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REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag

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The synthetic REI Polar Pod +10 sleeping bag is priced for your budget, yet it's still feature-packed and built to last on the trail or in camp.

European Norm (EN) is an independent third-party temperature rating, allowing accurate comparisons across brands with other EN-rated bags
Synthetic hollow-core polyester fiber insulation retains heat while providing loft and compressibility
Relaxed fit through the shoulders and hips gives you room to move for a better night's rest; roomy footbox for move-around comfort
Overlapping shingle construction distributes insulation evenly and keeps it from moving around so there are no cold spots
Contoured hood, face muffler, draft collar, roomy footbox and full-length insulated draft tube keep warmth in and cold out
Durable ripstop nylon shell is lined with smooth taffeta for comfort against your skin
Exterior chest pocket is great for stowing small necessities like your watch or lip balm, alleviating middle-of-the-night fumbling
Differentiated drawcords let you adjust the hood and neck openings easily in the dark
Includes nylon stuff sack and cotton storage bag

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REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag Customer Reviews

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REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag

4.1

(based on 16 reviews)

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Warm (15)
Comfortable (14)
Adjustable hood (10)
Roomy (8)
Durable (4)

Cons

Packs too large (11)
Heavy / bulky (10)

Best Uses

Car camping (12)
Cold conditions (11)
Year round (6)
3 season use (4)
Backpacking (3)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (7), Casual/ recreational (6)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Survivalist / minimalist (8), Comfort driven (7)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (15)

Reviewed by 16 customers

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Feb

2013

5.0

Terrific, warm, cheap bag!

By KoSo

from Chicago

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Adjustable Hood
Comfortable
Warm

Cons

Packs Too Large

Best Uses

4 Season camping
Car Camping
Cold Conditions

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

I have used this bag for a few months car camping on the east coast. Temperatures have been down to 15 degrees F during this time, and I was perfectly comfortable at that temperature. As other reviewers have mentioned, it is not the most svelte bag on the market, but it is economically priced and extremely functional in terms of keeping the inhabitnat warm. Also, since it's a synthetic, it does better in wet conditions and with breath condensation.

The only real problem with the bag is that I sleep too soundly when I'm in it and have overslept a few times because I was so comfortable.

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Jan

2013

5.0

great bag great price

By Willightsm

from Santa Clarita, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Adjustable Hood
Comfortable
Lightweight
Roomy
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

3 Season Camping
Car Camping

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

I didn't think I'd like a "mummy bag"; but this bag is very roomy, very warm, and the zipper doesn't snag if both sides are properly aligned. I car camp, so my main concerns were warmth and comfort. I don't care about packed size; and wouldn't recommend this bag for a backpacker. The stuff sack supplied is way too small; as you'd need a hydraulic press to get this bag into it. If you aren't concerned with packed size; then this bag will likely satisfy your needs.

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Aug

2012

5.0

It's warm and keeps you dry!

By i love to hike

from California

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Adjustable Hood
Comfortable
Durable
Roomy
Warm

Cons

Heavy / Bulky
Packs Too Large

Best Uses

3 Season Camping
Car Camping
Cold Conditions

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

You need to know before you buy this sleeping bag that it is huge! It packs super large. It is NOT for backpacking whatsoever.

That being said, this is a wonderful sleeping bag! I went car camping with friends last fall. We were expecting rain, but then the temperatures suddenly dropped and it started snowing. The tent collapsed so we slept in the cab of my friend's truck. My friends, who laughed at me when they saw my huge bag, were shivering in their tiny, thin bags. I was actually too hot, and had to open the zipper a little to cool down.

I went camping a 2nd time in my tiny, cheap tent. At night, the condensation was really bad and the head & foot of my sleeping bag got wet. However, the water didn't soak through the bag at all and I stayed dry. I didn't even notice the water until the morning.

I'm a 5'3", 125 lb. female, so the regular sleeping bag was very roomy for me. Along with the REI 2.5" camp bed, I was as comfortable as I am in my bed at home!

For the price, this is a high quality, warm bag, highly recommended for car camping.

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Aug

2012

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

MMMM That's a Cozy Sack

By SMILEYouAreAlive

from New York, NY

About Me Environmentalist

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Pros

Comfortable
Warm

Cons

Heavy / Bulky
Packs Too Large

Best Uses

Car Camping
Cold Conditions

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

I got this pack at the REI garage sale in San Francisco! It was on sale for [$]! This was the second sleeping bag I have ever owned. This was a pretty funny purchase, because my living style has change so much since I bought this last year. I pack it in my Granite Gear Stratus Access 5500 cu in pack and hitched back to Arcata! Now I realize this bag is not for me as I travel, but if or when I have a car this bag would be great! it's durable and super warm! I use it in the winter now as a comforter!Cheers! Keep Trekking!

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Aug

2012

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Polar Pod +10

By RtistBob

from Covina, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Adjustable Hood
Comfortable
Lightweight
Packs Small
Roomy
Vents well in summer
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

4 Season camping
Backpacking
Car Camping
Climbing
Cold Conditions

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

First time buying down bag--and I am wondering why it took so long!

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Mar

2012

2.0

Not the typical REI brand quality

By snowboundskier

from Alaska

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Adjustable Hood
Comfortable
Warm

Cons

Poor constuctionsewing
Thinner nylon material

Best Uses

Backpacking
Car Camping

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

I was excited to order this bag for myself, but was sorely disappointed. Compared to my husband's Marmot bag and even my kid's Slumberjack bags, this bag lacked in construction...not typical of the REI brand in my experience. The nylon material was thin and flimsy compared to our other bags and the stitching was poor. The fill showed at the seams and I was worried repeat use would cause the stitching to tear the nylon. I returned this bag and will order a Marmot bag instead.

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Nov

2011

4.0

Great for the casual witner camper

By Zarakaar

from Medford, MA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Draft Tube Collar
Durable
Warm

Cons

Heavy / Bulky
Packs Too Large

Best Uses

Car Camping
Cold Conditions

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

I haven't done any serious backpacking or winter camping in years, and I needed a bag to tent out while many friends were in cabins. This was absolutely the perfect purchase.

Yes, it's bulky. It's also probably too heavy to backpack with, but for car camping it was great.

I was looking for a good winter solution without paying through the nose for a lower weight I don't care about. With a bag liner this is especially comfortable and will certainly keep you warm. My favorite part of the sturdy construction is the draft tube along the zipper, which keeps you warm even if you're moving around in the bag while you sleep.

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Nov

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Very Comfortable & Warm, but it's Bulky

By Saco Mike

from Methuen, MA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Adjustable Hood
Comfortable
Durable
Warm

Cons

Heavy / Bulky
Packs Too Large

Best Uses

4 Season camping
Car Camping
Cold Conditions

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

This bag is extremely comfortable. It's soft and fits your body like a glove. I used this for cold camping in New England with temps dropping into the upper 20's and this bag held up very well. I'm sure that it can handle the 10-12 degrees Fahrenheit as indicated by the manufacturer and EN ratings.

The reason I gave it 4 stars is because it does pack large. But for what I use it for it's perfect. I pack a large tote with my Camp Dome 2 and REI Camp Bed 3.5 sleeping pad. The three make an excellent combo for a soloist. Anyone familiar with those products can tell I value I comfort over compact.

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Aug

2011

4.0

Great Bag!

By Burke the Camper

from Maryland

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Adjustable Hood
Comfortable
Durable
Roomy
Warm

Cons

Heavy / Bulky

Best Uses

4 Season camping

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

This bag is great. Yes, it is a little large, you will always trade size for comfort. But if you get a compression stuff sack it will fit in most backpacks. I had this bag in the Blue Ridge Mountains and Western Maryland Mountains for back country camping trips and it worked great. I also winter camped with this bag and it got down the -5 one night and I didn't freeze. I wouldn't use it in summer as it is a little warm. But in freezing to moderately cold temperatures this bag is great, even in the back-country were ounces equal pounds. Perfect for car camping as well. And for the price its a really good deal.

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Jul

2011

2.0

Nice but just too big to carry trekking.

By inhale

from Sacramento, California

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Warm

Cons

Heavy / Bulky
Packs Too Large

Best Uses

Comments about REI Polar Pod +10 Sleeping Bag:

I ordered this bag on sale thinking it was a great steal. The other reviews were right. The bag is just too darn big and doesn't compress easily. It's warm and cozy, but I have a large pack, and it simply takes up too much room. So much that I would not be able to pack the rest of my gear in my 60 L pack when I go out trekking for 5-9 days. Such a disappointment. If you have a big pack, and you only plan to trek for a day or two, this bag is fine. If you need space for a 5-9 day trek, you're going to want to pass on this bag.