Originally Posted by
Doug64
Welcome!
Actually, I believe your "catch" is actually a benefit. The new synthetic bags are comparable to down bags in wrmth, weight, and compressability. The big advantages of synthetic bags are the ability to provide warmth when wet and the ease of cleaning them.
I have a synthetic 20 degree bag that is slightly over 2 lb. Unfortunately, the model is no longer made.
I can't give you any specific recommendations, but most "name" brands make good stythetic bags.
I highly recommend the new generation of Primaloft insulation. I have a jacket that is insulated with it and it is amazing.
My older bag uses an older generation of Primaloft, and it has more than lived up to my expectations.
Good luck in you search.
Originally Posted by
Doug64
Do you consider duck down an animal product?
Oh!! Yes I do. Scratch that bag! I'd only looked at it on a backpacking review website where they said it was synthetic. I checked REIs website after your post and verified it's not vegan.
Thank you! I'll take a look at Primaloft! The REIs next to us are all closed today because of the storm. I'll go when they open again.
Slightly over 2lbs is okay! If it's the perfect fit I'd consider it. 2.3 would be my max!