Argali Alpine 0, Stone Glacier Chilkoot 0, and Peak Solace 0

[RunDMC33]

In my search to find the perfect cold weather hunting sleeping bag, I have added one more to the mix - the Argali Alpine 0° sleeping bag.

I plan to do a full review and comparison of this 0° sleeping bag vs my other high end, hunting focused, sleeping bags.

All of these bags are also made in a 15° or 20° version. I have not had my hands on all of those, but one would assume the comparison would stand between those bags as well.







If you’re in the market for a new sleeping bag - stay tuned!

EDIT: I am not affiliated, sponsored, or provided these bags by any of these companies. I’m not even someone in the hunting entertainment or gear business. I am a Civil Engineer who just happens to be an avid hunter, outdoorsman, and a bit of a gear junkie.

I have spent many hours reading and watching reviews on all kinds of gear and always had an interest in doing it myself. This is my first real go at it, so I will do my best! Just know, what I post is my honest opinion on the sleeping bags, and regardless of what that is, I’m not someone likely to start receiving a check or any free gear from any of these companies anytime soon!

 

[sndmn11]

Can you share what the material tags say or take pictures?

 

[RunDMC33]

Material tags are down below. They all claim 850+, but did not find that stated on a tag on the Peax, but it was on the other two. The Peax and the Stone Glacier both treat their down for extra water protection, where the Argali does not - for similar reasons that Western Mountaineering and Feathered Friends don’t.

 

[RunDMC33]

Can you share what the material tags say or take pictures?

Posted!

 

[sndmn11]

Posted!

Good stuff

 

[farmer14]

Material tags are down below. They all claim 850+, but did not find that stated on a tag on the Peax, but it was on the other two. The Peax and the Stone Glacier both treat their down for extra water protection, where the Argali does not - for similar reasons that Western Mountaineering and Feathered Friends don’t.


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What is the reasoning those companies don’t treat their bags with waterproof pro?

 

[RunDMC33]

What is the reasoning those companies don’t treat their bags with waterproof pro?

That is from WM’s website. I also posted a YouTube video that Argali put out on their reasoning below:

From my own research, this does have some merit, however the real differences are still debatable and I don’t think either side has a clean winner.

 

[Matt5266]

Are you affiliated with or received any compensation from any of these companies?

No offense i just find it odd your a brand new member and immediately start with this type of content.

 

[RunDMC33]

Are you affiliated with or received any compensation from any of these companies?

No offense i just find it odd your a brand new member and immediately start with this type of content.

I have no affiliation with any of these companies, nor are they paying me. I purchased all of these bags myself, though Argali did give me a discount when I reached out to them and told them that I would like to do a review and comparison of their 0° bag - though it still cost me around $500 of my own money, so far from free.

This is just something I’ve been wanting to do for a while and kind of jumped in with both feet. I’ve always been a bit of a gear junkie, but so far, it has all been on my own dime.

 

[Matt5266]

I have no affiliation with any of these companies, nor are they paying me. I purchased all of these bags myself, though Argali did give me a discount when I reached out to them and told them that I would like to do a review and comparison of their 0° bag - though it still cost me around $500 of my own money, so far from free.

This is just something I’ve been wanting to do for a while and kind of jumped in with both feet. I’ve always been a bit of a gear junkie, but so far, it has all been on my own dime.

Awesome, thank you for clarifying. Looking forward to the review, I love my SG Chilkoot 0

 

[brca005]

I'm interested to read your review once you have it completed. I've been intrigued by the Argali bags since they came out. One thing I do like about them versus the other 2 is Argali claims to have true ratings, where I couldn't find a comfort and limit rating on Stone Glacier and the Peax has a 16 degree comfort rating and lower limit rating of 3 degrees. So I'm interested to see if you are able to stay warm at 0 degrees in the Argali without having to put puffy's or other layers on like you potentially would have to in the other bags.

Argali seems to be very transparent on why they do what they do with the products they put out, which I can appreciate.

 

[RunDMC33]

Awesome, thank you for clarifying. Looking forward to the review, I love my SG Chilkoot 0

No problem, it was good to mention! I went back and edited the first post with some further background on me and my “ties” to these bags!

 

[RunDMC33]

I'm interested to read your review once you have it completed. I've been intrigued by the Argali bags since they came out. One thing I do like about them versus the other 2 is Argali claims to have true ratings, where I couldn't find a comfort and limit rating on Stone Glacier and the Peax has a 16 degree comfort rating and lower limit rating of 3 degrees. So I'm interested to see if you are able to stay warm at 0 degrees in the Argali without having to put puffy's or other layers on like you potentially would have to in the other bags.

Argali seems to be very transparent on why they do what they do with the products they put out, which I can appreciate.

Below is what Stone Glacier has on their website.

For context, the comfort ratings both Peax and Stone Glacier are typically more driven towards cold sleepers and women (as they sleep colder than your average man). Limit ratings are typically more applicable to an average man, as they tend to sleep a bit warmer. I have stayed in both the SG and the Peax 0° bags now in sub 10°F weather, and with a light weight base layer on in both situations, I slept very warm and comfortable.

I will be curious how the Argali compares, though I do have high hopes for it!

 

[brca005]

Interesting, thanks for the clarification!

Given your background, I'm even more curious to see you review!

 

[spacemonkey]

Thanks for the review. I share similar sentiments with you. I upgraded from my 10° EE quilt and bought the Peax Solace 15 last year. Peax seems to understandably get a lot of hate on here for their influencer marketing.

I purchased the Solace primarily for the bag design. A center zip was an absolute must-have for me. It makes venting so much easier -- I hate the clammy feeling I get inside of some bags. There are two zippers so you can control where the venting location is. I often keep it slightly vented around my crotch so that my boys can breathe.

I also love the baffled arm slots. Makes getting up in the morning a lot easier -- make some coffee and breakfast without getting out of your bag. I've used the bag for morning glassing sessions multiple times. I also like to sleep on my side with my shoulder/arm underneath my pillow (perpendicular to my body). With this setup I can stick my arm through the arm slots and sleep comfortable without getting cold.

The bag is also roomy, but not too roomy. Easy enough to fit extra clothes in the bag to let them dry. This October we were hunting elk in snow at 10k ft in the high country and it got down to 20° at night. The bag performed flawlessly.

I'm sure the fill and overall quality of the Argali and WM bags is unmatched and superior to the Peax. My purchase was solely based on the bag design, the other one that comes to mind is the Sitka Hyperdown bag.


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[kevingm1987]

I really do enjoy my SG Chilkoot 15, but at only 5'8" tall, feel there is a lot of extra space that I need to warm up and keep warm. I wish they did a standard and long model. The only option they got fits up to 6'5".

 

[medvedyt]

thank you for your reviews and i might add being a little gear junkie in that case @RunDMC33 is not over stated lol ...

 

[Harvey_NW]

I'm interested to read your review once you have it completed. I've been intrigued by the Argali bags since they came out. One thing I do like about them versus the other 2 is Argali claims to have true ratings, where I couldn't find a comfort and limit rating on Stone Glacier and the Peax has a 16 degree comfort rating and lower limit rating of 3 degrees. So I'm interested to see if you are able to stay warm at 0 degrees in the Argali without having to put puffy's or other layers on like you potentially would have to in the other bags.

Argali seems to be very transparent on why they do what they do with the products they put out, which I can appreciate.

Not trying to hijack this thread, but since the OP hasn't posted his comparison yet I can give you my opinion on them. No experience with Peax, but the SG and Argali are both next level for warmth. I sleep super cold and have never been comfortable on the mountain until I used them. Not sure on an exact temp, but the high alpine hunts I used them in nights are usually sub freezing as there's either snow, frost, or slightly frozen water containers in the mornings.

Initially I got the Chilkoot 15, it's a very warm and roomy bag, but at 5'11" I didn't care for the extra length or the constricting hood design. Not ideal for a side sleeper as the entire bag has to be manipulated, and most pillow designs have to be outside the hood. The condensation from breathing froze my chin and the bag portion just below. The draft collar also feels constricting and the flaps with magnets are annoying when not in use. The liner also feels more plastic-y.

The next bag I tried was the Argali 0, and it was honestly too hot wearing light merino base layers. I much prefer the hood design in general, and my thermarest pillow fit perfectly inside the hood with enough room that I could still cinch the hood if I needed to keep draft out. The draft collar is well integrated and not an issue when not used, and the bag is roomy enough to roll sideways in. The liner is more silky and very comfortable next to skin. I also preferred the sizing options and the regular bag is a perfect fit. I would imagine most people would be comfortable in 0* temps with base layers in this bag. I kept it for my wife and in case I need it for a later season hunt, and ordered the 20 for myself.

Hope that helps.