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Thank you -I did read the reviews as with anything I buy that has some substantial cost. Reviews are subjective of course But I noticed that most of the reviews was for the lighter 530gr bag which has a lesser rating... so I try to do my researchi found it on Amazon France as well. it has some very mixed reviews. I think you need to be sure it's easy to return.
I looked at this one but could not get past the price tag and I can’t deal with the toe boxI carry an Enlightened Equipment Revelation 40 (14.83 oz,. 420.42 gr.). It is not inexpensive, but it is one of the best pieces of gear I have ever bought.
Yeah the price tag is a rub. The Revelation opens up into a flat quilt. The footbox has a 20” zipper and shock cord combination for a totally adjustable closure BUT you do not have to zip it up and cinch the bottom with the shock cord. The footbox gives you the option of creating a quasi sleeping bag.I looked at this one but could not get past the price tag and I can’t deal with the toe box
but it looks like a great option for others looking to go lighter
Natural down bags and quilts are good things. They loft up to provide a layer of comfort/warmth and are generally lighter than their synthetic equivalents. The brand of the original posted sleeping bag is known for adequate quality and less expensive knockoffs, but be wary of the claims for max/min temperatures, being waterproof, (more like water resistant), etc.
Definitely not winter bags and even for cooler spring or fall days, may be a stretch. That said, if you use a down bag you should use a sleeping liner too which adds warmth to the bag, but more importantly keeps the inside of the bag clean and reduces the body oil, sweat etc. from reaching the down. On warmer days just sleep in the sleep sack on top of the down bag.
Down can be a "big downer" (sorry about that one) when it gets wet. Takes forever to dry, smells, can mildew, and adds significant weight, aside from sleeping in something wet. So protect the bag from getting wet in the backpack or keeping it off the wet ground is really important. The jury is out whether packing in a waterproof compression sack or lining the backpack with a trash bag are the best options to protect the bag; depends on the circumstance or preference. Just don't rely on a backpack rain cover or poncho to keep the backpack contents dry... as in pouring rain, down bags which are typically at the bottom of the pack always seems to attract water when using that approach and act like a sponge.
I have way too much gear, but if ever asked a preference, my down winter bags is a Big Agnes (Summit Park.. might be discontinued), because it is big, warm, durable and have a pocket on the bottom to insert a sleeping pad but reduce weight by removing the layer of down on the bottom. Not cheap but also not crazy expensive. Still a bit heavy though, so outside of winter months and not winter camping, when doing a camino or long hikes I prefer my Sea to summit (Trek Series - TKII) down bag. Great features, fairly light and high quality kit with ample room if you are claustrophobic in typical mummy bags. I use a silk liner with both bags.
I like the fact you can open it but I think It was the price along the tapered bottom is what I did not like. Other than this It looks a good sleeping bag/quiltYeah the price tag is a rub. The Revelation opens up into a flat quilt. The footbox has a 20” zipper and shock cord combination for a totally adjustable closure BUT you do not have to zip it up and cinch the bottom with the shock cord. The footbox gives you the option of creating a quasi sleeping bag.
I leave mine flat like a quilt, and place it inside my rectangular silk liner. I can pull it over me if I am cold or just push it to the side. The quilt is so light and slick that it could easily end up on the floor during the night.
SJPDP to Santiago, 35 days, this bag served me well and was going to use it this year, Lisbon to Santiago. But COVID has delayed my plans. All I needed for evenings in alburges. $30 on line.For all those interested I just found this lightweight down sleep sack /unzip to use as a blanket not ultra cheap but reasonable on Amazon for $129 USD
The Xlarge size is Rated at 23F- 32F ( -5C-+1C) and weight is 1.74lbs (789gr)
Smaller size 1.28lbs (530gr) has less warmth but also is less expensive $90 USD
(sorry updated I had to remove the amazon link). See below or just search on amazon for “naturehike down quilt”
Updated to include manufacture website
Sleeping bag
Naturehike is eager to enhance our customer's outdoor experience with an innovative design and a reliable quality. Naturehike has gained a solid international reputation for its hiking, climbing, backpacking, camping gear, and travel accessories from numerous customers. It is also famous for its...www.naturehike.com
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So good to hear. Thank you so much for your input ! Was that correct $30 ?SJPDP to Santiago, 35 days, this bag served me well and was going to use it this year, Lisbon to Santiago. But COVID has delayed my plans. All I needed for evenings in alburges. $30 on line.
These are so so so good.I carry an Enlightened Equipment Revelation 40 (14.83 oz,. 420.42 gr.). It is not inexpensive, but it is one of the best pieces of gear I have ever bought.
RRat, I cannot tell the brand of this sleeping bag--are you saying it is the naturehike bag Iriebabel mentioned but you found it for only $30??SJPDP to Santiago, 35 days, this bag served me well and was going to use it this year, Lisbon to Santiago. But COVID has delayed my plans. All I needed for evenings in alburges. $30 on line.
I'm assuming you're staying indoors and not camping out. My Camino was Sept/Oct. My bag as more than warm enough 99 percent of the time. There were always blankets available and I would grab one just in case but really didn't need it.So good to hear. Thank you so much for your input ! Was that correct $30 ?Was that the XL for lower temps?
update : looks like the XL(warmer) is on sale on the manufacture website $116 normally priced at $145usd cheaper than on amazon (usa) $129.
thank you for your post , you confirmed what I needed to know about this quilt/bagI'm assuming you're staying indoors and not camping out. My Camino was Sept/Oct. My bag as more than warm enough 99 percent of the time. There were always blankets available and I would grab one just in case but really didn't need it.
I'm assuming you're staying indoors and not camping out. My Camino was Sept/Oct. My bag as more than warm enough 99 percent of the time. There were always blankets available and I would grab one just in case but really didn't need it.
Looks like the XL bag I referred to in the original post Not sure about the $30 but the manufacturer has it on sale at the moment for $116 see post#12RRat, I cannot tell the brand of this sleeping bag--are you saying it is the naturehike bag Iriebabel mentioned but you found it for only $30??
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