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A new summer synthetic bag-any recommendations

Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2014 11:18 am
by Mike
So after this hot weather I've decided to go back to using my summerweight synthetic bag, but its old now so I'm in the market for a new one!

What are your thoughts and recommendations. I want it to pack down small and be a sensible weight. Are there any prima loft bags out there??

Anyone using a mountain raid?

Re: A new summer synthetic bag-any recommendations

Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2014 11:24 am
by Bearbonesnorm
Either have a look at the OMM stuff (not convinced they'll be warm though) or how about a synthetic quilt?

Re: A new summer synthetic bag-any recommendations

Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2014 11:26 am
by Mike
Who sells the quilts stu?

Re: A new summer synthetic bag-any recommendations

Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2014 12:04 pm
by Bearbonesnorm
Enlightened in the US make synthetic quilts called 'Prodigy' you can buy them in the EU: http://www.trekking-lite-store.com/trek ... isunu1r9p6

The 2 season 50 degree is what I'd call a true summer quilt - good to 10 degrees C, weighs less than 350g but will set you back £165.

Another option might be a Cumulus 150 down quilt ... similar weight but much cheaper at £100. You can find them on the same link.

There's a Spanish outfit that also make nice synthetic quilts ... I'll try and remember what they're called.

Re: A new summer synthetic bag-any recommendations

Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2014 12:07 pm
by Bearbonesnorm
There's a Spanish outfit that also make nice synthetic quilts ... I'll try and remember what they're called.
Bloody hell, I'm good :wink:

https://astucas.com/en/gear/sestrals-quilt

Re: A new summer synthetic bag-any recommendations

Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2014 12:42 pm
by Stevemorg
Softie 3s make great summer bags - no too bulky, warm enough and not too expensive

Re: A new summer synthetic bag-any recommendations

Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2014 10:18 pm
by Mike
Cheers stu I'll be taking a good look at all those. Need a good spend up :-bd