Western Mountaineering MegaLite

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The MegaLite is a down 3-season (0° to 32°f) bag made by Western Mountaineering. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

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From Backcountry.com:
"Western Mountaineering gave the Megalite Sleeping Bag a roomy cut for those who want an ultralight bag without the coffin-like feeling. This down bag features insanely lightweight 850-fill goose down and will lull you to sleep on your warm summer backpacking trips and multi-day bike excursions. The bag's continuous baffles let you sweep the down to the top or bottom of the bag to suit the night's temps, and the full-length draft tube keeps the chills from sneaking in. And since all Western Mountaineering bags are made right here in the U.S. of A, you know you're getting a quality product that will last for decades."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Western Mountaineering MegaLite is cut to suit large folks so they too can enjoy the benefits of the ExtremeLite™ bags. No claustrophobia here with 64" of shoulder girth tapering to 39" at the foot. 12 ounces of goose down provides a temperature rating of 30°, and continuous baffles allow you to adjust the fill to suit your needs. At only 1 lb. 8 oz. this is your best friend during a summer bike trip. Western Mountaineering MegaLite Features: Full-length #5 YKK Zipper Top Collar 4" Loft, 30° F 5 1/4" Spacing/Continuous Baffles 12 oz. Down Fill 64"/39" Shoulder/Foot Girth 1 lb. 8 oz. Total Weight Size Shape Rating Loft Fill Inside Girth (shoulder/ hip/foot) Fill Weight Total Weight 6'0" Semi Rectangular 25 o 5" 850+ Goose Down 62"/59"/46" 16 oz. 1 lb. 15 oz. 6'6" Semi Rectangular 25 o 5" 850+ Goose Down 62"/59"/46" 18 oz. 2 lb. 1 oz."

From Massey's:
"MegaLite is cut to suit large folks so they too can enjoy the benefits of the ExtremeLite bags. No claustrophobia here with 64" of shoulder girth tapering to 39" at the foot 12 ounces of goose down provides a temperature rating of 30Adeg, and continuous baffles allow you to adjust the fill to suit your needs. At only 1 lb. 8 oz. this is your best friend during a summer bike trip, Full-length #5 YKK Zipper, Top Collar, 4" Loft, 30Adeg F, 5 1/4" Spacing/Continuous Baffles, 12 oz. Down Fill, 64"/39" Shoulder/Foot Girth, 1 lb, 8 oz. Total Weight."

From EMS:
"With more room in the shoulders, the Western Mountaineering Megalite Sleeping bag is the lightest large size sleeping bag with continuous baffle construction. Continuous baffle construction keeps down evenly distributed throughout the bag. Lightweight ripstop nylon shell keeps the weight at a minimum. 850 plus fill power is the highest quality goose down available for the best insulation available. DWR shell fabric treatment protects the down from spills and condensation. No need to skimp, this bag has a full length zipper, and an insulated draft tube. Two way zipper allows more option for temperature regulation. Stiffening tape along the zippers ensure snag-free use. Water resistant stuff sack with handle loop for use on the trail."

User Reviews

MegaLite
Reviewed by alpine1, Sep 19, 2009

"Have used this bag for several years and it's still going strong. It's the standard I use for a light, quality-made, and a not overly constricting cut in a three-season bag.

Highly recommended."

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MegaLite
Reviewed by Andrew Gray, Dec 11, 2005

"Overall a good sleepinging bag. Very light, comfortable, and compactable. But, if you are looking at buying this bag check out the North Face Beeline 900. It has 900 fill down, which has better quality and is lighter (1lb 3oz). The downside is it is $40 more expensive."

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MegaLite
Reviewed by Chris, Feb 16, 2004

"I used this bag in late September at Mt Columbia in Colorado. Temps diped below 15 degrees and all was well with my fleece on. Using the bag at lower elevation at 30 degrees I was warm. I use my mid weight LJs to help keep my oils out of the bag. This was well worth the money. Construction is great. My zipper has NEVER snagged."

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MegaLite
Reviewed by Phil B., Aug 23, 2001

"Nearly $300 for a mild temperature bag? R U nuts? Not when were talking about this baby. For late spring to early fall backpacking (or even a broader time span in the Southern states) I look to go low volume and light. This beautifully stitched, wide shouldered (64"), full zippered bag is about as light as it gets and packs small enough (6" X 12"."

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