Put simply, the in-and-out convenience and ability to use the bag as a blanket with a full-zip sleeping bag is the better answer for most campers. A final shape worth mentioning is the semi-rectangular bag, which—as the name implies—shares commonalities with both rectangular and mummy designs. In terms of dimensions, they’re typically roomier than standard mummy bags (particularly at the shoulders and hips) but not coleman lantern overly generous like some rectangular models. All in all, semi-rectangular bags typically offer a good mix of comfort and weight, shaving away excess material while still providing enough space to roll around during the night. For instance, Nemo’s Disco Endless Promise 15 and Forte Endless Promise 20 have roomier fits than most traditional mummy bags, with a noticeable boost in space around the knees and elbows.
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Bursting at the seams, this bag’s packed size when we did commit to the bag is 16.5 x 10 inches. The Klymaloft™ sleeping pad features an innovative foam and air design to deliver premium sleep comfort. A plush foam topper conforms to support the body and eliminate pressure points while the underlying I-beam air chambers create loft and stabilize the sleeping pad.
The one legit feature on the Brazo is its No-Snag patented zipper plow. This keeps the zipper head perfectly aligned and allows it to smoothly glide the coleman sleeping bag full length of the bag without snagging. We like this bag’s interior pocket, especially because it has a Velcro closure, but it is a little too small.
Other factors to consider are your age—people typically don’t sleep as warm the older they get—and whether you are a cold or warm sleeper. Most campers stick to the warmer months for their outdoor adventuring, and as a result, most of the sleeping bags on this list are rated in the degree range. We covered Nemo’s Disco above, which is a nice crossover option for those who like to get out into the backcountry on occasion.