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 what is the best gsm for a sleeping bag the one we have is from argos its 400 gsm and very warm indeed, I need another one is a 300 gsm just as good

any advice welcome

Quote: Originally posted by fireflyring on 29/07/2005

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 what is the best gsm for a sleeping bag the one we have is from argos its 400 gsm and very warm indeed, I need another one is a 300 gsm just as good

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Depends on the weather and the time of year you are camping !

300gsm should be OK at this time of year, 500gms is needed aroung March & October.

In general a bag advertised as OK for -15C would only be comfortable to around -5C,

Rather than rely totally on your bag for warmth you will find far greater flexibility for our uncertain climate by also using fleeced covers and clothes when cold and unzipping or just using a fleeced cover when warmer. The fleeced covers I use come from the carp fishing scene and are around £25-£30 delivered. These are designed to go round a bedchair but can be used equally well without.

Also bear in mind that some bags have different thickness on front to the back and therefore assume the bag if not you will remain with the thicker front to the top.

  Hollo fibre bags are usualy warmer, weight for weight

Thanks guys and gals much appreciated    

sue and mike

If you cant decide what sleeping bag to take, although I have only ever take one, then instaed of fleece covers or liners, take an el cheapo sleeping as a spare, you can use the two sleeping bags together, unzip one and use it as a blanket etc.

Never quite understood why fleeces seem so popular as a standby, a cheap sleeping bag (from Lidl etc) would be cheaper than a fleece liner, is about the same packed size as a fleece liner, is lighter and most importantly is a great deal warmer than a fleece liner could ever be.