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MontBell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 Sleeping Bag: 25 Degree Down

MontBell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 Sleeping Bag: 25 Degree Down

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MontBell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 Sleeping Bag: 25 Degree Down

The MontBell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 25 Degree Down Sleeping Bag provides warmth in sub-freezing temps at an incredibly low 1lb 12oz. Though it weighs less than your 1L bottle of water, this 800-fill down sleeping bag uses stretch stitching to hug your body and eliminate dead air space. Multi-Box baffle construction ensures the Super Stretch Hugger Sleeping Bag has no cold spots, and its bottom eight-inch baffle seals to fit smaller users. This down mummy bag's warmth to weight ratio make it ideal for three season backpacking or rock climbing trips.

Bottom Line: A three-season sleeping bag that weights less than a full water bottle? It's called the MontBell Super Stretch Hugger #2.

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Rating for this product: 5

Fantastic

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September 19, 2009

My husband and I just finished a 230 mile hike in the high Sierras and we both carried this bag. It was fantastic. Not only did they keep us warm but we could move around freely like I've never done in a "mummy" bag. We absolutely love these bags.

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I know MB runs a tight margin on their sizes, but I've gotta

I know MB runs a tight margin on their sizes, but I've gotta ask anyway: 5'11" slim / athletic build -- can I get away with a regular length Super Stretch bag, or would I need a long? Thanks for any advice.

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October 4, 2009

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That's what I was afraid of, thank you!

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October 14, 2009

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The MontBell sleeping bags do run a little smaller & you're right in the area of the long size. If it was any other manufacturer I would suggest the regular. In my opinion, it would be better to have slightly more sleeping bag than not enough. You don't want sleep cramped if you don't have to.

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October 7, 2009

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Montbell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 Sleeping Bag

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May 30, 2007

This is my second Montbell Super Stretch Hugger down sleeping bag. I love these things. They compress down to the size of a Nalgene bottle, weigh next to nothing, and are of the highest quality. In addition to this, the "Super Stretch" feature of these bags is awesome. I get claustrophobic in standard mummy bags and definitely don't have that problem in the Montbell bags. I can stretch, spread my feet apart, move around and the bag lets me do it all. Long story short...they are a few bucks more than other brands out there, but WORTH EVERY PENNY.

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I'm 6'4". It seems the regular does indeed only

I'm 6'4". It seems the regular does indeed only go up to 5'10", which makes me think that the 6'4" maximum on the long is accurate. Are there any 6'4"-ish people out there with the long size? If so, how's the fit?

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June 1, 2009

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I'm six foot tall. I have the long. It just fits me.

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July 24, 2009

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If the 5'10" is accurate, why wouldn't the 6'4" be also? In the very worst situation you get it and it doesn't work you ship it back and get your money refunded. My thruhiking buddy had the long and when he would dry it out over a door the bag looked monstrously long. This leads me to believe that this will work for you just great.

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June 1, 2009

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My #2 UL Montbell Bag

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October 4, 2009

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October 4, 2009

Love that bag.

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December 3, 2009

I am curious, where was this picture taken?

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Rating for this product: 5

U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 Sleeping Bag: 25 Degree Down

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November 27, 2007

I bought this sleeping bag because of it's light weight and all of the good things I've heard about it. When it arrived the first thing I did was to pack it into the included stuff sack and weigh it. Sure enough it weighed 1 pound 12 ounces, just as advertised, on my small, mechanical, postage scale. While I didn't use a ruler to measure the stuffed size I'm guessing that it's about 6 inches by 14 inches. The material it's made of is soft and comfortable making using this bag a pleasure. So far I've used it 3 times and been plenty warm. The night time temperatures were in the mid 30s the first time and the mid 20s the last 2 times. I wore a tee shirt and very light weight long underwear in each case and was plenty warm even though one of the colder nights was in an open shelter along the Appalachian Trail. The regular length bag is for people to 5"10" tall and you can believe that. That's how tall I am and I can't imagine anyone taller using a regular length. The stretch feature is great and makes for a good night's sleep for someone who moves as much as I do in their sleep. Next I'll try it in even colder temperatures.

So, if you're looking for a light weight bag, that compresses small, and keeps you warm down to it's rating, this may be the bag for you.

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Write your question here...doesent these bags come with dwr water

Write your question here...doesent these bags come with dwr water protection and can you water proof these bags

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May 19, 2009

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Yes it comes pre-treated with DWR. You could easily re-waterproof it with that Nikwax spray on.

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May 19, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

great bag

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November 7, 2008

I'm a sprawler and this has been the perfect bag for me. Temp rating has felt accurate, although I haven't taken it all the way down to its rated temp yet. Because of the stretch feature I'm sure I could easily wear a lot of extra layers without compressing insulation. Mine weighed exactly what Montbell claimed which is a bit surprising. The shell material feels very fragile but has held up well thus far. My only complaints are that the zipper sometimes gets caught on the shell if you aren't careful, not a big deal and a common problem with bags. I wouldn't hesitate to buy this exact same bag if my existing one was lost or damaged, and I doubt I will ever buy any bag that doesn't have the super stretch feature.

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Will my feet be too cold in a long bag with the baffle cinched

Will my feet be too cold in a long bag with the baffle cinched closed?

I am 5' 41/2" tall and am considering purchasing this bag in long .... because I need the girth or shoulder room. I get so claustrophobic that I have been unable to find a sleeping bag .........

I purchased the UL 15 degree bag in regular. The face hole or space is too confining for me .. even when opened up completely and unzipped the edges dig into my back or neck when I turn over. ... my husband has the 25 degree UL long and I loved being in his bag. Yes, I am a little princes.... but still love the outdoors.

My big concern is my feet being cold in a long bag. I understand that the bottom baffle can be closed off ... but will my feet still be warm as in a regular bag? Am I missing something else?

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April 27, 2009

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If you're dead set on this bag then you can do a few things. Cinch the lower baffle closed. If that does not help another trick is to fill a nalgene bottle with boiling water and toss it in the foot area, your feet will be nice and warm all night. You can also toss a couple of toe or hand warmers down there.

Also, to keep you feet warm wear a hat and to keep your head warm wear merino wool socks.

If you can look at other sleeping bags perhaps a child size bag will work for you? I have a few female friends roughly your size and shorter and I got them children sized (but name brand) sleeping bags. OR I let them use my Mountain Hardwear flip which has about 24" of zipper on the non full length zipper side, thus effectively making the bag shorter. Not many sleeping bags have this feature, so you might also want to look into ones that do.

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May 13, 2009

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MontBell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2

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July 7, 2009

MontBell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 inside my tarptent after a night's rest in the Ruby Mountains, Nevada. 7/2009

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Rating for this product: 4

Great Purchase

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November 21, 2008

I picked this up with a 30% off coupon, and sadly that is probably the only way I would buy this bag again. I am 5"10' and ordered the "Long" since I didn't want to be cramped. This bag is fantastic, it doesn't hug the body as much as I thought, but the stretchiness is nice for sitting cross-legged during breakfast, plus with the cinch at the bottom I can make the bag a bit shorter. Perfect for those who can't do the mummy bag thing and need to sleep with their knees raised. I don't know if 25 degrees is really accurate. I slept in about 35 degrees and did wake up a little cold, I was wearing a long sleeved top and boxers, so maybe pick up some thermals. I did add a polyester liner and that kept me much warmer, defiantly rated to 25 degrees with a liner.

Despite what I heard the Long doesn't pack up to the size of a Nalgene bottle, more like the size of a Dura-Flame log. All in all, I really like this bag, but I wouldn't pay full price.

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Is this an appropriate bag for the Appalachian trail June - July

Is this an appropriate bag for the Appalachian trail June - July (I'm a cold sleeper)

Is this an appropriate bag for the Appalachian trail June - July starting north (NJ) and heading south. I will have patagonia wool 3 base-layers as well. Please only advise if you are experienced with this bag and the trail - I'd hate to freeze because someone took a guess. Thanks.

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April 14, 2009

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Greg - thanks much for the reply! That was quick, and I love that you have used it in the conditions I will be needing it for, I feel I can trust your opinion. Thanks again!

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April 15, 2009

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You're lucky... I have this bag (35 degree though) and I grew up in NJ. :)

Assuming you're starting somewhere close to the Delaware Water Gap, it can get down to 40 degrees at night in June and 50 in July... however this is worst case scenario, my experiences with my 35 degree hugger is that it sleeps very close to the 35 degree rating.

If you have a sleeping pad and the base layers with you, you'd be fine with the 35 degree bag as I am sure these would add a little to the temp rating, even if you do sleep cold (I tend to sleep a little cold as well). However, if you plan on using the bag in climates a little cooler from time to time, going down to the 30 or 25 degree bag wouldn't be a bad idea.

I have used many sleeping bags, and I gotta say that this is my favorite one because of the size it packs down to, the weight, and the comfort... you'll be satisfied with this bag.

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April 15, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

Love this bag

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July 18, 2008

This is a seriously comfortable bag. The stretch is effective, I think, allowing you to move while minimizing airspace when you're still. The material also contributes to the comfort factor, making it a joy to sleep in. I think the temp rating is probably right on. I just spent 5 nights in the Tetons and one night it got down just below freezing, and I was comfortable in this bag inside a 3-season tent with just a lightweight wool layer on and without even fully mummying-up. I do tend to sleep warm, but I think with extra layers I could push below the 25 degree rating in this bag. It's wonderfully compressible, too, taking up so little room in my pack. So far, I'm very happy with the purchase.

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So I try to avoid a tent or bivy as much as possible. Would you

So I try to avoid a tent or bivy as much as possible. Would you say a guy could stay dry in this bag on wet, dewy nights and mornings without the use of a tent or bivy?

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December 1, 2008

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No, you cannot. This bag is not even a little bit waterproof. Plus it's down, so if it gets wet it'll lose all its insulation. My suggestion would be to get a tent or bivy sack, I don't understand your aversion to them.

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December 1, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

Stretch Limo

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May 19, 2008

This is my first stretch sleeping bag and I am very pleased with it. The baffle system keeps the down where you need it and the stretch keeps it close to your body without feeling confining. The material is like silk to the touch. I have only used it twice so far where it was in the very low 30s and slept warm in a light base layer. It certainly must meet its' cold rating. Packs up super small and light.

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Need to know if the #2 will be warm enough? I am looking at the

Need to know if the #2 will be warm enough? I am looking at the #2 UL Super Stretch and a Western Mountaineering Alpenlite (20 degree)I tried out the Western Mountaineering bag and felt very comfortable, however I am very intrigued by the stretch feature of the Montbell. I tend to move around a lot and like to reposition my legs frequently. Any restless sleepers out there have any recommendations?I have a 30 degree synthetic right now and it is not doing the job at all. I mostly go backpacking in the NW by Mt Rainier and the Cascades. I know in the mountains it can get cool at night and I want to make sure that this bag is going to keep me warm enough.Thanks!

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September 9, 2008

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What kind of sleeping pad are you using with the pads? Sometimes just by upgrading the pads you will gain some extra warmth. Also, there is the option of a liner inside the bag.

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June 10, 2009

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Hey,It actually sound like you need to grab a bit of a warmer bag. Im not 100% sure the temps you are camping in, but if you are getting cold with these other bags and haven't found something warm yet. I would recommend going with a 15 degree bag or possibly a 0 degree bag. Here check out the 0 degree down version of this:http://www.backcountry.com/store/MTB0044/MontBell-America-Inc-UL-Super-Stretch-Hugger-0-Sleeping-Bag-0-Degree-Down.htmlThat would be another great bag to look at. It will give you a ton of extra warm and it will also give you the extra room since this is a stretch bag as well. Or check out the Marmot Lithium 0 degree down bag. http://www.backcountry.com/store/MAR1122/Marmot-Lithium-Sleeping-Bag-0-Degree-Down.htmlBoth of these bags will offer a ton of warmth and protection and you shouldn't have any problem at all being cold.

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November 9, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

Extremely Comfortable

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March 18, 2009

I'm not a large person, but very broad and I have always found sleeping in any backpacking bag to be uncomfortable to say the least. There is nothing worse than a bad night of sleeping, tossing and turning, in a tight bag. I found this sleeping bag to be unbelievably comfortable and the temperature true to its 25 degree rating. With extra layers (the bag stretches) I am good down to 15, although I am a very warm sleeper. Completely zipped up, I can sit up and take off my socks. How many broad shouldered people can say that of their sleeping bag. At the same time it feels nice and close when you are stretched out to sleep. The bag is light, compresses nicely and really delivers on all fronts. I am extremely happy with my purchase. This is the first time I have been able to say that for any sleeping bag.

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Recommendations for a Montbell bag for the JMT leaving 21 Aug?

Recommendations for a Montbell bag for the JMT leaving 21 Aug? #3, 2, 1??? All so close in temp ratings.....

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July 23, 2008

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Excellent choice here especially where weight is concerned.

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November 9, 2008

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Rating for this product: 4

bag

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August 28, 2008

i've only slept in the hugger line of bags. I feel like its the best fit for me because i move constantly at night. I enjoy the bag however i'm not sure if its all that warm. I havent tested it in real cold temperatures but in the summer in the moutains in the east coast i find myself bundeling up very tightly. That may be because i'm in a hammock though. 4 stars only because its super expensive, cant the chinese make something cheaper?

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What is the difference between the Sierra Designs "Arrow

What is the difference between the Sierra Designs "Arrow Rock Flex Bag" and the Montbell flex? Is the Montbell worth the extra money?

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May 22, 2008

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I haven't seen the flex of the montbell in person but the arrow rock flex bag has very little stretch, it's basically a gimmick. I've heard from many people (including on this site) that the montbell has a good amount of stretch. Montbell is also way higher quality and lighter and more compressible.On the upside, the MB Hugger is 9oz. lighter & 5 degrees warmer. On the downside it's over $100 more. I'm very weight conscience so the extra $ are worth it.

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November 9, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

Very Happy

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December 29, 2008

I purchased this bag for my wife for our trip to New Zealand. She is a very cold sleeper, it got into the low 30's at night, for once i heard no complaining from her. This bag is super warm, super roomy, and super light! I have not seen a bag with a better warmth to weight ratio!

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Really considering the U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 bag. It's

Really considering the U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #2 bag. It's between this and the Lafuma Pro 650 (30 degree - 1 lb, 7oz bag). Does anyone have more direction in this. I will be using the bag at 30 degrees (maybe even 25) and need to know that the ratings stand up even with someone who tends to sleep cold. Also, my main concern is if the Super Stretch Hugger #2 is water resistant???? THANK YOU!

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April 15, 2008

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I would go for the Montbell over the Lafuma any day. Lafuma bag ratings tend to be optimistic. Do some searches and you'll find out they are about 10 degrees below where they should be. As someone who also sleeps cold, I would aim for the conservative side and choose something warmer than you anticipate to be safe.Unless your bag has a Gore-Tex or DryLoft shell, it is not "waterproof." All sleeping bags are water resistant to a point but these are normal condensation conditions inside a tent.

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November 9, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

TESTED TO THE HILT -- A++++

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June 9, 2009

I used this bag for 5 months EVERY night while hiking the AT, and I put it to the test!! I am only 5'5" but had two 55lb dogs with me who have to sleep touching me. Yes, we all fit in this bag, the stretchy material has a lot of give! Don't get me wrong, it was tight and on the nights in the teens I was a bit chilled just because I was pushed up against it very tightly. This bag withstood dirty, wet dogs with scratchy, worn pads for 5 months, with only little wear. I will never buy a different bag, unless this one actually does wear out some day, then I'll buy the exact same bag.

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hey there...i'm in the market for a sleeping bag for backcountry

hey there...i'm in the market for a sleeping bag for backcountry hiking and camping. looking for something relatively light...down...and i would call myself a cold sleeper. i don't anticipate camping in the winter...i seem to be thinking that i want a 25 or 30 degree bag...does this make sense? i really don't like to be cold at night.... :)

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April 1, 2008

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This bag should suit you well I suppose. it really depends on where you do most of your camping and backpacking. In the northwest I would say great (U.S.). If you are camping in the southern part of the Appalachians, you might want a slightly warmer degree bag (30-40 ). If you are unsure, always go colder seeing as how you can unzip to cool off.

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April 10, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

Do you need a hug?

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June 27, 2009

..because this bag will hug you all night. It doesn't get much better than this; a quality product to say the least.

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Rating for this product: 5

Huh?

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October 31, 2008

"cant the chinese make something cheaper?"

Think about your statement before you make it. Maybe you should be shopping at Walmart.

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Rating for this product: 5

nice stretch!

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August 18, 2008

Finally I've found a bag I can get a good night's sleep in! Other mummies are too constricted for me - a side sleeper that raises one knee to waist-high. This bag is so comfy cozy cuz it nestles around you, but stretches where you need it to. So nice and lightweight too. The only thing is I would rate it at about freezing BUT I am a VERY cold sleeper.

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Rating for this product: 4

Almost Amazing

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February 12, 2008

The title pretty mush says it all, I bought this bag because it was light and packed small, but mostly because of its advertised "super stretch". I hate being confined in a tight bag so I went for it with this one. I have to say it wasn't really all I had hoped for. Really it doesn't seem all that stretchy. But when you get into it and start squirming around you start to notice that it really does do a pretty good job stretching, it really doesn't seem all that confining. I think I just got my hopes up a little too much, it isn't quite as stretchy as I had expected, but overall much more forgiving then a normal bag. Warmth wise this thing is hot. Granted my only use of it was 14 nights throughout the Patagonian summer and it never got down to the 25 deg the bag is rated, so I generally slept with the bag unzipped.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
15D Ballistic Airlight nylon 
Insulation:
800-Fill down 
Shape:
Mummy 
Draft Collar:
Yes 
Max User Height:
[Regular] 5ft 10in (174.8cm); [Long] 6ft 4in (193.1cm) 
Shoulder/knee Circumference:
[Regular] 53-71 / 43-57in (135-180 / 109-145cm); [Long] 57-76 / 47-63in (145-193 / 119-160cm) 
Stuff Size:
[Reg] 5.8 x 11.5in (14.7 x 39.2cm); [Lng] 6.3 x 12.4in (16 x 31.5cm) 
Stuff or Storage sack:
Stuff 
Degree:
25 (-4C) 
Weight:
[Reg] 1lb 12oz (793.8g); [Lng] 1lb 15oz (878.8g) 
Recommended Use:
3-season backpacking, camping, climbing 
Warranty:
Lifetime 
Country of Origin:
China 

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