{"id":3887,"date":"2024-03-27T11:55:48","date_gmt":"2024-03-27T11:55:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/?p=3887"},"modified":"2024-03-27T16:11:25","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T16:11:25","slug":"expert-advicesleeping-bag-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.mountainwarehouse.com\/expert-advice\/sleeping-bag-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Sleeping Bag Guide: How To Choose A Sleeping Bag"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"row row-col-pad is-centered\" style=\"margin-bottom: 30px; margin-top: 30px;\">\n<div class=\"row row-col-pad\">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-6-md col-pad vert-margin-md\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 300px; background-color: #203a2c; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"#sleeping-bag-seasons\">Sleeping Bag Season Ratings<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-6-md col-pad vert-margin-md\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 300px; background-color: #203a2c; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"#temperature-ratings\">Temperature Ratings<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row row-col-pad\">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-6-md col-pad vert-margin-md\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 300px; background-color: #203a2c; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"#down-sleeping-bags-vs-synthetic\">Down Vs Synthetic<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-6-md col-pad vert-margin-md\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 300px; background-color: #203a2c; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"#shapes-sizes-weights\">Shapes, Sizes and Weights<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row row-col-pad\">\n<div class=\"col-12 col-6-md col-pad vert-margin-md\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 300px; background-color: #203a2c; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"#key-features\">Key Features<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-6-md col-pad vert-margin-md\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 300px; background-color: #203a2c; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"#sleeping-bag-accessories\">Sleeping Bag Accessories<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The right <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/\">sleeping bag<\/a> can make all the difference to a good night\u2019s sleep whether you are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\">camping<\/a> in the UK summer or planning a winter adventure outdoors. In this sleeping bag guide we will take you through all the important considerations and key features\u00a0to show you how to choose the best bag for you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row is-centered is-landing-width-limited\" style=\"border: 1px solid #234232; background-color: #e2ffdb;\">\n<h2 id=\"sleeping-bag-seasons\" style=\"text-align: center;\">1. Sleeping Bag Season Ratings<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Sleeping bag season ratings are designed to make it easier to choose your sleeping bag. Ratings range from season 1, designed for summer camping, to season 4, designed for cold winter nights.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table style=\"height: responsive;\" border=\"1\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"97\"><strong>Season<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"91\"><strong>Season Rating<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"261\"><strong>Use<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"2\" width=\"97\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/1-2-season-sleeping-bags\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Summer<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"91\">1 Season<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"261\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/1-2-season-sleeping-bags\/\">Summer<\/a><\/span> \/ <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/1-2-season-sleeping-bags\/\">Indoor use<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"91\">2 Seasons<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"261\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/1-2-season-sleeping-bags\/\">Late spring<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/1-2-season-sleeping-bags\/\">Early autumn<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"2\" width=\"97\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Winter<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"91\">3 Seasons<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"261\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/\">Autumn\/Winter<\/a><\/span> &#8211; <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/\">Nights <\/a><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/\">Without Frost<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"91\">4 Seasons<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" width=\"261\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/\">Winter<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/\">F<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/\">rost\/Snow<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>1 Season Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n<p>Season 1 sleeping bags are designed for camping on warm summer nights, so are an ideal choice for those attending festivals. They are also great for indoor use such as kids sleepovers.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>2 Seasons Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n<p>Season 2 sleeping bags are designed for use in UK late spring and early autumn where nights can get cold. These sleeping bags are ideal for camping in the UK outside the summer months such as kids half term holidays. These bags are also great for those who feel the cold in the summer.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>3 Seasons Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n<p>Season 3 sleeping bags are designed for cold autumn and winter nights where there\u2019s no frost. Perfect for those who are braving the weather for winter camping and those who feel the cold when they sleep.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>4 Seasons Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n<p>Season 4 sleeping bags are for use on cold winter nights where there may also be frost or snow on the ground. In this category you&#8217;ll find our down sleeping bags.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row is-centered is-landing-width-limited\" style=\"border: 1px solid #234232; background-color: #e2ffdb;\">\n<h2 id=\"temperature-ratings\" style=\"text-align: center;\">2. Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The temperature rating is an important factor to consider when choosing a sleeping bag. The rating you choose will depend on <strong>where you&#8217;ll be using it<\/strong> and what <strong>temperature you are comfortable sleeping in<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Temperature ratings will be expressed in comfort (lower comfort and upper comfort limits) and extreme ratings. These are based on the outside temperature. For a comfortable night\u2019s sleep consider the lowest outdoor temperature you\u2019ll be sleeping in and ensure that temperature falls within the comfort range.<\/p>\n<p>For example, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/summit-300-winter-sleeping-bag-p13093.aspx\/Dark%20Red\/\">Summit 300 Winter Sleeping Bag<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-21480\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Temperature-Ratings-485x153.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"422\" height=\"133\" data-id=\"21480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Temperature-Ratings-485x153.jpg 485w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Temperature-Ratings-1024x324.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Temperature-Ratings-768x243.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Temperature-Ratings.jpg 1293w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Comfort Ratings<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The \u2018comfort\u2019 rating refers to the optimum temperature you will feel warm and comfortable sleeping in when in a rolled up position. When the bag is used in any temperatures below the \u2018comfort rating\u2019 the user is likely to feel the cold. On average women feel the cold more than men so this rating is some degrees above the \u2018comfort limit\u2019 for a man.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Extreme Ratings<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>The \u2018extreme&#8217; temperature rating is essentially \u2018the survival temperature&#8217;. Put simply, this is the very limit at which the bag will keep you alive without frostbite, or any other temperature related ailments. It is not the lowest temperature you will be comfortable in and you should not expect regular use of the bag at this temperature.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row is-centered is-landing-width-limited\" style=\"border: 1px solid #234232; background-color: #e2ffdb;\">\n<h2 id=\"down-sleeping-bags-vs-synthetic\" style=\"text-align: center;\">3. Down VS Synthetic<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There are two key types of sleeping bag to choose from. Down sleeping bags are made with the fine under feathers from ducks or geese and synthetic sleeping bags, which are filled with man-made insulation, mostly poly-fibres.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Synthetic Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n<p>Synthetic insulation is the most common type of insulation used in sleeping bags. A synthetic sleeping bag will be cheaper, easier to clean and require less care than a down sleeping bag. They also perform better when wet than down bags, retaining around 50% of their insulating ability when wet.<\/p>\n<p>However synthetic insulation does not retain heat like natural down so for winter trips you may find them colder than a down bag.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; height: responsive;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #2f8242;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"319\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><b>Pros<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #f04d53;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"331\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><b>Cons<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #aeffc3;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"319\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Retains insulation when damp\/wet<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #ff8484;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"331\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Does not retain heat as well as down<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #aeffc3;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"319\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Cheaper than down<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #ff8484;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"331\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Shorter life span<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #aeffc3;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"319\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Easier to clean<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #ff8484;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"331\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Down Sleeping Bags\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>The loft of down creates thousands of tiny air pockets which means that down sleeping bags are more effective at trapping warm air and retaining heat. The warmth-to-weight ratio of a down sleeping bag cannot be beaten by a synthetic bag.<\/p>\n<p>The disadvantage of down is that it easily absorbs moisture when damp and when it gets wet the feathers lose their fluffiness and the heat insulating properties are lost. Down sleeping bags also take much longer to dry out than synthetic bags. For these reasons duck down sleeping bags are well suited to cold but dry conditions<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #288240;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><b>Pros<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #f45050;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><b>Cons<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #aaffc1;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Excellent heat retention<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #ff8484;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Loses heat insulation ability when wet<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #aaffc1;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Lightweight- better warmth to weight ratio<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #ff8484;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Takes a long time to dry out when wet<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #aaffc1;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Wider comfort temperature range- making it suitable for cold and warm temperatures<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #ff8484;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">More expensive<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #aaffc1;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Long lifespan if looked after<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #ff8484;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Requires special cleaning<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center; background-color: #aaffc1;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Easier to compress and packs small<\/td>\n<td style=\"background-color: #ff8484;\" valign=\"top\" width=\"322\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row is-centered is-landing-width-limited\" style=\"border: 1px solid #234232; background-color: #e2ffdb;\">\n<h2 id=\"shapes-sizes-weights\" style=\"text-align: center;\">4. Shapes, Weights &amp; Sizes<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Shapes &amp; Weights<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-21478 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Regular-Sleeping-Bags-485x236.jpg\" alt=\"Regular Sleeping Bag\" width=\"356\" height=\"173\" data-id=\"21478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Regular-Sleeping-Bags-485x236.jpg 485w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Regular-Sleeping-Bags-1024x498.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Regular-Sleeping-Bags-768x374.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Regular-Sleeping-Bags-1536x748.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Regular-Sleeping-Bags-2048x997.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 356px) 100vw, 356px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Regular Sleeping Bags<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A basic sleeping bag will be rectangular or &#8216;envelope&#8217; in shape with a zip around two sides.\u00a0 These are roomier than mummy sleeping bags and can be fully opened and used as a blanket. Rectangular sleeping bags are best for warmer weather due to the spacious design, resulting in a cooler bag.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21479 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mummy-Sleeping-Bags-485x213.jpg\" alt=\"Mummy Sleeping Bag\" width=\"360\" height=\"158\" data-id=\"21479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mummy-Sleeping-Bags-485x213.jpg 485w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mummy-Sleeping-Bags-1024x450.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mummy-Sleeping-Bags-768x337.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mummy-Sleeping-Bags-1536x674.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Mummy-Sleeping-Bags-2048x899.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Mummy Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n<p>A mummy sleeping bag\u00a0tapers towards the feet and is therefore more fitted than a regular rectangular bag improving heat retention. They are best for colder weather due to tighter body fit and inclusion of hoods.<\/p>\n<p>Most mummy bags will be single but it is possible to buy left and right handed bags that can be zipped together to create a double bag. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/microlite-1400-sleeping-bag-p13096.aspx\/fiery-coral\/\">Microlite<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/summit-300-sleeping-bag-p13093.aspx\/dark%20red\/\">Summit<\/a> sleeping bags are good examples of this.<\/p>\n<p>A mummy sleeping bag also weighs less than a rectangular bag. The packed size and weight of the bag should also be taken into consideration, as this is especially important if you plan to fit your sleeping bag into a backpack or will be carrying the bag long distances.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sizes<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Long Length Sleeping Bags<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The length of your sleeping bag should be taken into consideration when looking for the best one for you, regular sleeping bags from Mountain Warehouse are usually better suited to individuals under 6ft. If you&#8217;re over 6ft, you may want to look into getting a long length sleeping bag which measure 220 x 80 x 50cm. Long length sleeping bags are available in both regular and mummy style sleeping bags including our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/search\/microlite%20sleeping%20bag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Microlite Sleeping Bags<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/2-3-season-sleeping-bags\/traveller-50-sleeping-bag-p13098.aspx\/dark%20green\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Traveller 50<\/a>. Each of our sleeping bags has a tag either saying R (regular) or L (long).<\/p>\n<h3>Extra Long Length Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n<p>Extra Long Length Sleeping Bags are even larger measuring 230 x 105x 70cm, such as our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/microlite-950-square-sleeping-bag-xl-p23934.aspx\/blue\/\">Microlite Square XL Winter Sleeping Bag.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Double Sleeping Bags<\/h3>\n<p>Double sleeping bags measure 193 x 137cm and are designed to be shared by two people. You can find double sleeping bags in both synthetic and down materials.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row is-centered is-landing-width-limited\" style=\"border: 1px solid #234232; background-color: #e2ffdb;\">\n<h2 id=\"key-features\" style=\"text-align: center;\">5. Key Features<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>When choosing your sleeping bag, look out for the below features which will improve your comfort.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Baffles<br \/>\n<\/strong>Baffles are the compartments in the sleeping bag that hold the filling so it is evenly distributed.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inner Linings<br \/>\n<\/strong>Fine nylon or polyester are the most common materials used for lining sleeping bags. Flannel or cotton are also popular for sleeping bag linings, although lightweight and breathable cotton traps moisture so isn\u2019t recommended for cold conditions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Outer Fabrics<br \/>\n<\/strong>Outer shells are commonly made of nylon-ripstop as it is highly durable. Dryloft is a water resistant, breathable fabric that is often used for sleeping bags.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Left &amp; Right Hand Zips<br \/>\n<\/strong>Sleeping bags are available with the zip opening on the right and left hand sides. To make it easier to unzip when you are in it choose a bag where the zip opening is the opposite side to your leading hand. If you are right handed choose a left bag and if you are left handed choose a right bag.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Two Way Zip<br \/>\n<\/strong>A two-way zip is useful for easy opening when ventilation is required. Zips can be full length or just half way. Two-way zips can also be used to create a double sleeping bag if you buy two of the same style and zip both together.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Zip Baffle<br \/>\n<\/strong>Heat can easily be lost through the zipped area of a sleeping bag, an insulated zip baffle (behind the zip) helps reduce heat loss.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Zip Cover<br \/>\n<\/strong>A zip cover (a piece of fabric that is normally fastened with velcro) covers the zip when the bag is fully zipped up helping to prevent the zip coming undone when asleep.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hood<br \/>\n<\/strong>Much of your body heat is lost through your head, a shaped hood will help keep in heat. A draw cord closure allows you to pull the hood tight against your face for added warmth.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Draft Collar (or Neck\/Shoulder Baffle)<br \/>\n<\/strong>An insulated draft collar (at the base of the hood) helps to stop body heat escaping from the bag and keeps out the cold around neck and shoulders. Most draft collars will have an adjustable draw-cord to tighten if necessary<b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inner Pockets<br \/>\n<\/strong>Normally found near the top of the bag. Handy for keeping valuables such as wallets and phones safely tucked away.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Stuff Sack<br \/>\n<\/strong>Mummy sleeping bags will come with a stuff sack with a draw string closure. Unlike a rectangular bag that can be folded a mummy bag should simply be stuffed into its bag. Compression straps help reduce the size of the packed bag.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"row is-centered is-landing-width-limited\" style=\"border: 1px solid #234232; background-color: #e2ffdb;\">\n<h2 id=\"sleeping-bag-accessories\" style=\"text-align: center;\">6. Sleeping Bag Accessories<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although choosing the best sleeping bag for you is important, a few small additions can\u00a0allow you to increase comfort and improve your night&#8217;s sleep.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sleeping Bag Liners<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/sleeping-bag-liners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sleeping bag liners<\/a> add extra warmth, improve hygiene and help to prolong the life of your sleeping bag. Available in a variety of shapes and sizes designed to fit your sleeping bag style. Our sleeping bag liners are lightweight and include a handy pack away bag.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/polycotton-mummy-sleeping-bag-liner-p2526.aspx\/charcoal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/img.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/product\/013734\/013734_cha_mummy_polycotton_sleeping_bag_liner_ss14_1.jpg?\" alt=\"Polycotton Mummy Sleeping Bag Liner \" width=\"135\" height=\"203\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 150px; background-color: red; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/search\/sleeping%20bag%20liner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Sleeping Bag Liners<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Travel Pillow<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/pillows-blankets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Travel pillows<\/a> are smaller and lighter than standard pillows, making them the ideal\u00a0companion for any trip where\u00a0space is limited.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sleeping Mats<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/camping-furniture\/sleeping-mats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sleeping mats and roll mats<\/a> go under your sleeping bag and provide insulation from the ground to keep\u00a0you warm when sleeping outdoors.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/camping-furniture\/air-beds\/4-p5603.aspx\/orange\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"\/\/img.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/product\/015705\/015705_ora_ultimate_mat_har_ss18_01.jpg?\" alt=\"Ultimate Self Inflating Mat\" width=\"135\" height=\"203\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 150px; background-color: red; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/camping-furniture\/sleeping-mats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Sleeping Mats<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Air Beds<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/camping-furniture\/air-beds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Air beds<\/a> will add a layer of home comfort to your sleeping bag setup.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>Now you have a better idea of \u00a0how to choose the best sleeping bag for you, take a look at our range:<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-3-md col-pad vert-margin-md\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/apex-mini-mid-season-sleeping-bag-p12271.aspx\/petrol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-21482 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022543_PET_Apex-Mini-Mid-Season-Sleeping-Bag-217x325.jpg\" alt=\"Apex Mini Mid Season Sleeping Bag\" width=\"217\" height=\"325\" data-id=\"3173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022543_PET_Apex-Mini-Mid-Season-Sleeping-Bag-217x325.jpg 217w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022543_PET_Apex-Mini-Mid-Season-Sleeping-Bag-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022543_PET_Apex-Mini-Mid-Season-Sleeping-Bag-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022543_PET_Apex-Mini-Mid-Season-Sleeping-Bag-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022543_PET_Apex-Mini-Mid-Season-Sleeping-Bag-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022543_PET_Apex-Mini-Mid-Season-Sleeping-Bag.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 217px) 100vw, 217px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; background-color: red; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Sleeping Bags<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-3-md col-pad vert-margin-md\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/summit-250-sleeping-bag-p13091.aspx\/teal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-21481 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/023158_tea_summit_250_sleeping_bag_hard_aw19_01-217x325.jpg\" alt=\"Summit 250 Winter Sleeping Bag\" width=\"217\" height=\"325\" data-id=\"3173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/023158_tea_summit_250_sleeping_bag_hard_aw19_01-217x325.jpg 217w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/023158_tea_summit_250_sleeping_bag_hard_aw19_01.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 217px) 100vw, 217px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; background-color: red; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/3-4-season-sleeping-bags\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Winter Sleeping Bags\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-3-md col-pad vert-margin-md\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/1-2-season-sleeping-bags\/basecamp-250-sleeping-bag-p13090.aspx\/teal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19691\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/sleeping-bag-3-177x325.jpg\" alt=\"Basecamp 250 Summer Sleeping Bag \" width=\"143\" height=\"263\" data-id=\"3173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/sleeping-bag-3-177x325.jpg 177w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/sleeping-bag-3.jpg 324w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 143px) 100vw, 143px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; background-color: red; color: white; border: 2px solid black; font-weight: 600; padding: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/camping\/sleeping-bags\/1-2-season-sleeping-bags\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shop Summer Sleeping Bags<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-12 col-3-md col-pad vert-margin-md\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainwarehouse.com\/folding-chair-patterned-p12289.aspx\/navy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-21483 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022657_NAV_FOLDING_CHAIR__PATTERNED_HAR_SS24_01-217x325.jpg\" alt=\"Folding Chair - Patterned\" width=\"217\" height=\"325\" data-id=\"3173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022657_NAV_FOLDING_CHAIR__PATTERNED_HAR_SS24_01-217x325.jpg 217w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022657_NAV_FOLDING_CHAIR__PATTERNED_HAR_SS24_01-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022657_NAV_FOLDING_CHAIR__PATTERNED_HAR_SS24_01-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022657_NAV_FOLDING_CHAIR__PATTERNED_HAR_SS24_01-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022657_NAV_FOLDING_CHAIR__PATTERNED_HAR_SS24_01-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/blog.cdn.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/022657_NAV_FOLDING_CHAIR__PATTERNED_HAR_SS24_01.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 217px) 100vw, 217px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" style=\"width: 200px; 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