Snugpak Merlin (softie 3) sleeping bag

[Mike8472]

Just spotted some on internet and they look like they have an incredibly small pack size; so would be great for my bergen saving me space and weight.

Are these any good? Anyone used them?

 

[Mesquite]

Just spotted some on internet and they look like they have an incredibly small pack size; so would be great for my bergen saving me space and weight.

Are these any good? Anyone used them?

Yes, I have 1 and they do pack up that small but I found Snugpack are somewhat optimistic about their rating system.

If I remember rightly they say you're supposed to be an average weight male about 24 years old, wearing a base layer, sleeping in a tent with a similar companion to get the right rating.

 

[hornbyben]

They're good for the summer (i.e. above about 10ºC), but if you want to go lower than that then IMHO you're better off spending a bit more and getting a nice down sleeping bag, which will be lighter, pack as small and last a lot longer.

 

[forrestdweller]

They're good for the summer (i.e. above about 10ºC), but if you want to go lower than that then IMHO you're better off spending a bit more and getting a nice down sleeping bag, which will be lighter, pack as small and last a lot longer.

exactly the temperature range i had in mind; + i need it for the tropics(=hot and humid) where downs are less suitable as they tend to rot easier

 

[Nat]

It's ok if you're in a tent but i wouldn't recommend sleeping in one, even in a bivi, out in the open. Material is pretty easyily ripped aswell. Had one and used it on ex - once, never again.

 

[CLEM]

Good summer bag In my opinion, Ive used mine a fair bit and been pleased with it. The only down side is I find them small and a tad restrictive but then thats the same most bags.

 

[R3XXY]

I found Snugpack are somewhat optimistic about their rating system.

I'll second that.

 

[wentworth]

Here in Australia they used to be advertised as a -5C bag, then the rating was changed to 0C. Wouldn't be suprised if it is now +5C. Very thin bag.

 

[treadlightly]

A good bag but add 5c to their temperature ratings.

 

[Peat]

exactly the temperature range i had in mind; + i need it for the tropics(=hot and humid) where downs are less suitable as they tend to rot easier

My girlfriend is currently in central america using one that she got for a tenner! I'll ask her how its performing when I next speak to her.

 

[torc]

If it's a summer sleeping bag you want, Tesco's are stocking these
at the moment,
http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.204-2384.aspx.
They pack pretty small and don't weigh much.
Happy trails...torc.

 

[Shambling Shaman]

Yes, I have 1 and they do pack up that small but I found Snugpack are somewhat optimistic about their rating system.

If I remember rightly they say you're supposed to be an average weight male about 24 years old, wearing a base layer, sleeping in a tent with a similar companion to get the right rating.

As above, but i have a silk liner that works really well with it or a fleece liner, HH pro wool base layers as jim-jams