eva908•1d ago

Realized my sleeping bag rating was off after a cold night in Flagstaff

I always bought sleeping bags based on the comfort rating number on the tag. Last month I camped near Flagstaff and it hit 28 degrees. My bag said 20 degree rating but I was freezing all night. I looked up the actual EN standard ratings and found out most brands list the survival limit, not the comfort zone. Now I add 10 to 15 degrees to any rating before I buy. Has anyone else had a bag that didn't live up to its temp claim?

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mary7761d ago

Did you read that outdoor gear lab study on bag ratings?

laura_black311d ago

Read it and immediately questioned every decision I've ever made about keeping warm at night. Now I'm side-eyeing my sleeping bag like it's personally betrayed me.