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High Sierra 2230-Cubic Inches Swerve Daypack (Plum, Whimsy Plaid)
High Sierra 2230-Cubic Inches Swerve Daypack (Plum, Whimsy Plaid) – $90.00
I really wanted to like this bag. I got the Charcoal/Chipotle/Black one and it’s pretty nice. It has lots of pockets, which could border on too many for some users. I sometimes forget which of the pockets hold my stuff. The zippers are nice, and just big enough to grasp and pull easily.
Besides all the compartments, there are lots of smaller pockets. The very first compartment can hold all your knickknacks. It has pen/pencil holders, zippered pockets, non-zippered pockets, “velcroed” pockets…you get the idea.
The second compartment has a mini pocket up top designed for an mp3 player. Above that pocket is even a port to push a headphone jack so you can listen to your tunes as you walk.
There is a tiny soft-lined pocket at the very top that I normally use to store things like my camera, phone and mp3 player i.e. things I don’t want scratched. That’s one of the things I like most about the bag.
The 2nd, 3rd and 4th compartments are great for books with lots of room. However the fourth compartment held a surprise laptop pocket complete with a strap and buckle. I didn’t have a laptop at the time I bought this, but now that I own one, I’m really happy it’s there.
The straps are nice and wide also, making it easier to carry around on your back.
The ONLY thing I do not like about this backpack is that “Vapel mesh” that they added to the back. That thing has caused trauma to my polos and t-shirts you would not believe. Every polo and T-shirt I wear with this has caused the fabric to twill BADLY. I’ve never had clothes damaged by a backpack like this has. And for this reason, and this reason alone, I wish I never bought this bag. No one else has mentioned this problem, so it may well be only me.
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- Multi-compartment design with side mesh water bottle pockets. Padded computer sleeve, with back-access, holds most 15″ (screen size) notebook computers (max size: 15.5″ x 10.75″ x 1.8″)
- Deluxe rganizer compartment with multiple pockets and removable key fob. MP3 player pocket with headphone port. Easy-access hanging accessory pocket.
- S-shaped Vapel? mesh Airflow? padded shoulder straps with Suspension System, and thumb-ring pulls. Fully-padded bottom, Vapel? mesh padded grab handle and back panel.
- Adjustable side compression straps. Dual side mesh compartments.
- 19″x13″x7.75″ 2230 Cubic Inches
Roll with it. A large front, load main compartment stores books securely, while a zippered front accessory pocket to holds everything from tunes to ID cards. Smooth, sweeping lines, contemporary styling, and sleek curves make Curve anything but ordinary.
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High Sierra Loop Backpack (Black/Charcoal) Best price!
High Sierra Loop Backpack (Black/Charcoal) – $70.00
The qualities I look for in a backpack are durability and usefulness (usually size, practicality, etc…). This pack meet all those expectations. It is a backpack that would be equally comfortable on a long 7-8 hour hike or a 10 minute walk to class. With adjustable bands essentially everywhere, it is easy to limit the ‘bulkiness’ of the pack itself.
The bag feels surprising large for the specified volume, but also weighs very little when empty. The cushioning all over the straps provides a soft touch. One thing that I didn’t like is the feel/texture of the padding on the back. It feels like padding that has been covered up by a cheap plastic. Fortunately, the yoke shaped harness transfers most of the load on your shoulders and away from the back.
Durability wise, I cannot yet make a definite statement, but it seems to be extremely well built. The stitching looks to be good at every joint, and under heavy loads, there doesnt seem to be too big of an issue with the stitches stretching.
Overall, this was an excellent buy, and I plan on using it for years to come.
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- Multi-compartment design.
- Zippered CD/MP3 player pocket with headphone port.
- Attach gear with monster hook and bottom straps.
- Two side mesh water bottle pockets.
- Hanging accessory pocket.
With athletic style, big, multi-compartment design, monster hook and bottom straps to attach sporting equipment and lots more, Loop has the features to handle it all, from a weekend camping trip to a trip to the gym.
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Jansport Superbreak Backpack (White/Black Cosmo Zebra/Prmpur)
Jansport Superbreak Backpack (White/Black Cosmo Zebra/Prmpur) – $40.00
I love this bag because it is light and roomy. However after laying it on the concrete a few times, it has 2 small holes at the bottom because the bag is so thin. I got my money’s worth, but will look for something with a leather bottom if you lay your bag on the ground at all.
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- JanSport’s 1 seller
- Large main compartment
- Front utility pocket with organizer keeps essentials handy
- 23 padded back for comfortable carrying of books and other objects
- Padded shoulder straps for comfortable carrying of heavy loads
The JanSport SuperBreak backpack has been the 1 selling school pack for students around the world for nearly 35 years. The SuperBreak has been reinvented almost as many times as it is years old – and this year is no different. With 30 or more patterns and colors to choose from, you’re sure to find a SuperBreak that Fits You.
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Wenzel Cardinal 30-Degree Sleeping Bag (Red)
Wenzel Cardinal 30-Degree Sleeping Bag (Red) – $34.99
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- Mild weather sleeping bag with 30-degree Fahrenheit temperature rating
- Filled with 4-Pound of hypoallergenic Insul-Therm polyester fiberfill
- Offset quilt construction prevents bunching and reduces cold spots
- Soft cotton flannel liner, self repairing coil zipper
- 2 Elastic straps for bundling, measures 78 x 33-Inch
The Cardinal rectangular 33 by 78 inch sleeping bag is an affordable choice for sleepovers and mild weather camping. It is filled with 4 pounds of 100% non-allergenic Insul-Therm polyester fiber, with a durable polyester outer and comfortable plaid cotton flannel liner giving it a temperature rating of 30 degrees Fahrenheit. The quilt-through construction helps reduce the bunching of fill to eliminate cold spots. A Velcro tab secures the self-repairing coil zipper, and two elastic bundling straps secure the bag for storage. Specifications: • Size: 33 in. x 78 in. • Fill: 4 lbs. of non-allergenic Insul-Therm • Outer: polyester • Liner: cotton flannel • Storage: 2 elastic straps
A great choice for mild weather camping and sleepovers, the Wenzel Cardinal sleeping bag delivers a comfortable night’s sleep time and again. The Cardinal–which boasts a 30-degree F temperature rating–is filled with 4 pounds of Wenzel’s hypoallergenic Insul-Therm polyester fiberfill, a cozy material that provides good warmth retention. That bag’s quilt-through construction, meanwhile, keeps the fill from shifting and eliminates cold spots. And campers will love the comfy cotton flannel liner and long-lasting polyester outer shell. Other features include a self-repairing coil zipper, a Velcro zipper tab with an embroidered logo, and two elastic straps for bundling.
Specifications:
- Temperature rating: 30 degrees F
- Size: 78 by 33 inches
- Fill weight: 4 pounds
- Fill type: Insul-Therm polyester
- Outer: Polyester
- Liner: Cotton flannel
- Zipper: Self-repairing
- Storage: 2 elastic straps
About Wenzel
Established in 1887, Wenzel’s mission is to help families experience the outdoors and get away from the constant noise of modern culture. That’s why Wenzel runs every product it creates through a very specialized filter–the families of Wenzel employees. Rather than obsessing over PowerPoint presentations and boardroom discussions, Wenzel focuses on the things that families care about: tents that are easy to set up and take down; sleeping bags that unroll into warm, roomy cocoons but also roll up compactly; and camp pads that smooth out the rough forest floor. At the core of Wenzel’s products is a commitment to ease and comfort, because “roughing it” shouldn’t mean shivering through the night or waking up with a stiff back.
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TETON Sports Celsius XL -25-Degree Flannel Lined Sleeping Bag, Green, Right Zip
TETON Sports Celsius XL -25-Degree Flannel Lined Sleeping Bag, Green, Right Zip – $129.99
I needed a roomy, comfrortable, SUPER WARM bag to get through thw winter…
someting I can burrow into that remains warm to the touch >Ahhh…FLANNEL<
I also needed a bag I can wear minimal clothing in and be toasty.
( l live in my van on Long Island going on 19 months,
as I wait for subsidized housing. )
I am extremely cozy in the lowest temperatures where galeI-force winds drive
temperatures well below zero. WISH I had this last winter!!!
I get an amazing sleep. Sometimes I have to unzip a bit because I’m TOO hot.
BEST INVESTM0ENT I MADE…. and the cost is less than 1/3rd for the
uncomfortable mummy bag I used last year – which shredded to pieces.
This bag looks like it’s made to last!
ON A SCALE OF 1 TO 5…. THIS ULTIMATE SLEEPING BAG RATES A ** 6 **
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- 90 inches long x 36 inches wide; 10.5 lbs.
- Soft 100% brushed cotton flannel liner for extra warmth and comfort
- Ripstop nylon shell for maximum durability
- Integrated, fully adjustable mummy-style hood, shoulder baffle and a full length zipper draft tube keep warmth in and cold out
- Oxford nylon compression sack
Tired of squeezing into little bags? Try out the Celsius XL– at 90″ X 36″ it’s an oversize bag great for any size person. Two bags zip together with left and right side zippers. It’s filled with SuperLoft Elite 4-channel hollow fiber insulation to keep the cold out, and comes with all the bells and whistles of a more expensive bag: shoulder and zipper baffles, adjustable mummy hood, interior storage pocket, and an oxford nylon compression sack to pack it away when not in use. An internal storage pocket for keys, wallet, watch and other valuables. Temperature rating is a survival rating. Add approximately 30-Degree F for comfort rating.
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Swiss Gear Salzburg 10-Degree Mummy Sleeping Bag (Royal/Light Blue)
Swiss Gear Salzburg 10-Degree Mummy Sleeping Bag (Royal/Light Blue) – $49.99
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- Measures 33 x 84 inches; filled with 48 ounces of Swiss-Therm elite polyester; rated to 10 degrees F
- High-count polyester with cross-dye pattern center outer shell
- High-count polyester liner
- Offset quilt construction
- Fleece-lined foot with vented foot box for comfort
Salzburg mummy sleeping bag offers a high-count polyester construction for durability, with offset quilt design fill matting. Keeping you warm also is a sculpted hood with drawstring, insulated 5 inch shoulder collar and 3 inch weatherstrip draft tube. Our two-way self repairing coil zipper with anti-snag tape offers easy in and out access, without getting caught up in your bag. A personal pocket is right on the top flap for small items that are important to you. All roll up and store into a duffel bag package for safe keeping.
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Coleman Nimbus Large Warm-Weather Scoop Sleeping Bag
Coleman Nimbus Large Warm-Weather Scoop Sleeping Bag – $42.99
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- Great for big & tall sizes: measures 39-Inchx84-Inch and fits most people up to 6-Inch4-Inch
- 4 lbs. of ThermoTech insulation keeps you comfortable at 60° to 40Degree Fahrenheit
- Unique shape creates a comfortable headrest to keep your head & pillow off the floor
- ComfortSmart technology keeps heat in, insulation in place, zippers working right, and comfort a priority
- QuickCord storage for easy, no-tie closure
The Coleman Nimbus Scoop Sleeping Bag is great for warm-weather camping. It-Inchs made for big & tall sizes, measuring 39-Inch wide by 84-Inch long and fitting most people up to 6-Inch4-Inch. The unique scoop shape makes a comfortable headrest, keeping your head and pillow off the ground. The Nimbus is durably constructed of a polyester cover over a soft tricot liner, with 4 pounds of ThermoTech insulation to keep you comfortable down to 40°-60Degree Fahrenheit. The Nimbus features the QuickCord storage system for easy storage — no tying required. Coleman-Inchs ComfortSmart technology means your sleeping bag is packed with features to keep you warm and comfortable: ZipPlow plows fabric away from the zipper to prevent snags; Comfort Cuff surrounds your face with softness; FiberLock prevents insulation from shifting keeping you warm and increasing durability; ThermoLock reduces heat loss through the zipper, keeping you warmer; Zipper Glide tailoring allows smooth zipper operation around corners; and Roll Control locks the bag in place for easier rolling.
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Coleman Oak Point Large Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag
Coleman Oak Point Large Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag – $58.99
Other reviewer said it doesn’t roll up. It rolls up fine, it has a built in bag type thing sewn on the bottom. I dont know what he meant because even if you can’t roll it tight it doesn’t matter, you just get it as tight as you can, rap the flap around and tie the 2 strings. Even has built in nylon handle to carry it. I have not used this in cold weather yet but when I do I will update the review. I did lay in it and it is good size and has one small pocket inside for cellphone or wallet. The zipper zips good. Pretty sure this bag is the replacement to the very popular ‘coleman colossal’ bag. One difference I noticed is this uses ‘coletherm insulation’ while the colossal used ‘Hollofil-808 insulation’ Both carry a 5 YEAR warrenty. The colossal looks a little thicker in the pictures but I never owned one so I cant be sure. I did own one of the coleman bags with the cotton outside for many years that my grandfather gave me. Back then they seemed like they used a ‘tougher’ cotton on the outside but maybe its because this bag is still new. I want to add that I bought the very popular Teton Sports Celsius XL bag off amazon and did not care for it. The outside is very slippery like a bubble jacket and prown to ripping. Also if its hot and you try to sleep on top of that bag you will sweat bad. Not with this one.
Update–used it all this winter in my 18wheeler and it worked good. Wouldn’t use it in weather below like 45* F, the storage flap has proved to be slightly annoying like the other reviewer said but I haven’t cut it off yet. The zipper has snagged only a few times. Changing my score from a 5 to 4 star because the outside cotton is not as tough as the older bag I had, its cheaper material. Amazon has lowered the price to 35$ now. for that price it might be a 5star. Not a big selection of oversized sleeping bags.
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- Great for big & tall sizes: measures 39-Inchx81-Inch and fits most people up to 6-Inch4-Inch
- 4 lbs. of ColeTherm insulation keeps you comfortable at 50° to 30Degree Fahrenheit
- Polyester cover and cozy cotton-flannel liner
- ComfortSmart technology keeps heat in, insulation in place, zippers working right, and comfort a priority
- QuickCord storage for easy, no-tie closure
The Coleman Oak Point Sleeping Bag is great for cool-weather camping. It-Inchs made for big & tall sizes, measuring 39-Inch wide by 81-Inch long and fitting most people up to 6-Inch4-Inch. The Oak Point Sleeping Bag is durably constructed of a polyester cover over a cozy cotton-flannel liner, with 4 pounds of ColeTherm insulation to keep you comfortable down to 50°-30Degree Fahrenheit. The Oak Point features the QuickCord storage system for easy storage — no tying required. Coleman-Inchs ComfortSmart technology means your sleeping bag is packed with features to keep you warm and comfortable: ZipPlow plows fabric away from the zipper to prevent snags; Comfort Cuff surrounds your face with softness; FiberLock prevents insulation from shifting keeping you warm and increasing durability; ThermoLock reduces heat loss through the zipper, keeping you warmer; Zipper Glide tailoring allows smooth zipper operation around corners; and Roll Control locks the bag in place for easier rolling.
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Featherlite +20 Ultra Light, Ultra Compact, Sleeping Bag By Ledge
Featherlite +20 Ultra Light, Ultra Compact, Sleeping Bag By Ledge – $79.99
I bought this bag for backpacking because it comes with a compression stuff sack, and is small, and light for a really good price. It fits nicely into the sleeping bag compartment in my backpack, and is nice and warm. I have no complaints, as it is exactly what I was looking for!
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- 250T Dobby Diamond Ripstop Shell
- Cordura Compression Sack
- Uncompressed carry size – 16″ X 6″ (diameter)
- 30% size reduction when compressed
FeatherLite 20°
Size: 84″x32″x20″
Shell: GTX Micro, Dobby Diamond Ripstop 250T
Lining: Softech II 210T Fiber
Fill: Hibernate Extreme
Fill Weight: 1.5 lbs
Pack Weight: 3.4 lbs
Architecture: LT Single Wall Element
Features: Drawstring Closure
Barrel Locks
Thermo-Shield
Contour Adjustable Hood
Full Length Zipper
External Pocket
Anti-Snag Architecture
Versatile Webbing Eyelets
Anti-Crawl Zipper Stops
Equal Depth Foot Box
Water Resistant
T8 Compression Stack
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Coleman Clear Lake Warm-Weather Sleeping Bag
Coleman Clear Lake Warm-Weather Sleeping Bag – $39.99
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- Coleman warm weather sleeping bags made for camping temperatures between 40 and 60 degrees
- Rectangle shape, 33-Inch x 75-Inch, fits 5-Feet and 11-Inch tall, 3-Pounds of thermotech insulation
- Polyester cover with cotton flannel liner, commercial machine washable, increases durability
- ZipPlow plows fabric away from zipper to prevent snags, comfortcuff surrounds your face with softness
- 5 year limited warranty, made in China
The Coleman Clear Lake Sleeping Bag is great for warm-weather camping. It measures 33-Inch wide by 75-Inch long, and fits most people up to 5-feet, 11-inches. The Clear Lake Sleeping Bag is durably constructed of a polyester cover with a cozy cotton-flannel liner, with 3 pounds of ThermoTech insulation to keep you comfortable down to 40°-60Degree Fahrenheit. The Clear Lake features the QuickCord storage system for easy storage — no tying required. Coleman-Inchs ComfortSmart technology means your sleeping bag is packed with features to keep you warm and comfortable: ZipPlow plows fabric away from the zipper to prevent snags; Comfort Cuff surrounds your face with softness; FiberLock prevents insulation from shifting keeping you warm and increasing durability; ThermoLock reduces heat loss through the zipper, keeping you warmer; Zipper Glide tailoring allows smooth zipper operation around corners; and Roll Control locks the bag in place for easier rolling.
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