Army sleeping bags: varieties and recommendations for choosing

An army sleeping bag is an indispensable attribute of a soldier. It is necessary to fully relax in any weather. The materials used for sewing bags provide a light mass of products and their miniaturization. And this is important for people who carry sleeping bags on themselves.

A military sleeping bag is designed so that it can be used in various temperature conditions. But before buying them, you need to consider certain nuances. There are two types of sleeping bags: summer and winter.

They differ in their ability to withstand the temperature regime under the influence of which they will be used. They are marked with two numbers: one number indicates comfortable conditions, the second - the maximum allowable. Also, military sleeping bags are equipped with conveniently located fasteners.

A sleeping bag is a type of equipment created from an upper waterproof and airtight shell of a heater and a gasket made of a membrane material that is located between the layers. The highest quality fabrics are used to make the sleeping bag. This ensures that any body fumes are effectively removed.Each state has its own rules for the creation of products of this type.

When choosing, attention should be paid on the composition of the material of the sleeping bag. Many brands represent products the outer layer of which is made of polyester. The inner layer may be viscose and polyamide. Any filler is acceptable, acts as the cheapest holofiber.

Most people think that a travel sleeping bag can be used as an army sleeping bag. But in ordinary products there is no fire-resistant impregnation, unlike army ones, because their main purpose is prevent the spread of fire. It is permissible to climb into army sleeping bags with shoes on, because the inside is lined with a material that is easy to clean.

In case you just need to go out into nature with an overnight stay, an ordinary tourist sleeping bag will help. They can be with insulation (fur) and without, so when buying, you must take into account the temperature regime during which the products will be used. Experienced users tend to think that cheap products should not be purchased, especially if it will be used in cold climates.

Military sleeping bags in their appearance are similar to ordinary ones, which are used as a sleeping place during overnight stays in natural conditions. But in the production of such products, the manufacturer pays close attention to each detail separately.

A rug is considered an integral part of a military sleeping bag. To make it, a durable fabric is used, which has a high resistance to moisture. Polyurethane foam is used as a filler. It serves as a guarantee that the person using this sleeping bag will not freeze even in frost on the ground.

Such characteristics, as well as the affordable cost of a sleeping bag, fell in love with lovers of hunting and fishing. The military bag has a certain configuration, which depends on which military unit it is intended for. For example, for a special forces unit, sleeping bags are made without zippers. The filler in such products is placed unevenly. For better insulation of the sides, special strips are used, which serve as protection against cold air flows. And the top is lined with fabric with holes for ventilation.

Sleeping bags from the organization "Warrior" designed for special forces units. It is made of waterproof fabric with thinsulate insulation. Due to the presence of this type of insulation, the sleeping bag is lightweight.

Manufacturers believe that there is no division into a winter and summer version of an army bag. Any model is produced according to a modular scheme and can be used both in summer and in winter. This becomes available due to the multi-layered accessory, when it is possible to unfasten each layer.

The summer sleeping bag is a lightweight version, which is made of a thin and light material, on top of which a layer of insulation can be placed. At very low temperatures, it is covered with a membrane layer. In this way, the textile parts of the sleeping bag are detachable in layers, so it is possible to choose an option for any time of the year.

The weight of the product is on average a little less than 3 kg. The kit may consist of:

• an external protective cover that prevents dirt and moisture from penetrating inside; additionally, it provides complete thermal insulation;
• bag, in the form of an insert;
• zip bags;
• compression bag.

Usually, the manufacturer prescribes the necessary parameters on the label, the most important of which are the temperature regime for use, weight, constituent elements, materials.

Sleeping bags vary in shape:

• Cocoon. Tightly fits the human body, tapering downwards. Such a product does not take up much space. Its peculiarity is that it is quite warm, has a hood.

• Blanket. A regular sleeping bag with a zipper. It is heavy and bulky. With the help of zippers, you can connect two sleeping bags together to get a large blanket as a result. As a result, you can get a double bed.

• Overalls. There are places for arms and legs. It looks like an ordinary jumpsuit, but more voluminous. It does not hinder movement and does not need to be removed when leaving the tent.

• elephant leg. In appearance, it is similar to a cocoon, but smaller in size and reaches only the middle of the body. The model is equipped with a jacket. Lightweight and comfortable fit.

Sleeping bags have the following fillers.

• Downy. Good for a winter sleeping bag. Such products are lightweight and miniature, perfectly retain heat, can be used at temperatures up to minus 30 degrees. The disadvantage is that they quickly absorb moisture and take a long time to dry. During the period of operation, the fluff falls off.
• Sinteponovy. Products are lighter than down, do not take up much space, have a low price, but are worse in quality than down. Their disadvantage is that they have a short service life, they wear out quickly.
• Silicone. Withstands frosts down to minus 20 degrees. Models are very durable and lightweight. The disadvantage is the high cost.
• Fur. Able to withstand severe frosts. Durable enough.

If we talk about the fabric from which the product is made, then many tourists with experience recommend not choosing polycotton sleeping bags, because it is not comfortable enough compared to nylon-based materials.

The main advantage of a military sleeping bag is its cost - it is slightly higher than that of a tourist one. This feature makes army sleeping bags common not only among the military, but also among tourists. Using this product is quite comfortable - unfastening the fasteners, you can get a warm blanket. Now most manufacturers produce products in green, ocher, brown colors. There are BTK sleeping bags, lightweight summer type with pixel coloring "Digit". No flaws have been identified with this product.

Users give positive feedback on this product. I especially like the presence of a large number of structural details. There are types of sleeping bags with a fastener on the bottom, which is needed in order for the product to turn into a coat. Winter types of sleeping bags have sleeves that are under the fabric and are securely fixed.

In the next video you will find a review of the army sleeping bag "Warrior".