillow or a teddy bear.  While [...]

Read More...

Light Weight Down Sleeping

By on Sunday, February 3rd, 2013 | No Comments

My lightweight Western Mountaineering sleeping bag finally gave up after being used relentlessly for 25 years years.  It weighed under 3 pounds and has served me well.  I probably paid $400 for the bag.  Considering how many years that I used the bag, that is dirt cheap.  A replacement Western Mountaineering bag is going to [...]

Read More...

How To Choose A Light Weight Sleeping Bag

By on Friday, September 30th, 2011 | No Comments

When looking for a light weight sleeping bag for camping, beware of all the marketing hype.  When you read some of the ads and descriptions, you almost believe that you would never need to purchase a tent or any shelter because the bag will do everything for you.  Stand in front of a mirror and [...]

Read More...

The Key To Finding A Sleeping Bag That Keeps You Warm

By on Saturday, September 3rd, 2011 | Comments Off

I want to be point blank with you and tell you that in order to get a good night’s rest while camping you need a high quality sleeping bag, outstanding sleeping pad or air mattress, and a shelter that keeps the elements of nature locked outside. In my 40 plus years of camping I have [...]

Read More...

Double Sleeping Bag

By on Monday, May 23rd, 2011 | Comments Off

If you’re the type of camper that gets cold in the middle of a night, you may want to consider a double sleeping bag. There are two varieties of double sleeping bags. The first variety is two single bags that can be zipped together to make one bag. The other type is one single bag [...]

Read More...