Camp in Comfort with the Right Sleeping Bag
Camping has exploded in popularity as many parents take their children for weekend camping trips. Camping in the United Kingdom is plagued with risk. Not because of Bears or Snakes, but due to the uncertain British weather.
But, as long as yiou have the right camping equipment you and your family can have a lot of fun, regardless of the weather. One of the most important pieces of camping kit has got to be your sleeping bags.
There are an incredible range of sleeping bags to choose from these days, some costing only a few pounds but others that can cost a lot of money. So how do you choose the right ones for you and your family?
Probably the first consideration is the time of year that you will be using your sleeping bag and where you will be camping. There is no need to spend money on an expensive arctic quality sleeping bag if you are only ever going to use it during the summer months in the United Kingdom.
Another aspect to keep in mind is how your sleeping bag will be packed. Will you be hiking with your sleeping bag in a backpack or will it never need to be crammed into a small pack? If you expect to be hiking with your sleeping bag in a backpack then size and weight will be important considerations.
Its also worth considering who the sleeping bag is for, how big they are and what their comfort requirements might be. For example, children may be more comfortable in child size sleeping bags and some people (like my partner) are never comfortable sleeping within the confinements of a sleeping bag.
And finally we must, of course consider the price. The price of sleeping bags, both down and polyester filled, can vary enormously. Down filled bags tend to be the most expensive and most suitable for winter and all year round use.
The most affordable option is likely to be a polyester filled bag that is suitable for the hopefully warmer summer months. But don’t overlook the need for a good sleeping matt or maybe an airbed if you want the additional comfort.