It is EN rated to 15 ☏-and after many cold nights of sleeping under the stars, our testers found that number to be accurate. The Teton also has thoughtful features, like a pocket within the bag to store electronics, and (new in the 2022 redesign) a compression zipper in the footbox that you can unzip to create more room. It’s warmer and slimmer than the Montbell Down Hugger, but it’s also among the softest, warmest bags we tested: The fluffy insulation feels plush and almost overstuffed it swaddles you while you sleep. (The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear Montbell does offer repairs for which the company will charge “a reasonable rate.”)Īlthough it’s billed as a women’s bag, the Marmot Women’s Teton is a good fit for any narrow-bodied person who gets cold at night. We didn’t notice any fraying during our testing period, either-but should you experience any manufacturing defect, the bag is backed by Montbell’s lifetime warranty. The bag’s shape and diagonal baffles made it feel far roomier and more accommodating than most of the traditional mummy bags we tested. It’s rare to find a comfortable down bag that costs less than $400, yet the Down Hugger was softer and had more loft than some bags that cost $100 more. If you already know you want to work a lot of backpacking into your camping habits, you’ll need a lighter, more stuffable bag than the REI Co-op Siesta 20, and we think the unisex Montbell Down Hugger is the best choice for people with broad shoulders and narrower hips who tend to get hot at night, as well as for people who move a lot in their sleep. In addition, we have comfortable down bags (the Feathered Friends Swallow YF 30 Sleeping Bag and the Feathered Friends Egret YF 20 Women's Sleeping Bag) for multiday backpacking trips, and a bag for couples who’d like to sleep together. We do have pricier options (the Montbell Down Hugger 650 #1 and the Marmot Women’s Teton) that would be good crossover bags for anyone planning to do some backpacking as well as cool-weather car camping, as well as a suggestion for backpackers who prefer to sleep on their sides. You simply don’t need to overpay to get a bag that’s comfortable and functional, whether for car camping, backpacking, or camping with kids.Īfter performing more than 110 hours of research over 3 years, considering 250 models, and dragging 41 bags through the wilds of California, Hawaii, and Colorado, we think the REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20 Sleeping Bag is the best for basic camping.

The adage “you get what you pay for” is as true today as ever, but with a few exceptions-one being sleeping bags.

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