Sleeping bags are an essential item for any camping trip. With so many to choose from this can become confusing. There are sleeping bags for both adults and children. Within the adult bags there are single and double options, mummy style or rectangular, duvet style or polyester. There's everything for if you are on a budget right up to the lightweight and 4-5 season bags for the more demanding camper.
After then choosing the style of sleeping bag that you want there is then the further choice of season. Sleeping bags are given a season rating as a quick guide as to their performance and the type of climate they should be used in. You need to check the weather reports for where you will be camping. Generally a 1-2 season sleeping bag is adequate for summer camping on warm evenings. Each of the season rated bags will show an operating temperature range to give you a better choice. There are also lightweight sleeping bags for backpackers.
