TETON Sports Mammoth Queen Size Flannel Lined Sleeping Bag (94" x 62", Green)
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Description of TETON Sports Mammoth Queen Size Flannel Lined Sleeping Bag (94" x 62", Green)
The Mammoth is the perfect bag for any family outing. Whether you're going for a weekend at the lake or your in-laws are staying over, the Mammoth is comfortable enough for two (maybe three or four if you have young children). Stash your personal items in the interior storage pocket for safe keeping, and pull the adjustable mummy hood down tight for extra warmth. There are also shoulder and zipper baffles to fight drafts. The oxford nylon compression sack makes this monster bag easy to transport and store. The bag is great for couples and families because of the full length zippers on both sides so you can exit the bag without disturbing your partner. The internal storage pockets on both sides for keys, wallet, watch and other valuablesThe perfect bag for any family outing, the Teton Mammoth bag is comfortable, warm, and large enough to accommodate almost any camper--and sometimes even two or three. The Mammoth sports a soft cotton flannel lining with a temperature rating of 0 degrees F, helping campers stay cozy in almost any family camping locale. The bag's shoulder baffle and pair of full-length zipper draft tubes, meanwhile, help keep warmth in and cold out, a must on chilly fall evenings. And campers who really want to insulate will delight in the adjustable mummy hood, which pulls down tight for extra warmth.
But the real attention-getter is the Mammoth's massive size, which can comfortably hold a pair of adults plus one small child, or as many as four young children at once. The large sleeping pocket makes this bag ideal for family trips to the beach, backyard sleepovers, and a ton of other people-intensive situations. Plus, should campers need to get out of the bag without disturbing their partners, they can simply use the full-length zipper on either side to make a quick exit.
Other features include internal storage pockets on both sides for holding keys, wallets, and other valuables and an Oxford nylon compression sack that makes the Mammoth easy to transport and store. The Mammoth measures 94 inches long by 62 inches wide and weighs 17 pounds. It's also backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
Amazon.com Sleeping Bag Guide
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 TETON Sports Mammoth Queen Size Flannel Lined Sleeping Bag (94" x 62", Green)
Customer Review: WARM
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Well made, warm, and full of features. I'm 6'1" and this bag has plenty of lenth, about 6" to spare. It has drawstrings that sinch up the top of the bag around your head. Loops for hanging the bag for drying/airing out. Comes with a "compression" sack. This bag is really heavy so it's not for hiking. All-in-all I'm impressed by the quality of this bag for its realatively low cost. My wife and I have really enjoyed using it. Oh, it has this nice flannel lining that my wife finds to be especially snuggly.Customer Review: Great item!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This is a great sleeping bag. It is very large and heavy so don't think you can take it backpacking, but for the purpose for which it is intended it's great. It's very warm and roomy-easily large enough for 2 adults, 3-4 kids or whatever combination you want. It wicks moisture away from your body so you don't feel damp in the morning. Like most oversized sleeping bags, you will never get it back in the carrying case in which it arrives. We use it in our pop-up camper and love it. Good value for the cost.Customer Review: Great Product!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Much better product than I expected. Very warm and very very roomie!
I would for sure recommend this sleeping bag for couples looking to do some camping in below freezing weather in close proximity to their vehicle. (The latter qualification is due to the weight of the sleeping bag, it's heavy.)
The ability to separate the top and bottom halves make washing it possible in a less than industrial washer.
It pretty much covers an entire queen sized bed!
Customer Review: The PERFECT sleeping bag!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I purchased this sleeping bag from Amazon a few months back and it's honestly the perfect sleeping bag for a single or 2 person use. You can also unzip and have 2 separate blankets. This sleeping bag will KEEP you WARM in whatever degree weather you are in. I would gladly recommend this to friends! One final (Funny) thought. The sleeping bag came neatly rolled up in a nice storage bag. BUT I have yet to be able to get it back into that bag! ;-)Customer Review: Great Big Bag!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Used the bag for a 30 day trip to the California Sierra's in July over 9400 feet in elevation. Our first night was 31 degrees in our tent and our new Teton "0" degree queen size bag was warm and very comfortable. I am over 6'2" and had plenty of room. My wife gets very cold, even in the summer. This bag kept her warm the entire trip. I never zipped up my side of the bag or I would get too warm. Great product. We highly recommend.