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Sierra Designs Zissou 23 Sleeping Bag
The Zissou 23°F sleeping bag features the new Sierra Designs DriDown™ finish for down insulation. It resists water and dries fast for backpacking in chilly, wet weather!
- Regular down takes on water and is very difficult to dry; DriDown proprietary process treats each individual duck down plume with a hydrophobic finish
- With the duck down now resistant to water, the insulation maintains its loft and stays dry 7 times longer than untreated down
- It also performs better in high humidity than regular down and, in case it accidentally gets wet, it will dry out faster, too
- Lightweight yet durable 30-denier micro-ripstop polyester shell and comfortable, moisture-wicking polyester lining warm up fast
- Baffle construction keeps down from migrating, eliminating cold spots
- Full-length 2-way, double sliding zipper allows easy venting; locking slider is backed by wide, antisnag binding tape
- Snag-free zipper tracks prevent the dreaded stuck zipper by creating a barrier between the lining and the zipper track
- Fully insulated draft tube backing the zipper keeps body heat in and cold air out
- Ergonomic, nonrestrictive hood cradles your head in warmth; hood features differentiated drawcords that make fit adjustments easy, even in the dark
- Roomy, ergonomically shaped footbox enhances comfort and warmth of feet
- Sierra Designs Zissou 23°F comes with stuff sack and storage bag
- European Norm (EN) is an independent third-party temperature rating, allowing accurate comparisons across brands with other EN-rated bags
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Sierra Designs Zissou 23 Sleeping Bag Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Packs small (19)
- Lightweight (18)
- Comfortable (14)
- Warm (13)
- Adjustable hood (8)
Cons
- Zipper snags easily (4)
- Inaccurate temp rating (3)
Best Uses
- 3 season use (15)
- Backpacking (14)
- Car camping (5)
- Cold conditions (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (12), Avid adventurer (5)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Survivalist / minimalist (10), Comfort driven (8)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (19)
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Pros
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
Cons
- Inaccurate Temp Rating
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
I wanted a smaller bag so I could take a smaller pack for weekend backpacking trips. I know a number of people who own this bag and highly rate it so I took the plunge and bought one. Even in the large size the packed size and weight were impressive.
The first use was a night with temperatures only down to around 40 degrees with an insulated air pad and I was cold to the point I had to put on a fleece jacket so there is no way this is 23 degree bag.
I always look after my bags and store them loosely and shook the bag out about 3 hours before bedtime so it had lofted as much as it was going to.
Maybe I just got a bad one? However I returned it and got a much cheaper Kelty bag that far exceeded my expectations. 8oz heavier but very comfortable even in colder conditions.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Roomy
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
- Cold Conditions
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
I used this on a backpacking trip in the Red River Gorge. It was a wet drip and my bag performed like new the whole time. It is light and compressed very well. It even felt a little roomier than most bags that I've used. The temp got down to around 33 F and I was hot with pants and a t-shirt. I'm anxious to test it out in the "real" cold.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Packs Small
Cons
- Inaccurate Temp Rating
- Leaks Down
Best Uses
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
Temps only got down to 25, yet with an insulated mat, a blanket, two layers of clothing, and a dog, I still froze. Plus, I found feathers stuck in my blanket. Also, could see where there wasn't down in areas (this is AFTER shaking it like crazy).
This bag would be fine for summer camping, but it is definitely NOT 3 season, unless you are in a warm climate for those 3 seasons.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
First use was during a 5 night backpacking trip in the California Sierras, Summer 2013. It was light and compact, yet fluffed up nicely and provided all the warmth needed for the nights over 10,000 ft. elevation with overnight temps probably approached freezing.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Hood
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Roomy
- Warm
Cons
- Zipper Snags Easily
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
As advertised. Great feel and fit. Love the weight to warmth ratio. The spare pocket is a nice touch. The zipper requires getting used to but other than that ... its a homerun!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable Hood
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Roomy
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
With a pack weight of 24lbs for a 3 day backpacking adventure in the Sierras, this mummy bag did the trick with minimal weight, very VERY small pack size (we used a stuff sack a size smaller than recommended... but it fit! Just remember to fluff the sleeping bag out vigorously ASAP!), and it kept both my husband and I cozy warm (we each have one) comfortably down to low 40's. Zippers didn't catch, had plenty of mobility during sleep, and our air pillows fit perfect inside the head area even after pulling the cords on the bag fairly snug around our faces. Haven't got it wet yet, so can't attest to anything there. This was an upgrade from a heavier and slightly cooler rated mummy bag previously, and can't say enough good things about the lightened load and extra space in the pack thanks to this new Zissou bag compared to our old Marmot bags!
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
- Cold Conditions
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
A nice little bag. Haven't used it in winter yet, but did use it in a cold spring day on a ridge top and kept me nice and toasty.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Roomy
Cons
- Foot Warmth
Best Uses
- Backpacking
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
Used car camping and backpacking. Found warmth at
feet not adequate. Only used twice so far though
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Warm
Cons
- Zipper Snags Easily
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
Let me start by admitting that I'm a sleeping bag snob. After buying a Marmot Atom, I've converted completely to down and can't go back to synthetic. I try to buy the nicest down bag I can afford. I needed a 20*F bag for car camping but really wanted one I could backpack with as well. I was going to buy a synthetic for the weather resistance but I just couldn't do it. I had given up my search when REI put this bag on sale for 25% off.
I am very impressed with this bag. It wouldn't qualify as an UL bag, but at a fraction the price with some supposed water resistance it is a great price and weight. It is very compressible, probably compresses to about 2L. The shell is very comfortable; it's slick but not noisy, warm but breathable. The bag is 95% as nice as my Marmot 850 bags at a fraction the cost.
I must warn, however, it is definitely a 20*F bag. By that I mean, 23*F is the lower limit rating. I have used the bag several times above freezing and it's been comfortably warm in a base layer. Last night, however, the temperature was in the upper 20s with occasional light breezes (I avoid tents, I was on a tarp with just the bag). My core was very warm but my legs and feet were very cold. You can definitely survive a night in the 20s but next time I'm bringing some thermals and warmer socks!
It's been holding up great after a dozen nights or so. I have not complaints about the bag. If I had to pick a nit, it would be the zipper which is sometimes stubborn (like every bag) but it was advertised to be snag resistant...it isn't really.
If you need the ultimate compromise of a bag -- down luxury with the weather resistance of plastic -- consider the Zissou.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Packs Small
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- 3 Season Camping
- Backpacking
- Car Camping
Comments about Sierra Designs Zissou 23 DriDown Sleeping Bag:
So.... I last bought a sleeping bag in 1991 - a 20 degree mummy bag with synthetic fill. I finally decided that Old Nelly was just too heavy and bulky for the backpacking trips that I was going on with my 5 year old (suddenly, the old bag seemed just too heavy when I was ALSO carrying my daughter's). I very much like this bag. It is light and packs small and is very warm. I am 6 foot 3 and 205 pounds and don't feel too cramped (it's a mummy bag, so it's all relative - you're never going to sleep spread eagle in it). I am only giving 4 stars because I've taken it on only two trips and have only made limited use of it. I would definitely recommend this bag.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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