Originally Posted by
TiHabanero
I have an inkling the sleeping bag is a bit nicer and newer than my Army bag. In no way will it compact down to the size yours does. Mine also weights about 4.5 pounds. The pillow is made of foam and has a cozy fleece cover. It compresses using a vacuum bag designed for clothes storage, but cannot compress small like yours does.
There’s no harm in getting a new bag. Loosing a couple of pounds and gaining a lot of space with one item is not insignificant. It’s not like cutting off the handle of your toothbrush.
The pillow has a soft, fleece-like sleep surface. It’s from Sea to Summit.