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TEMPERATURE RATINGS
sleeping bags keep you warm by
trapping and holding layer or still
air next to your body .The temperature
rating of the bag is determined by
bag construction, size compared to the
users' size ,amount and type of filling
,bag shape and the addition of
thermal efficient design features.
You may be confused about the
temperature ratings given to some
sleeping bags .
the COMFORT level is the
temperature at which an average human
being ,using a hooded bag plus inner
sheet , pyjamas or thermal underwear and
sleeping on an effective mattress such
as self inflating ari mat or similar , will
experience optimum comfort The
EXTREME level is the
temperature at which an average human
being ,using hooded bag and the same
clothing and mattress as above will
experience cool conditions and may want
to add further insulation . Unhooded bags are
rated at 5 degrees higher than hooded
bag .
Please remember that many elements
determine your ultimate sleeping warmth
including your own metabolite, your food
intake prior to sleeping , shelter , sleeping
mats etc.
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