It's finally arrived, my new Zpacks sleeping bag. I weighs in at 575 grams (in cuben stuff sack).
I had Joe make this in the longer length as these have no hood and with a beanie on I can also pull up above my head for extra warmth. It is stuffed with the new waterproof down and new pertex fabric cover.
There is an elastic cord to close bag around at the top,
See full details at http://www.zpacks.com/quilts/sleepingbag.shtml
The rating is -7c and from all reviews is true to rating. Labour W/E in Kaimanawa's will test this out!
My current bag, that I will still use for summer, is the Western Mountaineering HighLite - 455 grams. A great bag I have used for a few years now and rates +2c.
Joe recommends sleeping "zip under" after holding zip horizontally and shaking down so the bulk is on top of you
This blog is designed to exchange ideas about how to dramatically cut your gear weight to make tramping (hiking) trips less strenuous, but still remain safe and sensible. Subscribe, make comments, ask for advice, or share your lightweight gear experiences with our community. The header photo features me on McKellar Saddle. The pack is the 45Lt Zpacks Arc Blast, hiking poles Helinox FL120, Dirty Girl gaiters, Spalms sunsleeves and Altra Lone Peak shoes
Hi Rob. This zip under makes me think that it could cause damage to the sleeping mat. What do you think?
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