PAUL S.
Fits me good but too big for reason I bought it: bikepacking
Jessica B.
Sleeping bag was purchased for my brother. He is 6 foot and 9 inches, and has broad shoulders. It fit him very well, and had room for movement.
Cara
I took this bag out for a night hammock camping in Alaska, and even though the temperature dropped to around 20 degrees, i was toasty warm! I did have an under quilt as well, but this sleeping bag stood up to the test of a cold night in a temperate rainforest. The bag also compresses down super well and we easy to fit in my pack. 10/10 would buy again!
aaron g.
This bag is awesome! I bought this bag for a fall deer hunt but I was so excited to try it I slept in the back yard in early April. The over night temp was in the low 30's and this bag paired with the ultra lite pad kept me warm in a t shirt and shorts. This is a great bag and the price just makes it better.
Tamara W.
I have been using it for winter camping in Alaska. I use it inside another bag for temps around -20 and up. Overall the bag is okay however it does seem to clump up and have a hard time fluffing out. I keep it stored unpacked when not camping. I do like the hood and zipper.
Roy P.
Great sleeping bag. Can’t wait to put it to use.
Susan P.
Súper cold up in the NH mountains in an unheated cabin and this sleeping bag kept me toasty!
Mark C.
Love this lightweight, compact and especially warm sleeping bag! I use it for winter camping and there is no doubt in my mind that I will be warm enough!
Ly T.
It’s compact and lightweight for easy storage.
Clifford R.
Gave itvto a friend as a gift... He loves it & so does his dog...
Rob B.
Hammock camping
as I type in a preserve state park with my teenage son- both of us sporting the Hyke and Byke Katahdin 0°F. Probably don’t need that temp rating this time around but the insulation is great, and the fabric/lining is really soft and comfortable.
Nancy N.
Very well made and comfy!
Diane H.
Purchased for my son at Christmas. He just used it last weekend and can verify that it is WARM!!
Jerry P.
Bought for grand children for cold weather camping. Have not tried out yet but the quality was as good as much more expensive bags. Very light for a none down bag. Very impressed. Would recommend.
Jordan H.
Kept me warm in 10 degrees. Easy to pack and light to haul.
Gretchen C.
I purchased this for a grandson but have been unable to give it to him dueto illness. Not sure when that will change. From my standpoint I have been impressed with your company and its policies. Would not be hesitant to order from you again.
Andrea C.
Wasn't sure whether to get this one or the down. We tried this one bc of the wet tn weather in the winters. Turned out to be a great buy. No regrets.
Kyle C.
The hybrid quality of this bag is great. I’ve used it in Montana in the mountains for an elk archery hunt in September and it kept me warm and dry. Temperature were in the 30’s at night the whole week. The Long is extra perfect to give you more space to stay warm. It packs down great to fit in your back pack too.
J T.
I like the warmth in relation to the size and weight and the quality of manufacturing. I’m using it for survival school.
cooper M.
Love it. Nice and warm. Packs down real small. Seems durable. Good build quality.
Jeff H.
Used on motorcycle trip to the Az city of Pine first weekend of December. Worked great and on that 28 degree first morning I was toasty warm. Also folds small enough to transport on the motorcycle.
Chris D.
An awesome sleeping bag, I first climbed in and after a few minutes I was amazed at how warm it really was, I’m so looking forward in doing some winter camping in northern Maine near Mount Katahdin.
Carolyn J.
Bought this bag for an overnight hammock backpacking trip that was going to be colder than expected. It got to around 35 degrees, and this bag stayed cozy - and I’m ALWAYS cold! I was worried about condensation from my breath making the bag wet (I had my head completely inside), but the inside of the bag was totally dry. The outside was slightly damp in the AM, but didn’t make me cold or wet. This bag is excellent for the price, size, and weight!
Fiona A.
My son is in the Service. We bought this for him for his birthday. He is in the field right now using it. He said it is the best and warmest sleeping bag He has ever used. 29 degrees and snowing.
Jim D.
Warm until 35°, I felt cold after that
Abz N.
This bag keeps me warm without supplemental liner or blankets into the mid-teens (F). Very soft and pillowy! I like the style of the zipper, I just wish the it went further down the length of the bag. Other than that, no complaints! Well worth the value. I like the company mission and the customer service was great! Looking forward to many more cozy nights in the back country with this bag!
Alexander H.
Went Elk hunting in Colorado and I couldn’t have done it with my 25 degree bag. Great addition to my gear list
Bryan R.
Used a couple times. Very compact, light, and warm.
Joey R.
There's a reason this "0" degree bag is lighter than every other brand's 0...it has less insulation. I'm a pretty hot sleeper and at 32 degrees I needed to wear extra clothes to be comfortable at night. I will say that after 6 days in wet conditions the bag didn't soak up any moisture. If you're wanting to go light and don't mind sleeping in extra clothes this bag will be ok.
jackie r.
Used the bag in Alask mountain goat hunt only got down in the twenties. We had to still wear thermals and down pants with down jacket to sleep
August F.
Very comfortable bag! Love the synthetic down, used it for a 10 day backcountry hunt. Temps down to 14 degrees and snow. Will definitely recommend to others.
Rab R.
Works for my backcountry bivouac sleeping system setup. I was looking for a lightweight synthetic sleeping bag that is rated 0 Fahrenheit or below. I complemented the Kathadin 0 with two Virtual Barrier Liners from Rab and Western Mountaineering, a Rab Storm Bivy and HykeAndBike sleeping pad. I was able to sleep comfortably in temperatures of low to mid 20's with considerable amount of wind gust. I was wearing down pants, down jacket, down socks, goretex pants and jacket as well. I cannot render an opinion solely on just the sleeping bag alone because I use other items to increase the performance of my gear. The sleeping bag performed great even with its low R value because I inflated it to the max so that I wouldn't feel the cold granite on my back. I was also using an emergency bivy with reflective coating as a ground cloth which I would crawl into if the weather gets foul. I wish HykeAndByke will consider to make all the items I have mentioned in my sleep system. It would also be nice if I would one day see a HykeAndByke windsack that I can easily deploy as a shelter in challenging weather. All the best to a promising company with founders who want everyone to enjoy the backcountry without shelling thousands of dollars for the gear.
Jaremy D.
I bought and used the Katahdin 0°F 625 Fill Power Hydrophobic Sleeping Bag with Advanced Synthetic for an 8 day backpack hunting trip in the backcountry of Oregon and the temperatures only dipped into the low 30's. Unfortunately I had to add several layers to stay warm. I also used the same sleeping pad I have used for years which has an R-Value to it. My old Nemo 20 disagree sleeping bag keeps me much warmer in lower tempratures. Pretty disappointed in this sleeping especially because of all the hype that Byke and Hyke does about the quality and price point of their gear.
Colby D.
I bought this for an upcoming elk hunt, so I haven’t tested out the warming capabilities yet, but you will quickly unzip and climb out of this bag at a balmy 70 degrees in the house. It is way too warm to be trying out in the house. The sleeping bag packs down to a reasonable size and it looks good when rolled out. I also like the fact that at 6’2” 220lbs I can zip the bag all the way up. My only complaint as I have not field tested yet is the customer service. As in there is no customer service and you can send as many emails as you want and no one will respond.
Tayo I.
Bought this for a 3 day 2 night backpacking trip in Idaho with nights dropping to the mid 20s. Worked perfectly. This + the Klymit Insulated Static V sleeping pad kept me warm and comfortable. Great value for the price.
Alexander M.
Soft and comfortable. This sleeping bad definitely kept me warm and is easy to pack up.
Lonnie C.
I have not had a chance to use it in the field. I did crawl into it once. I had trouble getting it zipped. It was very tight around my chest and shoulder area. Maybe I should have bought the long? I’m 5’8” and weigh 250 but carry my fat well and have wide shoulders for my build. Others in better shape should not have an issue. I’ll update once I have a chance to use this bag. The stuff sack seems to be good quality. The bag is nice and light for the temp rating. The bag seems to be very well constructed. I will be taking it on a road trip soon where I’ll be sleeping in the back of my pickup and may have a chance to try it out if temps permit or warrant it.
Kathleen P.
Lightweight and warm. We had no trouble rolling it up into the stuff sack. Just push out as much air as you can.
Kendra E.
Love it. So warm and lightweight! Spacious too!
Makenzie M.
This was perfect! It got so cold last night and I was able to sleep comfortably without sweats on, which is very hard for me to do. It was the most comfortable sleeping bag I have ever been in and allows for cute dogs to snuggle in and close by!
Corey S.
Loved the sleeping bag. Kept me warm and comfortable throughout 2 weeks of sleeping outdoors. Only addition I would make is a bivy cover or other waterproofing device.
Y’all may sell those on your website (I haven’t checked). But I think it should come as part of the sleeping bag.
Great product overall
Cristopher M.
I purchased this bag with the express purpose of keeping me warm on my summit of Kilimanjaro (Africa's highest point at 19,341 feet.) Our highest camp was at 15,200 feet, two of our camps were around 13,200 feet, with two others at 12,200 feet.
I can say that once I got in and warmed up, I absolutely stayed warm. I run cold, and I'm uncomfortable when I'm cold--so needless to say, I had to have a bag that would sustain my warmth at the high altitudes. The H&B 0F Katahdin synthetic did not disappoint! The bag is very comfy! It is roomy enough to roll over in the night, or reorganized yourself as needed. The zipper did not snag but a few times. It is lightweight and it packs down well for a synthetic. I would highly recommend it. We reached the summit and it was glorious. Thanks for keeping me warm!
Klay S.
Best sleeping bag I’ve ever had. Took it scouting for this years elk season. In northern Colorado, weather got down to 19°F at 11000ft and it kept me pretty well insulated, didn’t feel that bad at all. Very compactable and light weight if you were planning for a backpacking trip.
Kyle C.
I have only laid in this in my living room. It seems well built and most likely to keep me warm at 9000 feet in the mountains in September. I can give a better review I use it there in September 2021.
Karmen M.
Love the product, I mever received the sticker to promote your business on the back of my camper though.
Blake H.
This is a very comfy and warm sleeping bag! Took it out to the desert and temperature got down to 15 degrees and I stayed warm! What I really like about it is the material inside allows you to roll to your other side (I am a side sleeper) without rotating the entire bag! While hiking, the bag compresses small to make room for other items in your backpack. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
Burleigh R.
I am excited to use the New bag in the BWCA this some.
I won't be cold again!
Brian
Excellent 0 degree bag! I've used this multiple for backpacking and camping trips. Good quality, very lightweight material. Kept me warm in low 30s overnight at 1,800 feet of elevation. Overall very satisfied with this product!
Ignacio C.
Excellent bag!!
Bruce L.
I will be using my bag this fall at 10,000 feet in the mountains of Colorado. So far I am very impressed with the quality and Hyke And Byke. I am very confident I will have a great experience. One of the guys going with me in November was so impressed with my bag, he bought one also. Thanks H an B!
RICHARD W.
Currently Hiking the AT with bad cell service. Beyond pleased with the product, and would highly recommend.
Rich Westfall
Kristin S.
Using it for the first time this weekend. Works great with my sleep system setup on my Living Room floor lol.
Patrick M.
Bought this bag for a grandson to use when Boy Scouting in the winter months. He has used twice on campouts. Temps ran from 16 degrees fahrenheit to the low 20's. He has stayed warm. Requires 2 persons to put into stuff sack and be quick or it pushes it self out again. He is happy with the weight and size when backpacking. I am satisfied with quality and warmth.
michael m.
just tried it in my back yard and slept like a baby, of course without the crib.
Deborah C.
Gave this as a gift to my son. He was expecting it to pack down to a much smaller size, based on the pictures he saw of it.
Sola m.
It's a great product
Chris M.
Bag is super comfortable and definitely warm in cold temperatures. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that getting the bag compressed back down to its original size took several tries. Could be user error, so I’m willing to update my rating after a few more trips. Definitely a great value for the price!
Steve W.
Very good quality bag. Exactly as advertised!
George S.
I havent used it yet
Heather A K.
Great bag! Spent several single digits nights car camping while traveling across country. Very comfortable...
Steven L.
I've so far had my 0 degree synthetic in 15 degree nights twice. I wake up cause I'm sweating and have to unzip it some to cool off. Absolutely amazing at less than half the cost. This will be my forever brand of bags for my entire family. 3.5 pounds and fits in the bottom of my pack.
dana b.
Very warm, very affordable. This is a great alternative to the REI 0 degree down sleeping bag.
Susan M.
I purchased it as a gift for my son - he loves it!
Gregory R.
Haven’t used it yet but it’s very compact for a 0degrees bag.will let you know when I get back from from kodiak all this fall
Chris H.
Awesome. Light weight and keeps me comfortable up in northern Arizona.
Melanie C.
one of the best bags I've ever had. Loved th fast shipping and the quality. I may have to get a hammock. Thanks!!
Joel H.
Bought this as a Christmas present for a family member and he loves it!
Shay M.
I love it the quality is great. It has a hidden tech pocket in the collar, easy to miss. Warm foot box. Love the feel of the material. I also bought a down bag and while i like it a lot too. This one has me preferring it as i don't worry about the down shifting around and i don't worry about moisture.
Kevin Y.
It's warm, comfortable, and light weight.
Casey
Love it
I see quite a few negative reviews on here however that has not at all been my experience. I bought one of these bags a few months back and have taken it out on two weekend backpacking trips. The first trip temps dropped to between 15°-20° at night and I was more than surviving, I was hot. I ended up stripping down to my compression shorts and giving my girlfriend all of my extra layers to insulate with and I still woke up with some sweat. I tend to be pretty hardy in the cold and put off a lot of body heat so maybe this won't be everyone's experience. I also haven't had the bag long enough to know if this performance will substantially decrease over time. All I can speak from is my experience and it's been great! The bag is light and easy to strap onto a backpack although the straps on my 85 liter are almost too short to go all the way around. It looks a little intimidating to repack but compresses easily even with cold stiff fingers. The negative side of this is that I suspect this bag won't be super durable and will probably tear more easily. I think this is a great budget cold gear bag and I would definitely buy again.
Emily
Fantastic Cold Weather Bag
My fiancé and I are avid campers/backpackers and spent weeks researching for a new cold weather sleeping bag. We decided to purchase the Katahdin 0' as we did not want to spend $$$ on real down filling - and did not want to worry about the real down getting wet. We were extremely happy with this sleeping bag! I'm a bit claustrophobic and was worried I'd feel too constricted in a mummy style bag but there is plenty of wiggle room! We both love that you can use the draw string to ensure the top part of the sleeping bag stays secure around your head. Our first trip out with the Katahdin bag, the temperature dipped to 30 and we were super warm - I even had to take a layer of clothing off I was so warm! I expect that this bag will perform just as well in colder temperatures. Make sure that when you are not using the bag to store it either on a hanger or laid flat so that the filling stays nice and fluffy.
For the negative reviews of warm in extreme weather - remember that the temp rating on a sleeping bag is the SURVIVAL rating, NOT the comfort rating. Meaning, you'll survive if the weather is 0 degrees, but you probably won't be comfortable. Always add about 20 degrees to the temp rating to figure out the comfort temp.
Adam
Literally threw this bag in the trash
It felt good to throw this bag away and know that I will not be spending any more sleepless nights freezing my butt off and praying for morning. I would not recommend this product to my worst enemies, absolutely terrible. If you are considering buying anything from these guys, make sure you look at the date stamps on all of their reviews, kinda suspicious that most of the five star reviews came in on the same date.
Adam Thorson
Very Poor Performance
I bought this bag expecting to spend nights at high elevations in the Rockies year round. I've had 0° synthetic fill bags in the past and have been very comfortable. This bag should not have a 0° rating. Even at nights around 45°-50° this bag is not warm. At temps in the mid teens it is VERY UNCOMFORTABLE. A big part of the problem is that the fill migrates out of the baffles every single time you use it leaving you with 2 thin layers of nylon for warmth. Each night before bed, expect 20-30 minutes of attempting to redistribute the fill only for it to be lumped up in one spot by morning. I can't see how this bag has such a high customer ratings unless you aren't using it or you are generating false reviews for these guys. Also, they're customer service and warranty is a joke. I would highly recommend spending a little more money and get yourself a well made product from a trusted brand that will honor their warranty.
Adam Thorson
Very Poor Performance
I bought this bag expecting to spend nights at high elevations in the Rockies year round. I've had 0° synthetic fill bags in the past and have been very comfortable. This bag should not have a 0° rating. Even at nights around 45°-50° this bag is not warm. At temps in the mid teens it is VERY UNCOMFORTABLE. A big part of the problem is that the fill migrates out of the baffles every single time you use it leaving you with 2 thin layers of nylon for warmth. Each night before bed, expect 20-30 minutes of attempting to redistribute the fill only for it to be lumped up in one spot by morning. I can't see how this bag has such a high customer ratings unless you aren't using it or you are generating false reviews for these guys. Also, they're customer service and warranty is a joke. I would highly recommend spending a little more money and get yourself a well made product from a trusted brand that will honor their warranty.
Gage wolfe
Katahdin sleeping bag was not as expected :(
Katahdin sleeping bag was not what I expected, I got this bag and as soon as I did I opened it up and let the bag breath for a couple hours to give the fluff time to...well puff up and once I came back I began to work the fluff into various bald spots around the bag(which is to expected with all bags like this) after that I proceeded to lay in it and get a feel for it which I thought felt pretty comfy and warm but just to mess around and experiment I put my $25 on full blast (the fan kinda sucks btw) I began to feel the air hit the bag and to my shock and horror I felt the cold start to hit my arms but I wrote it off as a fluke so I waited to take it out camping and to make a long story short this product fell very short of my expectations, consider getting something like the goose down bag if you really want a good bag that will be good at keeping the cold out and warmth in, if I had another chance to buy a bag I would go with the goose down one because now I have to save up again to throw down on one that will keep the cold out :(
Gage wolfe
Katahdin sleeping bag was not as expected :(
Katahdin sleeping bag was not what I expected, I got this bag and as soon as I did I opened it up and let the bag breath for a couple hours to give the fluff time to...well puff up and once I came back I began to work the fluff into various bald spots around the bag(which is to expected with all bags like this) after that I proceeded to lay in it and get a feel for it which I thought felt pretty comfy and warm but just to mess around and experiment I put my $25 on full blast (the fan kinda sucks btw) I began to feel the air hit the bag and to my shock and horror I felt the cold start to hit my arms but I wrote it off as a fluke so I waited to take it out camping and to make a long story short this product fell very short of my expectations, consider getting something like the goose down bag if you really want a good bag that will be good at keeping the cold out and warmth in, if I had another chance to buy a bag I would go with the goose down one because now I have to save up again to throw down on one that will keep the cold out :(
Todd
Warm at 11,500ft in 11° weather
Bought for backcountry elk hunting in September. It gets really cold at night at treeline & this bag did the trick! Thermal base layer when below 20°, tshirt & underwear when above 30°. Super light & packs down very well, same size compressed as my 20° Exponent bag. I really want to try one of the down bags - can you make sure to pull my name for the monthly drawing for that? LoL
Todd
Warm at 11,500ft in 11° weather
Bought for backcountry elk hunting in September. It gets really cold at night at treeline & this bag did the trick! Thermal base layer when below 20°, tshirt & underwear when above 30°. Super light & packs down very well, same size compressed as my 20° Exponent bag. I really want to try one of the down bags - can you make sure to pull my name for the monthly drawing for that? LoL
John Alberti
I was surprised!
When I received my bag I thought no way is this going to be warm in 20deg weather. I waited for a cold night, 30deg. Hopped in the bag with an insulated pad with just my boxers. During the night I unzipped my bag because I was a bit too warm. What a great bag! It’s refreshing to find a company that sells a great product at a great price. I’ve been backpacking and solo backcountry hunting for over 30yrs. This will be with me on all my cold weather outdoor activities. Hyke in Byke Thanks for a well priced product that exceeded my expectations
John Alberti
I was surprised!
When I received my bag I thought no way is this going to be warm in 20deg weather. I waited for a cold night, 30deg. Hopped in the bag with an insulated pad with just my boxers. During the night I unzipped my bag because I was a bit too warm. What a great bag! It’s refreshing to find a company that sells a great product at a great price. I’ve been backpacking and solo backcountry hunting for over 30yrs. This will be with me on all my cold weather outdoor activities. Hyke in Byke Thanks for a well priced product that exceeded my expectations
John
Not good
Just recieved my bag and took it over this weekend. Not 0 degree felt like more of a 40° weather bag. Cold all night. Wont b buying from this company
John
Not good
Just recieved my bag and took it over this weekend. Not 0 degree felt like more of a 40° weather bag. Cold all night. Wont b buying from this company
Adrian R Maralusha
Amazing Bag
I bought the 0 degree Fill bag a month ago and when I received it in the mail, I thought that there was no way this will keep me warm in 18 degree temps....It is so light I didn't think there was enough insulation to work. But I just used it in the mountains of western Maryland the weekend of Dec 20 -21st, and I was amazed. I wore military polypro base layers and a fleece watch cap. Underneath the bag I used a Coleman self inflating pad to keep me off the cold hard ground. I was comfortable on night and slept well. I am 6ft 1 and I bought the Tall bag and had plenty of room. I probably could've gotten away with the regular size bag. It's an excellent bag. Well made and compresses well.
Adrian R Maralusha
Amazing Bag
I bought the 0 degree Fill bag a month ago and when I received it in the mail, I thought that there was no way this will keep me warm in 18 degree temps....It is so light I didn't think there was enough insulation to work. But I just used it in the mountains of western Maryland the weekend of Dec 20 -21st, and I was amazed. I wore military polypro base layers and a fleece watch cap. Underneath the bag I used a Coleman self inflating pad to keep me off the cold hard ground. I was comfortable on night and slept well. I am 6ft 1 and I bought the Tall bag and had plenty of room. I probably could've gotten away with the regular size bag. It's an excellent bag. Well made and compresses well.
Harleyhock
0 degree hydrophobic F625 synthetic bag.
I am a 70 year old retired male.I just spent my first night sleeping in my 0 degree F625 synthetic bag. Temp was 18.2 degrees F when I woke in my tent in the morning. I wore long johns and a down vest and I was comfortable all night.This bag feels warmer than my older bag ; it is the 0 degree snowmass F 650. I am 6ft 3in 200 lbs so I ordered the long sized bag and it fits fine. I will try this bag on a colder night and see how it works.Nice bag so far!!
Harleyhock
0 degree hydrophobic F625 synthetic bag.
I am a 70 year old retired male.I just spent my first night sleeping in my 0 degree F625 synthetic bag. Temp was 18.2 degrees F when I woke in my tent in the morning. I wore long johns and a down vest and I was comfortable all night.This bag feels warmer than my older bag ; it is the 0 degree snowmass F 650. I am 6ft 3in 200 lbs so I ordered the long sized bag and it fits fine. I will try this bag on a colder night and see how it works.Nice bag so far!!
Christopher R Stough
Sizing seems off
I'm 5'10 and have wide shoulders. Ordered the regular and is a bit short in length and tight around the shoulders. Midsection fits fine but definitely difficult to zip around the shoulders. Feels cramped. Will have to exchange sizes.
Christopher R Stough
Sizing seems off
I'm 5'10 and have wide shoulders. Ordered the regular and is a bit short in length and tight around the shoulders. Midsection fits fine but definitely difficult to zip around the shoulders. Feels cramped. Will have to exchange sizes.
Andreas Thomson
4 stars only because too warm to actually use it & can't give proper warmth review
This is a provisional review. I purchased this bag in May and it is just too warm out to give it a proper test.
That said, I'm quite happy with my purchase and impressed with this bag. I'm over 6' tall so I ordered the extra long. As one of my images shows, I weighed the bag, in it's compression sack, and it was actually half a pound less than listed. Concerned that I was sent the worng size (the actual weight matches the weight listed for the Regular length,) I measured the bag. It's the Tall, so looks like Hyke & Byke is conservative with their weights.
While I had the tape measure out, I measured the loft - a solid 5.5". Not bad.
I was impressed by the zipper pull and figured it worth of a picture.
I crawled in the bag and was also impressed by the feel. It's fairly roomy, and the insulation felt quite down-like. It's been years since I've used a synthetic bag and insulation has come a long way.
I look forward to trying this bag this autumn.
Andreas Thomson
4 stars only because too warm to actually use it & can't give proper warmth review
This is a provisional review. I purchased this bag in May and it is just too warm out to give it a proper test.
That said, I'm quite happy with my purchase and impressed with this bag. I'm over 6' tall so I ordered the extra long. As one of my images shows, I weighed the bag, in it's compression sack, and it was actually half a pound less than listed. Concerned that I was sent the worng size (the actual weight matches the weight listed for the Regular length,) I measured the bag. It's the Tall, so looks like Hyke & Byke is conservative with their weights.
While I had the tape measure out, I measured the loft - a solid 5.5". Not bad.
I was impressed by the zipper pull and figured it worth of a picture.
I crawled in the bag and was also impressed by the feel. It's fairly roomy, and the insulation felt quite down-like. It's been years since I've used a synthetic bag and insulation has come a long way.
I look forward to trying this bag this autumn.
Marek R. Zarnow
Light and warm but weak material.
The Good:
As other reviews mention, almost uncomfortably warm bag, probably ideal for fall conditions (see below about sweat). Finding a compressible bag at this price with this weather rating is unheard of. About the same size in the pack as my friends' down bags.
The Bad:
Was excited to see a synthetic down hiking sack at a decent price with a great weather rating. Unfortunately the bottom caught in the tent zip the first night and even gently unzipping the snag the bag tore. This is remarkable given how many times during the wind storm this bag was used in other things including the tent itself were caught in the zipper and came out unscathed. The other issue is that the interior of the bag is the same material as the outside. What you end up with is being stuck and sweating to the inside of the bag. I feel there must be a breathable lightweight synthetic for the interior that would solve this.
Marek R. Zarnow
Light and warm but weak material.
The Good:
As other reviews mention, almost uncomfortably warm bag, probably ideal for fall conditions (see below about sweat). Finding a compressible bag at this price with this weather rating is unheard of. About the same size in the pack as my friends' down bags.
The Bad:
Was excited to see a synthetic down hiking sack at a decent price with a great weather rating. Unfortunately the bottom caught in the tent zip the first night and even gently unzipping the snag the bag tore. This is remarkable given how many times during the wind storm this bag was used in other things including the tent itself were caught in the zipper and came out unscathed. The other issue is that the interior of the bag is the same material as the outside. What you end up with is being stuck and sweating to the inside of the bag. I feel there must be a breathable lightweight synthetic for the interior that would solve this.
Mark Lehr
Extremely impressed!
My new bag just arrived and I couldn't be more impressed with the qualify of this bag for the price and weight. The zipper is very smooth, even using just one hand, and the amount of loft in the bag is impressive. The draft collar sits just a touch below the neck line, which I found to be less claustrophobic than when pushing against my neck as some designs do. There was also an generous amount of loft in the foot box. I haven't had the bag in the field yet, but I've owned my share of bags and have no doubt this one is exactly what I've wanted for weekend winter backpacking trips. It even comes with a nice compression sack! Thank you for a great product at an amazing price!
Mark Lehr
Extremely impressed!
My new bag just arrived and I couldn't be more impressed with the qualify of this bag for the price and weight. The zipper is very smooth, even using just one hand, and the amount of loft in the bag is impressive. The draft collar sits just a touch below the neck line, which I found to be less claustrophobic than when pushing against my neck as some designs do. There was also an generous amount of loft in the foot box. I haven't had the bag in the field yet, but I've owned my share of bags and have no doubt this one is exactly what I've wanted for weekend winter backpacking trips. It even comes with a nice compression sack! Thank you for a great product at an amazing price!
Jim Williams
Very happy!
I’m going to be honest, I didn’t expect this bag to work out. Typically, inexpensive bags are cheaply made, and don’t live up to their description. I rolled the dice and decide to give it a shot. Took it out overnight in temps reaching the low 20’s/high teens. I was very comfortable all night. At one point my dog got too cold so I opened the bag quilt style and covered him too. Even open, we both stayed toasty. The stitching seems to be of good quality and the zipper and draft collars are better than some $400 bags I’ve owned. I used it with a sleeping pad with an R value of 3 and a standard 3 season base layer. Would recommend.
Jim Williams
Very happy!
I’m going to be honest, I didn’t expect this bag to work out. Typically, inexpensive bags are cheaply made, and don’t live up to their description. I rolled the dice and decide to give it a shot. Took it out overnight in temps reaching the low 20’s/high teens. I was very comfortable all night. At one point my dog got too cold so I opened the bag quilt style and covered him too. Even open, we both stayed toasty. The stitching seems to be of good quality and the zipper and draft collars are better than some $400 bags I’ve owned. I used it with a sleeping pad with an R value of 3 and a standard 3 season base layer. Would recommend.
Allie
Amazing bag!!!
This bag is so light and so warm- went camping with it on the weekend of the first frost in the Rocky Mountains and stayed warm all night. The biggest deal to me is that the bag is SO easy to pack away- no trying 4 times to have it not fit in its bag. Well made, super warm, easy camping/backpacking bag. I’m a Hyke and Byke customer for life now!
Allie
Amazing bag!!!
This bag is so light and so warm- went camping with it on the weekend of the first frost in the Rocky Mountains and stayed warm all night. The biggest deal to me is that the bag is SO easy to pack away- no trying 4 times to have it not fit in its bag. Well made, super warm, easy camping/backpacking bag. I’m a Hyke and Byke customer for life now!
