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Yes, you can wash down sleeping bags. The best method is to use a front-loading washing machine on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent specifically designed for down products. Make sure to thoroughly rinse and dry the sleeping bag on low heat with tennis balls to help fluff up the down.
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How does one choose the best sleeping bags for camping?
Choosing a Sleeping Bag for Camping. The key choice in sleeping bags is between synthetic fill or down. Down is lighter in terms of a weight-to-warmth ratio.
What are sleeping bags made of?
Sleeping bags are made of synthetic or cotton or wool or down (bird's under layer of feather) materials.
What is the down in a sleeping bag?
depends on the sleeping bag, MEC bags are usually duck down, but some are goose.
Can you wash a down sleeping bag and if so, what is the best method to do so?
Yes, you can wash a down sleeping bag. The best method is to use a front-loading washing machine on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent specifically designed for down products. Make sure to dry the sleeping bag thoroughly on low heat with a few clean tennis balls to help fluff up the down.
Where can one buy down sleeping bags?
One can buy down sleeping bags in several places. The first would be an outdoor sporting goods store. The second choice would be finding one on the internet.
How long do down sleeping bags typically last before needing to be replaced?
Down sleeping bags typically last around 10-15 years before needing to be replaced, depending on usage and care.
What did they use in Antarctica for sleeping bags?
In Antarctica, researchers and explorers typically use high-quality, cold weather sleeping bags that are specifically designed for extreme cold conditions. These sleeping bags are often made with highly insulated materials, such as down or synthetic fibers, to provide maximum warmth and protection against the harsh temperatures in Antarctica.
What kind of duck feathers are used to make sleeping bags?
The down, rather than the flight, feathers.
What is the best material for sleeping bags?
Both synthetic and down bags have very different qualities, strengths and weaknesses. Synthetic bags are less expensive to manufacture and therefore are normally cheaper to buy. When wet they are also less likely to lose their vital insulation properties, unlike down sleeping bags. Down bags are generally much warmer than their synthetic counterparts but great care must be taken to look after them. When they get wet they will lose a lot of their insulation properties. It is recommended to take them to a specialist cleaner rather than wash them in your machine. Often more expensive than synthetic bags, they also last a lot longer. Down works by the feathers building on the insulating layers being warmed by body heat. Both have differing qualities and can been seen here - http://www.outdoorleisure101.com/sleeping-bag-reviews
Where can I find reviews on camping gear?
There are many ways to get reviews on camping gear. The best way to narrow down your search is to determine what type of gear you are looking for reviews on. For example, I am trying to decide what sleeping bag will best for my pre-teen son to take on a trip. I went to Amazon.com and typed in sleeping bags for pre-teen and found lots of interesting links for bags, including reviews.
Selecting the Right Sleeping Bags?
Depending on where exactly you're going on your next excursion, the types of sleeping bags you'll look into will probably differ drastically. For example, if you're going out somewhere very cold, then you will likely want to consider looking at down sleeping bags. However, if it's going to be raining a lot as well, you may want to stick to the synthetic sleeping bags since they work much better in wet conditions. The last thing you want is to be stuck out in the middle of nowhere with a wet and cold sleeping bag. This kind of thing can totally ruin your trip.
How do you sleep in space?
Astronauts sleep in sleeping bags that are attached to the walls of their spacecraft using Velcro straps. They can sleep in any orientation—upside down, sideways, or even standing up—because there is no up or down in microgravity. They can also use eye masks and earplugs to block out light and noise.
