Sleeping Bag for Alaska

[thinhorn_AK]

Get one of the larger WM bags like the badger or a sequoia, then get a really comfortable mattress like a large x therm or a sea to summit comfort plus.

 

[Theringworm]

I took a Feathered Friends Swallow 30 degree for an early October moose hunt just outside of Cordova. Zero issues.

 

[wyosam]

I use a 10 degree feathered friends something or other for everything (live in AK). It’s oversized, so loses some efficiency, but it is comfortable if I need to layer up with down inside. I rarely camp when it’s stupid cold anymore (well, RTT with diesel heater I’ll camp anytime), but this has been fine down to around zero in my tipi.


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[lynnk1007]

I recently got a Cumulus bag. I was able to customize it the way I wanted in regards to fill, width, length and material. Price was great and the bag is super comfortable.
Seem the recommendation previously but don't skimp on the pad below you. It will make a world of difference in your sleep.

 

[Ecampbell25]

I like the SG 0 degree used my SG 15 on an early September hunt but had a cot…

My only gripe with the SG bags are the toe box is a little tight other than that they have worked pretty darn well…

 

[Roofer1]

Used a stone glacier chilkoot 0 degree in AK last September. Have a complete excel gear list for my moose hunt. if you're interested PM me and I'll get it to you

 

[WesternWisconsin]

Used a stone glacier chilkoot 0 degree in AK last September. Have a complete excel gear list for my moose hunt. if you're interested PM me and I'll get it to you

That would be very much appreciated. Thank you!


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[Roofer1]

Hopefully this works. Couldn't figure out how to get it on here as an Excel Spreadsheet.

 

[justinspicher]

I’ve only used my Sierra Designs backcountry bed in Alaska. I’ve taken it on all three trips, August to late September. No issues so far.

 

[jdement]

A lot of great recommendations for bags but the other piece to this is your sleeping pad. Warmest bag wont function properly if the ground is sucking the heat out of you. I use a nemo extreme cold weather pad and love it.

 

[Marty]

I'll be going to Alaska on a Moose Hunt this September. I'm in need of a new sleeping bag. What is the best on the market for this? As a side note, I always run cold. So I am looking for something that will keep me warmer than the average person.

Like @jdement said, a quality sleeping pad with a relatively high R value for it's weight needs to be factored into your sleep system.

Look for pads with about a 4+ R value and pair with a quality quilt or bag, synthetic or down, depending on your preferences.

Keep in mind your insulation clothing, for example a puffy jacket, can be worn and factored into how warm of a quilt/bag you would want.
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