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Henga wrote:
Bag's temperature rating is overestimated. Actually it doesn't have much sense since everyone's body will react differently to the cold. Even for the same person, the perception of cold differs quite a lot depending on what you eat, your psychological state, etc. You must choose your sleeping bag according to your camping gear and if you are sensitive or not to the cold.
BTW, be sure to pick a well insulated sleeping pad, it is as much important as your sleeping bag. A warm sleeping bag can be quite useless if used without a good sleeping pad since heat loss is more important in your back where the bag is compressed by the weight of your body.
I took a look at the two bags you posted and they look good. They would be far enough for your Iceland trip as well since icelandic winter is quite mild. A -40°F bag would be overkill, you would sweat in it and lose insulation because of moisture.
I'm a 3 seasons UL backpacker and a "heavy hiker" in winter. Therefore I use a pulka which allows me to carry everything I need for a cozy and safe winter trek. You might consider buying one if weight is a concern. BTW, it would be the perfect piece of gear for your Iceland trip!
Hope that help,
Arnaud
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^^^ This
I've froze my butt off in 30 degree weather in a marmot 15 degree bag - all because I had a lousy sleeping bag pad. I now have a nice insulated one that works great. They're not cheap, but I agree with Arnaud - I think a good pad is every bit as important as the bag.
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