Packing Sleep System

[RyanML]

Was listening to a podcast and I heard them mention that they don't use stuff sacks for their tent, quilt/bag, or sleeping pad? I've always used stuff sacks but was wondering if anyone else does this and how it works?


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[oldskool67]

I’ve done both. If there is a chance of getting wet I’ll put my sleeping bag in a dry bag, but I have found that shoving everything in loose actually leaves less wasted space in your bag. Seems counter intuitive since a stuff sack compresses your bag, but it can also create void space in your pack do to the shape of the stuff sack etc. Not sure that made sense

 

[va_to_co]

I use a backpacking method I learned a while ago. Stick a trash bag in as a pack liner, stuff my quilt & other things (extra layers) that need to stay dry/don't get used til the end of the day, push down to compress, twist shut at the top. Place other stuff (tent, food, etc.) on top. Sleeping pad is folded and up against my back in the pack.

 

[mtnbound]

Was listening to a podcast and I heard them mention that they don't use stuff sacks for their tent, quilt/bag, or sleeping pad? I've always used stuff sacks but was wondering if anyone else does this and how it works?


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I have done it both ways. IMO, with a smaller pack like my 3600, stuffing is more effective at fitting everything in. With my 5000, I prefer to use stuff sacks.

 

[justinspicher]

I stuff my bag/quilt in the bottom. Everything on tops helps to compress. I rarely use a dry bag and hate compression bags. I generally use a pack cover if it’s gonna be wet.