![]() ![]() We eliminate the unnecessary bottom insulation and replace it with a sleeve to accommodate the pad which provides the insulation. When insulation material is compressed under your body, it loses most of its ability to insulate. The pad slips into a pocket built into the bottom of the bag: You can choose from a mummy shaped pad (on the left), full rectangle (middle) or 2/4 pad (right).īig Agnes bags are designed to be used with an integral sleeping pad. Big Agnes bags have a reputation for conservative temperature ratings. We hit some camping nights when the temperature is lower but I sleep warm and can always add a layer of polypropylene long underwear. They arrived in nearly new condition at a considerable savings. I did my homework and got the bag and pad at a good price on Ebay from someone who had (purportedly) only used them once. Considering other top of the line down bags can set you back upwards of $350.00 the Horse Thief is a bargain. 50 cents a night) is well worth the price. $150.00 to $200.00 (2008 prices!) for a bag and pad that will last at least five or ten years (that’s around. As each year passes a good night’s sleep becomes more a necessity than a luxury. These tests are conducted by regular folks, and there’s a plenty of reviews of Big Agnes bags and pads.Īs a Scoutmaster I will camp about 40 nights a year. I put a fair amount of stock in the thorough, thoughtful reviews at. The Big Agnes Horse Thief, however, ended the quest. But even the best sleeping bag may have be retired after twenty or thirty years of faithful service.įor years tried out a number of less-expensive bags in the search for a suitable replacement. At the time it was among the best bags he could afford (or ill-afford). My father bought it for me in 1976 prior to an extended trip to Alaska. I still carry and highly recommenced my Big Agnes setup!įor many years I carried my trusty Gerry goose down sleeping bag on Troop camp outs. ![]()
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