Sleeping Bags for Camping & Backpacking

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Sleeping Bags - Down vs. Synthetic Insulation

Both insulation types have their place; it just depends on where you’re headed and how you travel.

Down insulation:

Exceptional warmth-to-weight ratio
Packs down small for efficient travel
Best for dry, cold conditions

Synthetic insulation:

Performs better in damp or humid environments
Dries quickly and retains warmth when wet
Typically, more durable and easier to care for

Bags by Trip Type

Different trips call for different setups, but a few basic guidelines can help you narrow it down:

Ultralight trekking: A streamlined backpacking sleeping bag that prioritizes weight and packability
Weekend camping: A roomier camping sleeping bag focused on comfort and ease of use
Cold-weather expeditions: Heavier insulation, draft protection, and advanced construction for serious warmth
Travel and overlanding: Versatile designs that balance durability, comfort, and compact storage

Sleep Soundly On Every Adventure!

Wherever you’re headed, the right sleep system gives you the freedom to go farther and stay longer. Choose gear that works with you and settle in knowing it’s built to perform, night after night. Browse our full selection of sleeping bags to find your ideal options today.

Frequently Asked questions

What's the difference between a synthetic and down sleeping bag?

Synthetic Sleeping Bags: still insulates when wet. Up-front cost is lower, but heavier and bulkier and have a shorter lifespan.

Down Sleeping Bags: not ideal in very wet environments. Higher up-front cost, but lighter, packs smaller and lasts much longer.

Can you sleep on your stomach and side in a mummy sleeping bag?

Mummy sleeping bag shapes vary significantly; some are very narrow, and do not work well for side-sleepers/stomach sleepers. Sea to Summit mummy bags – particularly the Comfort and Versatility models like the Ascent - have enough room for the sleeper to sleep comfortably in any position.

Is this sleeping bag machine washable?

Do not wash a sleeping bag in a top-loader washing machine - a front-loader with a wool or silk program is OK. Use down soap (supermarket detergent residue sticks insulation fibers together). Dry the bag in a dryer (cool or warm) with a couple of clean tennis balls.

How do I care for/ store my sleeping bag?

Make sure your sleeping bag is completely dry before storing (in a cool, dry place) in a bag or pouch that will allow the bag to loft up. Pro tip - use a liner to reduce frequency of washing.

How to pack a sleeping bag in a backpack?

Pack bulkier sleeping bags in a compression sack (compression dry bag for wet environments). Pack compact sleeping bags in an eVac Dry Bag. Pro-tip: always have your sleeping bag inside your pack at the bottom: mounted externally, they can snag on branches.

Sleeping Bags

Ascent Down Sleeping Bag

Spark Pro Down Sleeping Bag

Spark Women's Down Sleeping Bag

Spark Down Sleeping Bag

Ascent Women's Down Sleeping Bag

Boab Synthetic Sleeping Bag

Hamelin Synthetic Sleeping Bag

Hamelin Women's Synthetic Sleeping Bag

Traveller Down Sleeping Bag

Trek Down Sleeping Bag

Ember Down Quilt

Tanami Down Comforter

Basecamp Down Sleeping Bag

Trek Women's Down Sleeping Bag

Alpine Down Sleeping Bag