Camping Bag
Posted on Thursday, August 4th, 2011 at 7:47 pm
Sleeping Bag Shape – Deciding between a Camping Bag or Mummy Bag
So you’ve finally decided it is time to replace that old sleeping bag that you’ve had since your were a teenager, a Boy Scout, or perhaps you have one of those sleeping bags made by the big box manufacturer that made your tent, your portable stove, your lantern and your cooler. At first, the number of variables to consider: temperature rating, shape, type of filler material, and finally weight, appear to make the job of selecting the right sleeping bag appear complicated. In this article I will describe some of the important features to consider when deciding whether a Camping Bag or a Mummy Bag is the right shape for your personal camping situation.
Camping Bags
Camping Bags, also referred to as rectangular sleeping bags, are just that, rectangular in shape. The rectangular sleeping bag is the most common style. A rectangular sleeping bag is quite roomy, providing maximum room to move about. And if you tend to twist and turn while you sleep, the Camping Bag is your preferred choice. Camping Bags come in all temperature ratings, so you will find one for any season of camping you need. In addition, manufacturers have added a hood to some of their rectangular sleeping bags, much like a built in pillow. These bags retain more of your body heat and many will have a drawstring that allows the hood to fit snugly around your head, minimizing the lost of body heat from your head.
With a rectangular sleeping bag, you can unzip them and use them like a quilt. And with some manufacturers you can also zip two identical rectangular sleeping bags together to make a double sleeping bag, large enough for two people.
Mummy Bags
Mummy shaped sleeping bags look much like their name, larger at the head and shoulders with a taper to the feet. A Mummy Bag is designed to maximize heat retention by this close fit, reducing the dead air space inside the bag. The mummy bag usually unzips only part of the way, thus, keeping the feet permanently enclosed. This is an important feature when camping in colder temperatures since the feet are more prone to heat loss than other parts of the body. Mummy bags are also designed to fit completely around your head, leaving only your face exposed to the cold.
However, the mummy bag shape is not for everyone. Some folks love the cacoon feel that a properly fitting mummy bag can provide, while others may find the mummy bag tight and constrictive. If you suffer from any level of claustrophobia, a mummy bag is not for you.
Size Options
In addition to shape, many of the manufacturers provide rectangular and mummy bags in both regular and longer lengths. So if you need a longer sleeping bag, check the specifications for sleeping bags designated as Long to find one where the length is suitable for your height. There is nothing worse than to slip into a sleeping bag and have your toes reach the bottom before your head is properly positioned. If your frame is tall, look for the sleeping bags designated as Long.
Kids Sleeping Bags
Kids Sleeping Bags also come in both Rectangular and Mummy Bag shapes. The only difference is the overall size of the bag. A Kids mummy bag for instance is a smaller version of the adult bag.
About the Author
Kerry@sleepingbagsgalore.com
At our site, www.sleepingbagsgalore.com, we have Camping Bags and Mummy Bags available in all temperature ratings, some in Long lengths, and as Kids Sleeping Bags as well.
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