3 Season bag for 5'3" woman

TinTin

Thru Hiker
Can anyone recommend a good value 3 season down sleeping bag for a slender 5'3" woman. I have a Thermarest Questar HD for myself that I really like but was looking for a cheaper option as Mrs Ho will only be an occasional camper.

I quite like the look of the Aegismax D2 which is about half the price of mine but similar temperature and weight spec. Only thing is its not a woman size and not hydrophobic down. But for £103 it looks like a bargain.

I'd be interested in opinions on Aegismax d2 or other options for women.
 

FOX160

Thru Hiker
My wife’s 5ft5 and she really likes her RAB women’s ignition 3
Edit realised I’ve given info for synthetic
 
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TinTin

Thru Hiker
My wife’s 5ft5 and she really likes her RAB women’s ignition 3
Edit realised I’ve given info for synthetic
I wouldn't rule out a synthetic bag if the weight isn't too bad. Our first multi day trip together will be to NW Scotland so there's a good argument for going synthetic, damp conditions and all that.
 

Shewie

Chief Slackpacker
Staff member
@Lady Grey was selling a short PHD bag at one point, not sure if it’s still lurking in the classifieds or whether she sold it, might be worth a look
 

FOX160

Thru Hiker
I wouldn't rule out a synthetic bag if the weight isn't too bad. Our first multi day trip together will be to NW Scotland so there's a good argument for going synthetic, damp conditions and all that.
All I can say is that the general rule of thumb is that a female sleeps approx 5c colder than a male, so the equivalent bag will be heavier.
 

cathyjc

Thru Hiker
All I can say is that the general rule of thumb is that a female sleeps approx 5c colder than a male, so the equivalent bag will be heavier.

I understood it was 10c colder ? I certainly need a lot more warmth in my SB than you guys seem to get away with.
I use a Cumulus Quantum 450 (with extra fill) for Scottish 3 season - it's quoted as -6c, but if I want to go anywhere near 0c then I need down troos, jacket and booties too.
 

TinTin

Thru Hiker
I've ended up going for a Thermarest Questar small for Mrs Ho. -6C rated, 946g in size small/short, Nikwax Hydrophobic Down and all for just £179 + £5 delivery from https://www.trekkinn.com/

Thanks for the suggestions. In the end I've gone for what I know is a well designed, good quality bag at a great price.
 

TinTin

Thru Hiker
I've seen negative comments about Trekkinn but the bag came within 7 days and is exactly what I expected so I have no complaints.
 
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