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Coleman Colossal 20-Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bag – Super King

All Coleman sleeping bags are designed with ComfortSmart technology to keep you comfortable. The Colossals ComfortSmart features include: ZipPlow which plows fabric away from the zipper to prevent snags, Comfort Cuff which surrounds your face with softness, Roll Control which locks the bag in place for easier rolling, Fiberlock which prevents insulation from shifting and increases durability, Thermlock which reduces heat loss through the zipper thereby keeping you warmer, Zipper Glide tailoring which allows smooth zipper operation around the corner, and the WrapNRoll carrier which is attached so packing is easy.

For a 3 season sleeping bag it is best to buy for cold. Its a safe bet that on at least one of your adventures, the nighttime temperature will drop unexpectedly. Thats why its smart to buy a bag thats rated for the lowest possible temperature you expect to face on your camping and backpacking trips. For summer trips, a bag rated at +35 degrees or higher will likely do the trick. If you like to camp in higher elevations in the summer, or if spring and fall outings are in your future, consider bags rated from +10 to +35. Winter adventurers should look for bags in the -10 to +10 range, while those on serious winter alpine climbs and expeditions will want a bag rated lower than 10.

Camping Sleeping Bags Review: Coleman Big Game Sleeping Bag with Pillow

I really like this sleeping bag. I bought it for how wide and long this thing is but there are three things I should mention first that I dont like. The first one is how warm it keeps you if your not in the cold weather; you will be boiling at night. Second is the pillow you get. Its small and doesnt have much filling in it but i guess i cant complain though its free with the bag and last I thought it should have came with a bag to put the sleeping bag in instead of the sown on one.

I used this bag a few times in the fall of 07.
With temperatures inside the tent dipping down to 40, I found myself surprisingly comfortable.

Colemans exclusive sleeping bag technologies prevent insulation shifting, heat loss through the zipper, and more
So stay snugly warm as you slumber on camping and hunting excursions with the Coleman Big Game sleeping bag, which is rated to temperatures as low as -5 degrees Fahrenheit. Its filled with five pounds of Holofill 808 insulation, which offers high-loft, hollow-core fibers that prevent body heat from escaping, thus holding more air inside the bag for good warmth. This super king-sized, rectangular sleeping bag measures 40 by 85 inches, and will fit most sleepers up to 6 foot, 5 inches. Other features include a heavy duty cotton cover material, cotton flannel liner, an included pillow, and Coleman’s exclusive set of ComfortSmart sleeping bag technologies, including:
Specifications:

  • Cotton Canvas cover. 84″ X 40″.
  • Zipper GlideTailoring: Allows smooth zipper operation around the corner
  • FiberLock: Prevents insulation from shifting, increasing durability
  • Comfort Cuff: Surrounds your face with softness
  • RRoll Control: Locks bag in place for easier rolling
  • Measures 40 by 85 inches; fits most sleepers up to 6 feet, 5 inches
  • Six pounds of Holofil 808 insulation
  • Temperature rating: -5 degrees F

Cozy Up With A Fleece Sleeping Bag

A fleece sleeping bag is very comfortable for around the house or outside in a tent. Fleece sleeping bags are usually lightweight and easy to take with you on camping trips. They help keep you warm when it is a little chilly, and are known for their softness and durability.  A lot of fleece sleeping bags double as nice blankets or bed spreads when you are not in the wilds of nature or your favorite cushy campground.

Fleece Sleeping Bag

A fleece sleeping bag, beside being so lightweight are also very compact and that makes for easy storage. On top of that, a good fleece sleeping bag, that which is sewn properly, usually lasts quite a long time. Enjoy them for many camping trips and long lazy inside days to come. There is also the fact that most fleece sleeping bags are machine washable and also tend to dry out rather easily and quickly.

Another way to go is a fleece sleeping bag liner. Cheaper than shelling out the cash, for a whole fleece sleeping bag itself, you can simply add the liner to your own sleeping bag and get the comforts without the cost. It can also act as another layer of warmth; this is a good idea for winter months as it provides the softness of fleece while still keeping the layering and warmth of your original camping sleeping bags, only increasing it.

There are also fleece sleeping bag novelties like a big bear kids sleeping bag to hold your little ones or a comfy fleece sleeping bag set that doubles as a makeshift bed. You can also find a number of resources online and in craft magazines on how to use your old, worn out fleece sleeping bag to make new creations. In fact, fleece is a very affordable fabric. Many people choose just to make their own fleece sleeping bags and blankets, and save over half the price of a store bought fleece sleeping bag.