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Bags4266
03-24-2011, 15:13
For those counting pennies and looking for a bag for their through here is a good article on one from Kelty. This bag seems to be comparative to Campmoor's 20.
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/kelty_cosmic_down_20_sleeping_bag_review
I have the 0 degree synthetic Cosmic. Although I would never use it below 20, it's a warm, durable, inexpensive bag that might be a little bulky when packed.
Oleskool
03-24-2011, 17:19
The REI Sub Kilo 20 is also a great, cheap, down bag. Gotta be slim build though, seems like it would be tight on a big fella.
schnikel
03-24-2011, 17:36
The REI Sub Kilo 20 is also a great, cheap, down bag. Gotta be slim build though, seems like it would be tight on a big fella.
This is what I have and really like it. I got it last summer on sale for $130 and have used it down to 20* and am fine. Bigger guys may have issues but at 5'8 and 155 I find that I have plenty of room. Packs down even smaller than they say on the REI website.
Schnikel
The REI Sub Kilo 20 is also a great, cheap, down bag. Gotta be slim build though, seems like it would be tight on a big fella.
I got this at an attic sale for 30 bucks. lil dirty but after a washing it was in great condition. I am a swimmer with big shoulders and can not zip it up if I dont take my fleece off. I think it would be a great bag for people who look like runners. I am 5' 8 "185 lean. I like the fit of marmot bags.
The Cleaner
03-24-2011, 21:01
For those counting pennies and looking for a bag for their through here is a good article on one from Kelty. This bag seems to be comparative to Campmoor's 20.
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/kelty_cosmic_down_20_sleeping_bag_review
I just got one from Amaz. for 76$ shipped.Nice bag but I would consider it a 30 degree bag not 20...it's well built and packs small,just what I wanted for spring&fall...:cool:
trailangelbronco
03-24-2011, 22:13
I have a Kelty Light Year down 20 as a backup bag, and it is a great bag for only $40 more than this Cosmic. The lightyear also has the zippered footbed so ya can get up and pee, run around if needed.
swjohnsey
03-25-2011, 07:48
I have always thought the Kelty down bags were a great value. I am using a Light Year 40 against much good advice for my thru stating April 2. The LY 40 uses 650 fill down. It only retails for $159 I believe but you can get last years color for cheaper. I got one for $80 bucks that was a return.
flemdawg1
03-25-2011, 08:19
I just sold my Kelty Lightyear 40, I really liked it except the half zip made it too warm for a summer bag (even with the footzip open).
Kelty tends to make what I call 'bread and butter' gear. Nothing fancy, but good, solid gear for a reasonable price.
I have an older Kelty Zen (think Clip Flashlight-type tent) that is little on the heavy side for my current backpacking (5+ lbs), but is still a great little, well made tent that I loan out or take for car camping.
I'd be curious to check this bag out. If it lowers the price on the competition. so much the better!
also,consider used thru this forum.
I bought a kelty light year 24 about 4 years ago (from miller gear. Thanks man!!). Like new, for a good price and it's still going strong
flemdawg1
03-25-2011, 12:33
http://www.theclymb.com/brand-event/4076/show-product/6422
Kelty Cosmic Down 20 on Sale this week for $50.
http://www.theclymb.com/brand-event/4076/show-product/6422
Kelty Cosmic Down 20 on Sale this week for $50.
Sold out already, of course. Crap. Sale just started 3 hours ago, too.
I don't think you can beat this bag for the price, I want a WM bag but I still just can't justify 400.00 for a sleeping bag just yet. Maybe next winter.