Deal of the century on MB UL Down Hugger bags

[YaZOO]

Guys;

Just wanted to pass along the great deal that I ran across. Aparently Modern Mountain Man is having a sale on Montbell sleeping bags and yes they are the the "Ultra Light Super Stretch" down hugger kind. Jump on them while you can.

Heres the link:

http://www.modernmountainman.com/cat...tegory&id=7395

[McPick]

This bag sounds very interesting. Anybody ever used it? Comments?

[Desert Rat]

Have never used one on a trip but I have been on a test drive at an outfitter and it worked well enough for me to try one out. Thank you YaZOO, saved me some $$$.

[Sly]

This bag sounds very interesting. Anybody ever used it? Comments?

I owe a couple. They're great bags especially if you're a big guy and like a wide girth. Conservative ratings

[buz]

Those are good prices. I bought the #3 and camped out in it for a trial. Temp was right at 30. Couldn't stay warm, usual light wool socks, light top, light fleece hat on in bag. Talked to Montbell and sent to them in exchange for a #2. They were very good and took back no problem, charged me the difference plus one way shipping, about $50.

(I got the bag initially on a going out of business sale, way cheaper than in this thread, just lucky right place and time) so upgrading still brought the out of pocket to low $200's.

Sleeping temp is very individual. My comments are that the #2 is significantly warmer than the #3 for little more weight. It has a draft tube around the neck and lots more loft. Both pack very small. I like it for the ss feature, as I roll around. If you are 6' be very wary of regular length. I don't think you will fit, as I am 6'1" and needed the long.

They are nice bags, but IMO if pricing is similar, I think WM bags are more conservative in their ratings and warmer. But some styles of the WM bags are very small girth, need to watch that before buying if you are bigger person, and order the bigger girth bags like the Megalite.

[LIhikers]

I have the #2 and love it.
I roll around a lot in my sleep and the stretch feature works great.
The #2 is rated to 25 degrees and I've been comfortable down into the teens with just a good base layer on.
It's light weight, packs small, and is very comfortable to sleep in. What's not to like about a Montbell bag?

[Cuffs]

I have the 15* (#1 I think) and love it! a regular mummy bag to me is like a straight jacket!

[wilconow]

Thank you for posting, I am ordering a #2 now.

[Alex]

So I'm planning on starting my thru-hike at the end of March next year, and I'm torn on whether to get the Montbell SS #1 or #2. I'm leaning towards #2, but what does everyone else think?

-Alex

[Sly]

So I'm planning on starting my thru-hike at the end of March next year, and I'm torn on whether to get the Montbell SS #1 or #2. I'm leaning towards #2, but what does everyone else think?

-Alex

Yeah, get the #2 or perhaps a #3, it will be more versatile, but just be aware it could get cold for a couple weeks. I have a #1 and it's too warm for most nights.

[Alex]

Cool, I've got a summer bag, so this will be pretty much just for colder times, but I don't mind wearing more clothes if I have to. Looks like I'm gonna order a #2.

-Alex

[Alex]

Apparently they are sold out of the #2. I was too late.

[Sly]

Cool, I've got a summer bag, so this will be pretty much just for colder times, but I don't mind wearing more clothes if I have to. Looks like I'm gonna order a #2.

-Alex

You'll save a few ounces with the #2 and shouldn't suffer for it. For the next couple months a #1 would be overkill. After you get you summer bag ( I suggest Pearisburg or Waynesboro) you shouldn't need the Montbell again until Glencliff.

[Sly]

Apparently they are sold out of the #2. I was too late.

Oh man! A #3 (30*) would probably work too and it only weights 1 lb 12.2 oz (for long) with Sea to Summit stuff sack.

[wilconow]

Apparently they are sold out of the #2. I was too late.

Damn.. Glad I got mine yesterday! Hope I don't get an email with bad news soon

[saimyoji]

I went in for a #2, but as I was going #2, a little #1 came out. I just couldn't help it.

[Swiss Roll]

Dang it, I was too late also. I still went ahead and got a #3. Anybody got a good suggestion for a lightweight liner? While I'm asking, wouldn't using a mummy liner negate the SS function of the bag? Would a rectangular liner be better so you can kick out? Would it fit?

[Sly]

While I'm asking, wouldn't using a mummy liner negate the SS function of the bag? Would a rectangular liner be better so you can kick out? Would it fit?

I like shoulders and arm room. If you keep your arms out of the liner it will be good that way but, of course, not for your legs.

PS I oredered the #3 a couple weeks ago from Campsaver.com. The price was higher but I did get a free Montbell warm up sheet (liner- $45 retail) and free shipping so price was about the same

[wilconow]

I never had a down bag before. In addition to obvious warmth, would you recommend a liner just to keep your body from touching the bag? (I dont like to wear much clothes)

[Sly]

I never had a down bag before. In addition to obvious warmth, would you recommend a liner just to keep your body from touching the bag? (I dont like to wear much clothes)

With a #2 you won't need any more warmth but you may want to try a silk liner to keep the bag clean. I ordered one from NZ a few years back for $25.

Added: here's the website http://www.jagbags.co.nz/products.htm