I’m now researching and purchasing quality equipment in preparation for my first tent-camping experience alone. Moving on to sleeping bags, how can one select the appropriate degrees if they intend to be in a variety of settings with varying temperatures? In addition to Oregon in the spring, I intend to camp in Joshua Tree and the Eastern Sierra in the fall. I considered using fifteen. However, do you typically purchase multiple bags? If you need extra warmth, add clothing and a liner.
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I had multiple sleeping bags, but despite attempting to switch them up according to the weather, I always ended up using just one—my winter one. The additional loft and fluff significantly improves my sleeping comfort.
Every trip, I pack my winter bag and adjust my wardrobe according to the conditions. I’ll sleep on top of the bag if it’s really hot overnight. Typically, I’ll only wear my boxers on summer evenings. I put on extra clothing as it gets colder.
Equally vital is a suitable R-Value sleeping pad.
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The individual, in this case you, is the first step. Are you the only one who shivers? Or are you the final person wearing shorts and a T-shirt?
Do you sleep on your side? Back or belly? Knees pulled up or extended out?
Do you require space to move or do you need to be nestled in?
You can choose the best sleep system for you with the help of all these answers. However, keep in mind that depending on the environment, most travelers often have more than one solution.
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The “gills” on Nemo brand bags are being opened. In essence, you can unzip these events on the top of the bag to reduce their warmth. Excellent for extending a bag’s temperature range. However, you will need additional bags or a bag with a quilt on top for colder temperatures if you plan to camp in a wide range of temperatures.