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    Hyke and byke sleeping bags and quilts?

    Anyone try these? they are affordable down bags I was just looking to get opinion on them before I buy

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    You would be the first person on HF to buy one. They don't even acknowledge that sleeping on a diagonal is preferred. Their videos show people doing the banana lay (very uncomfortable). They seem to imply that all you will need is this bag and you'll be all set to the temperature rating. I personally doubt that - you're gonna need a TQ in addition to that mummy bag.

    Given how little they seem to know about hammocks, I'd skip buying from this place.

    https://www.hykeandbyke.com/
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    Thanks silvr , I have an underquilt I was looking for either bag or quilt without spending too much but I think I will spend more for something better would like to buy from small cottage company I will keep looking. Thanks for reply

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    They look like a pea pod system. Possibly functional. Pea pods were a Speer thing, and some people still mod sleeping bags to do it. It’s very restrictive of your lay. Definitely a cold weather setup. I wouldn’t want to be strapped into one of those when it’s above freezing.

    Edit: their stuff is heavy! 4lb for a one person tent! 2.4lbs for a 30 degree 800fp mummy bag!

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    I have their 20 deg down mummy bag I used for a couple of years. I used it as a top quilt.

    I liked the material, it was like sleeping in whipped cream, very soft. I think it is a good value for the money.

    I now use an ugc top quilt because I have more room.

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    Yes, I have one of their 30* bags and a tent from them. Both are very nice pieces of equipment.

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    Quote Originally Posted by High lonesome View Post
    Anyone try these? they are affordable down bags I was just looking to get opinion on them before I buy
    Yes 0* mummy. Use it just like a Top Quilt. Hood part is bit annoying but worth it


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    I tried out my Hyke and Byke Antero 15º hammock back and you can get some diagonal lay in it as it is a bit wider than the sleeping bags they make. Take a look at Shug's pod system and I think he says he has some ability to lay diagonally in his pod.

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    I've had a Snugpak Cocoon for several years now. I have used it successfully into the mid 20's on it's own, and into the mid teens with the Snugpak UQ + TQ inside. For me its got enough width to get a comfortable diagonal lay and its synthetic insulation plus DWR treated exterior have done a great job keeping me warm and dry even though I'm right on the water. While it is fairly heavy, the low cost vs performance level and excellent durability make it a great option for me to have, I even use it inside quite a bit as well.
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    I have a 0⁰ mummy bag from them - 750 fp but it's warm - more for when I pulk rather than back pack. Quality gear for sure just a tad heavy and bulky but quality stuff.

    I recommend it for sure.

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