Sleeping Bags

The sleeping bag you choose for your outdoor camping trips will depend upon the season, the usual weather conditions and overnight temperature to be expected in the area where you usually camp. Another important consideration is whether you will be sleeping on a camp stretcher, inflatable mat or air bed to properly insulate yourself from the cold ground.

OZtrail Sleeping Bags

Holiday Series – A simple style sleeping bag available in a number of styles with different temperature ratings. Features "ExoTherm" fill, polyester outer shell, polycotton liner and spiral zip.
Select from Kennedy (+10°C), Sturt (+5°C), Blaxland (-5°C), Wentworth (-10°C) and Tasman Twin Pack (-5°C) that zip together. Various colours. Hooded bags available.
Adventure Series – Constructed especially to keep you well insulated from the elements. Features "ExoTherm Extreme" fill, polyester outer shell, performance temperature ratings, polycotton liner, chest collar, Eziglide zip guard with draught tubes over zips.
Select from Lawson (-5°C), Mountain View (-7°C) and Alpine View (+12°C). Various colours. Hooded bags available.
Outer Limits Compact Series – Carry a Compact Series sleeping bag anywhere and you will hardly notice the load. A perfect choice for hikers and bushwalkers. Features chest collars and hood for added warmth, tapered shape, "ExoTherm Ultra" fill, soft touch polyester outer, water resistant base, soft silk Silitec inner lining, Eziglide zip guard with draught tubes over zips, cap top compression carry bag.
Select from five models with minimum temperature ratings from +10°C down to -5°C. Various colours.
MicroSmart Series – A leap forward in synthetic sleeping bag technology. Features chest collars and hood for added warmth, tapered shape, "MicroSmart" fill, soft touch polyester outer, water resistant base, soft silk Silitec inner lining, Eziglide zip guard with draught tubes over zips, cap top compression carry bag.
Select from five models with minimum temperature ratings from +5°C down to -10°C. Various colours.
TrekSmart Series – A sleeping bag of minimal weight for areas where you will encounter extremely cold temperatures. Features chest collars for added warmth, mummy shape, "InsulShield" insulation, soft touch shell canopy, water resistant base, soft silk Silitec inner lining, Eziglide zip guard with twin draught tubes over zip lines, cap top compression carry bag.
Select from four models with minimum temperature ratings from 0°C down to -15°C. Various colours.

Roman Sleeping Bags

The Roman "Summer" sleeping bag range consists of :

Europa – An affordable and lightweight "French Pyreness Down" sleeping bag for hikers and backpackers. Select from three types with temperature ratings from +5°C down to -5°C.
Palm – Maybe the smallest and lightest sleeping bag in the world, the Palm packs down to fit in the palm of your hand. Can be joined to form a double sleeping bag. Four types to suit mild weather conditions.
Eco – A green sleeping bag with insulation fibre filling, webbing and zipper pullers made from recycled PET plastic bottles. Can be joined to form a double sleeping bag. Three types with temperature ratings from +5°C down to -5°C.
Junior Sleepout – Great for the kids. Insufil filling, soft-touch nylon outer and polycotton inner. Rated for +10°C.
Starlight – Affordable machine washable sleeping bag with full zip. Can be joined to form a double sleeping bag. Three types with temperature ratings from +10°C down to -5°C.

The Roman "Winter" range includes :

Flight Advance – The ultimate lightweight hooded sleeping bag constructed so you can change the temperature rating to suit the environment. French Pyrenees Down for extreme comfort and warmth, the box wall construction allows the down to be moved around inside to regulate the temperature. Four types containing between 400 grams and 750 grams of down filling.
Trek Advance – The "Rolls Royce" of synthetic sleeping bags. Wide shoulders, neck collar, tapered bottom, built in pillow pocket and foot pocket for extra warmth. Four types with temperature ratings from 0°C down to -15°C.
Extremelite – Affordable, lightweight and compact sleeping bag ideal for hunting and fishing weekends. Three types with temperature ratings from +5°C down to -5°C.
Big Boy and Big Man – These Insufil sleeping bags are for those who need a fair bit of room. Can be opened and used as a quilt or zipped together to form a double sleeping bag. Four types rated for +5°C down to -2°C, two come with a hood.
Berg – Large and roomy flannelette lined sleeping bags for warmth. Can be opened and used as a quilt or zipped together to form a double sleeping bag. Two types for temperatures of 0°C down to -5°C, one comes with a hood.
Traveller – Affordable polycotton and nylon with neck collar and pillow built in. Can be opened and used as a quilt or zipped together to form a double sleeping bag. Two types for temperatures of +5°C down to 0°C, one comes with a hood.
Traveller Advance – Features a detachable inner lining for easy washing. Can be opened and used as a quilt or zipped together to form a double sleeping bag. Two types for temperatures of +5°C down to 0°C, one comes with a hood.

The "Cold Condition" sleeping bags available are :

Everest – Roman's premium French Pyrenees Goose Down sleeping bag designed for outdoor campers who demand both quality workmanship and performance. Made with the new Hyper H2O fabric, Everest offers high water and wind sheer proofing while maintaining good breathability. The box wall construction allows the down to be moved around inside to regulate temperature. Tapered bottom with hood. Three types rated from -2°C down to -12°C.
Bushman and Big Brother – Roomy, warm and hard wearing Insufil, polycotton and nylon sleeping bags that will last. Can be opened and used as a quilt or zipped together to form a double sleeping bag. Three types for temperatures of -4°C down to -10°C, two come with a hood.
The Beast – A warm, large and generous size and warm with detachable inner lining for easy washing, The Beast has it all covered. Zip two together and form a double sleeping bag. Insufil, flannelette and nylon. Rated for -10°C.
Gemini Twin – Versatile with a removable inside layer, the Gemini Twin is actually two sleeping bags in one. Can be used as one warm winter sleeping bag, or remove the inner and then use as two summer sleeping bags. Can also be zipped together to form a double sleeping bag for couples. Insufil, polycotton and nylon taffeta. Rated for conditions ranging from -5°C in winter to -12°C in summer.

Mont Sleeping Bags – the best downunder

Mont Adventure Equipment is an Australian company based in Canberra who manufacture a unique range of camping gear inspired by their own bushwalking, hiking, skiing, climbing and travel experiences. Their down and synthetic sleeping bags are amongst the very best available.

Mont Sleeping Bags The Specialist Box Foot Series are hand filled with the finest goose down and provide warmth beyond compare. Ideal for the most severe alpine conditions, there are models to suit all seasons and altitudes.

Highland – Bushwalking and Alpine temperature range -4°C down to -10°C.
Spindrift – Alpine temperature range -9°C down to -15°C.
Zeal Women's – Alpine temperature range -9°C down to -15°C.
Telemark – Alpine temperature range -13°C down to -19°C.
Nemo Women's – Extreme Alpine temperature range -20°C down to -25°C.
Main Range – Extreme Alpine temperature range -20°C down to -25°C.

The Tapered Rectangular Series have foot and side zips to regulate ventilation. The distribution of goose down can also be adjusted between canopy and base. The semi rectangular shape makes them ideal for those who prefer more room to move. This benchmark technology in sleeping bag design makes them ideal for bushwalkers and skiers.

Nadgee – Bushwalking temperature range +2°C down to -8°C.
Aurora Women's – Bushwalking temperature range -3°C down to -12°C.
Brindabella – Bushwalking temperature range -3°C down to -12°C.
Franklin – Alpine temperature range -7°C down to -16°C.

The Zodiac Series of duck down filled sleeping bags are ideal for travellers and bushwalkers. Regulate temperature by adjusting the ditribution of down between canopy and base and using the side zippers. The semi rectangular shape provides room to move.

Zodiac 350 – Travel use, temperature range +8°C down to +3°C.
Zodiac 500 Women's – Travel use, temperature range +5°C down to 0°C.
Zodiac 500 – Travel use, temperature range +5°C down to 0°C.
Zodiac 700 – Bushwalking temperature range +2°C down to -4°C.

Extend the temperature range of your sleeping bag by inserting one of these liners, or just use the liner as a summer sleeping bag.

Nitro Extender – Temperature range +17°C down to +10°C.
Hotwire Extender – Temperature range +13°C down to +4°C.

Mont Synthetic Sleeping Bags

The Evolution Series are warmer and more compact than any other synthetic sleeping bag available. The foot and full length side zips can be undone to form a quilt if required.

Evo Ultralight – The lightest and most compact Evo synthetic sleeping bag for travellers.
Evo Light – Travel use, temperature range +4°C down to -1°C.
Evo Super – Bushwalking temperature range +1°C down to -4°C.
Evo Extreme – Bushwalking or Alpine temperature range -2°C down to -8°C.
Evo Alpine Super – Boxfoot style for Bushwalking or Alpine temperature range 0°C down to -6°C.
Evo Alpine Extreme – Boxfoot style for Alpine temperature range -6°C down to -12°C.

Xtreme Earth Synthetic Sleeping Bags

For the best quality and value for money in synthetic sleeping bags, look to the Xtreme Earth range. There are types to suit all seasons.

XE250 is a lightweight 1.3 kg summer sleeping bag that packs down to just 16 cm x 16 cm. For the temperature range +5°C down to -5°C.
XE300 is an all-season sleeping bag for hiking, backpacking and camping. Temperature rating 0°C down to -8°C.
XE350 is for cold conditions in the range -5°C down to -12°C. A liner can be added for use in extremely cold areas.