Cheapish sleeping bag ?

[Arsey]

I’m starting to get kit sorted for our Himalayas trip in July .
It’s recommended to take a sleeping bag for the few nights under canvas at altitude though bedding is provided .
So I’m debating whether to take my own sleeping bag .
Can someone recommend a reasonably priced bag that packs smallish and can deal with temperatures down to say 0 c ish
It won’t get used much after so don’t want to spend a fortune.
Ta

 

[leadfarmer]

Décathlon’s own brand stuff, best bang for your buck, or army surplus if that still exists

 

[Arsey]

Décathlon’s own brand stuff, best bang for your buck, or army surplus

Good idea. I can pop into local branch when I’m in Brittany in June

 

[Loiq]

northface cats meow... you can get it to be left or right handed, optional extra's peapod goretex outer bag and inflating matt...

we had big insulating matts provided that seen more action than action man....

 

[Arsey]

northface cats meow... you can get it to be left or right handed, optional extra's peapod goretex outer bag and inflating matt...

we had big insulating matts provided that seen more action than action man....

Ta

£147.

Leadfarmer’s idea is good . Can get a Decathlon one for €89

 

[Guru Gora]

Transition 300 Sleeping Bag

The mummy-shaped bag has an internal drawcord so you can wrap up warm without exposing your head and shoulders to the cold. It also features an internal pocket to keep your essentials close by. Filled with high-quality synthetic insulation that’s protected by a robust ripstop nylon outer, this...

www.blacks.co.uk

That'll work fine -

Use code....

youthaa

in discount box to get it at 37.40

Lot of bag for the money

 

[JonnyBravo]

I didn’t get to go last year
-but did buy a Snugpack jungle bag to take.
Very small and light 1 season as it were.
I had one before back in the day.
Planned on using it every night regardless of location.
Always comfy in my own stink !


I plan on throwing any old tat on top of me if needed to keep warm if I finally get there in July !

 

[Arsey]

Transition 300 Sleeping Bag

The mummy-shaped bag has an internal drawcord so you can wrap up warm without exposing your head and shoulders to the cold. It also features an internal pocket to keep your essentials close by. Filled with high-quality synthetic insulation that’s protected by a robust ripstop nylon outer, this...

www.blacks.co.uk

That'll work fine -

Use code....

youthaa

in discount box to get it at 37.40

Lot of bag for the money

That’s cheap!
Discount code didn’t work though

 

[Guru Gora]

Apols.....

YOUTHHA

People get sniffy about these bags but they are unbeatable value

 

[wheelnut]

A warm sleeping bag is cheap enough
A sleeping bag that packs down small is cheap enough.

A sleeping bag that is warm and packs down small is a bit more spendy.

 

[stever1]

Have a look at mountain warehouse. They do own brand sleeping bags which are good.

 

[leadfarmer]

@Arsey

Might be something here ……

Thread 'Exped Sale'

Apr 10, 2026

Exped seem to be doing a big sale on their direct website.

example; Exped Ultra 3R £76 down from £190.

And lots of their quilts & sleeping bags are circa 50% off too.

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[theoneandonly]

and get a fleecy liner too

Fleece Liner with Zip WGTE

When you need extra warmth at night, use the Fleece Insulating Liner with Zip WGTE. A fleece sleeping bag liner can instantly add over a season's worth of warmth to your sleeping bag. The lush fleece creates comfort, luxury, and warmth for occasional colder nights, keeping you cosy on your...

snugpak.com

Pardon our interruption...

don't cut corners on your sleeping kit , you will regret it.

0 deg ? it gets colder than that in the Alps . i wouldn't use that in the UK !

there is nothing worse than waking up shivering with cold .

 

[Arsey]

@Arsey

Might be something here ……

Thread 'Exped Sale'

Apr 10, 2026

Exped seem to be doing a big sale on their direct website.

example; Exped Ultra 3R £76 down from £190.

And lots of their quilts & sleeping bags are circa 50% off too.

• DJ123
• Replies: 12
• Forum: Sleep Systems

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Had a look . Just mats on sale

 

[dean0n0]

You've just missed Alpkits sale https://alpkit.com/collections/sleeping-bags

 

[Kitsilano]

@Arsey You will be in USA next week.

This is now an opportune time in advance, to use a VPN and have a look at REI.com and to check the USA North Face web site, 'on sale' section for each site.

[Edit: try also: backcountry.com/rc/camp-gear-on-sale ]

You can PM me for using an address here in case you don't want to use hotel address - or I can pick-up in store if REI (again, 'on sale' section). US prices most often are far better, even with sales tax.

Not disputing anything @Guru Gora says re: Decathlon.

But as @wheelnut says, it's often either/or at the cheaper (synthetic fill) end.

Down bags pack down small....and you have more adventures ahead!

PLUS: 'Mummy' bags can be a difficult adjustment for many sleepers unaccustomed to camping, so perhaps consider a wider bag...

 

[Arsey]

@Arsey You will be in USA next week.

This is now an opportune time in advance, to use a VPN and have a look at REI.com and to check the USA North Face web site, 'on sale' section for each site.

[Edit: try also: backcountry.com/rc/camp-gear-on-sale ]

You can PM me for using an address here in case you don't want to use hotel address - or I can pick-up in store if REI (again, 'on sale' section). US prices most often are far better, even with sales tax.

Not disputing anything @Guru Gora says re: Decathlon.

But as @wheelnut says, it's often either/or at the cheaper (synthetic fill) end.

Down bags pack down small....and you have more adventures ahead!

PLUS: 'Mummy' bags can be a difficult adjustment for many sleepers unaccustomed to camping, so perhaps consider a wider bag...

Good idea . I’ll have a look

 

[rovert57]

Also take a hot water bottle kids ones are small and warm the bag up before you get I. .
If your cold when you get in it take ages to warm up .

 

[leadfarmer]

Quick hand shandy soon warms up yer gonk bag