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Hi

I've been looking at sleeping bags and need a bit of advice about sizes.

Is the shoulder measurement a measure of width or a diameter?  I've got a bust of 132cm, what size bag would I need for a comfortable fit?

Has anyone got any recomended types/brands in a synthetic range?

Thanks

Sarah

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I am no expert on these matters but i have found the shoulder width to be more important,there are many other things to consider though some people prefer a little more room at the expence of a little weight but the closer the fit the more thermally efficient it is.

The best thing is always to go to a good store and try out the sleeping bags in the store  it may seem odd but a good store wont mind and its definataly worth it in the long run.

Also have you decided if you are in need of a down or synthetic bag and what temperature ranges it is to cover.

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OOPS you did say synthetic.
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Thanks Sean.  I'll go and see what fits.

 Sarah

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Also take into account what you'll be wearing inside the bag. Many people sometimes wear synthetic or even down insulated jackets inside the bag to extend the temperature range into the colder parts of the year. And then in summer just wear a thin base layer. If you're thinking of summer use only then not so important.

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