Sequoia GWS vs MF

[WTNUT]

Going to be hunting in Alaska winds and wet, but will be in a tent. First hunt is Brown Bear near Cold Bay.

Is the Gore Wind Stopper lining really needed inside a tent and worth the extra $200. If it helps keep out moisture like Goretex then I would probably say yes. All advise appreciated in advance.


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[WTNUT]

Another question to show my ignorance, what exactly is free overfill if you buy from Hermits, and is it really of any value? I have an assumption, but will leave it at that?


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[WTNUT]

Keep having questions. I am 6 feet tall. Go with the 6 foot model or the 6’6” ? Never had a WM bag.


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[mxgsfmdpx]

Inside a tent the MF will be more than adequate. I use the GWS for when I’m backpacking or hunting and don’t bring a shelter other than a small tarp.

The sequoia is a semi rec cut which I like because I’m a stomach sleeper. If I was a traditional sleeper I’d go for their traditional style cut.

The overfill actually works in WM bags because they are a continuous baffle design. This means you can move the down around in the bag to cold spots. You won’t really notice a difference in the overfill other than that aspect of it.

 

[zacattack]

Keep having questions. I am 6 feet tall. Go with the 6 foot model or the 6’6” ? Never had a WM bag.


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Get the 6’6” you don’t want to “bottom” out in the bag, you’ll smash the insulation near your feet and get cold

 

[mrbillbrown]

6’6” allows a little extra room to slide down, store clothes, water filter, bladder, electronics, etc…. I’m 6’ and always buy the Long bag for those perks. MF is more than enough in a shelter and it’s debatable if not safe for under tarp use too. I’m torn on overfill or not also. Some say yes and others no with WM bags.


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[Sunset606]

If I was going to somewhere real cold I would look for something like FF Eider or similar. Least you have some leeway in the lower temp rates.