10/30/2010

High Peak -40 Deg. Mummy Bag, Ex Wide & Long, 2010 Model, Warranty


High Peak -40 Deg. Mummy Bag, Ex Wide & Long, 2010 Model, Warranty
Product By High Peak      (2 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $87.98 

Technical Details

  • Rated at MINUS 40 degree F. rating when used with a mattress or pad
  • Fill Material : 6 LBS. of INVISTA THERMOLITE ® QUALLO
  • Carry Weight : About 7.6 Lbs.
  • Quilted Double Layer Construction
  • TWO Cascade -40 Mummies CAN be zipped together side by side

Product Description

These bags are RED & BLACK . . .The Cascade -40 sub zero mummy bag is an affordable cold weather, 4-Season Sleeping Bag . .
The Overall Size Each is 34" wide x 86" long x 22" wide at the foot . .
Outer Shell : Water Resistant INVISTA TACTEL ® NYLON . .
Inner Lining : POLYESTER TAFFETA . .
A compression stuffsack is included FREE . .
Zipper : # 8 Two-Way . .
TWO bags can be zipped together side by side . .
A GREAT "Below Zero" Sleeping Bag at an AFFORDABLE PRICE. . . (-40 F. just happens to equal -40 C.)

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Customer Reviews

  
"great bag great service" 2010-06-26
By G. Wood (Port Townsend, WA USA)
I just wanted to say that this is a great bag for the money. The other review was spot on in that there are few bags under $100 that will provide the warmth that this bag does. We just purchased a matching set of high peak 0 deg bags and I was happy with it after our first night at around 40 deg, but my wife was cold and she is now the owner of this -40 deg bag. If she is cold the next time out I may just buy a goat she can sleep next to.

As for the service, it was perfect. Not only did [...] send it Fedex at their expense to get it to us as quickly as possible, they provided great follow-up on the order and added a free LED flashlight and a bag of sweet pea flower seeds to our delivery as a thank you - good business practice in a world that is usually far to busy to remember the importance of personal customer service.

Another great purchase from Amazon.

We highly recommend business with both Amazon, and their affiliation with people like the family owners of [...] goes a long way toward keeping Amazon as the go-to place for online shopping!

  
"very happy" 2010-02-03
By Jonathan Bodemann
I got this product yesterday, and wanted to test it out. I ordered two because we camp almost every weekend. So I set up Tent outside on my patio (while it was snowing) with my girlfriend. First let me start by saying there was no option for left or right side zipper, so I was VERY impressed to receive one left zipper one right. It was snowing and 20 degrees last night. I did not have a mat for the inside of my bag, but i used a foam one on the outside. I was very very warm. I am new to sleeping bags, and this is my first winter bag, let alone mummy bag. I had read the description and didn't realize what i draft tube was, or a chest collar.

The Chest collar helped immensly. it has a draw string on it, once you complete the circle around your neck with the velcro, you can close the gap to your neck, containing all the heat.

I am 6'2" and 200 pounds, (athletic) and I had plenty of room to move, I even could slide down in the bag more if I wanted, with around 6 or so inches of room. I remember thinking (wow my 6'6" brother could fit in here.)

The Draft tube along the zipper did its job, I felt no cool air seeping in.

The zipper was thick and tough, while it got caught a few times(i was messing around with it) it was pretty easy to go up and down without problems.

Where my head rested was extra cushion and was VERY comfortable, barley need a pillow.

The material is thick and comfortable, i would be comfortable out in the wilderness without any pads, it simply has alot of cushion.

The only thing I have to note - my face was freezing, so while the bag may go to wayyy lower temperatures, i feel as if I would not be able to, maybe im a wuss, then again i didnt pull the bag closed around my head. I simply rolled over in the bag and pushed my face into the bag and warmed up. (lol). I certainly will be using it all winter. I will probably experience colder temperatures in which case i will edit and see how it does around 0 degrees. I am pretty sure it will preform just as well.

Also for anyone who was wondering I was wearing sweat pants, and sweatshirt. Nothing under either, no socks. feet felt warm all night.

Let me tell you my main concern when first purchasing this product. PRICE

I saw -40 deg, and 100 dollars, seemed too good to be true. I ordered assuming I would return because the price was so low, I figured the material would be cheap, things would tear, and problems would erupt.

I was taken when the box came, I had known the bag was large and weighed more than most mummy bags. It rolls up to the size of old school sleeping bags that you tie the rope around (maybe a TAD smaller than them). So I would not exactly advise using it for backpacking. (i camp right out of my car or not far from it) So aside from the size and weight I would highly advise this bag.

10/27/2010

High Sierra Explorer 55 Frame Pack (Pacific, Tungsten)


High Sierra Explorer 55 Frame Pack (Pacific, Tungsten)
Product By High Sierra       (16 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $86.49 

Technical Details

  • 55-liter, top-load main compartment with gusseted drawstring closure and adjustable top lid.
  • Front-load sleeping bag compartment with divider.
  • ERGO-FIT shoulder harness, with adjustable load-lifters, is constructed with Vapel mesh Airflow and high-density foam padding.
  • Molded foam back panel with Airflow™ channels to keep your back cool and dry.
  • Dual, contoured aluminum frame bars can be adjusted to fit the shape of your back.

Product Description

Go higher and farther with our Explorer 55 frame pack. Lightweight, rugged and roomy, it features a top-loading main compartment with 55 liters of storage space, top and bottom pack access, a bottom sleeping bag compartment, a hydration-ready design and plenty of accessories to hold gear like ice axes and hiking poles.

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Customer Reviews

  
"Create for a weekend trip" 2010-09-13
By leo
Used this bag twice to go camping/hiking. Had all the right pockets to fit all of my gear. The straps were comfortable and there was just enough space for all of my "just in case" items for this weekend trip. Looking back though, it was a tight fit, and maybe the next bigger size would be worth the money.

The only things I did not like about this bag were that there were loose straps everywhere once you got everything strapped in. It looked kind of messy, but it didn't bother me that much since hey, we're going camping, big deal. But I did look at the picture and my bag for awhile trying to figure out how they got it so neat, and mine looked so messy...? Another gripe I had was that the right shoulder strap kept coming loose after about 3 hours of hiking with a full pack. It was pretty annoying and I ended up having to tie a knot so it would not come loose again.

All in all, a good bang for your buck compared to comparable, more expensive bags out there.

  
"Great pack for the buck" 2010-07-09
By George
I went backpacking on superior hiking trail in Minnesota. The pack handled great on a four day 22 mile trip. There was plenty of room for all the items needed and additional items could be hung on the outside (such as a sleep mat, which is a must for the back). The shoulder and waist starp could be easily adjusted. If your a small size this pack is deffinetly not for you. I'm 32 and i had to nearly adjuted all the way. The rain tarp which is included came in very handy when heavy rain hit us. The only negative thing about this pack is if more pockets where available. I do recommend this for anyone in the medium size.

  
"Pack need better description" 2010-06-05
By Ronald F. Long (Walla Walla Wa. USA)
I purchased the pack as a extended weekend pack for my 19 year old son. He is 6'0" and weighs 220 lbs. This pack is listed as a 55 Liter pack. It is. It is well made and I will keep it for my wife. When he took it out of the box he tried it on. I looked at the packing materials. It is listed as a slim fit. It is for women and kids. It has a max waist of 32". This is not in the description. I wanted a full sized internal frame pack for him. The brochure that came with the pack clearly shows it as slim fit and lists the proportions. The ad does not. It would be great for youth and women, but I do not feel it is a good fit for adults. It is a good weekend pack and I am keeping it for my wife. The ad needs to show the brochure which clearly show High Sierra packs and who they fit and size.

  
"Solid backpack for less than $100" 2010-02-01
By E. Salas (San Francisco, CA)
I purchased this pack for a 3 day, 22-mile backpacking trip in Yosemite. The pack proved to be both reliable and comfortable with 45 pounds of gear stuffed into it. Comes with a spacious main compartment with an additional slot for a water bladder and complimenting guide to thread your mouth-piece through; plus, a lower compartment for a well-compressed sleeping bag is separated by a strong, zippered flap. The numerous straps/loops on the exterior creates almost limitless surface area for additional equipment. Additionally, a hidden pocket on the bottom hides away a sweet water proof cover for the pack in the event of a downpour.

The only real issue I found with this bag was its tenancy to loosen at the hip belt. For some reason, every half-hour or so, I found myself re-tightening the belt. Also, the shoulder harness anchor squeaks a bit.

All in all, for my first pack, I found this piece of equipment to be invaluable in what turned out to be a fantastic weekend backpacking through Yosemite.

  
"Adjustable EVERYTHING!" 2010-01-25
By K. D. Kaszynski (Costa Mesa, CA)
Everything on this pack is adjustable! I got it for my boyfriend so he can join me on some backpacking adventures and it is perfect for his size (5'10 and 180lbs), and just about any other size since EVERTHING IS ADJUSTABLE! There's a lot of usable space and it is fairly light (not carbon fiber light, but it's pretty light for the size). The only reason this pack didn't get the five star rating from me is that it's not as light as it could be, but that's sometimes what happens when you use the thicker threading (which is more durable) and put in that back padding that this pack seems to have a lot of. The boyfriend says it is comfortable, so there you have it!

10/25/2010

Suisse Sport Wyoming Tent


Suisse Sport Wyoming Tent
Product By Suisse Sport       (5 customers reviews)
Lowest Price : $78.00 

Technical Details

  • 3-room tent that sleeps up to 8 people
  • Removable dividers help create 3 distinct rooms
  • 3 mesh screen windows and mesh ceiling for ventilation
  • Heavy-duty, weather-resistant polyester floor
  • Shock-corded fiberglass poles; measures 18 by 6 by 10 feet (W x H x D)

Product Description

3 room dome style tent


Amazon.com Product Description

Accommodate the entire family when camping with the three-room Suisse Sport Wyoming tent. The Wyoming sleeps up to eight people, with a pair of dividers that separate the tent into three distinct rooms. You can use each room as a bedroom, or you can create two bedrooms and a shared living area. Ventilation isn't a problem thanks to the trio of mesh screen windows and the mesh ceiling, which provide a nice cross breeze as you sleep. And to keep you dry and comfortable throughout your trip, the Wyoming includes a heavy-duty, weather-resistant polyester floor. Other features include shock-corded fiberglass poles for easy setup; a three-quarter rain fly; a polyester body fabric with coated and taped seams; and an 18-by-6-by-10-foot (W x H x D) footprint.

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Customer Reviews

  
"Great tent for mild use or beginners" 2010-10-12
By DB from NC (SouthEast, US)
Just came back from our first camping trip this weekend with the kids. While the instructions are not great, if you have ever put up a tent before it should not be too much of an exercise. Wife and I put it together in about 25 minutes or less.

Very roomy inside and accommodated two queen mattresses and we had an area left over for storing clothes and supplies. A sub-six foot adult can stand straight up in the center. Note that the shape of this tent is more similar to a crescent then a rectangle.

Has some pockets inside and fabric dividers if you choose to separate spaces. I liked the built-in shoe area where you can store dirty footwear outside of the tent and access them from either inside or outside. Had no rain, so cannot speak to it's water tightness.

  
"Tent" 2010-09-13
By Diana Salazar
The tent was a great purchase. It has work great for my family and me. We have used it several times now. Only one thing is that it is a five pole tent and for some someone with no tent experience may have a little bit of trouble getting the tent up by them selfs, it may need to be a two person job. If you are an experience camper then this tent would be great for you.

  
"Works as advertised and as expected" 2010-08-25
By Thomas H. (CA United States)
As mentioned in the Title - works as advertised and as expected - therefore I am happy with it. I have to add: In the dry and only a four-day trip so far.

  
"best tent ever !" 2010-05-28
By Gina M. Friend (il)
I recently bought this tent and have camped in it one time, for three days and it was awsome I love it with or without the rain cover on it. it was big enough for four people and pleanty of EXTRA room for everything and it has two places for your shoes on each sides of the door for your shoes you zip it and dont have to worry about spiders getting in them!!:) when you take off the rain cover it is like you are sleeping outside without the bugs Yahoo.... it was so nice i could live in it for awhile !! i would tell anyone to get this tent i cant wait to go again!!!

  
"Ok, but Not as expected" 2009-05-30
By Jason Martin (CA but camped in AZ)
Barely fit two queen blowups. No walking room left. center height is really like 5 ft 5 inch. Really disappointed w/ zippers. Kept catching and teeth kept getting snagged. Almost cetain next trip they will be toast. Only used once so far. Blows in like crazy in the wind. Decent price of 110 or 120, but maybe better off buying two 8x8 tents. Didn't use the room dividers so can't comment there. Wasn't really room to divide the space. Maybe would have resulted in rooms to small to use. I will definately bring duct tape to fix zippers just in case from now on. wouldn't want scorpions or spiders or flying critters coming in uninvited. Hope this review helps you. Really a balance of quality and price. I rate overall quality a 7 out of 10. But I expect to get a 8 or 9 product for spending over $100.