How to Choose the Right Sleeping Bag Weight for Your Next Camping Trip
Person 1: Hey, I’m planning a camping trip and I’m trying to figure out which sleeping bag to get. What weight should I be looking for?
Person 2: That depends on a few things. What time of year are you going?
Person 1: It’s in the summer.
| Temperature | Stuffer Type | Filling | Filling weight |
| 40º F; 4º C | Synthetic | Spirafil 120 | 12 oz |
| 40º F; 4º C | Synthetic | Climashield HL | 1 lb 3 oz |
| 40º F; 4º C | Down | 650 Goose Down | 10 oz |
| 40º F; 4º C | Down | 650+ Goose Down | 10 oz |
| 40º F; 4º C | Down | 850+ Goose Down | 12 oz |
Person 2: Okay, then you’ll want to look for a lightweight sleeping bag. You’ll want something that’s rated for temperatures between 40 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit. That way, you’ll stay warm enough without having to lug around a heavy bag.
