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Old 02-12-16 | 07:10 PM
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Originally Posted by PhilPub
May I ask a related question please? I'm planning a tour of the Pacific Coast from N. Oregon to San Francisco, mid August to early September. A little way off, but I'm shopping for camping equipment this weekend. What would be a sensible "comfort" rating for temperature? I don't want to spend $$$ on down if not necessary, and the lighter weight/more compact the better. I've seen this Mountain Hardwear bag rated at 45 degrees F, and only 760g / 14x28cm pack size. How's that?

Future use will most probably be further touring/camping in generally pleasant climes.
I used a 40 degree rated bag for Astoria to San Fransisco in late May and most of June in 2014. Used a 2 inch thick air mattress, REI brand.

I also use a liner in the bag, not for additional warmth, but to keep the bag cleaner. I have two, one is some form of microfiber, the other silk. I do not recall which I brought on that trip.

I wrote up most of my observations on that route at this link: http://www.bikeforums.net/touring/95...l#post16933424
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