I've been looking into sleeping bags and was wondering if anyone has any experience with Alpkit bags and if they are any good?
I'm currently looking at the Pipedream 400. RRP £220, 90/10 goose down hydrophobic, sleep limit rated to -10 (EN values) -6 (by Alpkit), 865g, 750g fill power and 190 internal length.
I reckon -6 will be more than enough for Scotland (I sleep warm).
It seems to be a reasonable balance of 1, weight. 2, pack size. 3, cost. It's fair to say I'd have liked to spend less if I could, I'd have liked to get bag and mat for around £250 but accept I'll need to spend a bit more to keep weight/size down as I want to keep the weight less than 1Kg. I was also thinking on pairing it with one of the Alpkit mats (Aero 180 or Cloud base).
Only concern I have is that it's a tapered mummy, I rumble around a lot.....an awful lot when I sleep so even the biggest bags will be restrictive for me. Quilts don't meet the weight restrictions so they are a no no. I daresay I'll get used to using a bag mind you.
Does anyone use this bag and have any comments on it?
As ever, thanks for any advice you can offer me.
Does anyone have a better option for me that they could point me to (I am researching, not wanting folks to do it for me but it's always good to have differing perspectives to draw on).
Is this bag too warm/cold for 3 season camping in Scotland?
I was also looking at the Thermarest Questar (I like the idea of the straps) but felt the weight was a bit much for the warmth provided.