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Confused about sleeping bag temperature ratings (lemmy.world)

submitted 2 months ago by Kintarian@lemmy.world to c/camping@sh.itjust.works

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Where I live it rarely gets down to 32 degrees. I bought a bag that said 20 degrees. After reading the manual it said that was the extreme rating. Will this bag keep me warm at 32 degrees or not?

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[–] Kintarian@lemmy.world 1 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I car camp. I have a 6" foam pad.

[–] Please_Do_Not@lemm.ee 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

That should help with the ground. I guess my advice would be to get out there and try it once before it's your coldest season. See if you're comfy at 40⁰ and then take your best guess about another 8⁰

[–] Kintarian@lemmy.world 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Sounds like a plan. I'm currently at 7000 feet so I'm about to find out.

[–] Please_Do_Not@lemm.ee 1 points 2 months ago

Good luck!