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I think the expensive bags are just marketing and overengineering, unless you are going to the arctic. I was on a budget so I figured I would go with a less expensive bag. I got in the bag, tried to zip it and the zipper tore immediately. Stay cozy even on the coldest nights of… Continue reading Critique of Ozark Trails 40 degree bag Wally World Archive

I’ll be totally honest, I was not expecting this cooler to be as nice as it was. It’s easy to get caught up in brand perception and often times very difficult to break away from what you think you know about a brand. I used the word “think” intentionally, because what I thought I knew… Continue reading Critique of Ozark Trails 40 degree bag Wally World Archive

Overall the Pelican coolers have sharper edges and a bit more of an industrial feel than the competition. One of the first things to note about it’s design is that it has a larger drainage hole and a tethered drain cap, which is a nice feature. I have lost a couple of drain caps in… Continue reading Critique of Ozark Trails 40 degree bag Wally World Archive

Nevertheless, this is our favorite women’s sleeping bag and an excellent choice for any serious backpacker. We have stayed nicely warm while sleeping in the cold in this bag. We layer a blanket between the sleeping pads and the sleeping bags for some extra insulation. When it is very cold I also use a comforter… Continue reading Critique of Ozark Trails 40 degree bag Wally World Archive

The zipper broke on my warm weather bag on the second night out. Too bad too because overall I’ve had good luck with Ozark Trail stuff. Too bad the buyer at Walmart has gone to sleep on quality control on this product. Tent stakes seem to go missing in the field like socks disappear in… Continue reading Critique of Ozark Trails 40 degree bag Wally World Archive

I could have gotten better quality from a teenager’s home ec project and lighter weight. The big things – pack, tent, sleeping bag and such – yes, they’re huge, but a few key small items also border on essential. The foot-box of the Ozark Trail Cocoon 200 is all quality…roomy and delightfully filled…you will not… Continue reading Critique of Ozark Trails 40 degree bag Wally World Archive

The zipper broke on my warm weather bag on the second night out. Too bad too because overall I’ve had good luck with Ozark Trail stuff. Too bad the buyer at Walmart has gone to sleep on quality control on this product. Tent stakes seem to go missing in the field like socks disappear in… Continue reading Critique of Ozark Trails 40 degree bag Wally World Archive

A shoulder strap pocket to hold your smart phone is a must. Gossamer Gear makes a good one that attaches to your pack with Velcro straps and features a front mesh pocket for an energy bar, lip balm and the like (large is 1.9 ounces, $22). To the pocket, I’ve connected the Koala 2.0 Super-Grip… Continue reading Critique of Ozark Trails 40 degree bag Wally World Archive