The North Face Dark Star
Average Rating: 
Reviewed by 6 Trailspace users
Description
The Dark Star is a synthetic cold weather (below 0°f) bag made by The North Face. It has an average rating of 2.5 stars (out of 5), based on 6 user reviews.
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. The North Face Dark Star Sleeping Bag (Spring 2008) The Dark Star Sleeping Bag by the North Face is a warm synthetic bag for expeditions in harsh, sub-zero conditions. Specifications: [Temp Rating] -40 F/-40 C [Avg Total Weight] 5 lbs 12 oz (2620 g) [Fill Weight] 4 lbs 6 oz (1990 g) [Stuffsack Size] 12in. x 25in. (30 cm x 63 cm) [External Length] reg: 84in. (213 cm) lng: 90in. (228 cm) [Max User Height] reg: 6'0in. (183 cm) lng: 6'6in. (198 cm) [Shoulder Circ] reg: 62in. (157 cm) lng: 64in. (163 cm) [Hip Circ] reg: 58in. (147 cm) lng: 60in. (152 cm) [Foot Circ] reg: 40in. (102 cm) lng: 40in. (102 cm) [Shell Fabric] Firestorm 57% polyester, 43% nylon; BottomLine taffeta 100% nylon Features: Climashield Neo synthetic insulation Overlapping shingle construction Firestorm top shell fabric Soft and breathable silken lining Adjustable synthetic-filled draft collar with micro-fleece cord tunnel Full-length draft tube Welded No-Snag stiffener in zipper column Head level zipper garage with welded reinforced Velcro flap Chest level watch pocket with infusion One-hand pull cord for easy hood adjustments with flat cordlock and Neoprene cover Glow-in-the-dark zipper pull One nylon/mesh storage bag and one compression stuffsack included"
From Backcountry.com:
"When weight's not an issue, and wet, freezing weather is, The North Face Dark Star -40 Degree Sleeping Bag keeps you warm and dry. Overlapping shingle construction prevents cold spots from developing, even after years of bagging high-mountain peaks. A draft collar and full-length draft tube seal precious warmth in, while color-coded pull cords make for easy hood and chest adjustments. Store your altimeter watch in the large chest-level pocket for easy time-checks. The North Face included a mesh storage bag and stuffsack, so you're ready to pack and go."
From Altrec Outdoors:
"The Dark Star is our warmest synthetic bag for expeditions in harsh, sub-zero conditions."
From Backcountry Outlet:
"The North Face Dark Star Sleeping Bag is the best selling North Face sleeping bag in the state of Alaska, and that says a lot. Rated to 40 F, the Dark Star is constructed with the world's preeminent synthetic insulation, Polarguard Delta, to keep you warm in the most frigid and wet conditions on earth. When weight's not an issue, and wet, freezing weather is, the Dark Star is your bag of choice. Overlapping shingle construction prevent cold spots from developing even after years of peak bagging. A soft, breathable silken lining feels nice to the touch and aids in heat transfer should the Dark Star become a little too warm. A new, larger alarm pocket offers plenty of room for today's over-sized altimeter watches. A draft collar and full-length draft tube seal precious warmth in, while color-coded pull cords make for easy hood and chest adjustments. Nylon/mesh storage bag and stuffsack included. *Not Available for Shipment to Canada."
User Reviews
Dark Star
Reviewed by Rosh, Oct 04, 2006
I do live in Alaska and have taken this thing all over the state. It has lived up to its price but not its temp rating."
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Reviewed by Cory J Neill, Apr 30, 2004
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Reviewed by Jay Meyer, Sep 04, 2003
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Reviewed by Bob Kizer, Nov 25, 2001
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Reviewed by Paul A. King, Nov 08, 2001
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Reviewed by Peter Wulfraat, May 19, 1997
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the Dark Star at 3 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 Moosejaw | Dark Star Sleeping Bag (Spring 2008) | $299.00 | Buy Now |
 Backcountry.com 2 purchase options: | Dark Star Sleeping Bag: -40 Degree Polarguard | $247.16 | Buy Now |
| Dark Star Sleeping Bag: -40 Degree Synthetic | $298.95 | Buy Now |
 Altrec Outdoors | Dark Star -40 Degree Sleeping Bag | $298.95 | Buy Now |
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