Sleeping Bags

[Humbertico]

My wife and I are doing the CF in Sept and Oct. I am confused and getting mixed singles on weather to bring sleeping bag or liner? Really would appreciate helpful tips. Thank you Peregrinos!

 

[Stephen]

My wife and I are doing the CF in Sept and Oct. I am confused and getting mixed singles on weather to bring sleeping bag or liner? Really would appreciate helpful tips. Thank you Peregrinos!

In late September-October a liner wouldn't be enough. Most albergues don't provide blankets. You'll need sleeping bags.

 

[Humbertico]

In late September-October a liner wouldn't be enough. Most albergues don't provide blankets. You'll need sleeping bags.

Gracias Pergrio!

 

[spagirl]

Me too!
I realize that it is a personal choice based on how warm you like to sleep but those ultralight sleeping bags are pretty pricey!

 

[Peter Fransiscus]

Gracias Pergrio!

Hi Humbertico , you forget the letter L in your threads name .

Wish you well and a Buen Camino . Peter .

 

[spagirl]

Seeping bags.....for you wet stuff!

 

[RJM]

For me a liner would be enough, for others, no.
If I did bring a sleeping bag it would have to weigh about or less than 680 grams (24 ounces), but I wouldn't ever spend more that about 80 euros for one unless I planned on using it all the time.
All the times I have been on the Camino, not once did I see a sleeping bag liner discarded at an albergue. I did see a few sleeping bags, though.

 

[C clearly]

those ultralight sleeping bags are pretty pricey!

Yes. Synthetic bags are cheaper than down. Synthetic rectangular bags don't come much under 900 g, although mummy style may be as low as 600 g.

I have always carried a 900 g synthetic bag. This year I will take a cheap Costco down quilt, folded over with a zipper to create a 500 g sleeping bag.

 

[spagirl]

Saw this bag on Amazon " Nature Hike" mini ultralight with a compression sack. $ 22 bucks. decent reviews on you tube. 700 grams, Nylon outer / Cotton lining. 190 cm x 75 cm. rectangle shape. Temperature rated for summer. Cant beat the price. Any one tried it?

 

[truthseeker]

Yes. Synthetic bags are cheaper than down. Synthetic rectangular bags don't come much under 900 g, although mummy style may be as low as 600 g.

I have always carried a 900 g synthetic bag. This year I will take a cheap Costco down quilt, folded over with a zipper to create a 500 g sleeping bag.

I looked at Costco online and did not find any "down quilts" -- what do they call them? The down comforters are certainly not cheap (over $60). Am I searching the wrong word? Also, how much do they weigh? The website does not give any specs other than "twin", "full", "queen", etc.

 

[RJM]

Saw this bag on Amazon " Nature Hike" mini ultralight with a compression sack. $ 22 bucks. decent reviews on you tube. 700 grams, Nylon outer / Cotton lining. 190 cm x 75 cm. rectangle shape. Temperature rated for summer. Cant beat the price. Any one tried it?

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I bought one of these, had it sewn up approx 3/4 of the way up, into a bag. Looks like it will work well on my next Camino and only weighs about 500 grams. Don't know if they sell single ones, but still for two a good price.
https://www.costco.com/Double-Black-Diamond-Packable-Down-Throw-2-pack.product.100314979.html

 

[bmcbride]

This is one of those decisions (socks, footwear, which backpack and how large being others) where the opinions will be all over the map. The weather will change dramatically from start to finish. I started in September in short sleeves, shorts, and a sunhat. By Galicia, I was wearing a toque and mitts, and an insulated jacket, in the mornings, and by Santiago I had full rain gear on. I took a sleeping bag, in 2014, and only used it a few times. Last year, I took only my silk liner (but I was travelling in July and August) and I found that blankets were available in almost every albergue - once I had to ask for one because they were put away in a cupboard. This year I am planning on taking the Costco throw, which I will sew or button along the bottom to create a pocket, and my silk liner.

 

[RJM]

I looked at Costco online and did not find any "down quilts" -- what do they call them? The down comforters are certainly not cheap (over $60). Am I searching the wrong word? Also, how much do they weigh? The website does not give any specs other than "twin", "full", "queen", etc.

https://www.costco.com/Double-Black-Diamond-Packable-Down-Throw-2-pack.product.100314979.html

 

[C clearly]

I looked at Costco online and did not find any "down quilts" -- what do they call them? The down comforters are certainly not cheap (over $60). Am I searching the wrong word? Also, how much do they weigh? The website does not give any specs other than "twin", "full", "queen", etc.

Some others have given the link to the product. I am in Canada, where they sometimes show up in the camping section of the Costco stores, as one comforter in a bag, under the Eddie Bauer name. A friend bought mine for me.

 

[Pong]

As many have said, this is a very personal choice and varies on how people sleep (hot, or cold), the budget, and what they value. I am a very cold sleeper, and on two caminos (both April-May) brought a sleeping bag "rated" for 35F. No place I slept was that cold! I used this inside albergues, and even hotels and rarely was I too warm, but again I sleep very cold. I would rather skimp on something else than leave my sleeping bag behind because I highly value and need warmth and do not want to take a chance on the albergues having enough blankets for me. Do you need several blankets on the bed at home when it is cold and your room is cool? or do you sleep with just a sheet over you no matter how cold? The answer should guide you as to what is best for you. Also, what is best for you may be different for your wife. I don't know where you live, but some gear shops have used goods on consignment. If you need a bag and the budget is a concern, don't overlook this option, or perhaps check ebay or craig's list (in the states). Good luck with this decision, and Buen Camino!

 

[hotelmedicis]

I walked in July thinking that Spain would be hot and my fleece sleeping bag liner would be enough. Boy was I wrong. With elevations frequently at 800 or more meters, the nights were cold. If you want the guarantee of a warm night's sleep then find a lightweight down bag or quilt such as one made by Enlightened Equipment or the Sea to Summit Traveler. Western Mountaineering and ZPacks also make excellent down bags and quilts.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

Saw this bag on Amazon " Nature Hike" mini ultralight with a compression sack. $ 22 bucks. decent reviews on you tube. 700 grams, Nylon outer / Cotton lining. 190 cm x 75 cm. rectangle shape. Temperature rated for summer. Cant beat the price. Any one tried it?

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Yes, I have this exact bag and love it. I have used it on 3 Caminos, all in April/May and it was perfect for my needs. I am a female of average height and weight. I would be a little concerned for a larger person as it would possibly feel more constrictive like a mummy bag as it is not overly wide. It can be unzipped and used as a blanket though.

 

[Americanperegrino]

https://enlightenedequipment.com/revelation/

This is the "bag" I used for Sept/Oct. I got the 40 deg F quilt. It is extremely light weight and IMO the highest quality quilt made. Many Albergues and hotels DO NOT heat the rooms. So, when it's cold out you will get a chill while walking. You may be damp or wet at the end of the day and sleeping cold makes things miserable. Do yourself a favor and invest in a warm down quilt or bag.