Gear Review
Nice features - just not warm
By Kiwi Climber
Ranked #176 - Sleeping Bags
October 2, 2008
I bought this bag for summer alpine trips when the temp is unlikely to dip below 15deg F in New Zealand. First time I used it the temp was about 60F - too hot for this bag and since there is no way to vent your feet I cooked. Next trip it was around 40 deg. Only just warm - this is the bags lower comfort limit. Then I went snow caving - temp 32F - wore 3 layers, hat, 2 sleeping mats & wrapped a down jacket over my hips. I reckon this is near the bag's extreme limit. So much for 15F rating! There is a reason why this bag is lighter than it's competitors. It's not as warm. Bring on the European bag rating system.
View Details: Mountain Hardwear Ultralamina 15 Sleeping Bag: 15 Degree Synthetic
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 20D Ripstop nylon
- Insulation:
- Thermic Micro
- Shape:
- Mummy
- Draft Collar:
- Yes
- Max User Height:
- [Reg] 6ft (183cm); [Long] 6ft 6in (198cm)
- Shoulder / Hip / Foot Circumference:
- [Reg] 62 / 58 / 38in ( 158 / 147 / 97cm); [Long] 64 / 60 / 40in (163 / 152 / 102cm)
- Stuff Size:
- 8 x 16in (20 x 41cm)
- Stuff or Storage Sack:
- Both
- Degree:
- 15F (-9C)
- Weight:
- [Reg] 2lb 14oz (1300g); [Long] 3lb 1oz (1400g)
- Recommended Use:
- Camping, backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.



