Snugpak Softie 3 Merlin Sleeping Bag OD

Snugpak Softie 3 Merlin Sleeping Bag OD

When you’re out in the wilds, you need to be sure your kit will keep you warm, comfortable and dry, no matter what conditions you’re facing. The Softie 3 Merlin is an international bestseller for the following reasons: A Softie Premier filling with excellent insulating properties, trapping heat and maximising comfort. An anti-snag zip including a full-length baffle; A mummy-style shape designed for warmth and comfort, and a quilted, snug fit hood with an adjustable cord. All of which ensure a comfortable night’s sleep, even when the temperature drops.

Durable, breathable and water-repellent, it’s also incredibly light and folds down into a compact stuff sack, so it’s perfect when out trekking for more extended periods.

Watch the video below for instructions on How to Compress your Snugpak Sleeping Bag.

 

Caring for you Snugpak Sleeping Bag

Washing
All Snugpak® sleeping bags are fully washable by hand or even by a washing machine. There are instructions on the care label, which you can find sewn into one of the inner seams.

However, even the highest grade of insulation/filling will eventually lose some thermal efficiency and structure after repeated wash cycles, so it is recommended that washing your sleeping bag should not be done often, especially when using a washing machine. Whenever possible, instead of a full wash, sponging both inner and outer fabrics with soap and water is advised. Then dry and air your sleeping bag thoroughly before storing back in its compression sack.

If you are machine washing your sleeping bag make sure you read the following guidelines for best results:

1. Zip up the sleeping bag and ensure any draw-cords are entirely in the machine and not trapped in the door before starting.
2. Machine wash on a cool and gentle setting (never more than 30°C/86°F) in a front-loading domestic washing machine (we would advise against using a top loader as the agitator can damage the product).
3. Avoid the use of liquid detergent and fabric softeners as this can leave a residue on the bag, a low or fragrance-free powder or Tech Wash is ideal.

Washing Instructions:

• Do not dry clean
• Do not tumble dry
• Do not iron
• Do not bleach
• Wash at or below 30°C

Drying
Line dry your sleeping bag. Do NOT tumble dry. Drying sleeping bags in a tumble drier could result in heat damage to the items. This can happen even when using a low-temperature setting if the sleeping bag is left in the dryer too long or doesn’t have enough space in which to tumble freely.

Reproofing
Use a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish on all  Snugpak sleeping bags, water repellency can be maintained with periodic re-treatment with suitable aftercare products.

Storage
Do not store the bag compressed for long periods between uses. While Snugpak sleeping bags are rolled at the factory for despatch, it is NOT advised emulating this without special machinery.
 
 

• Reflectatherm Layer
• Exclusive Snugpak Insulation
• Reinforced Foot
• Weight: 900g
• Length: 220cm
• Width (Chest): 75cm
• Width (Knee): 60cm
• Width (Foot): 40cm
• Pack Size: 16cm x 16cm
• Colour: OD Green
• Origin: Manufactured in UK
• Temperature: Comfort: 5°c Extreme: 0°c

Comfort and Low-temperature figures are given for guidance only.
 

Temperature Ratings for Sleeping Bag

Snugpak’s performance figures are drawn from over forty years of experience and customer feedback. Their comfort figure assumes you will be sleeping lightly clothed (thermal base layer or PJ’s) within a tent on a good quality sleep mat, at this external temperature the majority of users should feel comfortable and get a good night’s sleep. The low-temperature ratings are temperatures the sleeping bags have been used at by fit individuals with the minimum of discomfort. There are many variables involved in a good night’s sleep, including climate, altitude, fitness and metabolism, if in doubt stick to the comfort figure.

For a Guide to Snugpak's Sleeping Bag Dimensions and Temperature Ratings see our Snugpak Sleeping Bags Comparison Chart..