Any suggestions? I am looking at fleece liners on Amazon. The ones that claim to be for extreme cold cost twice as much- more like $60 but there are cheaper ones that supposedly give you 12 extra degrees of warmth inside your bag. Any recommendations?
Sleeping bag liners under 30 dollars?
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I had to do a little research to find out what you were describing as the type of sleeping bag liner. It sounds like they are using a newer fiber that has a hollow core that incorporates air in it. In essence it works much like down or even the way a cat fluffs its fur up to add air between the fibers which helps hold the heat in against your body. You might check with REI, they have some discount prices for cyber Monday deals. I know that their online closeout section is offering 25% off this Monday, November 26th.
What I have done for my own needs was to buy a lightweight down comforter that was just over twice the width of my bed then I spurchased two fleece blankets to form a duvet cover to slip the down comforter inside of. You do need to match the size of the fleece blankets to the size of the down comforter. But it is OK if the down comforter is slightly larger as it will scrunch up inside of the fleece ones. On winter days when it is chilly I use it as a sleeping bag with one half under my body and the other half over the top of me. When it is super cold I put both layers over the top of me.
Using a larger sized lightweight down in a queen size rather than a single heavyweight down comforter in a twin size actually saved me dollars as well as giving me better heat control. The fleece blankets layers can be used on their own without the down for those early spring and fall months. The down comforter gets stuffed inside a pillow for the summer time. Down does cost more than other blankets but it is warmer and lighter in weight and it stows away more compactly when not needed. I waited until fall to buy them as that is when the stores stock them and also when they put them on for sale price discounts.
You don't have to create a full seam all the way around the fleece blankets to make this sandwich. You can sew some small loops along the edges of the down comforter and on the fleece blankets sew some tie strings that correspond with the location of the loops. Easy to secure together, easy to take apart when needed.
What I have done for my own needs was to buy a lightweight down comforter that was just over twice the width of my bed then I spurchased two fleece blankets to form a duvet cover to slip the down comforter inside of. You do need to match the size of the fleece blankets to the size of the down comforter. But it is OK if the down comforter is slightly larger as it will scrunch up inside of the fleece ones. On winter days when it is chilly I use it as a sleeping bag with one half under my body and the other half over the top of me. When it is super cold I put both layers over the top of me.
Using a larger sized lightweight down in a queen size rather than a single heavyweight down comforter in a twin size actually saved me dollars as well as giving me better heat control. The fleece blankets layers can be used on their own without the down for those early spring and fall months. The down comforter gets stuffed inside a pillow for the summer time. Down does cost more than other blankets but it is warmer and lighter in weight and it stows away more compactly when not needed. I waited until fall to buy them as that is when the stores stock them and also when they put them on for sale price discounts.
You don't have to create a full seam all the way around the fleece blankets to make this sandwich. You can sew some small loops along the edges of the down comforter and on the fleece blankets sew some tie strings that correspond with the location of the loops. Easy to secure together, easy to take apart when needed.
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I sleep in fleece lounge pants and a long sleeve 32 degree shirt.
I sleep on a mattress with a fleece blanket when it is cool like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VW2VAY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
If it is colder I can layer on this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Q7OEZFY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
Both can be had for about $30. You could put these over your sleeping bag.
I sleep on a mattress with a fleece blanket when it is cool like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VW2VAY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
If it is colder I can layer on this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Q7OEZFY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
Both can be had for about $30. You could put these over your sleeping bag.
Moxadox
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I use a cotton duvet cover, twin size, that makes a dandy bag liner. Instead of putting the duvet in, I put myself in! If that's not warm enough, I have a down throw to add on top of the bag. With this combo I'm toasty in the 20s. The cotton duvet cover gets aired out daily, essential because cotton traps moisture and will soon stink if not aired. It also allows the skin to breathe properly inside the bag. All of the above, except the bag, available for less than $30. Also, on warm nights the duvet cover without the bag is plenty. 3-in-1 system!
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Fleece onsies, some with feet. $34.99 or less.
https://www.foreverlazy.com/adult-footed-onesie-pajamas.html
https://www.foreverlazy.com/adult-footed-onesie-pajamas.html
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I've always viewed my bag liners as just a way to keep dirt and sweat out of the sleeping bag, rather than a way to add warmth. If I need it warmer, I'll layer on another sleeping bag.
So I usually use those really thin "summer bags" from Walmart as a liner.
So I usually use those really thin "summer bags" from Walmart as a liner.
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Dude. Us older folks have enough difficulty climbing in and out of the bag to pee numerous times per night, without also having to wrangle a onesie!MrNoodly said:
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I’d search using different words. Maybe something to do with dorm or camping bedliners, Sleep-bag. Sometimes that will show different brands and solutions. Read the reviews too. People will often suggest a different brand or a way to do better and cheaper.
I have a fleece bag liner but rarely use it as such. It gets used on top of the mattress and under the other bedding or sleeping bag. Keeps cold from coming through mattress especially if you need to use an air mattress for a time.
My issue with the liner is the same I have with a sleeping bag. Find them confining so will use the sleeping bag like a blanket, over or under depending on temps and other bedding we have. If temps really drop will zip up and use as a bag.
It is good to use some sort of protection of the sleeping pad as many are not recommended for washing. This can be a cover if used like a blanket, a folded flannel or fleece sheet you use like a liner and slip in between.
Socks fleece or wool help in cold, fleece pants or even wool boxers. Costco sells a brand of silky like thin tops and pants. Brand is something like 32 Degrees. About now they are on sale $2 off and are like $7-9 for top.
I suggest to friends those nylon head band, pull over scarves. They call them magic scarves, face mask, helmet liner. If you buy 9 they can be found for $10. They are great around your neck sleeping or daytime to keep the chill off. Pull up or down over your ears, head, mouth. They come in strange patterns or you can find sets of solid colors. They are very light weight but hold up well in my experience. Buying as a single seems to cost as much as buying 9 no name in a bundle. I have both and can’t tell much or any difference.
We loose much of our heat through our heads so, as mentioned a hooded sweatshirt pulled tight around your head works well. A stocking cap or the above magic scarf can work too.
I have a fleece bag liner but rarely use it as such. It gets used on top of the mattress and under the other bedding or sleeping bag. Keeps cold from coming through mattress especially if you need to use an air mattress for a time.
My issue with the liner is the same I have with a sleeping bag. Find them confining so will use the sleeping bag like a blanket, over or under depending on temps and other bedding we have. If temps really drop will zip up and use as a bag.
It is good to use some sort of protection of the sleeping pad as many are not recommended for washing. This can be a cover if used like a blanket, a folded flannel or fleece sheet you use like a liner and slip in between.
Socks fleece or wool help in cold, fleece pants or even wool boxers. Costco sells a brand of silky like thin tops and pants. Brand is something like 32 Degrees. About now they are on sale $2 off and are like $7-9 for top.
I suggest to friends those nylon head band, pull over scarves. They call them magic scarves, face mask, helmet liner. If you buy 9 they can be found for $10. They are great around your neck sleeping or daytime to keep the chill off. Pull up or down over your ears, head, mouth. They come in strange patterns or you can find sets of solid colors. They are very light weight but hold up well in my experience. Buying as a single seems to cost as much as buying 9 no name in a bundle. I have both and can’t tell much or any difference.
We loose much of our heat through our heads so, as mentioned a hooded sweatshirt pulled tight around your head works well. A stocking cap or the above magic scarf can work too.
cynanne said:
Just a mild remark here. The best solution to any problem doesn’t necessarily involve buying something new. Do you have extra sheets and blankets? Then you just need a little imagination and possibly a needle and some thread. Or fabric glue.
I make a game out of not buying stuff, especially new stuff. Then when buying something new really is the best solution, I have the cash.
I usually go with the simplest solutions that work. For decades, I've been using regular sheets inside my sleeping bags to help keep them clean and provide a bit extra warmth. Easy to get in and out of since there is no enclosed bag. In winter, I go with fleece sheets.
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I made my own liner for my sleeping hammock quilt system.
Buy a piece of fleece at least as long as you are tall. Fold lengthwise with the edges in the middle. Stitch from one end up to about your knee height. Stitch across the end. Turn it right side out. Stitching can be done either on a machine or by hand. Pretty is not mandatory...
If you want to get fancy and have sewing skills you can stitch all the way around the open edge but it's not really necessary.
A fleece liner will add about 10 degrees F to your comfort level.
I sleep with a duvet folded in two on my bed. Add the fleece liner when it gets down to about 32F outside, Add fleece thermals as needed if I ever get caught in weather below that.
Buy a piece of fleece at least as long as you are tall. Fold lengthwise with the edges in the middle. Stitch from one end up to about your knee height. Stitch across the end. Turn it right side out. Stitching can be done either on a machine or by hand. Pretty is not mandatory...
If you want to get fancy and have sewing skills you can stitch all the way around the open edge but it's not really necessary.
A fleece liner will add about 10 degrees F to your comfort level.
I sleep with a duvet folded in two on my bed. Add the fleece liner when it gets down to about 32F outside, Add fleece thermals as needed if I ever get caught in weather below that.
