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Q. I am 135 lbs and have trouble staying warm in my 25 degree mummy bag when backpacking in the Selway-Bitterroot wilderness. I am willing to put 300-400 dollars into a top of the line cold weather sleeping bag but was wondering if the us mil issue bag is any good for temps around 0- to -20 degrees.
(assuming that I have a good ground pad and tent already.)
(assuming that I have a good ground pad and tent already.)
Answer
Although everyone is telling you that the mil issued is too heavy, I have LOTS of experience with it, and trust me, it is the package you are looking for. It come in 3 layers, a gortex outer shell, a heavy black bag, and a lighter green one. put the green one in the black one, the black one in the gortex, and you will sleep like a baby. Something else you might consider is taking a pillow with you. This is all bulky but, the sleeping system comes with a convienant stuff sack that can drawn up tight to reduce size. As for as keeping warm, you just can't beat it.
Although everyone is telling you that the mil issued is too heavy, I have LOTS of experience with it, and trust me, it is the package you are looking for. It come in 3 layers, a gortex outer shell, a heavy black bag, and a lighter green one. put the green one in the black one, the black one in the gortex, and you will sleep like a baby. Something else you might consider is taking a pillow with you. This is all bulky but, the sleeping system comes with a convienant stuff sack that can drawn up tight to reduce size. As for as keeping warm, you just can't beat it.
What should I have in a bag for backpacking/survival in woods by a river?
Michael R
My buddies and I are going on a float trip on the river but we stop and hike through the woods and camp at night. Anyone know of a good website with a list of survival essentials that should go in a backpack? Or does anyone have their own list?
Answer
Depending on the climate of your outing here is my list
Compact sleeping bag
Backpack and small day pack
Sleeping pad
hking boots
fleece Jacket
Wind breaker
long underwear
wool socks
warm gloves and lightweight gloves
winter hat
sunglasses
flashlight and extra batteries
underwear
watter bottles (3-2 1 liter bottles)
Nylon, Polyster, wool clothing (NO COTTON)
Matches
Pocket knife
personal first aid kit (minor scrapes)
rain gear (poncho or heavier)
Possibly:
Pillow (small camp pillow)
Camera
Lip balm
sunscreen/Bug repelent
water shoes
small towel
toiletries
spork and bowl
paddling gloves
parachute cord
YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED
Depending on the climate of your outing here is my list
Compact sleeping bag
Backpack and small day pack
Sleeping pad
hking boots
fleece Jacket
Wind breaker
long underwear
wool socks
warm gloves and lightweight gloves
winter hat
sunglasses
flashlight and extra batteries
underwear
watter bottles (3-2 1 liter bottles)
Nylon, Polyster, wool clothing (NO COTTON)
Matches
Pocket knife
personal first aid kit (minor scrapes)
rain gear (poncho or heavier)
Possibly:
Pillow (small camp pillow)
Camera
Lip balm
sunscreen/Bug repelent
water shoes
small towel
toiletries
spork and bowl
paddling gloves
parachute cord
YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED
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