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 3 user reviews.

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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 Compare Sleeping Bag Specs. Best viewed in 1280x1024 Click to enlarge 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 Backcountry.com:
"The Western Mountaineering MegaLite Sleeping Bag will keep you warm and comfortable down to 30 F and weighs a mere 1 lb (Reg) yes, that's mega light! Western Mountaineering uses only the best European goose down, and with 850+ fill, the MegaLite bag is an excellent choice for chilly camping. With a 64 shoulder girth, the MegaLite is cut to suit bigger bodies and is also great for those who simply prefer roomier bags. 20 x 20 denier Ripstop nylon provides even construction for a more downproof fabric means down is less likely to leak out of your bag like a goose shedding its feathers. A silky smooth taffeta lining is soft on the skin and breathable for climate control inside your bag so you stay warm without cooking your goose. The MegaLite features a top collar to cut out pesky drafts and seal in precious heat. You'll appreciate Western Mountaineering's meticulous craftsmanship when you're still sleeping toasty warm decades after you purchased this bag."

From Moosejaw:
"To provide our customers with the best sleeping bags possible Western Mountaineering sleeping bags are hand made to order in San Jose, California. Order one today and it will ship as soon as possible. It is worth the wait!The MegaLite is cut to suit large folks so they too can enjoy the benefits of the ExtremeLite bags. No claustrophobia here with 64in. of shoulder girth tapering to 39in. at the foot. 12 ounces of goose down provides a temperature rating of 30 Degrees , 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 4in. Loft, 30 Degrees F 5 1/4in. Spacing/Continuous Baffles 12 oz. Down Fill 64in./39in. Shoulder/Foot Girth 1 lb. 8 oz. Total Weight Specs: Shape: Mummy (w/ top collar) Size: 6'6” Rating: 30 F Loft: 4” Inside Girth shoulder / hip / foot: 65”/56”/39” Fill Wt.: 13 oz Total Wt.: 1 lb 9 oz Stuff Size: 7 x 13"

User Reviews

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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