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Sleeping bag for Mt Rainier HHEELPP

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Ibrahim Cetindemir · · Ashford, WA · Joined Nov 2012 · Points: 5

Hey guys, im looking for a sleeping bag for Rainier.
I am climbing on the first week of September and im shopping for a sleeping bag.

So far i have seen theMarmot Snowcrest 5 but im still undecided and very unsure.

Anyone could give me any suggestions? Yes or no on this bag?

Thanks guys!

Scott Perkins · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Aug 2008 · Points: 175

A 5F rated bag is probably overkill unless you sleep VERY cold. Rainier summer climbs I typically use a synthetic bag rated to around 20F. The MH Lamina 20F has been my bag of choice past couple years. Been fine sleeping on the summit in a tent or open at 10K.
Scott

timt · · Wheat Ridge, CO · Joined Jan 2006 · Points: 50

I would STRONGLY recommend against down. i spent several nights in a storm on liberty ridge several years ago & watched all my down wilt to nothing. a 5 degree should be plenty warm, but if it were me i would sleep in a few layers & go with a 20.
as for bags, the mont bell "ss" (super stretch) are by far the most comfortable bags i have slept in.... especially nice if you are restless or not a back sleeper.

Josh Allred · · Salt Lake City, UT · Joined Mar 2011 · Points: 161

I have a used 15 degree 800 fill down Montbell Super Stretch sleeping bag for sell if you are interested.

Josh Allred · · Salt Lake City, UT · Joined Mar 2011 · Points: 161

Used it on Rainier in fact. Loved it.

jack s. · · Kamloops, BC · Joined Jan 2011 · Points: 10

The North Face Cat's Meow is ranked petty high. I own a 15°F down bag and absolutely regret it. Get a synthetic so you're not screwed when it gets wet. I would tend to agree that a 5° bag is overkill. Just supplement with clothes to keep the weight down.

Ibrahim Cetindemir · · Ashford, WA · Joined Nov 2012 · Points: 5

Awesome, so no down for a place as wet as rainier. Synthetic is the way! Thanks a lot for the advice!

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