How to Choose Sleeping Bags for Backpacking

A cozy choice for backpacking, the Sea to Summit Hamelin Synthetic 15°F sleeping bag tackles varied climates and damp conditions with ease, thanks to its water repellency and body-mapped warmth.
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Imported.
Best Use | Backpacking |
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Tested Lower Limit | 15 degrees (F) - ISO |
Tested Comfort | 24 degrees (F) - ISO |
Temperature Rating (F) | 15 degrees (F) |
Temperature Rating (C) | -9 degrees (C) |
Weight | Regular: 3 lbs. 9.4 oz. Long: 4 lbs. 0.8 oz. |
Shell | 50-denier 300T recycled polyester pongee with Cire and C0 durable water repellent (DWR) finishes |
Zipper Location | Left/Right |
Insulation Type | Synthetic |
Fill | Synthetic insulation |
Fill Weight | Regular: 2 lbs. 10.7 oz. Long: 3 lbs. 0.5 oz. |
Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
Lining | 50-denier 300T recycled polyester taffeta with Cire and C0 DWR finishes |
Sleeping Bag Shape | Semirectangular |
Fits Up To (in.) | Regular: 73 inches Long: 78 inches |
Shoulder Girth (in.) | Regular: 62.2 inches Long: 66.1 inches |
Hip Girth (in.) | Regular: 62.2 inches Long: 66.1 inches |
Stuff Sack Size | Unavailable |
Stuff Sack Volume | 26 liters |
Compressed Volume | Unavailable |
Gender | Unisex |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I waited to write this review until I had used this bag a few times, but my initial impression of disappointment remained unchanged. . . The bag has an interesting zipper config that works well, but that is the only pro going for it. . . The bag is too large and heavy for any practical use other than an inhome sleepover or maybe car-camping. The bag does not compress well and is cumbersome. The bags size and weight to heat rating is horrible. The shape is odd and the zippers rub your elbows. I am sorry Sea to Summit, but this bag is a major swing and a miss. Hard Pass on this one and I hope Sea to Summit will do better going forward.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have owned a wide variety of sleeping bags in my 50+ years of hiking / bike touring. For the money, this bag is hard to beat. Well thought out, with many extra features - from the double zip to the fold open/ quilt stye, to the hang loops to help facilitate drying. I love my down bags, but when the forecast calls for rain, I will always pack a synthetic filled bag. Posted temp range is spot on - with just an ensolite / foam pad, and a light base layer, I slept comfortable down into the mid 30s.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used the 15 degree bag and enjoyed it. This bag is roomy. I slept well as a broad-shouldered 72' man, which is not the norm. I've spent 15 nights in it in temps ranging from 20s to 50s. It was comfortable in all temps, with plenty of venting options if it was too warm and mummy option for the cooler nights. The full zip allowed me to get some fresh air cleansing. I don't have any cons to speak of. Happy to add it to my sleeping quiver.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Used this recently for several days with low temperatures around forty, and actually opened the bag to be cool enough. I’m claustrophobic so the extra room is appreciated too. Well built and well designed.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very good quality however the comfort is lacking. It's formed in a way to be closer to the body but it's very difficult to move around in. I wish it was wider
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really like the space in this bag. It's roomy and compresses well for a synthetic. Good options for ventilation👍