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Western Mountaineering Puma Gore WS Sleeping Bag: -25 Degree Down
Hey gear experts! I'm looking for a -20 to -30 bag that...
By Mads
Ranked #205 - 0 to -40 Degree Down Bags
December 17, 2010
Hey gear experts! I'm looking for a -20 to -30 bag that can be used in the Andes as well as Denali and I have heard great things about the Puma. What do folks think about the incremental benefits of the GWS vs. MF in those conditions? Is the wind/waterproof GWS worth the extra weight? The MF is 6 oz lighter which is very tempting... 3lb 4oz is super light for a -25 bag! Thanks for any feedback.
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Mads
Ranked #205 - 0 to -40 Degree Down Bags
December 21, 2010
Thanks so much! I think you're right. I also called around to some of the guide companies that go up Denali and they all recommended a bag with a waterproof shell.
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By DeanDay
Ranked #200 - 0 to -40 Degree Down Bags
December 17, 2010
I think the waterproof shell is worth the extra weight. When it's cold, moisture mixed with down is not your friend. There are too many opportunities to get moisture on the bag when it's cold due to condensation in the tent, etc. I'd hate to be camped out in -20 degrees and wish I'd spent a little more money. I own the GWS, and it's really good.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [shell] WindStopper; [lining] microfiber
- Insulation:
- 850-fill down
- Shape:
- mummy
- Draft Collar:
- yes
- Max User Height:
- [short] 5 ft 6 in; [regular] 6 ft; [long] 6 ft 6 in
- Shoulder Circumference:
- [short] 62 in; [regular] 64 in; [long] 66 in
- Hip Circumference:
- [short] 55 in; [regular] 56 in; [long] 57 in
- Foot Circumference:
- [short] 39 in; [regular] 39 in; [long] 39 in
- Stuff Size:
- [short ] 9 x 18 in; [regular ] 10 x 20 in; [long ] 10 x 20 in
- Stuff Sack:
- yes
- Storage Sack:
- yes
- Degree:
- -25 F
- Weight:
- [short] 3 lb 7 oz; [regular] 3 lb 10 oz; [long] 3 lb 13 oz
- Recommended Use:
- mountaineering, winter camping
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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