How to Choose a Sleeping Bag for the Coldest Night You Expect
Match the comfort rating to your coldest night, then choose fill, shape, and fit.
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Sleeping Bags
A sleeping bag has one job, which is to keep you warm at the lowest temperature you expect to sleep in. This section covers how to read temperature ratings, choose down or synthetic fill, and match a bag's shape and length to how you sleep.
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