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Post by willie on May 15, 2008 8:07:31 GMT
I have got a few emails off people asking me what sleeping bag to get for the alps and i am not that sure. LIke i'm trying to get advise off a few off the older lads here. I have a blue Kazoo which i don't think is value for money. It's grand,do the job but froze me bolox off in austria when i went camping. oh make sure that if youo go camping in snow that you have a well insulated mat underneath you.For 200yoyo i don't think it is worth it. Then it's the question synthetic or down. down of course is the obvious choice for most people as the see that it is light and compacts down more in your rucksack. but come on your living in ireland. lets face it it pisses rain half the time, so your too nervous to take out your sleeping bag. so your only gonna use it in the alps when you will spnd max 3/4 weeks of a year. then the odd massive trip where it's probably not warm enough.is spending this much money worth it. remember we're students see the synthetic if it gets wet it won't loose its capicity to store heat as easily. so what is the best value for money sleeping bag?
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Post by yellowwellies on May 15, 2008 11:27:00 GMT
Hee hee hee, ur just jealous cuz a blue kazoo aint all its made up2b n i got a cool sleepin bag4cheaper n its better...moi ha ha ha ha ha...tanks to coxy & har for their advice...
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Post by mike on May 15, 2008 11:38:00 GMT
First question to ask is... are you planning on sleeping somewhere on the mountains or only in the valley. If you're only sleeping in the valley then you don't need much of a bag. Also, you can do things like wearing a hat/socks/gloves thermal layer in your bag to help stay warm, Or you can use two bags to get the same effect as one warmer bag, so a normal bag and a summer bag. The important thing is that your bag is the right size. too big and there is too much air that needs to be heated by your body and a larger surface area for the heat to escape. Too small and you will be uncomfortable. So if you have a sleeping bag already maybe you could buy a summer bag large enough to put your normal bag into. Think of it as a sleeping bag layering system similar to your clothes. As for specific bags, I have no idea. I'm sure someone will be around in a second to tell me I'm wrong
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Post by mike on May 15, 2008 11:38:47 GMT
Maybe you could post their advice, might be more helpful than your other reply ??
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Post by Keith on May 15, 2008 12:35:33 GMT
Maybe you could not be pretentious and somewhat condescending, might be more helpful than your other reply ??
Just to let you all know they're selling 3 season mummy style sleeping bags in Aldi at the moment for €18 or €19. Not suggesting you get one for the Alps, but could be handy for having in your apartment for guests.
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Post by Superboy on May 15, 2008 13:28:23 GMT
My bag I got in Argos was really bulky to carry over. It was a 500 grams per square metre synthetic bag. It was toasty though. And because it was so thick it cushioned the ground so it was comfy too. Like sleeping on a matress made of babies arses, it was that soft.
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Post by Paul on May 16, 2008 11:14:44 GMT
Forgot to put a post up. Im in the states at the mo visiting Ferg some session last night.
If any one wants me to pick up gear let us know im sure there is a few bargains around with the rate of the euro to the dollar at the mo.
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Post by yellowwellies on May 16, 2008 12:57:19 GMT
Sorry for my earlier post...i was just trying to have some fun banter with friends on the board but I forgot that no fun was aloud as the more elite people don't appreciate it...
My opinion on bags would be varied...I personally got a down sleeping bag from Canada...I'm not sure what temperature it goes down to but it is better than a Blue Kazoo...I agree with Conor that Blue Kazoos are very hyped up and not the best value out there.
The next question is if you want down or synthetic-this really is personal preferance in my opinion...each one has pros & cons eg. down getting wet leads to tempreature loss & synthetic is a little heavier & not as compact...
I wouldn't agree with a summer bag & another bag and combining the two as this seems that you have extra bulk because youve2bags which to me seems more hassle...
I am open for correction but I think James had a warm bag from Lidl or Aldi which was cheap enough & also kept him warm...
Lastly I for one don't like wearing my thermals all day long and then in a bag at night your gonna be extra stinky...Not to mention if you wear your clothes to bed they won't keep you as warm during the day...
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Post by Superboy on May 16, 2008 15:03:28 GMT
Where will ye be camping? And is the idea that the bag will need to be good down to -10 for bivying? If there's no plan for bivying and the place where you're camping isn't too cold you cold get low enough tog sythetic bags. Easy to carry, cheap, won't be wrecked in wet. Only two people bivied last year. It's not ideal anyway.
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Post by mike on May 16, 2008 17:36:31 GMT
Sorry for my earlier post...i was just trying to have some fun banter with friends on the board but I forgot that no fun was aloud as the more elite people don't appreciate it... I'm not sure why I've been elevated to elite status?? I had enough hassle a few years ago for trying to post fun stuff on the banter board I don't see why you shouldn't get similar for posting nonsense in the reviews section. That's the last I'm going to say on this
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Post by maeve on May 16, 2008 20:19:55 GMT
Lastly I for one don't like wearing my thermals all day long and then in a bag at night your gonna be extra stinky...Not to mention if you wear your clothes to bed they won't keep you as warm during the day... Just like to add something here... I'm a fan of wearing as many layers as i need to at night to keep warm. I can see why using two sleeping bags would be hassle vis a vis weight and bulk but i don't agree that you'll be colder during the day if you wear your thermals etc at night. Think about it, what are you doing in your sleeping bag??? Just lying still (sometimes )but during the day you're moving around and creating your own heat. If your bag is too thin do something about it, throw on a hoodie and socks etc. Yes you might be initially cold when you get outta your bag in the morning but you'll soon warm up and be in good form after enjoying a comfortably warm, shiver-free night's sleep. Also I've never known an opc trip that doesn't end up stinky, kinda goes with the territory
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Post by willie on May 17, 2008 12:59:30 GMT
i was in Aldi there and got that bag keitho was on about. wee bit bulky but for 18yoyo can't go wrong. perfect for the alps first time round anyway. there is loads up there at the moment.
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