Would you choose 0 vs -30 for 3 season camping in Colorado mountians? Worried -30 might be too hot during summer months, I could always add a blanket
81882
The minus 30 can only be used in winter camping it is way to hot. I used it this fall the temp was around 40 degrees and had to have the bag unzipped because it was to hot.
81883
It could be, but also remember it would also depend how high up you are. Husband used in dead of winter in SW MO and advised not to over dress when you got in the bag for fear of sweating too much.
81884
Unfortunately I'm not real familiar with the camping conditions that area. All I could say is that if you don't plan on camping in below zero weather then I would get the zero degree sleeping bag. If you were on the verge of 0 degrees and a little below I think an extra blanket would keep you plenty warm.
81885
Is it possible to have a light weight sleeping bag for summer? That was my solution. I LOVE this bag!
81886
I think the -30 would still be my choice we have 90F days and 30F nights during archery season in Oregon. Is the sleeping bag sometimes warm when going to bed yes but iI do not like additional blankets. Hope this helped.
732248
good point. this will be my first summer using it. it did wonders for the winter. my bedroom and bathroom over the garage hit 80 degrees for the first time since I owned the house. I will definitely keep an eye on the temps this summer. Worst case I should delicately be able to remove the insulation for the summer. Shoot me a message in August. I will let you know if my house burned down. lol
1273841
I come from Wyoming... it would depend on how much you blanket your horse overall (during the summer etc., or only during the winter months)..but that being said... I'm not sure how 'cold' you get (we have a dry climate here so it's different.... but in my opinion I'd use a light-weight one vs. the medium. I only blanket when ours are locked in a pen and the weather is awful and only use the medium-weight. I bought a really nice mid-weight for my daugther at college and he's hardly needed it...but we've yet to get into our 'cold' yet. *if your older horse stuggles with 'weight' himself (i.e. needs extra food-stuffs) I'd go with the medium. hope that helps you :/ I come from Wyoming... it would depend on how much you blanket your horse overall (during the summer etc., or only during the winter months)..but that being said... I'm not sure how 'cold' you get (we have a dry climate here so it's different.... but in my opinion I'd use a light-weight one vs. the medium. I only blanket when ours are locked in a pen and the weather is awful and only use the medium-weight. I bought a really nice mid-weight for my daugther at college and he's hardly needed it...but we've yet to get into our 'cold' yet. *if your older horse stuggles with 'weight' himself... » Read More I come from Wyoming... it would depend on how much you blanket your horse overall (during the summer etc., or only during the winter months)..but that being said... I'm not sure how 'cold' you get (we have a dry climate here so it's different.... but in my opinion I'd use a light-weight one vs. the medium. I only blanket when ours are locked in a pen and the weather is awful and only use the medium-weight. I bought a really nice mid-weight for my daugther at college and he's hardly needed it...but we've yet to get into our 'cold' yet. *if your older horse stuggles with 'weight' himself (i.e. needs extra food-stuffs) I'd go with the medium. hope that helps you :/ « Show Less
1360210
I find it better than the ground. I use a blanket for a littile more warmth lining and cushion. The only real drawback is the bar down the center. Its also large. But it makes my week of camping comfortable.
955349
I would consider it a 3 season tent. I've camped with it in the mountains of Colorado in late fall, temps in the low 30s at night. I was comfortable with a 20 degree sleeping bag.may not be heavy duty enough for snow loads. Very good waterproofing too.
371584
The bag is probably not too warm for the Rockies in summer months. We usually take a top sheet with us and zip the sides down in warmer weather. The bag is machine washable but is fairly large and does not zip apart into two pieces so you may need to use a commercial laundry.
548474
We have used them for our Scout Troop for over 6 years now on same tents. We are in Utah and so we camp in 100 degree weather and zero degree weather with snow! Never a problem!!!! They look almost new still to this day, we do however take very good care of them and make sure they are put up dry. We probably have 80 nights on them.
638051
NO....I am guessing it is not comfortable at minus 30 degrees. it is comfortable to high teens Fahrenheit when accompanied by light wool or flannel blanket directly against your body as insulation AND comforter or wool blanket over the top of the bag. It is a seriously comfortable, well constructed bag. Excellent value. I HIGHLY recommend it! Soon will be entering the third year of use.....estimating 300 nights of use altogether - still like brand new, fresh as a daisy. One thing to note...it is heavy in weight - you will not want to move it around much. In winter mine lives in the back of my SUV.ALL THE BEST! NO....I am guessing it is not comfortable at minus 30 degrees. it is comfortable to high teens Fahrenheit when accompanied by light wool or flannel blanket directly against your body as insulation AND comforter or wool blanket over the top of the bag. It is a seriously comfortable, well constructed bag. Excellent value. I HIGHLY recommend it! Soon will be entering the third year of use.....estimating 300 nights of use altogether - still like brand new, fresh as a daisy. One thing to note...it is heavy in weight - you will not want to move it around much. In winter mine lives in the back of... » Read More NO....I am guessing it is not comfortable at minus 30 degrees. it is comfortable to high teens Fahrenheit when accompanied by light wool or flannel blanket directly against your body as insulation AND comforter or wool blanket over the top of the bag. It is a seriously comfortable, well constructed bag. Excellent value. I HIGHLY recommend it! Soon will be entering the third year of use.....estimating 300 nights of use altogether - still like brand new, fresh as a daisy. One thing to note...it is heavy in weight - you will not want to move it around much. In winter mine lives in the back of my SUV.ALL THE BEST! « Show Less
607549
We live in Colorado and have only had snow and cold temps so far. It's very heavy duty. My only recommendation is that it runs big and we have high winds and it tends to blow off (even with the straps). I wish there were more straps. I've had to resort to large bungee cords.
852111
Much of that depends on your own comfort level, what clothing you have on, what type of protection you have from the ground, and so on. This blanket might be rated at summer bag level of warmth except without the enclosed foot box and side zippers, so plan accordingly. This is designed more for sitting around camp watching the fire and the occasional trip to the latrine. I toss it over my bag, or beneath me, if I need a little extra warmth, but I would not bring this INSTEAD of a regular bag.
1945008
I live in Utah. These were great for our cold weather months (~Nov thru Apr). But once we hit the first day of spring, I changed them for something cooler and more "springy". I don't like to be warm at all on summer nights and I do think these would be too warm for year round use. I love these for the winter though -- each bed in our home has a set of these. And if they ever wore out, I'd be hoping they still make these so I could buy them again.
394355
I'm from Colorado and so I'm kinda use to cold. But I would have to say no...-5 yes...hope this helped.
617233
Best outside not around things that can burn.... dry season is here so beware of that. Wind is also something to watch for not being to strong.
1004390
I started cool weather seeds this week (lettuce,spinach,peas). I'll start other plants probably next week. I watch how cold it will get overnight. If it stays above 32, I figure most seeds will be ok. By the time the little shoots have started coming up, it will be staying warmer at night. I'll bring in geraniums and pansies in the next week or two. I've been in the greenhouse the past few evenings and it is still pretty warm. I always go by Zone 4 for Colo. And I always try to pick perennials that are native to this area. You can't go wrong with any of them. They take the cold weather better. It's always trial and error with these little grow house. Good luck and thanks for asking!
1191850
We are by no means avid backpackers. We used these for our children on a few cold weather camping trips. They worked fantastic in 12* weather. They pack down small but I have seen smaller. That being said we camped for 7 days and had no issues with it. But it may be cumbersome on a long hiking trip. Overall great quality, comfort and ease or use!
1273842
It depends upon what you mean by "nicer days". Up here in Minnesota, a nice day is still zero degrees in the winter. Check the information on the blankets. They should show a range of temps. I believe light weight blankets are good in the 40's-50's, midweights in the 30's-40's for most manufacturers. The description of the blanket should include a temp range. That would be the best gauge of which type you need.
1219212
Winter camping in snow, cold weather, absolutely not. I frequently camp in the mountains in April-early May in New Mexico. I have excellent sleeping bags, and am unafraid to camp if it hits just below 32 degrees. Some folks tack down a tarp (the tarps with the silvery material on the inside) over the tent to hold in the heat. Snow load is not an issue. Snow drifting against the side of the tent will cause you problems. Also in cold weather, with warm bodies on the inside of the tent, with cold air outside of the tent can cause extreme condensation build up on the walls- experience speaking.