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REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular

REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular

Item # 717807
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With smart goose down insulation distribution and a waterproof shell, this cold-weather bag is warm, weatherproof and very compressible.

  • Goose down is efficiently distributed for maximum warmth and comfort—800-fill-power goose down on top and 700-fill-power goose down underneath
  • Ultralight nylon shell features Gelanots® waterproof, breathable coating for superior weather protection
  • Vertical Baffle construction lets the goose down remain fully lofted and keeps it from shifting and migrating, preventing cold spots
  • Vertical Baffles also prevent down from shifting to the sides and keep more down on top of the bag where it keeps you warmer
  • Exclusive dual Regulator zippers adjust temperature as needed—fully close both zippers to increase warmth, open inner zipper to decrease warmth
  • Multi-chambered hood and contoured, insulated draft collar seal in heat; trapezoidal foot box increases comfort and provides more space
  • Relaxed fit from hip to knees increases comfort by providing space to move around in
  • Includes nylon stuff sack and large cotton storage bag

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Item 717807

REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular Specs

Specification

Description

Temperature rating (F)-20 degrees Fahrenheit
Temperature rating (C)-29 degrees Celsius
Average weight3 lbs. 12 oz.
Average weight - metric1.70 kilograms
ShellNylon
FillBottom:700/top: 800-fill goose down
Fill weightUnavailable
LiningPolyester taffeta
Fits up to6 feet
Shoulder girth64 inches
Hip girth60 inches
Stuff sack size9 x 21 inches
Sleeping bag shapeMummy
GenderUnisex
Insulation typeDown

REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular Customer Reviews

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REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular
 
4.3

(based on 15 reviews)

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (13)
  • Warm (13)
  • Adjustable hood (9)
  • Packs small / compresses (9)
  • Water resistant (6)

Cons

  • Absorbs water (3)
  • Zipper snags easily (3)

Best Uses

  • Cold conditions (14)
  • Backpacking (13)
  • Car camping (4)
  • 3 season use (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (12), Casual/ recreational (3)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Comfort driven (3), Survivalist / minimalist (3)

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Jan

27

2009

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Great bag

By TTTG

from Elizabeth City, North Carolina

About Me Outdoor Professional

Site Member

Pros

  • Adjustable Hood
  • Great Zipper System
  • Lightweight
  • Stows Easily
  • Warm
  • Water Resistant

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Cold Conditions

    Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

    I have been down to -10 deg. with this bag and stayed warm, and I was in a hammock! If I could change anything, I would have a left hand zipper.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jan

    12

    2009

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Not too shabby!

    By Bivouac

    from Boston, MA

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Adjustable Hood
    • Lightweight
    • Stows Easily

    Cons

    • Absorbs Water
    • Doesn't dry easily

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Cold Conditions

    Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

    I bought this to replace a heavy, bulky synthetic that was rated to -10 degrees F. Size and weight are fantastic. It sure makes those 15+ mile legs a bit easier where taking off a couple of pounds gives you that much more comfort. The extra space allows for a bit more room in the pack.

    I'm not too sure about the -20 rating. Used it on a number of occasions where it went sub zero at night. Not close to -20, but below zero. I found I still had to wear a layer of polypro to stay nice and warm on those nights. For a bag rated for -20, you should be able to go commando. Not in this bag.

    Like all things down, heavy moisture is the bane of this bag. I suppose that's the advantage of synthetic. The outer layer of the bag did a fairly good job at keeping the majority of the moisture out, but some still gets in at times.

    Not a good choice for sub zero if you're a bivvy bag kind of person. In tents though, this thing is fan-freaking-tastic. Never had any issues that weren't easily remedied in a four-season tent.

    Be sure to leave the bag hanging for storage instead of using the oversized storage bag they give you. Keeping it in the case will cause the down to clump up, reducing it's effectiveness. There's a loop on the bottom of the bag for this. If it does clump up, a trip through the dryer will fix it.

    Three stars because it's still really good. Five stars go to the bags I've pooped bricks over. This wasn't one of them, though it's still really great for what it offers.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    15

    2007

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Sweet Bag

    By buildgreen

    from Austin, TX

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Pros

    • Great Zipper System
    • Lightweight
    • Warm

    Cons

    • Absorbs Water

    Best Uses

    • Cold Conditions

    Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

    I bought this bag for a 3 month expedition in Patagonia. After much research I decided this bag was the one and I do not regret my decision. This bag was roomy, warm, and light. I was comfortably warm at 0 degrees and paired with silk liner warm well below that. I would not recommend this bag for temperatures above freezing because it is so well insulated you get really hot. However, having said that, the two zipper design allows great regulation of warmth. I love this bag. Oh, not recommended for wet weather, but that goes for any down bag.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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    Mar

    9

    2008

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    A great sleeping bag!!

    By dan_ny

    from new york

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Pros

    • Adjustable Hood
    • Lightweight
    • Warm
    • Water Resistant

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Cold Conditions

      Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

      I used this bag on a 3 night Presidential Traverse March 4-7 of 2008 with temps dipping below 0 and was utterly warm. Roomy enough to stash my gloves, shell jacket, soft shell jacket, and myself in a down parka and still zip up nice and cozy. Only complaint, my feet got a little cold .... otherwise its a great bag.

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      Dec

      11

      2007

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Kilo excels in all conditions

      By Echo5Kilo

      from Minnesota

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Lightweight
      • Stows Easily
      • Very comfortable
      • Warm

      Cons

      • None that I have found

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Cold Conditions

      Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

      I've used this bag in a multitude of scenarios and temperatures. It works best when it's colder, but with the multi-zipper system, you have plenty of ventilation flexability. Great packer, and partnered with a good pad, this bag works well in any cold-weather backpacking environment.

      Note: be careful around extreme wet conditions.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      21

      2007

      (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      I love my REI Kilo !

      By Ronny

      from Littleton, Colorado

      About Me Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Adjustable Hood
      • Great Zipper System
      • Lightweight
      • Stows Easily
      • Warm
      • Water Resistant

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • 3 Season Camping
        • Backpacking
        • Car Camping
        • Cold Conditions

        Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

        I have used this bag in almost all conditions, and I can't say enough about it. My friends also rave about it and some have even bought one of their own. I bought mine about 4 years ago, and this has been one of my best purchases ever. I highly reccomend it!

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        13

        2007

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Toasty Warm and Very Light

        By Kiliclimber1

        from Auburn, WA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Lightweight
        • Stows Easily
        • Warm
        • Water Resistant

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Cold Conditions

          Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

          My wife and I each had one of these on our Kilimanjaro climb. They were warm and comfortable, but my wife's should have been regular length, even though she's not over 5'6".

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jan

          3

          2009

          (2 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

           
          3.0

          I replaced my Western Mountaineering Bag

          By TheObserver

          from NYC

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Adjustable Hood
          • Great Zipper System
          • Stows Easily
          • Warm
          • Water Resistant

          Cons

          • Heavy

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Cold Conditions

          Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

          Great bag!

          Its so warm!

          I was suffering from cold at nights with my Western Mountaineering bag. It looked great on paper, being light and rated at the very low temperature. But it turned out to be over rated. The shell tour easily and it wasn't very water repellent. Hard to imagine considering the huge price Western Mountaineering charges.

          The Kilo is truly made to be a expedition bag. The insulation and protection is great. The price is great.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          15

          2007

          (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          great sleeping bag

          By quico

          from Spain

          About Me Avid Adventurer, climbing up 7000 meters

          Pros

          • Adjustable Hood
          • Lightweight
          • Warm

          Cons

          • Double cursor int zipper

          Best Uses

          • Cold Conditions

          Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

          First, Sorry for my bad English. Great sleeping bag, To improve this I think need more down o fiber on feet and more space on feet. Between the zippers one thrmic lappel because when the interior zipper it's open cold pass for the first zipp.[...]

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          28

          2007

          (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          love this bag

          By heavy pack

          from peoria, Az

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Adjustable Hood
          • Warm
          • Water Resistant

          Cons

          • have not found one yet

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Car Camping
          • Cold Conditions

          Comments about REI Kilo Expedition -20 Sleeping Bag - Regular:

          great bag i pack this any time it gets below 40 degrees. always warm even at 0-15 degrees no problem.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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