Camping Sleeping Bags

Choosing the Right Sleeping Bag

When choosing a sleeping bag, it’s important to think about where and when you’ll be using it. At WM Camping, we have a range of sleeping bags suited to everything from summer camping trips to winter expeditions.

Sleeping Bag Shapes

The shape of your sleeping bag makes a big difference to your comfort and warmth. A rectangular sleeping bag gives you more room to move and feels less restrictive, which many campers prefer in milder conditions. These are a good choice for temperatures around 10°C and above, and some models can even be unzipped fully to use as a blanket.

For colder environments, a mummy-shaped sleeping bag is usually the better option. The closer fit around the body helps to trap heat more efficiently, keeping you much warmer on chilly nights. Mummy bags are designed to reduce the amount of air your body needs to heat, and high-spec models can be used in temperatures well below freezing.

Sleeping Bag Fillings

Another key choice is between down and synthetic insulation. Down sleeping bags are known for being extremely warm while staying lightweight and packable, making them popular for backpacking and cold-weather trips. However, down doesn’t perform as well when wet, so if you’re expecting damp or humid conditions, a synthetic-filled sleeping bag could be a better choice.

Synthetic fillings are excellent at retaining warmth even when wet, they dry more quickly, and tend to be less expensive than down options. Thanks to advances in materials, many modern synthetic sleeping bags now offer impressive warmth for their weight, making them a strong choice for general camping use.

Season Ratings

Sleeping bags often come with a season rating to help guide your choice.

• 1–2 season sleeping bags are best for summer camping and festivals.
  
• 3-Season Sleeping Bags offer extra warmth for spring and autumn trips when the nights are cooler.
  
• 4-Season Sleeping bags are designed for winter use, providing insulation in freezing temperatures.

Some high-end models even offer ratings suitable for extreme cold, ideal for expeditions and mountain use.

Other Features to Consider

Modern sleeping bags come with a variety of features designed to make your night outdoors more comfortable. Look for sleeping bags with draught collars and zip baffles to minimise heat loss, adjustable hoods to keep your head warm, and compression sacks for easier packing.

Remember that even the warmest sleeping bag relies on your own body heat to work. Staying active before bed, eating a warm meal, and using a sleeping mat for insulation from the ground can all help you get the best night’s sleep possible.

At WM Camping, we pride ourselves on offering a great range of sleeping bags to suit all types of campers. Whether you’re off to a festival, pitching up at a campsite, or heading out on a long-distance hike, you’ll find reliable, comfortable options to suit your plans. Explore our range today and get ready for a better night’s sleep outdoors.