To prolong the life of your camping sleeping bags you only need to follow a few simple guidelines and you will have a sleeping bag lasting for many, many years to come. Always make sure to keep your sleeping bag dry if possible. In worst case scenario when it gets wet let it air dry thoroughly. It might take time but eventually it is the best thing to do if you want to be sure not to reduce loft (Loft is the measure and ability to keep you warm and is measured by the puffiness/thickness of a sleeping bag).
Washing your camping sleeping bags is not recommended even though it might be dirty. If you really have to you should try with spot cleaning first with a sponge and mild soap which in most cases will do but again you might need to go all the way and wash the bag.
I am sure you have your camping sleeping bags because you tend to use them with any wear and tear it might go through. With a small effort and a bit of thinking you can make sure your sleeping bag will last longer. When you are out camping it is almost impossible not to get your sleeping bag dirty. At night maybe even the night dew will make your clothes moist but if you have the possibility then try to look out for the bag and get rid of all the dirt and make sure no moist gets inside your camping sleeping bag because eventually that will ruin the sleeping bag liner and also reduce loft!
To make sure you are all clean and dry when you tug in at night in your sleeping bag I would recommend that you wear long under-wears and a long sleeved shirt to make sure that all the vapor/water that the body gets rid of during the night will not go directly into the sleeping bags liner and ruin that.
The fastest and maybe easiest way to get rid of your camping sleeping bags are what many people actually do! They get to close to the camp fire and that will in many cases result in small holes or in worst case a big fire. Sleeping bags has to meet a minimum of flame resistance but not that much – just remember when you are out there sitting around the camp fire.
The last thing which most people tend to forget is storing your camping sleeping bags the right way. When you get to camp or when you are finished camping and get home make sure to get your sleeping bag out and let it get some air. Do not as most people do stuff your camping sleeping bag in a tight container or bag. Leave it in a place where it has space to “breathe”. Leaving your sleeping bag compressed for a longer period will reduce loft. [youtube:IlCElPCP4cc;[link:Camping Sleeping Bags Caring];http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlCElPCP4cc&feature=related]
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