Hiking Gear

An inflatable, elaborate air mattress is generally referred to as the air bed sleeping bag. These beds are generally used in camps, at home for guests or sometimes even for permanent use in the bedrooms. These sleeping bags are particularly important because they can be used as beds in situations where it is almost impossible to carry beds. For example, during hiking, climbing or hill walking, they provide the comfort of bed and also act as blankets to provide warmth and thermal insulation. They, at times, can also provide protection against precipitation and wind chills.

There are various things to be considered before selecting a sleeping bag. The sleeping bag should be such that it suits your body shape, your personal thermostat and should be a perfect overnight destination. However, the selection becomes difficult because of the availability of several models with each having its particular speciality.

From the hundreds of models to select from, it is wise to go for the grizzly sleeping bags that have received some raving reviews from the customers. The grizzly bags are cozy, comfortable, with enough space for two people. They are heavy but still can be carried easily in any carry bag. The soft flannel inside provides the warmth needed in the cold weather.

For people who want a lot of space for sleeping, there are oversize sleeping bags. They are big, warm and comfortable with plenty of room inside to move while sleeping. It is specially recommended for kids and adults who go for camping in cold weather. However, because of the bulky size it is unsuitable for backpacking.

The cold weather sleeping bags come with the goose down insulation to provide the warmth required in the chilly weather. It compresses the best with the most efficient insulator. In fact, these light weight sleeping bags are the warmest for their weight and loft back easily. These winter sleeping bags should also have the features like zipper draft tubers, shoulder collars and ergonomic hoods that provide insulation without being claustrophobic.

Then, there are sleeping bags designed specially for couples. They come in different models like double wide sleeping bags, 2 person sleeping bags or simply double sleeping bags. The double wide bags from King Solomon require a pad instead of a fill that compresses under the body. All the double bag systems come with a couple kit, a set of paired loops to hold the two pads together. This reduces the distance between the two people on the ground.

The slumberjack sleeping bags provide all kinds of family, kids, couple and cold weather bags. They offer an innovative series of bags that are light weight, with thermolite extreme insulation, and compresses down to the size of a football. There are also many discount sleeping bags available to suit your budget and needs.