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Explainers from our Sleep Systems guides. Sleeping bags, pads, liners and hammocks, plus the science of staying warm from the ground up.
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Sleeping Pad R-Value Explained: How to Stay Warm From the Ground Up
Your sleeping pad matters as much as your sleeping bag. Learn what R-value means, which ratings suit each season, how air, foam and self-inflating pads compare and how...
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Do You Need a Sleeping Bag Liner?
It looks like a simple fabric sack, and it often gets treated as an afterthought when packing for a trip.
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