Best zero degree down bags

[Traveling Gentleman]

Im looking for a good zero degree down sleeping bag. The stone glacier chilkoot seems to be my number one choice. Anyone have any other suggestions for a zero degree bag that is sub 3 pounds

 

[f16woody]

Recently upgraded to a Katabatic Quilt and must say had my doubts going into my first trip. After using in base camp and on an overnighter in the backcountry, I’d highly recommend giving them a try!! Based on my experience, my 22F Alsek felt more like a 10F mummy bag.

 

[Trogon]

Feathered friends and western mountaineering are two other options, both made in USA.

 

[406flyfish]

Western mountaineering or stone glacier. Plenty of threads on this if you search.

 

[Traveling Gentleman]

I can’t even believe I’m looking at spending this much on a sleeping bag. But now that I am looking I really like the feathered friends and western mountaineering also. But what makes them worth $200-$350 more than the stone glacier? I really don’t know much beyond temperature rating and weight when comparing these bags. And they all should fit me great I’m only 5’6”

 

[LongWayAround]

They cost more because they are made in America instead of China.

Chilkoot is a great bag.

Lots of lightly used chilkoots and western mountaineering income up in the classifieds here. I haven't seen many feathered friends or katabatics.

 

[IdahoBeav]

I just bought a 0° Enlightened Equip 3/4 zip w/closed foot box. I haven't had a chance to get it in cold temps yet, will in a few weeks, but I have been impressed with the weight, loft, and comfort.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

Western mountaineering and feathered friends are the best. Stone glacier, kuiu and Rab are pretty good but not the best.

 

[sierracharlie338]

My chillkoot is awesome. At first it was too warm but I modified how I was using it and won’t be changing it out for something else.

 

[chasewild]

I'm a believer in Western Mountaineering, and my apache MF has retained its loft incredibly well. I was, however, VERY impressed with a friends Chilkoot simply because of the hydrophobic down they use.

 

[406flyfish]

If you’re only 5’6, you going to have a foot of extra space in the Chilkot. Might as well get a WM and have it made to your size.

Apache MF – Western Mountaineering

www.westernmountaineering.com

5’6 model

Antelope MF – Western Mountaineering

www.westernmountaineering.com