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I hate mummy sleeping bags. My first camino sleeping bag was a very lightweight Bergans with a ziplock that made me use it as a cover as well on top of my silkliner. Been with me on several caminos until I bought one antibedbugs sleeping bag which is not a mummytype, that I have carried with me but never needed.There. I said it.
I toss and turn during the night and get tangled up with the bag wrapped around my feet. I’m not proud of it.
I’m thinking of getting a new, lightweight bag for my next adventure. My trusty old rectangular bag has seen better days.
Anyone have a good resource for a rectangular/squared off sleeping bag? Lightweight, packs small, good for a spring/fall Camino?
And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
No and no. I use a rectangular or semi-rectangular bag. On the few occasions that I have had to use a mummy bag, I have been unable to easily move around during the night to get comfortable. There is a weight disadvantage, but I accept that.And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
I can't stand mummy bags either..I feel waay too constricted.There. I said it.
I toss and turn during the night and get tangled up with the bag wrapped around my feet. I’m not proud of it.
I’m thinking of getting a new, lightweight bag for my next adventure. My trusty old rectangular bag has seen better days.
Anyone have a good resource for a rectangular/squared off sleeping bag? Lightweight, packs small, good for a spring/fall Camino?
And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
Same here. I hate waking in the night having turned on my side, lying on the zipper.There. I said it.
There. I said it.
I toss and turn during the night and get tangled up with the bag wrapped around my feet. I’m not proud of it.
I’m thinking of getting a new, lightweight bag for my next adventure. My trusty old rectangular bag has seen better days.
Anyone have a good resource for a rectangular/squared off sleeping bag? Lightweight, packs small, good for a spring/fall Camino?
And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
Sea to Summit features the "Traveller" down sleeping bag, which is still reasonably light and more rectangular. Also can be opened like a blanket and is available in 2 length and 2 warmth ratings.
Personally i wouldnt use a quilt because i like something between me and the bed...
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I bought one from Alpine Outfitters, a small company in Texas. They have a website.What brand of down quilts have any of you used and recommend?
No worries, a mummy bag is not required. Any good outdoor store will have many choice...do not buy a too big bag, you will be sleeping inside. My bag is about 4 in in diameter x 7 inches when compressed.There. I said it.
I toss and turn during the night and get tangled up with the bag wrapped around my feet. I’m not proud of it.
I’m thinking of getting a new, lightweight bag for my next adventure. My trusty old rectangular bag has seen better days.
Anyone have a good resource for a rectangular/squared off sleeping bag? Lightweight, packs small, good for a spring/fall Camino?
And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
A mummy bag is not required. Any good outdoor store can show you many small, lightweight bags. Don't buy a too heavy bag, mine is 4in x 6in when compressed.There. I said it.
I toss and turn during the night and get tangled up with the bag wrapped around my feet. I’m not proud of it.
I’m thinking of getting a new, lightweight bag for my next adventure. My trusty old rectangular bag has seen better days.
Anyone have a good resource for a rectangular/squared off sleeping bag? Lightweight, packs small, good for a spring/fall Camino?
And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
That's the one I use...I love it for Caminos! Perfect for me.Something like this:
Use it as a blanket or quilt.Naturehike Lw180 Ultralight cotton Sleeping Bag
Naturehike Mini Ultralight Envelope cotton Camping outdoor Sleeping Bag. Rectangular envelope design,split joint into double sleeping bag; Lightweight breathable fabric, soft and comfortable, suitable for early summer, summer and early autumn.(Size:205 X 85 cm / 80.7*33.5 in)www.naturehike.com
My fafourite except in winter.
Me neither. Hate them. Took straight light weight sleeping bag.There. I said it.
I toss and turn during the night and get tangled up with the bag wrapped around my feet. I’m not proud of it.
I’m thinking of getting a new, lightweight bag for my next adventure. My trusty old rectangular bag has seen better days.
Anyone have a good resource for a rectangular/squared off sleeping bag? Lightweight, packs small, good for a spring/fall Camino?
And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
Enlightened Equipment Revelrion has been great. Definitely not cheap but I love my 2.What brand of down quilts have any of you used and recommend?
Temperature ratings are often the ‘you won’t die but you’ll be very uncomfortable’ measureme too rather than ‘this will be comfortable sleeping at x degrees’. I think @davebugg has talked about this before.Not all mummy bags are equally constricting. For example RAB Solar bags are wider than Vango Ultralight. I'm hoping that my RAB will suit me well on my upcoming Camino.
Also, in my experience, temperature comfort ratings are very optimisitic.
I think that might be the way I'll go as well, for my next Camino. I bought a 900 gram mummy type bag a few years ago. One of my worst purchases. I like the fact that you can use your bnag as a blanket, which is what I will probably do.I can't stand mummy bags either..I feel waay too constricted.
Here is my response to a similar thread recently;
I suggest you look at the Mont Bell range. I have the Ultralight Down Spiral Hugger which weighs under 500gms & compresses to be comfortably held in my open hand. It fully unzips to form a blanket which is how I use it...I don't like being confined in a mummy bag! The temperature grading is 10 degrees C making it ideal for summer.
Along with season, budget is another consideration...I paid $149 for mine making it the most expensive gear item I own but it has served me well.
Good luck in your search.
Tassie, I just had a look online - this bag is also a mummy type, right?I think that might be the way I'll go as well, for my next Camino. I bought a 900 gram mummy type bag a few years ago. One of my worst purchases. I like the fact that you can use your bnag as a blanket, which is what I will probably do.
You are not tho only one. I started using a quilt for backpacking a very long time ago, way before you could buy camping quilts so I made my own. There is no need for a zipped sleeping bag, just wrap a fleece blanket or quilt around you.There. I said it.
I toss and turn during the night and get tangled up with the bag wrapped around my feet. I’m not proud of it.
I’m thinking of getting a new, lightweight bag for my next adventure. My trusty old rectangular bag has seen better days.
Anyone have a good resource for a rectangular/squared off sleeping bag? Lightweight, packs small, good for a spring/fall Camino?
And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
Tassie, I just had a look online - this bag is also a mummy type, right?
I have AlpkitI bought one from Alpine Outfitters, a small company in Texas. They have a website.
You are not alone! Part of my aversion to packing a sleeping bag for my upcoming Camino next month (!) has to do with the fact that practically all of the truly "lightweight" or "packable" ones I come across are mummy style and I would much rather wear my fleece jacket to bed or even shiver all night than feel uncomfortably bound by one of them.
I will be packing a sleeping bag liner and fleece blanket (of which more elsewhere) as my sleeping solution but would be curious to know if there are indeed viable rectangular options available.
I have been looking at those in Australia - A$59. They look very thin. I will be interested in what you think.I'm with you. I just bought a NatureHike one from AliExpress. Not sure about the quality as it hasn't arrived yet, but it's lightweight and it fully unzips, so you can use it as a blanket. I believe it's adequate for warmer months. Comfort temperature is supposed to be 15℃/ 59℉. Here's the link and a review. It was U$30, so I thought it was worth a try. I'm going camping this weekend and hopefully will get to test it in colder conditions than what I believe I'll find during the Camino.
I have tried it at home and I like it Very much I use it on a daily basis as a blanket in the sofa. But… I’m short 158 cm. Eventually I bought a mummybag to be able to cuddle in a little bit more.I have been looking at those in Australia - A$59. They look very thin. I will be interested in what you think.
You can get inexpensive lightweight square sleeping bags at Walmart. I was surprised by how light and warm it was. Probably Ozark brand but not sure.There. I said it.
I toss and turn during the night and get tangled up with the bag wrapped around my feet. I’m not proud of it.
I’m thinking of getting a new, lightweight bag for my next adventure. My trusty old rectangular bag has seen better days.
Anyone have a good resource for a rectangular/squared off sleeping bag? Lightweight, packs small, good for a spring/fall Camino?
And am I the only one who can’t figure out how to sleep comfortably in a mummy? Do I need to develop a new skill set?
It just arrived yesterday. I'll probably bring it while camping this weekend, but they are indeed very thin. It packs small and light. I tried at home and felt hot after a minute but the temperature outside was 23 °C, even though it was a clouded afternoon. I have to say though, my dog loved it. I'm thinking about buying one just for herI have been looking at those in Australia - A$59. They look very thin. I will be interested in what you think.
I bought the same, based on the recommendation of a friend. How do you find it?I'm with you. I just bought a NatureHike one from AliExpress. Not sure about the quality as it hasn't arrived yet, but it's lightweight and it fully unzips, so you can use it as a blanket. I believe it's adequate for warmer months. Comfort temperature is supposed to be 15℃/ 59℉. Here's the link and a review. It was U$30, so I thought it was worth a try. I'm going camping this weekend and hopefully will get to test it in colder conditions than what I believe I'll find during the Camino.
This bug netting is ideal if you want to encase yourself and create a complete shield against bedbugs.i recommend the snugpak jungle bag. it's rectangular, it zips all the way around or just the feet, it's warm, it's lightweight, and it even has bug netting which is optional that you can zip onto its hood if you end up sleeping outside.
I froze my butt off with a sleeping bag liner during April and May last year- even wearing sll my clothes and jackets. many pilgrims like to sleep with the windows open no matter what! The snug pack is only about 60 bucks on Amazon. it's a great deal!
Yes. That shape bag is, where I am from, a mummy sleeping bag. I guess the shape looks like an Egyptian mummy coffin?I do not understand what you call a mummy sleeping bag ?
I am using this one:
It is quite light (410g) and sufficient to sleep outside in summer, and inside in winter with a silk liner....AIR PREMIUM - Boutique Lestra Outdoor
Ultra léger, ultra compressible, AIR PREMIUM est un sac pour les randonneurs avides de légèreté qui recherchent avant tout l'efficacité. Son isolation due à un duvet avec un pouvoir gonflant de 800 Cuin est exceptionnelle pour un sac aussi léger ! Le sac idéal pour la randonnée estivale. 14˚C...www.lestra-outdoor.fr
I will find the sleeping bags of my dreams!!
It actually surprised me. Sleeping bag noise generally bothers me a bit, but maybe because this one is thinner than I'm used to, it wasn't that bad. I tried it in 17℃ weather and it was warm, too warm even. I had to keep pushing it off my leg to get some cold air. Overall, I think it will be fine for spring, but way too warm for summer.I bought the same, based on the recommendation of a friend. How do you find it?
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