Post by: jackelope on June 01, 2014, 08:15:51 PM
Personally I think I'd go the route of a dry compression bag just to make sure it doesn't get wet.
Thoughts...?
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Post by: kentrek on June 01, 2014, 09:04:18 PM
Sea to summit waterproof compression sacks are what ya need....i run a size biger than you really need just so i can also put all my extra clothes in there too
Post by: hughjorgan on June 01, 2014, 09:05:19 PM
Post by: kentrek on June 01, 2014, 09:09:27 PM
But its bulky which is a pet peve of mine
Post by: pope on June 01, 2014, 09:26:47 PM
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Post by: SilkOnTheDrySide on June 01, 2014, 09:43:57 PM
Curious to hear opinions on whether or not you put your sleeping bag in a compression sack in your backpack or just put it into the bottom of the pack loose.
Personally I think I'd go the route of a dry compression bag just to make sure it doesn't get wet.
Thoughts...?
This is the path you should take. By having them in a dry compression sack, it gives a nice lightweight shelf to stack your heavier gear on. If you leave it uncompressed, the heavier items could float down the pack.
Post by: jackelope on June 01, 2014, 09:51:56 PM
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=37074
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=60065
Dunno. I can see the logic on both sides.
Post by: pope on June 01, 2014, 10:18:48 PM
Post by: 7mag. on June 01, 2014, 11:04:25 PM
Most bags lose loft as they get older and dirty. Washing the bag can restore some of its loft. If you're worried about damage from stuffing, put the bag in an over-sized waterproof sack and attach to the outside of your pack. The most critical consideration in the field is how to keep the bag dry. If you're out for multiple nights, this can be a challenge. Take every opportunity to dry the bag out in the afternoon sun. After you sleep in a bag, do not immediately put it in a stuff sack. Leave the bag out in your tent while you hunt so the heat of the day and circulating air can help dry your bag.
Yes, this. And what silk said. When using a pack with a sleeping bag compartment, my bag goes in a compression sack, then in the compartment. If no compartment, compression sack in the very bottom of the pack. It helps keep heavier items higher in the pack, and closer to your center of gravity. I use a compression sack for two reasons, to save space, and to create a solid base in the bottom of my pack to build on.
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Post by: jackelope on June 02, 2014, 07:52:48 AM
I've always compressed my bag in a compression bag inside my pack at the bottom just like everyone is mentioning. I was looking into getting another bag to put my tent in, came across a bunch of threads on backpacking forums that mention NOT using a compression bag in your backpack. It got me curious to hear what all you guys think. It seems like just like everything else in the world...there's more than 1 way to do things.
All of my sleeping bags at home are kept in wayyy oversized laundry bag type stuff sacks. I never leave them in the compression bag when the bag is not in my backpack. The bag I use backpacking is a down bag. Compresses down nice and tiny.
Thanks
Post by: kentrek on June 02, 2014, 08:24:45 AM
Il tell ya its not to big of diference an if im feeling lazy an heading back to the truck i wont worry bout the stuff sack...just cram it all in an go...I dont have big heavy items like alot of people have been saying tho that need to be on a shelf :dunno: not sure whats they're referring to, food maybe
Might aswell give it a shot an see how it works with you/your gear
Post by: fillthefreezer on June 02, 2014, 08:27:42 AM
Post by: jackelope on June 02, 2014, 09:03:52 AM
Have ya tried it out ?? You have the icon right ?? I think its really going to depend on what pack ya have an also what other gear....those guys on bpl have pretty minimal stuff with them since there just hiking..
Il tell ya its not to big of diference an if im feeling lazy an heading back to the truck i wont worry bout the stuff sack...just cram it all in an go...I dont have big heavy items like alot of people have been saying tho that need to be on a shelf :dunno: not sure whats they're referring to, food maybe
Might aswell give it a shot an see how it works with you/your gear
I haven't tried it out yet. The pack should be here today.
i dont use a compression sack anymore and havent for a few seasons. simply a roll top drysack with e-vent. i get just as much compression by simply pushing the air out while being lighter. it also doesnt end up like a bowling ball.
I tell you, I don't like the bowling ball feel of the compression bag in there.
:dunno:
Post by: swanny on June 02, 2014, 10:02:41 AM