Exped Comfort -5° £280

+ Roomy design for taller and larger campers, not restrictive, good features - Only 700 fill power, disappointing comfort rating

Let’s start with the negatives. The 700 fill power down is the lowest grade on review, and the 2°C comfort rating is underwhelming and may prove a deal-breaker for some. Furthermore, the roomy cut won’t suit everyone’s sleeping habits, and the weight and price are pretty middle-of-the-road.

But, if you’re a side sleeper, night-time shuffler or simply a larger-sized camper, this roomy sleeping bag might be your ticket to a better night’s sleep. There’s ample space for freedom of movement, particularly in the long and extra-long sizes, without allowing for cold spots or reducing thermal efficiency.

The all-round features and build quality are impressive. You get a large adjustable hood, thick draft collar, press stud closure around the neck (for sealing in warmth), cosy footbox, PFC-free 20-denier nylon shell, storage sack and stuffsack. Worthy of mention too is the full-length, two-way zipper which extends around the footbox, enabling excellent ventilation when required. When fully unzipped, it transforms the bag into an open, duvet-style cover.

A generous fill weight of 590g ensures the bag feels warm and cosy, despite the lower fill power rating, and in-use it feels a tad warmer than the 2°C comfort rating implies.

■ Fill 590g of 700 fill power duck down ■ Temp rating 2°C comfort, -4°C comfort limit ■ Weight 1140g ■ Pack size 26x17cm

■ Sizes Medium, long, extra-long

Verdict

A roomy, nonrestrictive down bag with good freedom of movement – but its temperature ratings aren’t the best.