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Ironheadziggy76
10-07-2008, 11:46 AM
Dang, now I'm going to have to buy another sleeping bag for summer. I just hate that! :p I tried out my Marmot 15 degree bag last weekend in high 30's and low 40's and it worked very well. Too well really! :eek: I am looking for something that packs small and will work for cool summer nights. I am considering one from REI.

http://www.rei.com/product/731835

Or maybe this down one from Campmor, it packs down very small.

http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___44243

Or I could go with one of the fleece bags from Tex Sport at the local Rural King for $9.99, but I have my doubts about it being warm enough for 50 degrees as it's rated. Can't beat the price, even if I have to use it as a liner for one of the other summer bags.

Tell me what you all think, opinions, what has worked for you, etc.

Black and Blue
10-07-2008, 12:16 PM
The fleece bag works well for about 50 degrees temp. I tried one and it works. But anything under that, you might need additional blanket. I also have a bag that's rated for 10 degrees and it is too hot for summer use:eek: I was planning to sleep on top of it for extra padding and use a poncho liner for cover. I'm in the market for one that fits in the warm weather range, so let me know what you find out. I'm in no hurry now since our weather has cooled down dramatically. My S/O has one from LL Bean that is rated for about 30 degrees and she likes it because it packs well and its down filled. I can't use it because it is too small for my 48 inch shoulder/chest girth.

Chief
10-07-2008, 12:52 PM
I have a Big Agnes 40 degree Park series that's really nice and comfy.

Capt_Gruuvy
10-13-2008, 01:20 PM
I have a fleece bag. $9.99 at the surplus store. Works great. Use it as a liner also. Packs small.

Ironheadziggy76
10-14-2008, 09:21 PM
I was looking at the BA site and they have a 50 degree bag that packs down to I think 5"x6" or 6"x7". Man that is small, and the air mattress they have is about the same size.