I,ve been looking for a good sleeping bag, with a bit more room in it than my old mummy bag. Are there any suggestions as far as construction/ materials, etc., i.e. Gore-tex, Hollo-fil, etc.? I know Down is great only if it can be kept totally dry! (once soaked=you're doomed!)
Also, I just prefer a bit more room inside, so its easier to toss and turn to stay comfortable. Mummy bags may technically work well, but I'd prefer a bit of comfort too. It's bad enough to stay on a small foam insulator pad, or periodically wake up to re-inflate a slowly leaking (but comfortable!) air-mattress!!! Comfortable sleep is one of the most worthwhile goals in our camping skills. Without proper rest the entire outdoor experience seems to suffer terribly!!

Posted by Guy Smith on August 11, 2000 at 01:31