The development of highly-compressible synthetics and water-resistant down have brought sleeping bags a long way from the wool bedrolls that cowboys used to snooze in. Sleeping bags are lighter, warmer and more durable than ever, but the most specialized bags aren’t for everybody. If you’re a fair weather camper, chances are you don’t need a super-warm sack designed for Denali and Everest. In any case, the technologies bolstering the sleeping bags of today apply across the board, making less-expensive models capable of handling the overnight needs of the casual camper with warmth and ease.
Save: $95: Backcountry Bed 600 by Sierra Designs $125
Save: $120: Cat’s Meow Sleeping Bag by The North Face $120
