Well, it wasn't one of my brighter moments, but I managed to loose my sleeping bag over the side of a cliff this weekend (who would have guessed the thing would roll when I set it down on a slope <img src="images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />) I've been wanting a new one anyway, so now I guess I have the excuse I needed .
I'd like the bag to have
- a temp rating of 20-30F (-7 to -1C)
- synthetic fill
- the lightest weight reasonable since it will be used mostly for backpacking
- a price tag that won't ruin my budget

I've been looking at the Slumberjack Super Guide as an option and was wondering if anyone has any experience with this product, Slumberjack bags in general, or a better idea (besides teathering it to my pack <img src="images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />)

Thanks in advance,
Chris.

I have used a Slumberjack bag for over ten years. Bought as an overbag to extend my three season sack into winter conditions, I also use it alone as a summer bag. Given the very cheap price, I have been very pleased with its utility and durability.

The Super Guide looks pretty good, but bags from nearly all manufacturers tend to be not quite as warm nor quite as light as the catalog specs would indicate. Warmth is an individual thing. Some sleep warm, some sleep cold.

I would check REI's selection of bags from various mnufacturers, and also look at Backpacker magazine's product reviews of sleeping bags. They appear to be fairly straight evaluations.

I wouldn't hesitate to spend more. Bag, pack, and boots are the three most important itmes for the outdoorsman, and while I wouldn't necessarily buy the most expensive items in these categories, I wouldn't let price stop me from getting the very best for my circumstances. Everything else is just details.

can you get the snugpac range of bags over there? i have one and its good, they pack down small too.

www.wiggys.com The extensive information and comparisons between systems is well worth the read.

Chris,

I have not done a lot of shopping for sleeping bags, but I sure do like the looks of that Slumberjack. You did not mention the price range you were looking for, so I don't know what you might consider acceptable.

You might want to take a look at Cheaper Than Dirt. The URL is http://www.cheaperthandirt.com. Do a search on "sleeping" and you will see what they have available. One sleeping bag I found there is a U.S. military surplus, is rated for 0 degrees, has a synthetic fill, and sells for $30. It is going to be a bit heavier than the Slumberjack, but it may be worth it, considering the price.

Hope this helps...

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