How To Choose

Rectangular vs. Mummy Sleeping Bag

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There are several factors to consider when deciding between a rectangular vs. mummy sleeping bag

-Temperature Rating -Comfortability -Weight -Packability -Versatility

Mummy

Mummy sleeping bags are typically designed for colder temps

Temp Rating

Rectangular

Rectangular sleeping bags are great for moderate temperatures

Comfortability

Mummy

Mummy is a tighter fit, so it could be hard to find comfort if you're a side sleeper

Rectangle

Gives you more wiggle room to move around while you're sleeping

Mummy vs. Rectangle

The type of insulation will play a huge role in the weight of the sleeping bag, but mummy sleeping bags are generally designed to be more lightweight than rectangular

Weight

Packability

Mummy vs. Rectangle

Mummy sleeping bags are designed more often for backpacking, which means they'll usually pack down tighter than rectangular

Mummy vs. Rectangle

Mummy sleeping bags are one shape and usually don't fully unzip. Rectangular sleeping bags can be unzipped, zipped together as a double sleeping bag, used as a blanket, used as a mattress cover, etc.

Versatility

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