Originally Posted By Ol Dirty GNATS
I'm a little confused with the temperature or comfort ratings that go along with sleeping bags. I know it may sound silly as I'll likely be in a tent with tarps around it in hopes to brake the wind as much as possible, but do these ratings account for wind chill or feels like factors?


The ratings will assume you are sheltered. I.e. not completely exposed. I don't find it makes a huge difference unless you are very exposed. putting tarps around your tent sounds like heavy overkill. get a better tent - or one suited for your conditions.

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When I see 3 season bags which season should I assume is not included? I assume winter, but I usually don't encounter temps below +10 F in the areas I'm likely to be staying.


3 season normally means spring->fall - but look at the temp rating and base it on the conditions you will see depending where you are.


Edited by phat (08/09/10 09:51 PM)
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