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Yes, between May and September that really is all the sleeping bag one needs on the Camino when staying in albergues, and at times during the warmer months you may actually be sleeping on top of it and not in it. I have done that more times than I can remember.Arpenaz 20° Basic Camping Sleeping Bag - Decathlon
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Good adviceYes, between May and September that really is all the sleeping bag one needs on the Camino when staying in albergues, and at times during the warmer months you may actually be sleeping on top of it and not in it. I have done that more times than I can remember.
I'm beginning my Camino mid-May. I have a 3 season sleeping bag that packs pretty big and heavy. Fine for bicycle camping by I'd prefer not to carry it in a backpack. I visited REI and was completely lost by the types, options, etc. As this is my first Camino, I really don't know what the sleeping situations/weather/climate would require at this time of the year. I'm not planning on outdoor camping. I've seen debates here about liners vs bags and other suggestions. The REI guy seemed to divide the bags by temp. 40F, 55F, etc. So my question. Considering the dates of my walk May-June, do I need a Sleeping bag, and if so, viable for what temps? I might add, my body has always run hot. Suggestions?
I'm beginning my Camino mid-May. I have a 3 season sleeping bag that packs pretty big and heavy. Fine for bicycle camping by I'd prefer not to carry it in a backpack. I visited REI and was completely lost by the types, options, etc. As this is my first Camino, I really don't know what the sleeping situations/weather/climate would require at this time of the year. I'm not planning on outdoor camping. I've seen debates here about liners vs bags and other suggestions. The REI guy seemed to divide the bags by temp. 40F, 55F, etc. So my question. Considering the dates of my walk May-June, do I need a Sleeping bag, and if so, viable for what temps? I might add, my body has always run hot. Suggestions?
Sounds like the same bag I bought to take with me for June doing Leon to SdC. It was very inexpensive, light, and being a cold sleeper I will just rely on using blankets also or wearing extra layers to bed. Fingers crossed!I'll be traveling in September/October.
When visiting Australia recently, my parents went to a Decathlon store, and brought some 20 degree celcius sleeping bags. Will be okay for staying in hostels, cheap, and quite compact (perhaps I might get a compression bag for it). Paired with warm clothing and/or a lightweight sleeping bag liner, it might be a good choice.
I'm currently on the Camino Frances and have been using only a fleece liner from Sea to Summit. Has been fine as all the albergues have been heated and also provide blankets if neededI'm beginning my Camino mid-May. I have a 3 season sleeping bag that packs pretty big and heavy. Fine for bicycle camping by I'd prefer not to carry it in a backpack. I visited REI and was completely lost by the types, options, etc. As this is my first Camino, I really don't know what the sleeping situations/weather/climate would require at this time of the year. I'm not planning on outdoor camping. I've seen debates here about liners vs bags and other suggestions. The REI guy seemed to divide the bags by temp. 40F, 55F, etc. So my question. Considering the dates of my walk May-June, do I need a Sleeping bag, and if so, viable for what temps? I might add, my body has always run hot. Suggestions?
Depends on when you walk. I did Norte-Primitivo mid-June to early July. Had a 1 pound down bag. Too warm. Were I to do it over, I would look at sleeping bag liners. They weight 4-8 ounces depending on warmth. I would have it treated with permethrin before leaving as an anti-bed bug measure: https://www.insectshield.com/ISYOC.aspx You may not run into bed bugs, but if you do and they get in your stuff, life on the road will be hell until you get rid of them.I'm beginning my Camino mid-May. I have a 3 season sleeping bag that packs pretty big and heavy. Fine for bicycle camping by I'd prefer not to carry it in a backpack. I visited REI and was completely lost by the types, options, etc. As this is my first Camino, I really don't know what the sleeping situations/weather/climate would require at this time of the year. I'm not planning on outdoor camping. I've seen debates here about liners vs bags and other suggestions. The REI guy seemed to divide the bags by temp. 40F, 55F, etc. So my question. Considering the dates of my walk May-June, do I need a Sleeping bag, and if so, viable for what temps? I might add, my body has always run hot. Suggestions?
Let me start by being adamant about one thing - you won't need a three season bag.
I have carried a +5 deg C down bag in mid to late spring in 2010, 2014 and 2016. Each time, more places had blankets, and in 2016 I left in early May, so it was quite a bit warmer than leaving in late March. I needed to use the bag less than on the previous two occasions, often just opening it out an using it as a throw and sleeping in my liner. I would still take the bag for a spring walk, but would reconsider it if I started after mid-Jun for a summer walk.
I use a semi-rectangular bag. It is not the lightest, but I don't find the somewhat lighter mummy style bags comfortable, so I carry the extra weight. If you haven't used a mummy bag, see if you can try one out and make your own assessment.
Otherwise, I am with @RJM on this - find a light summer weight bag.
I used a very light Sea to Summit. I also had a silk liner.I'm beginning my Camino mid-May. I have a 3 season sleeping bag that packs pretty big and heavy. Fine for bicycle camping by I'd prefer not to carry it in a backpack. I visited REI and was completely lost by the types, options, etc. As this is my first Camino, I really don't know what the sleeping situations/weather/climate would require at this time of the year. I'm not planning on outdoor camping. I've seen debates here about liners vs bags and other suggestions. The REI guy seemed to divide the bags by temp. 40F, 55F, etc. So my question. Considering the dates of my walk May-June, do I need a Sleeping bag, and if so, viable for what temps? I might add, my body has always run hot. Suggestions?
I saw the claim that this was a 3-season bag and was thinking 'no, no, no ....'. But reading the specs it's similar to the +5 deg C bag I use. If you are comfortable with a mummy bag, this would be a good option in my opinion. The 3-season claim might just be advertising hyperbole!!I'll say it again:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BYZP96P/?tag=casaivar02-20
Looks like the price went up, was 60 last September, but guess that's the way things go. Packs down really small & weighs a pound. I used it more as a quilt than a sleeping bag, stuck my usually cold feet in the pocket, and was able to adjust the covering of my upper half according to how warm/cold I felt during the night.
@dougfitzI saw the claim that this was a 3-season bag and was thinking 'no, no, no ....'. But reading the specs it's similar to the +5 deg C bag I use. If you are comfortable with a mummy bag, this would be a good option in my opinion. The 3-season claim might just be advertising hyperbole!!
Thanks @gerip for sharing. I must have missed your earlier post on this, and now cannot see it in the thread. Has it been removed?
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