Coleman Colossal 20-Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bag (Super King)
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Description of Coleman Colossal 20-Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bag (Super King)
Bag, ColossalThe Coleman 8041-855 Colossal 20-degree King Sleeping Bag is a comfortable three-season rectangular sleeping bag. At 39-inches by 81-inches, the king-size Colossal fits most body types up to six-feet-four-inches long. With five pounds of Hollofil-808 insulation, this moderate-temperature sleeping bag keeps you warm in temperatures down to 20-degrees Fahrenheit. Features include a cotton cover and cotton flannel liner that are commercial-machine washable, an exterior pocket, and the ability to zip two like-bags together for additional room.
All Coleman sleeping bags are designed with ComfortSmart technology to keep you comfortable. The Colossal's ComfortSmart features include: ZipPlow which plows fabric away from the zipper to prevent snags, Comfort Cuff which surrounds your face with softness, Roll Control which locks the bag in place for easier rolling, Fiberlock which prevents insulation from shifting and increases durability, Thermlock which reduces heat loss through the zipper thereby keeping you warmer, Zipper Glide tailoring which allows smooth zipper operation around the corner, and the Wrap'N'Roll carrier which is attached so packing is easy.
Manufacturer Warranty
Limited five-year warranty
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Sleep Well: Finding the Right Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag technology has come a long way from the days of cowboy bedrolls. These days, there are a number of high-tech materials and designs available to keep you warm during the coldest outings. Here's a short list of things to keep in mind when you're shopping for a bag:
Buy for Cold
It's a safe bet that on at least one of your adventures, the nighttime temperature will drop unexpectedly. That's why it's smart to buy a bag that's rated for the lowest possible temperature you expect to face on your camping and backpacking trips. For summer trips, a bag rated at +35 degrees or higher will likely do the trick. If you like to camp in higher elevations in the summer, or if spring and fall outings are in your future, consider bags rated from +10 to +35. Winter adventurers should look for bags in the -10 to +10 range, while those on serious winter alpine climbs and expeditions will want a bag rated lower than -10.
Keep in mind that sleeping bag manufacturers' temperature ratings only estimate the minimum temperature at which the bag will provide warmth. Take these numbers with a grain of salt, as different folks generate different amounts of heat when they sleep. If you're the type who likes to pile on the covers even on warmer nights, go for a bag that's rated ten degrees colder. The opposite is true for "warm" sleepers--a 35-degree bag will probably work for you on a 25-degree night.
Goose or No Goose?
The most important component of any sleeping bag is its insulating material. Modern sleeping bags offer two choices: goose down or synthetic. While both materials have advantages and disadvantages, down bags are considered superior because of their phenomenal warmth-to-weight and warmth-to-bulk ratios. While providing great insulation, down is extremely compressible and light. There's a reason why geese can fly and stay warm through the winter! Down also boasts great long-term durability and will typically retain its insulating properties after years of use.
All of that said, there are many high-quality synthetic bags on the market and synthetic materials are getting better all the time. While a synthetic bag will weigh somewhat more than a down bag at an equivalent temperature rating, synthetic bags perform better when wet. (Yes, the Achilles heel of down is that it loses all insulating properties when wet.) If your trips take you to wet climates, you may want to consider a synthetic bag for this reason alone. Keep in mind, too, that many people are allergic to down--synthetic bags are non-allergenic. Finally, down is considerably more expensive than synthetic, which might tip the balance for adventurers on a budget.
Bags for All Shapes
Sleeping bags come in two basic shapes that reflect their intended use. Mummy-shaped bags offer the best warmth because they conform to the body's contours. This minimizes the amount of body heat the body must put out to maintain a constant temperature. Many mummy bags are offered in women-specific shapes and sizes, as well. Rectangular bags, while they do offer more room to toss and turn, are less thermally efficient because they contain more open air space. Also, they are typically heavier than mummy bags, and are generally not offered with down insulation, making them best suited for car camping or short backpacking trips.
Pad Yourself
No matter what kind of bag you choose, a sleeping pad is a required accessory. Not only do they provide much-needed comfort when sleeping on the ground, pads also offer crucial warmth for your backside, as the weight of your body compresses--and renders virtually useless--the sleeping bag insulation that lies beneath you.
Sports reviews of Coleman Colossal 20-Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bag (Super King)
Customer Review: Big, very comfortable sleeping bag
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I bought the Coleman Colossal 20-Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bag (Super King) about two months ago. We unzipped it and tried how warm/nice it is as a blanket and we have been using it ever since. It just feels really comfy, soft and VERY warm. I regularly have to come out from under as it gets too warm for my taste but my wife who have been using multiple layers of blankets before is now very happy with just this one. This bag might not be big enough for both of us when its used zippered up as sleeping bag but it surely is enough when it is unzipped and used as a blanket (with some extra space to spare). Unlike any other sleeping bag we've tried so far, this is the first one that does not feel like you are wrapped in a nylon tote. No slipperiness, no plastic feeling. It is however pretty big and heavy, so it's probably not that suitable for backpacking or cycling excursions. Though the price was a bit high, I think it was a good buy and can only recommend it to anybody who longs for a bit of "homely" bed-warmth in the tent or cabin. Of course do not forget to get something to lift you off the ground, no sleeping bad is good for much without a cot/airbed/mat/something.Customer Review: thick and warm!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I bought two of these after we bought a pop-up camper. (one for my daughter, one for myself). I previously had "mummy" style sleeping bags, and the shape was just not for me. We brought them to Yellowstone, and the nightly temps there were around freezing. We did wear lots of fleece (and even stocking caps) at night, but the sleeping bags kept us nice and warm.
Since that trip, we've been camping every weekend, in 'normal' weather (60's at night). We usually open up our sleeping bags and use them as mattresses (VERY thick and comfy!), or put one whole one on top of us, the other on the bottom. I think it would be WAY too hot to use it as a regular sleeping bag in these temps!
The zippers are solid on this bag. We are constantly zipping and unzipping, without any problems or snags (we've camped about 20 nights using these so far). The only "issue" someone might have is their size...they are not for backpacking! And, I don't love the design for rolling them up (many have mentioned this in other reviews).
Otherwise, a great sleeping bag.
Customer Review: I lub this bag
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I have been sleeping inside a comforter on the floor till now. When i used to roll around during my sleep, my blanket will always open up somewhere to cold air outside and drain all the heat that had build up. So i end up waking hypothermic every time. T_T
Now with this large almost TWIN size sleeping bag, my problems are over. :D Getting inside the bag and zipping it up is the only chore. I wish they had bigger sized zipper that feels sturdy as well. The one with it feel a little delicate and gives me handle with care signals. Apart from that, this bag does a fine job. I put it on top of a 4 inch foam. I dont even need a room heater because all the heat my body produces stays inside the bag. Earlier my feet used to feel very cold and i had to wear sox, but now its not needed and my feet are cozy warm. I can roll inside the bad without much problems, its most important use for me ! Only i wish they made it 2 inches wider and 3 inches longer. That would have been really cool, i mean WARM!
Customer Review: What a comfortable sleeping bag!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I will never go back to synthetic sleeping bags after sleeping in this one! It's comfortable, soft, & warm. I went camping with it this past weekend and it got into the low 40's overnight. I was perfectly comfortable sleeping in an undershirt and boxer shorts. Second, as a 5'11" 170 lbs. male, there is plenty of extra space in there to move about. So much so that my girlfriend, who is 5'4", crawled in there with me when her sleeping bag proved too lightweight for the 2nd night. Limited room to move about under those circumstances, but we fit! 100% cotton is about as inviting as it gets, inside and out. The only downside with such a heavy sleeping bag is that it gets good and hot in there in the morning once the sun gets high enough. Rolls up and ties down nicely, and overall a sturdy bag.Customer Review: This bag rocks
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Like the title says, this bag absolutely rocks. First of all, you need to understand that its intended purpose is car camping. We have gear for both backpacking & car camping - we have different tents, packs, bags, etc. for each activity.
You cannot beat this bag for car camping. With backpacking, you must, by necessity, deal with smaller, slippery, lighter, nylon (ie mummy) bags. But if you're hanging around a lake-side site with the family, friends, dog(s), etc, and weight/size/bulk is of no concern, then you're going to want something big and warm with nice, comfortable flannel when you go to bed at night.
With a proper sleeping pad, you may find out this bag is as comfortable as your own bed.