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MontBell America, Inc. U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #5 Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Down

MontBell America, Inc. U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #5 Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Down description

Count on the MontBell U.L. Super Stretch Hugger #5 40 Degree Down Sleeping Bag to help reduce pack weight for long backpacking trips in mild conditions, or fast and light summer excursions.

Bottom Line: Want to shave weight from your pack? Rip out tags, cut off your toothbrush, and pack the MontBell Super Stretch Hugger Sleeping Bag.

1 lb 3oz (long), stuffs to about the size of a Nalgene. This thing will make any pack you own seem huge after you put it in the bottom. Construction quality is top notch (just like every Montbell product). The "super stretch" system is genius. Space in the bag when you need it, gone when you don't. Certainly not the warmest, puffiest bag out there, but it's not supposed to be. It'll keep you warm enough to get some rest and get back out on the trail. Best of all, this will shave pounds off (and cubic inches) off your back. Top notch product, highly recommended (just like every Montbell product).

extremely lightweight. extremely compact. i definitely thought it was worth the extra cash.

I bought this bag based on universal positive reviews everywhere on the Internet - I have not been disappointed. Much has been made of the stretch on this bag - it's very much like a regular bag, but you can curl up, move your arms, twist into contorted shapes, and do everyone you normally do at home without realizing that you're in a sleeping bag. It really is a refreshing experience.The bag itself is not cheap, but it measures up to other 40 degree bags I've had - perfect for July in the Sierras. Combined with the pack size (very small) and weight (it's light!), this is my new standard bag for non-winter trips. I'd probably opt for taking this in the spring/fall as well with an extra clothing layer - that's how comfy it is.