4 season sleeping bags. My two winter sleeping bags but which one is better ??

[@ivormoraywildcamper2447]

Wider the sleeping bag the better for me.

[@billwatson3527]

Been hiking and camping for 60 years. Got my sleep system down pretty good and it works for me. Like the synthetics because I can throw them in the washing machine and hang them to dry and they are ready to go. My sleep system is an R5 pad, bivy, 40-degree bag, 20-degree bag, ( together they are good for zero degrees F ), and a poncho liner. I like rectangular bags with side zippers. I usually zip them a 3rd of the way and use them as a quilt. No hood. I bunch the poncho liner around my head and use it as a hood and block any air from coming into the top of the bag. Take the bivy when hammock or tarp camping. When I can't find a place to hang the hammock I use the tarp as a shelter with the bivy. I am a side sleeper and like to have room to move around in my bag and curl up if I want to. Have a mummy bag I used on two trips brought it home and hung it on the wall where it has been for 20 years. Figure that goose is dead by now. Used this system for several years now and it has kept me dry and warm. In the winter I have room to put my boots in a dry bag and in the toe box so I don't have frozen boots in the morning.

[@redrambleson9785]

Had my oex leviathan down to -9 on a decent sleep pad and I was extremely warm and comfortable

[@carlmcmanus4243]

Hi dan I have just purchased a nature hike large mummy sleeping bag with plenty of room to turn around in and side sleep it's 400g goose down fill cost me 120 pound looks big and puffs up good when laid out but compacts very small when in stuff sack with compression straps..it's rated at minus 4 for comfortable temperature and minus 14 for extreme..I will do a garden camp next weekend so I'm hoping it measures up👍

[@ToastOnToast7]

What’s it like a year later mate? Is it roomy or tight

[@bobhead6243]

I like a center zip every time.

[@Box500spooks]

I have a Ray Mears branded Nanok sleeping bag that is marked as 3 season but is easily the warmest bag I have. I’ve used it in winter and been warm. Lots of room and centre zip, too. I don’t use a hammock and wouldn’t be going out if when it’s too cold, but am looking at a 4 season as I have rheumatoid arthritis, and find cold can affect my joints. So thanks for this comparison - very useful.

[@northernsean1]

I have the OEX Leviathan and used it up in Harwood Forest , temperature got down to -3° , I had on army thermal top and bottoms , thermal socks and a fleece beanie and was toastie and warm - I can’t fault it at all , I reckon it’d have been okay at a much lower temperature 👌

[@redrambleson9785]

Did me fine at -9

[@jasonedmunds5821]

I prefer a wider bag as I'm a right fidget so the more room the better, most times when I'm out I don't zip my bags up to the top anyway as I ten to feel claustrophobic.

[@bobhead6243]

Hi Dan , I much prefer a larger sleeping bag , I dont like being cramped when sleeping.

[@notbrandon8164]

enit

[@BrendanExplores]

This is just what I was looking for 👍 thanks for the video 😊. Looking forward to some wild camping this year 🏕️

[@randomhato]

Those bags dwarf my Vango Starlite 250! I sleep quite warm so I'd need to be heading out somewhere really cold to need something that good. As I am not all that tall, 5'6", I don't really have problems with bags being too restricting, but I can definitely see how a center zip would be easier in a hammock.

[@andrewfrank5602]

In this video the oex bag looks half the bag of the vitals bag.That vitals bag looks awesome.

[@gilljo1]

The right tools for the job. Love the centre zip. I ordered a down sleeping bag from china. Very cheap but hopefully good. Thanks for the vid and stay safe.

[@duncanmcdowall90]

I like both types of sleeping bags as long as there is room at the shoulders.

[@dalyarfur]

Using a Carinthia defence 4, 6ft 15 stone, so plenty room needed. Ground mat is the difference, in a bivvy bag toastie at -5

[@robclarke2426]

Everyone seems to love a larger sleeping bag, but the benefit of that is much more than just having more room to wriggle. It’s not simply the insulation that keeps you warm it’s the trapped air inside the bag that has been heated up by your body, so actually the higher volume of air you can trap in, then the warmer you’ll be.

[@SweeneyTTodd]

Great to know , expensive gear them . For hanging stuff , cheap garage hooks are handy for hanging stuff up out of the way

[@ridz9532]

Definitive answer that a £260 sleeping bag is better than a £100 sleeping bag!

[@zedddddful]

Looks like a bin bag though.

[@colinhalpin2076]

Cheers for the review. I like the centre zip. I'd say its good for hammock and tent. Don't have to twist to the side trying to get zip up. Have you ever considered the down quilts? They seem to get good reviews especially for people who move a lot in their sleep.

[@markburrell]

I just bought the outdoor vitals 0f top quilt. Tested in garden last night at -7 and it was really toasty. Prefer the quilt to a sleeping bag now.

[@pops6638]

Mark, what was postage costs and taxes etc?

[@markburrell]

@@pops6638 cost £199 plus £47 import charges. That also depends on the customisation you add as you can have different temp rating and different colours etc, fill power and also mine Is part goose down and rest new synthetic material like down and works when wet. They have a video about it.

[@pops6638]

@@markburrell cheers for the info. The sleeping bag is £260, so it’s going to end up towards the mid £300’s. Not sure if it’s worth that, in these times that we are in?

[@markburrell]

@@pops6638 well I am pretty happy with the quilt so even though expensive it will be used enough to make it worth the cost for me. I don’t like down bags as you compress the down under you and that’s why I chose the quilt in the end.

[@peterp4223]

I do recommend a bed of some salt as it makes a big difference being of the floor/ground

[@chrisandsamlivingthedream]

I like centre zip bags .. why are all bags not that way .. cheers buddy .. cheers Chris & Sam

[@GAR85120514]

Definitely more comfortable in a bigger bag but the mummy style is so much more convenient that I've shifted to those. Peace

[@peterp4223]

T F Gear King size bedchair and TF Gear kingsize sleeping bag and T F Gear King size pillow perfect sleep system on fishing bank

[@ewengillies9826]

Big is best ... center zip preferred. Vitals looks the goods Dan more going for it. Bushyboy Oz.

[@pops6638]

Centre zip for me. So much easier to get in and out of, no matter what you are sleeping on or in. They are no colder than an equivalent side zipped bag, due to the baffles. I don’t know why most other brands don’t offer a centre zip. It’s a pity that Outdoor Vitals don’t have a UK agent that stocks them. Ie No postage, duty and taxes. Ps I still wouldn’t slate the OEX. Not at that price.

[@kianwallace4905]

Banging video this mate. Nice comparisons, will deffo be looking into the summit 0°F sleeping bag. Keep it up 💪

[@mdoutdoors3282]

All my sleeping bags are mummy but am not a big bloke so suits me good review mate

[@marksadventures3889]

Quality jacket and badge pal. This is interesting to me, looking for winter/Autumn sleeping system building.

[@summittaedae2323]

There both cracking bags. Like you I camp in tents and hammock. I have the oex300 and trust it’s quality but that vitals is next level.

[@lansdorf]

It's got to be centre zip for me and large so I can get my sleep pad in and my spare clothing.

[@blokesoutdoors]

I have mommy bags and have served me well but thinking of switching to the rectangular ones for more room my problem is my sleep mat that goes down half way through the noght lol

[@martinwolfright3183]

Thanks for the info Dan👍

[@jamesthomas89]

Prefer a wider bag so I can move about a bit and im fairly broad so a smaller bag feels a bit claustrophobic

[@jim-bob-outdoors]

The Outdoor Vitals one is everything the DD Jura 2 should of been in my opinion. As for bag shape, I like the mummy bags as long as they are not too tight. Like you I like a bit of room to move. Regards JB.

[@michaelcurtis8323]

Much prefer wide sleeping bag, need to move around without getting tied up.

[@kenrickoutdoorsman]

Got the jura 2 xl just right size for me in hammock not tried it yet with cocoon soon ad lockdown over be giving it sum lol great review dan

[@The-Old-Scotsman]

Sorry I'm late on to this video. I'm looking to replace my Rab ascent 1100. It's been destroyed. Gutting I know but I'm needing a -10 and under bag. I need help as right now I'm broke but need to buy another. I can buy the oex ev 900 for £130. Would you do it? Bag or mot for the car. I am perplexed 🤣

[@TheStickbow]

Hi Dan, another good video, have you ever considered a good quilt for your hammock ? very easy to get into and out of, but you do need an under quilt, they are very warm. Take care and stay safe..

[@minisynthcollective7822]

Love my oex 900 but it's a beast.

[@chrislynch924]

Thanks for another informative video... You'll probably save people £££s by choosing the right sleeping bag.. keep up the good work mate

[@tonyashton780]

Bigger bag the better but I'm struggling I'm 6,3" 22 stone 56inch chest so any recommendations other than the Cambridge diet for 5 years I'd appreciate.

[@pops6638]

Tony, Have you looked at the Snugpak Softie Elite range, with the zipped expanding side baffle?

[@tonyashton780]

@@pops6638 No bud iv not checked those out yet I need a decent base mat too.Cheers

[@zedddddful]

Get a down quilt 👍

[@brindle2009]

Great review again and loads of good information thanks for sharing

[@waynesworld4616]

This is what I've been waiting for 😁

[@juliansydenham9371]

Fabricated low temperatures due to cloud seeding💨

[@ajcoops5919]

Look up Wiggys in Colorado USA 🇺🇸 bomb proof sleeping bags , I've imported 2 and probably the best on the market

[@chrispalmer8782]

But do you get £160 more sleeping bag than the oex?

[@waynewanderer]

it really is a huge difference in price isn`t it , especially when the OEX is so damned good at just over a hundred quid!

[@wozwandering4255]

You cant get the oex from go outdoors they've taken it off the website after I complained about my order being cancelled quite a few times 💪💪👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@nothingtoseehere7777]

See loads of oex stuff on goutdoors website including the sleeping bag in this video. What do you mean, it was not even showing in the list? Or was showing but out or stock? Or was showing and placed an order but I got cancelled everytime? Would love to hear your response. 😊

[@wozwandering4255]

@@nothingtoseehere7777 when I try to buy they had none in stock even when showing on website they have stock in now

[@bobgeldoff]

Defo use the gilert sleeping pod tonnes of room not in winter tho it isnt warm enough lol

[@mickswanderings7500]

I have the oex. Use it bivvying, tent and in a hammock. Works for me in all cold weather so far.

[@charlesvereker3911]

Is there a UK distributor for Outdoor Vitals?

[@englishwoodsman]

Don't think so but the shipping is fast

[@markburrell]

No, order from America but be aware there are import taxes.

[@dave6148]

So your the 'English' Woodsman ...where's your Rab?

[@kinderkev]

thats a real honest review when you say no to an oex product .lol

[@wilbo8885]

Hey boss, I have a question, I spotted some battery heated sleeping bags on eBay I was wondering if you or anyone you know has tried one out as I'm thinking too buy one but not sure if there worth it

[@englishwoodsman]

He mate I have seen them my way, but I am think what if when we move around at night in a tent or hammock will the wire come way from the batter holder,, but give one a go mate

[@garyboon3764]

WIDE...DEFFO

[@andyroid2555]

That hoodie is missing a hood 😎

[@outdoorsurvival7730]

Rab ascent 1100 for me

[@squadcast7456]

How can i send you some stuff mate?

[@1darrencr]

wider bags for me every time

[@robmackins2111]

Did you order it from the US or did you go through a Uk distributed?

[@pops6638]

I contacted Outdoor Vitals (about a week ago) they only ship from the USA. No UK agents/suppliers. It would be good to know how much postage, taxes and import duty would add to the cost?

[@antduke2361]

@@pops6638 you would be looking at 20 % VAT on straight away and then some import tax and the courier surcharge to handle the VAT and import tax they take to give to the UK government so I work that about 55 quid on top for the bag Woodsman as got so at 250 quid. It would be a £300 sleeping bag around that.

[@garymartin557]

wider for me. i move about a lot.

[@sharkey9630]

Love your videos can give big shout out Marko belfast 👍

[@redrocco44]

RAB 900.

[@mary-janejenkins9560]

All sleeping bags are way to long for me as I’m only 5 foot and they never come in pink or a pretty colour I always moan to my husband 😂

[@kevans2337]

Hello, I am 4' 10" and bought a wonderful raspberry and lemon colored quilt from UGQ . I love it !!! It is short and wide to give me extra roll around room. It's a 30 degree but slept in at 25 degrees a few nights ago and I was fine. I did get a small amount of extra fill in the top part. If you get one i don't think you'll be sorry.

[@antduke2361]

Buy a kid's one

[@bobgeldoff]

Thats not a hoodie hoodies have hoods lol

[@englishwoodsman]

I know mate 👍

[@PaulUrmston]

Mate. If you need help with editing or thumbnails, just give me a shout. I've got a bit of spare time and am more than happy to help you out.

[@englishwoodsman]

Why whats wrong with my editing

[@PaulUrmston]

@@englishwoodsman nothing's wrong with it. Just saying I have a bit of time on my hands if you need any help. That's all. 👍

[@martineco838]

Trater to OEX that started u of🤬