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How To Buy A — Sleeping Bag

The temperature at which a "standard man" (or warm sleeper) can sleep for eight hours in a curled position.

The fill material determines the bag's weight, compressibility, and performance in wet weather. how to buy a sleeping bag

The temperature at which a "standard woman" (or cold sleeper) can sleep comfortably in a relaxed position. The temperature at which a "standard man" (or

Tapered for a body-hugging fit to maximize warmth and minimize weight. Best for backpacking. Tapered for a body-hugging fit to maximize warmth

Most bags come in "Regular" (up to 6') and "Long" (up to 6'6"). Avoid a bag that is too long, as your body will have to work harder to heat the extra empty space. How to choose a sleeping bag - MEC

A survival-only rating indicating the temperature at which a standard woman can survive for six hours without hypothermia; it is not a comfort guide.