Originally Posted by Rowan

The issue often is not up top, but my legs. And note the following:


This is very true. That dehydration issue is one that can catch a touring cyclist unawares because it is unexpected. There have been many days when I have pulled into camp, pitched the tent and crawled inside my sleeping bag to warm up... when the temps are quite mild outside.

And, unless you are completely skint, why not invest in a lightish but relatively cheap synthetic bag, combined with a silk liner? The strategy reduces the volume and weight, but gives you a safeguard because you just don't know when the weather will change for the worse.

I should add that Machka and I recently invested in Exped mats, and for me at least, they have proven to be the best sleeping investment I have made, based on just two relatively cool nights.