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DECENT FEATURES of the Big Agnes Women's Pearl 30 Degree Sleeping Bag Integrated full pad sleeve Rectangular shaped bag Extra 2"/5cm of girth in hip area Extra 2"/5cm of length in foot box Pillow pocket Liner loops 60"/152cm YKK #8 zipper 70"/178cm YKK #8 zipper Mate together left and right zip bags Cotton storage sack and nylon stuff sack No-draft collar, No-draft wedge, No-draft zipper The SPECS Temperature Rating: 30° F / -1° C Stuff Sack Size: M: 8 x 17.5" / 20 x 45 cm Nylon micro fiber rip-stop Flow Construction Fill Type: 650 fill down insulation The SPECS for Petite Fit Up To: 5'8" / 173 cm Fill Weight: 10 oz / 295 g Bag Weight: 2 lbs 8 oz / 1134 g Pad Size: 20 x 66" / 51 x 168 cm Compressed Size: 8 x 8.5" / 20 x 22 cm The SPECS for Regular Fit Up To: 5'10" / 178 cm Fill Weight: 11 oz / 318 g Bag Weight: 2 lbs 13 oz / 1276 g Pad Size: 20 x 72" / 51 x 183 cm Compressed Size: 8 x 9" / 20 x 23 cm
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The Mistral 20° is ideal for budget-conscious campers who want reliable comfort for their three-season camping endeavors. It comes with extra CloudLoft insulation over the chest area and a zipper draft tube to keep out the cold.
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But the real attention-getter is the Mammoth's massive size, which can comfortably hold a pair of adults plus one small child, or as many as four young children at once. The large sleeping pocket makes this bag ideal for family trips to the beach, backyard sleepovers, and a ton of other people-intensive situations. Plus, should campers need to get out of the bag without disturbing their partners, they can simply use the full-length zipper on either side to make a quick exit.
Other features include internal storage pockets on both sides for holding keys, wallets, and other valuables and an Oxford nylon compression sack that makes the Mammoth easy to transport and store. The Mammoth measures 94 inches long by 62 inches wide and weighs 17 pounds. It's also backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
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Sleep Well: Finding the Right Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag technology has come a long way from the days of cowboy bedrolls. These days, there are a number of high-tech materials and designs available to keep you warm during the coldest outings. Here's a short list of things to keep in mind when you're shopping for a bag:
Buy for Cold
It's a safe bet that on at least one of your adventures, the nighttime temperature will drop unexpectedly. That's why it's smart to buy a bag that's rated for the lowest possible temperature you expect to face on your camping and backpacking trips. For summer trips, a bag rated at +35 degrees or higher will likely do the trick. If you like to camp in higher elevations in the summer, or if spring and fall outings are in your future, consider bags rated from +10 to +35. Winter adventurers should look for bags in the -10 to +10 range, while those on serious winter alpine climbs and expeditions will want a bag rated lower than -10.
Keep in mind that sleeping bag manufacturers' temperature ratings only estimate the minimum temperature at which the bag will provide warmth. Take these numbers with a grain of salt, as different folks generate different amounts of heat when they sleep. If you're the type who likes to pile on the covers even on warmer nights, go for a bag that's rated ten degrees colder. The opposite is true for "warm" sleepers--a 35-degree bag will probably work for you on a 25-degree night.
Goose or No Goose?
The most important component of any sleeping bag is its insulating material. Modern sleeping bags offer two choices: goose down or synthetic. While both materials have advantages and disadvantages, down bags are considered superior because of their phenomenal warmth-to-weight and warmth-to-bulk ratios. While providing great insulation, down is extremely compressible and light. There's a reason why geese can fly and stay warm through the winter! Down also boasts great long-term durability and will typically retain its insulating properties after years of use.
All of that said, there are many high-quality synthetic bags on the market and synthetic materials are getting better all the time. While a synthetic bag will weigh somewhat more than a down bag at an equivalent temperature rating, synthetic bags perform better when wet. (Yes, the Achilles heel of down is that it loses all insulating properties when wet.) If your trips take you to wet climates, you may want to consider a synthetic bag for this reason alone. Keep in mind, too, that many people are allergic to down--synthetic bags are non-allergenic. Finally, down is considerably more expensive than synthetic, which might tip the balance for adventurers on a budget.
Bags for All Shapes
Sleeping bags come in two basic shapes that reflect their intended use. Mummy-shaped bags offer the best warmth because they conform to the body's contours. This minimizes the amount of body heat the body must put out to maintain a constant temperature. Many mummy bags are offered in women-specific shapes and sizes, as well. Rectangular bags, while they do offer more room to toss and turn, are less thermally efficient because they contain more open air space. Also, they are typically heavier than mummy bags, and are generally not offered with down insulation, making them best suited for car camping or short backpacking trips.
Pad Yourself
No matter what kind of bag you choose, a sleeping pad is a required accessory. Not only do they provide much-needed comfort when sleeping on the ground, pads also offer crucial warmth for your backside, as the weight of your body compresses--and renders virtually useless--the sleeping bag insulation that lies beneath you.
The Mammoth is the perfect bag for any family outing. Whether you're going for a weekend at the lake or your in-laws are staying over, the Mammoth is comfortable enough for two (maybe three or four if you have young children). Stash your personal items in the interior storage pocket for safe keeping, and pull the adjustable mummy hood down tight for extra warmth. There are also shoulder and zipper baffles to fight drafts. The oxford nylon compression sack makes this monster bag easy to transport and store. The bag is great for couples and families because of the full length zippers on both sides so you can exit the bag without disturbing your partner. The internal storage pockets on both sides for keys, wallet, watch and other valuables
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