Mountain Hardwear Spectre SL 20°

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The Spectre SL 20° is a down 3-season (0° to 32°f) bag made by Mountain Hardwear. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 3 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Mountain Hardwear Spectre SL 20 Sleeping Bag (Spring 2008) Sizes: Reg.; LongMin Temp: 20 F (-7 C)Shell: Nylon Ripstop SLInsulation: 800-fill DownLaminate: Conduit SLLining: 30D Nylon TaffetaLoft: 5in.; 13 cm.Stuffed Size: 8in. x 14in.; 20 x 36 cm. Weight: Regular: 2 lbs. 12 oz.; 1.25 kg. Long: 3 lbs.; 1.36 kg. Features: Comfort mummy cut efficiently maximizes weight without constriction Welded, watertight, baffle construction Face gasket and tailored hood seal in heat Insulated draft tube and ergonomic collar trap warmth Laminated double storm flaps cover zipper Comfort Footbox follows natural foot position Single-handed drawcords simplify adjustments Nylon mesh storage sack and stuff sack included"

From Backcountry.com:
"The Mountain Hardwear Spectre Sleeping Bag is a versatile choice for your high altitude excursions. Light as a feather because it's full of 800-fill down, the Spectre's 20 degree rating makes it a good choice for high-altitude summer trips, because it's darn cold up there at night. Comfort features like an ergonomic draft collar, down filled face gasket and comfort foot box make the Spectre work with you, rather than you squashing into it. The Spectre, for its part, squashes quite efficiently into a tiny package when you're not sleeping in it."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"A three-season alpine climbing bag, Spectre is a great all around backpacking bag with a regular mummy cut. Spectre features Mountain Hardwears exclusive moisture shedding, Conduit SL shell with welded-baffle construction to hold incidental moisture at bay, and 800-fill down for warmth."

From REI:
"REI Members: Save 20% on One Full-Priced Item. Ends 3/30/08 Code: MEMDEAL Forced bivys, damp snow caves, spindrift, hoarfrost and even spilled drinks won't faze this down-filled extreme weather bag. Enjoy all the comforts and benefits of down, plus feel free to use this bag in wet conditions. This 800-fill-power goose down backpacking bag features welded, watertight, box-baffle construction for superior warmth and protection. Conduit ripstop nylon shell is water-resistant, windproof and incredibly breathable. Welded seams eliminate needle holes thus helping keep the goose down insulation dry. Box baffle construction creates maximum loft with minimum weight; 5 in. baffle width keeps down from shifting and prevents cold spots. Alpine Mummy Cut increases thermal efficiency by reducing girth from hips to lower legs and adding room at elbows and hips. Down-filled face gasket makes hood closure more comfortable and effective; ergonomic collar seals out drafts. Multi-baffle Comfort Foot Box is shaped to allow feet to rest naturally; shape preserves loft and allows down to drape closer to feet for more warmth. Insulated double draft tube extends to bottom of bag and is not sewn through, eliminating cold spots and preventing heat from escaping. Snag guards prevent fabric from catching in zipper; two-way locking zipper sliders stay in place. External zipper flap protects the zipper and ensures the elements stay out and the warmth stays in. Tie-in loops stabilize Mountain Hardwear Down Upgrade Liner, sold separately. Stuff sack and mesh storage sack included."

User Reviews

Men's Spectre SL 20°
Reviewed by toad, May 25, 2007

"This bag is awesome! Worth every penny, I have used it outside in heavy dew and frost and stayed warm and dry. Backpacker magazine said it best, "this is not just a bag - it's a shelter". With 800 fill it is nice and cozy. The bag now comes with a compression bag, but it only has three straps so it compresses in to the shape of a banana."

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Spectre SL 20°
Reviewed by backpacking_badger, Aug 23, 2005

"This bag is damn good. The loft is awesome (800 fill goose down) considering it is composed of Conduit SL waterproof material. There are about 3 stitches in total that are taped of course, the rest is all "welded" technology at work. Makes it lighter and less susceptible to water penetration."

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Spectre SL 20°
Reviewed by Daryn, Mar 02, 2005

"This bag ROCKS!! BUY THIS BAG!! It stuffs damn small and it's light. And POOF, it lofts quite well. I own a North Face Tundra minus 20 polarguard delta insulation bag and the Mountain Hardwear Spectre SL bag. The MH bag is warmer as a 20 degree bag."

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