Big Agnes - Lost Ranger 3N1

A Big Agnes sleeping bag with down that fit me correctly. I was iffy on the price at first, but it turns out I had basically used ill fitting, non insulated sleeping bags for years of wilderness camping. Getting a good nights sleep anywhere, especially away from home, makes a huge difference.

I got a big Agnes bag that has an extra zipper kind of like carry-on luggage. Makes it somewhat adjustable - roomy most of the time but when I really need the warmth it's more snug.

We have one of these from Big Agnes. Works pretty well, although when my daughter got big enough, she could roll the whole mat over. I think it's this one: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InhGM1Y2ksM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InhGM1Y2ksM)

I went rei big Agnes, but I also have 2 (20 year old) down bags that I put inside each other that can keep me just as warm and combined they are as small and light as big Agnes but with down moisture is the enemy and in winter there is plenty so there is that

If your biggest concern about a sleeping bag is room for your legs to move without feeling constricted, I would try out Nemo or Big Agnes sleeping bags. Both tend to have wider profiles. Definitely go for a bag that is rated at least 10 degrees lower - preferably lower - than the temps you expect to sleep in. Theres multiple problems with layering with clothing like this, one of which is not the warmth specific factor but the breathability. One or two layers is one thing, but with all the listed clothing and then something like the picture on top, you're going to build up humidity near your body you can't get rid of, and you'll become even colder. Next, a sleeping bag basically creates a warm pocket of air around you. The insulation in the bag helps create and maintain this pocket. The more compressed this insulation, the worse it performs. With layering clothing, you compress the insulation, making it less effective. On top of that, insulation is minimal if not nonexistent at the seams. Some puffy jackets and "extreme temp" clothing gets around this by minimizing seams but there's almost always a few somewhere, which means no air pockets and no warmth. If I could recommend the best case scenario for you, it would be this: find a sleeping bag you can tolerate rated to a temp appropriate for your conditions, 15F at a minimum, best scenario a 0F. Dress in only your smartwool layers, and make sure you have a good pad/sleep set up underneath you. Sources: avid outdoorsmen, backpacker in sub 20 degree temps, and former REI employee who specialized in camping gear.

Having tent camped for years, then hammock camped for a decade, and recently gone back to ground I can honestly say this: quilts for hammocks, bag for tent. Quilts are too much work with a sleeping pad. You are better off getting something like a Big Agnes sleep system bag and pairing it with a pad. Much easier, and less drafts

I have been using a Big Agnes down bag. I think it was in the "ranger" series. They change models every few years. But stick with the "sleep system" bags. They don't have a bottom side similar to quilts, but they stick to your sleeping pad much better, and wont let drafts in when you move around. Only issue with their bags are the temp ratings are not the best. But I mainly tent in warmer temps and save the hammock for really cold winter temps. (I went back to ground because I finally got a dog to take on adventures, and I want him safe from mosquitos and what not at night just like me)

I use my 3N1 from - 30 C to + 30 C. Admittedly I don't have a ton of exposure to other gear, but it fuckin' rocks from my experience. Also don't really use it in +30C, it's just there, don't sleep with it on.

For cheap, no. https://preview.redd.it/crlfe5zr9u1g1.jpeg?width=447&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=528fa1c294cba5226b5f77d7a984a5ee5ee7ce1b Though, a system bag like the [Big Agnes Lost Ranger 3n1 0](https://www.rei.com/product/245987/big-agnes-lost-ranger-3n1-0-sleeping-bag) will get you awful close if you add the [Outdoor Research Helium Bivy](https://www.rei.com/product/203558/outdoor-research-helium-bivy). This is what I use. You could also build a similar system that is a bit safer from a 40 degree top quilt like the [Enlightened Equipment Revelation Apex Regular-Wide](https://enlightenedequipment.com/revelation-apex/) and any 20 degree Down mummy bag like [Mammut Comfort Down 23](https://www.rei.com/product/247720/mammut-comfort-down-23-5c-sleeping-bag)

We use a Redverz Attacama tent. [https://redverz.com/](https://redverz.com/) It is three person tent, with plenty of room for gear. It is absolutely waterproof. Assembly is not especially fast, but is uncomplicated. Having two people helps. It is tall enough to stand in and the vestibule/garage in enormous. While the "garage" is marketed and completely capable of holding a motorcycle, I never seen anyone actually put their motorcycle in it. It packs into a 50 liter dry bag with some room to spare and weighs 14 pounds. I carry it on my passenger seat. [https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-PLNrsMx/0/XL/i-PLNrsMx-XL.jpg](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-PLNrsMx/0/XL/i-PLNrsMx-XL.jpg) It fits all of your criteria except "compact". For sleeping, I'm all in on Big Agnes system. The Big Agnes "system" uses a sleeping bag with a pocket in the bottom to hold an insulated, inflatable sleeping pad. There is no insulation in the bottom of the bag, that pad is the insulations. It is a great system and you can never roll of your pad. Get the "pump house" to inflate the pad.

Just wanna say I respect the lack of overpriced fancy gear and I respect making it work for as long as you did! As much as I am "anti gear, pro getting out there", a lightweight Big Agnes sleeping bag will roll up to about 1/8th the size of a rolled up Coleman. Mine has lasted me for 7 seasons so far no problems

Four season can be difficult without knowing your temps. However, Big Agnes Lost Ranger is a 3 in 1 sleeping bag. You can use each part separately or combine them for additional warmth. [20% off in resupply right now.](https://www.rei.com/used/p/big-agnes-lost-ranger-3n1-0-sleeping-bag/203947)

Kelly cosmic down bags are amazing bang for buck. REI has generous return policies as well, so if you get into a bag you don't like, you have the option to return it for a year. More expensive bags/huge discounts don't necessarily mean they are going to fit your needs. I currently sleep in the Big Agnes Lost Ranger, which is a 3in1 sleep setup. It is a quilt and a sleeping bag, which means you can sleep with just the quilt, just the bag, or if it's cold enough you can nest the sleeping bag inside the quilt. It's on the more expensive side, but it could be beneficial looking into a similar setup. I would however recommend investing in a nice sleeping pad that has a decent R value. I currently sleep on the Big Agnes Rapide SL Insulated (regular) and I LOVE IT. it comes in all different types of widths and lengths. I've slept on it for 2+ weeks in the Yosemite side country and I've never had a single issue with it. long story short, i'm a huge fan of the Kelty Cosmic Down line. there are also a few REI branded bags that may be worth looking at.

I got a big Agnes bag that has an extra zipper kind of like carry-on luggage. Makes it somewhat adjustable - roomy most of the time but when I really need the warmth it's more snug.

Big agnes sleeping bag, wool hat, dry wool socks, dog in the bag with me.