A few years ago, I started looking around for a new sleeping
bag to replace my old sleeping bag. I discovered the Macpac
Latitude 700 XP Women’s model. With a comfort rating of -4 degrees Celsius,
it makes a fantastic3 seasons bag for Canberra and the surrounding regions but I
have also slept comfortably in it on the Larapinta trail in the middle of July
where it got down to 2 degrees Celsius some nights.
Technical
Specifications:
Weight: 1.3kg
Fabric: Pertex ® Endurance (An ultra-light, super
breathable, waterproof and wind proof fabric)
Down weight: 700 g
One of the best aspects of this sleeping bag is the fabric
the outer is made from. Pertex ® Endurance is a fantastic fabric for sleeping
bags. Lightweight, waterproof and wind proof yet still breathable ensure that
you get maximum protection from the elements without making the bag extremely
heavy. Having a waterproof bag doesn’t exactly mean that you can put it out in
the rain and it will be fine, it simply prevents the condensation that will
drip onto your bag from making the down wet causing it to clump and lose all of
its insulating qualities.
As with any sleeping bag, the Macpac
Latitude 700 XP Women’s model performs best with the use of a inner sheet,
be it silk, cotton or fleece. The inner sheet creates a barrier between your
body and the sleeping bag, preventing any grime imbedding its self into the
down.
I am yet to find a flaw in this sleeping bag. It is warm, relatively
light weight and it is really comfortable. It is however, like most Macpac gear,
rather pricey with the recommended retail price $849.99 AUD, but if you buy it during
one of Macpac’s frequent sales you can get a significant reduction on the
price.
Overall, the Macpac
Latitude 700 XP Women’s model is a fantastic sleeping bag for anyone who
loves spending time outdoors. I have never been cold in this bag and I hope you
are never too.
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