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The Warrior

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I got a Snugpak Sleeper Lite in a few weeks ago, and just now tried it out. It's everything I can do to fit in it. So much for that idea. 86" length is fine, but the 60" chest is not. I saw these specs before purchasing, but my dumb butt was thinking my chest size will fit in that, compared to the reality that the bag has a 60" circumference in the chest area, duh. Anyone know of a similar type bag, reasonably priced, that will roll up small, and fit a big person? I'm 6'2", 280 lbs. Thanks.

Edit: BTW, the lower the temp rating, the better. And OD/earth tone type colors preferred.
 
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Look at the Big Agnes bags. Reviews can be found online and they have a lot of models. Prices are not bad and construction is very good.
 
I would check Wiggy's. They are having a 30% off sale now and their xtra long wide bag would probably accommodate you. I have used the 0 degree bag here in Alaska and it works well. Comes w/ compression bag so you can cinch it down small but not tiny and it will likely weigh more than down. Worth checking out and good luck on your search.
 
I'm not so into bags anymore. Sure, I have a 0 degree down bag, but they are all so clausterphobic. Have you considered a Kifaru Woobie or Doobie? I used my Woobie down to 30 degrees, but the Doobie would go lower for sure. They are more expensive, but lighter, and so comfortable. You can tie the paracord loops together to make a bag, or leave it like a blanket. With a dog under it, it's almost too warm. Oh, they pack down very small as well.
 
Had the same exact problem with my mountainhardwear phantom 0.......(i'm back to using a tnf elephants foot half bag and my down jacket). Big Agnes and Western Mountaineering are the 2 bags that i am looking at now { 66-67" @ chest }

edit: just checked specs of your snugpack---30 degree bag and $60. That's gonna be a tough order to fill
 
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I own all the bags recommend so far. The Big Agnes's are really good and roomy. The only downfall is their color schemes and they are down filled which means the don't work as effectively when wet or in extreme humidity.

The Wiggys are the bomb. Great color, warm, and wide. They do not compress well at all and are heavy. I no longer use mine. They are for guests and the dog likes it when we car camp.

The Kifaru are going to be your best bet. The OD color is being discontinued but they have coyote or Multi Cam. They are warm, light weight, and compress better than any bag I own including the Big Agnes. They come in wide size too.
 
Quirt said:
The Kifaru are going to be your best bet. The OD color is being discontinued but they have coyote or Multi Cam. They are warm, light weight, and compress better than any bag I own including the Big Agnes. They come in wide size too.
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do you have any pics of the kifaru bag compressed right next to a woobie or doobie inside their stuff sack? i have a woobie and the new multicam doobie coming soon and looking to buy their slick bag for next winter. thanks.
 
Looking like I'm just gonna have to save some dough and buy a more expensive bag. Thanks for the heads up guys, much appreciated.
 
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I won't get myself into this too far, but with sleeping bags most often you really get what you pay for.
 
fmajor007 said:
I won't get myself into this too far, but with sleeping bags most often you really get what you pay for.
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No doubt about it, but the Snugpak was a good deal, although too small. Most bags it seems aren't made for bigger guys.
 
Tell me about it....

I'm 5' 11" and about 235lbs (give or take) wearing a 46" or 48" suit jacket (depending on who makes it). My "cold weather" sleeping bags (Marmot CWM and favorite Western Mountaineering Puma Gore Dryloft) are just right with 64" in the shoulder girth. I'd *love* to have a Western Mountaineering Antelope GWS, perfect temp rating for most of what i do, but the girth is simply too small at 62" (most climbers/mountaineers have trimmer/smaller body mass).
 
The Warrior said:
No doubt about it, but the Snugpak was a good deal, although too small. Most bags it seems aren't made for bigger guys.
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buy some surplus wool blankets while you save up. i think you can carry at least 10 easy and won't even notice the weight - you're built like a tank! :D
 
JV3 said:
buy some surplus wool blankets while you save up. i think you can carry at least 10 easy and won't even notice the weight - you're built like a tank! :D
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I thought about that. I'm built like a fat tank, haha. No endurance here.
 
I like the JacksRbetter down quilts. They are made in 2 lengths, 3 thicknesses, and 2 down fill powers. They are very well made, reasonably priced, very light weight, and comfortable to use. They are actually made for hammock applications but work well for other types of crashing.
 
tiguy7 said:
I like the JacksRbetter down quilts. They are made in 2 lengths, 3 thicknesses, and 2 down fill powers. They are very well made, reasonably priced, very light weight, and comfortable to use. They are actually made for hammock applications but work well for other types of crashing.
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I was just reading about these on a backpacking light forum. Had never heard of them before. Looks to be a good option.
 
Wow, those expanda panels aren't cheap at around $50. I only paid $45 for the bag. :eek: So much for that idea.
 
I hope you find something in your price range - it's a pretty tall order really. Most bags will set you back 3x-4x that.....
 
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