I just saw that. Lower price makes it a bit more interesting....I don't have any of the Kuiu bags but they are having a 15% off sale on them right now.
I really dont think there is a need to spend that much on a sleeping bag. There are a lot of great options. Anything from REI is great. This one looks like a good deal on a Kelty.Looking to upgrade my older "heavier" sleep system. Iv'e got my eye on the BA Mystic UL 15* / 850 Downtek. Anyone have first hand experience with this bag in the colder temps......Lets say mid teens to low twenty's ?
Campsaver has this bag on sale right now for $399
Bowrunner, with all due respect I couldn't disagree more with your statement. I spend all summer and fall in the backcountry of Wyoming (9-14,000') and I can tell you with 110% truth there is a difference between a $150 bag and a $600 bag and there is a need for the $600 bag. When you're carrying pounds on your back weight/warmth ratio is vital, which is the fill weight (550 compare to 850). Would you want 550 strands of insulation per square inch in your house or 850 strands?), but yes you are correct, if your a truck hunter then no need to spend a ton on a down bag, get a big heavy synthetic.I really dont think there is a need to spend that much on a sleeping bag. There are a lot of great options. Anything from REI is great. This one looks like a good deal on a Kelty.
I'll continue that sentiment....Bowrunner, with all due respect I couldn't disagree more with your statement. I spend all summer and fall in the backcountry of Wyoming (9-14,000') and I can tell you with 110% truth there is a difference between a $150 bag and a $600 bag and there is a need for the $600 bag. When you're carrying pounds on your back weight/warmth ratio is vital, which is the fill weight (550 compare to 850). Would you want 550 strands of insulation per square inch in your house or 850 strands?), but yes you are correct, if your a truck hunter then no need to spend a ton on a down bag, get a big heavy synthetic.
Also, not all people are of average to small size and cant fit into a mummy style bag. So, while the mummy saves weight not all people can fit in them and get an ounce of sleep. I for one am one of those people. Im 6'2" and 250 pounds...not fat, I work out everyday. I don't have room to get my shoulders inside the bag and then move my arms around.
So, there is a need for those types of bags...but not all people need them.