Bag and pad systems

[Thomas26280]

You might want to look at something like this. I have the lighter one that I put in my bag.

Reactor Fleece Sleeping Bag Liner (Adds 32°F) | Sea to Summit

FREE SHIPPING & LIFETIME GUARANTEE. Our warmest Thermolite sleeping bag liner, the Reactor Fleece, adds 32°F to your sleeping bag. Offers a 1/4th length zipper for ease of entry and exit. The fleece fabric is similar to a thin fleece mid-layer material but made with hollow fiber threads that...

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Been looking at these to be able to cover a wider array of temps.

 

[jwasbullfrog]

Has anyone tried the zenbivy bed?

 

[Ewaragnar]

+1 for xtherm... I run an enlightened 0 degree quilt. Although I don’t think it’s a true 0 degree bag, it’s worked down to the negative range at 7k plus feet just fine. If you have some ounces to give, western mountaineering versalite is a true to advertised temp bag. It’s expensive but I doubt you’d be cold - I use one at base camps or when the 10 oz difference to my quilt is tolerable to carry.

One really important thing to think about here is how your body responds to temps and your system of choice. I sleep warm, which means I sweat. I typically end up venting a significant amount of the night if I have any layers on. I’d encourage you to spend time in the cold this winter in different bags to see how it works for you. The only way you’ll know for sure is to try out a couple systems and go from there.

Earlier in the thread, someone talked about hot water bottles. I only use these if It’s in the teens or negative, but they can be extremely effective. Just make sure the water isn’t too hot or it can burn you.