Flying Wide sleeping bags
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The Flying Wide Penguin is an excellent sleeping bag that unzips fully to allow an optional nylon groundsheet which will hold two sleeping pads. This makes it a very versatile sleeping system for any climate. It is made by Feathered Friends and several Flying Wide Models are available. The Penguin costs between $269 and $359.
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1992
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Walrus Nightfire 10 degree F sleeping bag
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The $175 Walrus Nightfire sleeping bag is made with the new synthetic material Primaloft 2. A test of the 3lb, 11 ounce bag during wet conditions on a backpacking trip found it to be comfortable, warm and quick drying. However the bag does not have an insulated collar and the zipper grabbed.
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1996
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Alps Spruce Mountain 20
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The Alps Spruce Mountain 20 ($180) is an affordable down-filled sleeping bag rated to 20 degrees F. It is a well-designed bag that is functional for backpacking trips. However, the cut is somewhat narrow and the zipper is prone to snagging.
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1997
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