Sleeping Bag Comparison Chart Down & insuLITE Sleeping Bag Features
Use this easy-to-follow chart to help pick your perfect sleeping bag • Select a bag with a temperature rating for the coldest night time temperature you expect to encounter – anticipate the worst when it comes to the weather! • Down sleeping bags are lightweight, highly compressible and have the best weight-to-warmth ratio of any fill. • insuLITE sleeping bags dry quickly, are easy to clean and are the ideal choice for use in damp conditions. • The shape of your bag makes a difference. Rectangular bags allow you to spread out in your bag and have more space for your body to heat up. Mummy bags generate more heat in a faster period of time and are fantastic in cold climates and at high elevation.
• Using a sleeping mat creates a layer of comfort and insulation from the ground. • A Down bags loft rating is an indicator of two important features; the warmth-to-weight efficiency and compressibility – both critical in retaining warmth and comfort. • If you’re likely to encounter damp conditions consider a down bag with an eproof DWR (durable water repellency) finish or a insuLITE fill bag. • Left and right sided zip options allow you the versatility to zip two bags together, creating a double sized bag.
The advantages of goose and duck down fill sleeping bags
Down
• Offers the best warmth to weight ratio • Excellent durability • Provides superior comfort in cold, dry conditions • Retains shape and loft • Highly compressible, breathable and lightweight
L R
M
L
M
R
L T
H
0
680 Loft
Pathfinder
R
M
Globetrotter v5
T
-10
700 Loft
Seeker
H
S
T
+3
650 Loft
L
S
L R S
C
T
-8
700 Loft
Cicerone v3
H
C
T
-3
700 Loft
C
T
-3
+7
**500 Loft
T
R
R
S
L
S
R
210
Approx. Packed Dimen. CM***
1.41
84
20x38
1.28
75
19x37
220
1.19
84
19x36
210
1.10
75
18x35
220
0.74
84
16x29
210
0.69
75
15x28
220
1.49
84
20x37
210
1.36
75
19x35
197
1.29
70
19x30
220
1.01
84
18x32
210
0.90
75
17x33
197
0.80
70
15x29
220
1.54
84
20x35
210 197
1.40 1.30
75 70
19x35 18x35
Dia. x Len.
1.17
84
20x38
210
1.06
75
19x37
220
1.32
84
19x34
R
210
1.20
75
18x33
197
1.10
70
18x32
220 210
0.68 0.61
84
16x22 15x21
S
R
Zip Side Options
75
Middle
220
Approx. Bag Shoulder Width CM
220
L
M
Bag Avg. Weight KG
R
L
650 Loft
H
Comet
S
L
Navigator v6
Columbus v6
R
Approx. Bag Length CM
Right
Small
-7
Large Regular
H
Semi-Rec.
A
Rectangle
Pacesetter
Duck
-12
Mummy
H
Goose
A
Travel
Moonraker
700 Loft
Camping
Hiking
Limit Temperature Rating ºC *(Guide only)
Alpine
Model
Sizes Avail.
Down Bag Shape Fill
700 Loft
EN13537
Perfect for...
Left
Sleeping Bags
*Tested to EN 13537 European Temperature Ratings. See back page for more details. **70% duck down fill. ***Compression sacs (sold separately) will further reduce the volume size.
The advantages of insuLITE® synthetic fill sleeping bags
insuLITE
• Offers the best choice in damp conditions • Excellent value for money • Keeps you warmer than down, when wet • Constructed from lightweight fibres that trap warm air around your body • Easy-care (machine washable) with quick-drying properties
Odyssey
Nomadic
Kids’ Pipsqueak v4
0
L M
R
L
S
R
L H
C
T
+1
C
T
+6
T
N/A
T
N/A
S
C
C
T
N/A
Approx. Packed Dimen. CM***
220
1.16
78
19x40
210
1.04
70
19x35
220
2.12
82
25x55
210
1.84
72
25x45
Dia. x Len.
1.51
82
22x55
210
1.35
72
22x45
R
220 210
1.08 0.98
82 72
180
0.64
85
14x30
170
0.63
75
14x30
K
165
0.99
65
14x33
K
170
0.93
63
16x36
R
Zip Side Options
19x45 19x40
M
R
Sleeping Bag Shapes Mummy The bag shape of choice when maximum insulation, minimum volume and weight are required.
Semi Rectangular These bags suit a variety of uses and temperatures and have a tapered cut that provides efficient heat retention.
Rectangular Ideal for spring and summer camping. When the temperature rises the side and foot zips allow versatile temperature control. Bags can be opened out completely and used as a blanket.
Middle
Approx. Bag Shoulder Width CM
220
L
S
Bag Avg. Weight KG
R
L
S
Approx. Bag Length CM
Left
Small Kids
Large Regular
Rectangle
Mummy
Limit Temperature Rating ºC *(Guide only)
Bag Shape Sizes Avail.
-7
C
Tropic
Kids’ Orb
Travel
T
H
Camper v4
Globe v4
Camp
Hike
Model
EN13537
Semi-Rec.
Perfect for...
Right
Sleeping Bags
Technical Information Temperature Ratings EN 13537 A selection of Kathmandu sleeping bags are tested to and comply with the European EN 13537 Temperature Ratings. Temperatures should be used as a guide only. The limit rating has been provided in this comparison chart, as this is the lowest temperature at which a ‘standard’ adult male is deemed to be able to have a comfortable nights sleep. Comfort and Extreme ratings are available on our website.
Comfort:
T Comfort is based on a ‘standard’ adult woman having a comfortable night’s sleep.
Transition: T Limit is based on the lowest temperature at which a ‘standard’ adult male is deemed to be able to have a comfortable night’s sleep. Extreme: T Extreme is a survival only rating for a ‘standard’ adult woman. “In the risk range a strong sensation of cold has to be expected and there is a risk of hypothermia”. This is an extreme survival rating only and is not advisable for consumers to rely on this rating for general use. The best guideline for temperatures for purchase decisions are the T Comfort and T Limit ratings.
3
1
2 2
3
1 1
3
1 2 3
DWR (Durable Water Resistant) finish Breathable and wind resistant Lightweight
eproof is a lightweight wind resistant nylon fabric ideal for changeable climates. With a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish and a micro-porous breathable coating, it allows perspiration to escape while keeping moisture out – keeping you warm, dry and comfortable.
1 2 3
Premium insulation and warmth DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish Lightweight and compressible
Goose and Duck down fill provides the ultimate in insulation for the least bulk. Highly compressible for quick storage when travelling, down insulation will keep you toasty when the temperature drops. Down performance is measured by loft power – the higher the number the more efficient the insulation.
2
1 2 3
Lightweight insulation without bulk Traps warm air for thermal efficiency DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish
insuLITE fill provides insulation and comfort in a range of climates. Constructed from lightweight synthetic fibres that trap warm air around your body, insuLITE delivers high thermal performance, even in damp conditions. A durable and easy case option for travel and day-to-day adventures.