Ultralight Sleeping Bags Review

Hiking, backpacking and camping requires the best ultralight sleeping bags for those needing to reduce a few pounds from the backpacking camping gear for the planned trip by preparing a quality sleep system.

For many of us, lightweight or ultralight backpacking camping gear has become a way to expand the way we prepare for our adventures. Setting up a great sleep system with lightweight sleeping bags is one of the ways we reduce the base pack weight in preparation for hiking, trekking and all other adventure trips.

Investing in a quality lightweight down sleeping bag will cost quite lot of money. It is unavoidable, unlike camping tents we can set up a tarp shelter very cheap.

That is the bad news; However, the good news is, we will be investing in quality. When well looked after; quality ultralight sleeping bags should last 1000s KM in many terrains becoming your best friend when it's time for shut eye.

Below we have reviewed ultra light sleeping bags that we found we could recommend; However when choosing gear we would advise that you know the gear that meets your needs. We all vary in size, weight, want's and needs. We provide the weight, materials used, temperature rating and other useful information for all sleeping bags.

Sleeping Bag Guide: Use the guide for ratings, materials used and sleeping bag features before researching a bag if you would like more understanding for various types of sleeping bag.

GoLite Men's Adrenaline 20 Degree Sleeping Bag (Fall 2009) - BACKPACKER 2008 EDITOR'S CHOICE

The Men's Adrenaline 20° Sleeping Bag by GoLite is a premium 800-fill goose down - 20° sleeping bag that offers superior warmth - unmatched comfort and versatility - coupled with lite-weight construction and a male-specific fit. The waterproof Pertex Endurance Arid Zones at the head and foot of the bag protect against condensation in critical areas. A trimmer mummy shape offers a closer fit with warmth efficiency and the half-length top zip provides the most efficient core temperature regulation.

Specs: Rating: 20 deg F - -7 deg C, 2lbs 3-season lightweight sleeping bags

What's cool?: you will definitely stay warm, design protects better than most down sleeping bags against condensation.Won 2009 Outside Gear of the Year Award and Backpackers 2008 editor's choice for lightweight sleeping bags.

What's not?: zipper can be tricky for some that also makes getting in and out more difficult than a full zipper. High price range.

GoLite Men's Adrenaline 20 Degree Ultralight Sleeping Bags

Mountain Hardwear UltraLamina 32 Degree Sleeping Bag (Spring 2010)

Sizes: Reg.; LongMin Temp: 32°F (0°C)Shell: 20D Micro Ripstop NylonInsulation: Thermic MicroLining: 20D Nylon TaffetaLoft: Weight: Regular: 1 lb. 15 oz.; 0.87 kg. Long: 2 lbs. 2 oz.; 0.95 kg Features: Performance mummy cut for maximum warmth and minimum weight Patented - welded Lamina construction enhances loft and eliminates cold spots, Ultralight shell and lining Thermic Micro fill is soft - lofty - compressible - and durable Dual #5 zippers minimize weight and increase ventilation options Comfort Footbox follows natural foot position Face gasket and tailored hood seal in warmth Shoulder level internal zippered pocket Nylon mesh storage sack and stuff sack included

Whats Cool?: Price is very good, holds great warmth for temp rating, compresses well and lightweight.

What isn't?: Main issue for warm sleepers; not enough ventilation, but opposite for cold sleepers.

Marmot Hydrogen 30 degree F Sleeping Bag (Regular)

The Hydrogen 30° Sleeping Bag by Marmot; these are ultralight sleeping bags, down filled & designed exclusively for light and fast climbs and hikes. Weighing in at a wispy one pound, the Hydrogen still supplies incredible warmth with its certified 850+ fill goose down that has the best weight to warmth ratio in the market. Stretch tricot baffles are added to provide the ultimate in strength, durability and bag life.

A smaller and shorter zipper minimizes weight and a velcro free face muff keeps the drawcord and zipper away from your face while sleeping. For even more comfort there is a classic trapezoidal foot box for extra foot room and an insulated draft tube that eliminates cold leaks through the zipper.

Marmot Hydrogen 30 degree F Sleeping Bag (Regular)

Synthetic: Deuter Packs Dreamlite 500 Ultralight Sleeping Bags

The Dreamlite 500 Sleeping Bag by Deuter Packs is a 40-60 degree bag that is constructed for bringing on your trips when being light and staying fast is your mission. Inspired by the Deuter Speed Lite and Aircontact Lite Series of packs, you can truly shave off the pounds with the Dreamlite as an addition to your gear. Made to pack up to the size of a water bottle, and only a mere 1 lb. 2 oz., this versatile bag will keep you going at the pace you want.

Grab the Dreamlite 500 and go for your ultralight backpacking trips, warm weather camping, hut trips or anytime space and weight are an issue.

What's Cool?: Cheap, ultralight, very compact, perfect for summer camping and keeping it light on a budget.

What's Not?: Not a lot of width room, Don't buy for below 50 F.

Deuter Packs Dreamlite 500 Sleeping Bag