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happyhiker40 · 11-27-2007, 10:57 AM

I'd like to hear from people who back pack what they take in winter to keep warm. Do you prefer synthetic or down sleeping bags? I have a down bag but am considering going synthetic.

To sleep in I wear synthetic fabric long johns. I like the synthetic fabric because it wicks moisture away and keeps me dry. I put wool or fleece socks on my feet, and wear a knit hat on my head. My bag is a down mummy bag rated for 25+.
I used to sleep in my clothes in my bag, but found I stayed warmer in just the long johns. The coldest weather I've ever camped out in was probably around the 26 or 27 degree mark.

11-27-2007, 10:57 AM	#11
happyhiker40 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 13	Re: Tips for Texas winter campers I'd like to hear from people who back pack what they take in winter to keep warm. Do you prefer synthetic or down sleeping bags? I have a down bag but am considering going synthetic. To sleep in I wear synthetic fabric long johns. I like the synthetic fabric because it wicks moisture away and keeps me dry. I put wool or fleece socks on my feet, and wear a knit hat on my head. My bag is a down mummy bag rated for 25+. I used to sleep in my clothes in my bag, but found I stayed warmer in just the long johns. The coldest weather I've ever camped out in was probably around the 26 or 27 degree mark.