Central Zipped Sleeping Bags

[MonsterBeetle]

Wondering if anyone can help..

I'm looking for a replacement bag that has a central zipper as I use a hammock and have had enough of my current one (Snugpak Sleeper Extreme). After some looking I have really only found a couple, one being the DD Jura 2 (currently out of stock) and the 3 season Osprey from Ray Mears/Woodlore.

Can anyone recommend any other that are preferably no more than around the £100 mark? I am tempted by the Osprey but it's £185 and I've heard mixed reviews.

Must have similar specs as my current bag i.e. comfort between -5/7 and preferably lighter than 2.1kg.

Maybe they're aren't anymore out there with those requirements but hopefully someone can help

Thanks.

 

[bopdude]

Carinthia Defence 4 ticks all your box's, comes in 2 sizes so be mindfull if your going to get one, they are a great bit of kit.

 

[mountainm]

The snugpak special forces 1 & 2 are both centre zip.
http://www.snugpak.com/outdoor/sleeping-bags/special-forces-1
http://www.snugpak.com/outdoor/sleeping-bags/special-forces-2

 

[forestwalker]

I have one of RMs bags. It is warm, but unreasonably bulky and the lining fabric can not survive my feet. Never again.

I have an old Carinthias bag -- survival one from the 90s -- and is well designed but also bulky. No idea about their current offerings.

 

[The Lord Poncho]

Carinthia Defence 4 ticks all your box's, comes in 2 sizes so be mindfull if your going to get one, they are a great bit of kit.

yes - this is exactly what you want. Crop up on ebay under £100 (and new) reasonably often. They have a face 'hole' rather than a traditional hood - that takes a little getting used to, but overall, a great, very warm bag.

 

[brambles]

Love my Defence 4 - fantastic bag, and whilst you might get it new for £100ish on eBay ( I did ) you might also not, both UKMCPro and Heinnies have them for around £130 at present

 

[Tonyuk]

An issue 95 pattern bag for £20 in good condition

Tonyuk

 

[Wacker]

An issue 95 pattern bag for £20 in good condition

Tonyuk

I've been looking at these for this winter, it's the newer 'arctic' bag isn't it? only thing putting me off is the 2kg+ weight

 

[Philster]

To be fair most synthetic winter bags will be 2kg plus in weight. But its a small price for being warm

 

[Wacker]

True indeed. They're about £35 on eBay at the moment so may get one. I can see me sweating my nuts off in it to be fair tho haha


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[MikeLA]

The only type of sleeping bag I like recommend the Ray mears ones or another snugpak or an Army issue (bulky but worth a good nights sleep)

My overall favourite is the ones MountainM mention below (3rd post)

 

[Shewie]

Have a look at quilt options (either bought or a DIY job) before you splash that kind of money on a new bag, having all that insulation between you and the hammock is really a waste. You could get an nice underquilt to see you through the colder months and use your existing bag on top of you.

 

[Johnnyboy1971]

Have a look at quilt options (either bought or a DIY job) before you splash that kind of money on a new bag, having all that insulation between you and the hammock is really a waste. You could get an nice underquilt to see you through the colder months and use your existing bag on top of you.

i have been trying my under quilt as a top quilt. Got it all cinched tight at one end for my feet and wrapped it around me and find it works really well. May have to get a proper top quilt.

 

[Duggie Bravo]

You could try an MoD surplus bag, but might be a bit heavy.


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[Graywolf]

http://www.rockrun.com/brands/mountain-hardwear/mountain-hardwear-hyperlamina-flame-20 or the http://www.rockrun.com/mountain-hardwear-hyperlamina-torch-0 .Not sure if suitable for a hammock due to it only having half zip you may have trouble getting in but they are definitely light for synthetic bags.Have used the Carinthia Defence 4 which is a brill bag though heavy if backpacking.

 

[MonsterBeetle]

Carinthia Defence 4 ticks all your box's, comes in 2 sizes so be mindfull if your going to get one, they are a great bit of kit.​

It's a nice bag and I had dismissed it due to price although HH have it for £130 so I'm considering it.

• Yesterday, 17:07
  mountainm
  The snugpak special forces 1 & 2 are both centre zip.
  http://www.snugpak.com/outdoor/sleep...ecial-forces-1
  http://www.snugpak.com/outdoor/sleep...ecial-forces-2​

First ones not warm enough and the second is a little over what I want to pay. I've seen a few for around the £180 mark so if I had the extra cash I'd pay a little more. That and the Defence 4 is about the same weight but has a much higher comfort rating.

• Yesterday, 20:35
  Shewie
  Have a look at quilt options (either bought or a DIY job) before you splash that kind of money on a new bag, having all that insulation between you and the hammock is really a waste. You could get an nice underquilt to see you through the colder months and use your existing bag on top of you.
  
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True although I would effectively be carrying another bag and with my load out I just wouldn't have the room. I've never been cold with my current bag it's just the weight/size and side zip that are becoming annoying. Saying that the Travel Hammock I use isn't breathable and I've had problems with condensation so I was thinking of replacing that as well!

• Yesterday, 23:01
  Graywolf
  http://www.rockrun.com/brands/mounta...amina-flame-20 or the http://www.rockrun.com/mountain-hard...lamina-torch-0 .Not sure if suitable for a hammock due to it only having half zip you may have trouble getting in but they are definitely light for synthetic bags.Have used the Carinthia Defence 4 which is a brill bag though heavy if backpacking.​

Both of those look good but just a little more than I want to pay.

Artic issue bags are indeed very warm but I can't justify the weight and space they take up. Although most overnighters I go on don't require much more than a mile or twos walk I like to have one setup that's as adaptable for any season as well as being light enough to hike 20+ km in a day.

Thanks for the replies.

 

[bopdude]

Brand new Carinthia just over the £100 mark with delivery LINK

 

[Graywolf]

Brand new Carinthia just over the £100 mark with delivery LINK thats the Defense 1 doubt it would be warm enough

 

[bopdude]

Brand new Carinthia just over the £100 mark with delivery LINK thats the Defense 1 doubt it would be warm enough

My bad, wrong link, brb, thanks for pointing that out

 

[bopdude]

Be Quick, brand new £60.00 LINK