Lightweight Down Sleeping Bag

I am looking for recommendations on a lightweight down sleeping bag. I would like to keep the weight below 2 pounds and have a temperature rating of at least 20 degrees, maybe even 15 degrees. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Do a search. There have been two threads on this in the past week. This isn't meant to be a jerk, but some great info has already been given.

Cheers,
Evan

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check out western mountaineering they make really well made bags. they're pricey, but worth it. i've been very happy with their product. Marmot seems to be on there game too.

Western Mountaineering Ultralight (my preference) or Marmot Helium.

+1 on Western Mountaineering. (I have both "Ultralite" and "Antelope MF") for different applications.
Just keep in mind that the Ultralite is pretty snug, so if you are a big guy, it may be a bit tight.

I'd give a big thumbs up to the Montbell bags. We've got two of them and they rock.

rei sub-kilo has been a great bag so far. right at 2 pounds and packs down super small. the mens is rated to 20 degrees but you can get a womens long bag which is for some reason rated to 15 degrees(if you dont mind the color purple)

marmot helium

I have a North Face Rock Wren. 1 lb. and warm to 30. Stuffs to the size of a grapefruit or so. Used it in the Sierra a number of times and been very happy with it.

Edit: Oops. Sorry. It was a Beeline. Not cheap though, about $280.

Like a few others said, Western Mountaineering makes excellent bags and Marmot bags are (IMHO) right behind them. Neither brand is cheap, but you get what you pay for.

the sub kilo is no longer sold or manufactured for a reason.
it was notoriously overated. it is not a twenty degree bag. more like a thirty/thirty-five degree bag

I belive the "WM ultralight is 1lb 10oz and rated to 20deg. It is a great bag. Cant go wrong with western. Marmot is also very good and as long as you stick to the900fill bags they compete pretty close to Western. Oh and stay away from REI bags. Would you buy a bag from Wall Mart... Big box stores suck! I lost my favorite job b/c of REI, im a little bitter!

The Ultralight *is* a bit snug for us large folk, however the Alpinlight has 5" more shoulder girth and is still less than 2lb.

I have a WM Ultralite tall (for those who are 6'6) that has been used once. I'll sell it for $300.

I have a golite adrenaline 20 bag. It weighs 1lb 14oz and is plenty warm for me. I've used it down into the teens and never had a problem. It also compresses down pretty small.

feathered friends swallow. the ultimate 20 deg. bag.

Mont Bell U.L Super Stretch Down Hugger comes in 5 temperature ratings from -20F to 40F. They are super light and also really comfortable bags I own the 0 and the 30 degree and have no complaints, they also make a "thermal sheet" that is comparable to about a 55F and has no hood. It has no hood!

It's not under 2 pounds, but the Big Agnes Lost Ranger is a great bag. It's under 3 pounds and is super comfortable with their pad that fits into the bag so you don't slide off your pad. Another thing I really like about it is the foot box is wide yet the bag is still mummy. Just my opinion. I have it and love it

J. Surette wrote:I am looking for recommendations on a lightweight down sleeping bag. I would like to keep the weight below 2 pounds and have a temperature rating of at least 20 degrees, maybe even 15 degrees. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

How big are you? Some of the ultralight bags are really slim cut.

I prefer a wider cut bag because I'm a wider guy, and I like to be able to wear clothing inside the bag to push the temperature rating lower when needed.

The Marmot Helium is on the wider end of the spectrum. Some Western Mountaineering and Feathered Friends bags are wider than others. If you've got the coin, I've heard good things about the Valandre Bloody Mary.

I like Enlightened Equipment quilts. They make good stuff. Reasonable price for how light it is and can be customized to fit you.

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