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Pre-Black Friday sales continue to pile up online, with REI leading the way with its big winter sale that’s attracting lots of outdoor adventurers seeking big bargains. Some of the best items include shopper-favorite hiking pants, fleece jackets, and insulated jackets as well, but there's also a ton of camping gear to score with steep savings attached to them. A sweet deal on REI's already well-priced sleeping bag caught our eye during the sale—it rivals top-name brands for quality and is under $75 until Nov. 25.
REI’s Trailmade 20 Sleeping Bag is now on sale for $70, which is 30% off of the normal retail price of $100. This comfortable sleeping bag has over 30 five-star reviews, with satisfied customers singing the bag's praises for being “very roomy” and “very warm.” One shopper noted that it’s a “great balance of value and cold weather performance" even before it went on sale. It comes in two striking colors—green and teal—and the former still has all sizes and configurations available, but they're starting to sell out.
The best thing about camping with a vehicle is that you can bring along a sleeping bag like this one that is roomier and cozier than an ultralight backpacking bag. It has a “relaxed” mummy shape that offers a better range of motion alongside a contoured hood that won’t restrict you and a large foot box for ample room to adjust your tired dogs at night. The shell is made from water-resistant recycled polyester and the insulation is also a recycled synthetic. The quilting is sewn in an offset pattern so there’s evenly-distributed heat and no cold spots. Warmth is further enhanced with a face muffler and full draft tube along the snag-resistant YKK zipper. A small, zippered pocket on the outside lets you stash a smartphone or light close by when sleeping.
Happy campers are stoked that the bags come in two cool colorways, with one calling them “beautiful” and another who enjoyed the “vibrant colors.” But the biggest draw was the comfort of the sleeping bag, with one shopper mentioning that it “has a lot of padding inside” that makes them “feel supported.” Another said that the “lofty” bag is roomy enough for any sleep position: “I can easily sleep on my side in it.”
Others were happy that the sleeping bag was “much warmer than expected” and that it “feels very durable,” and they expect it to hold up against wear and tear. One shopper mentioned that the zipper “works great—it was easy to get in and out of it.” Bargain hunters also love the sleeping bag, saying, “You can’t beat the price” at retail.
Car campers and overlanders who need an extra sleeping bag or want to upgrade an old worn-out one can’t go wrong with this inexpensive but high-quality bag. Even at full price, it’s a bargain, but now, at 30% off, this warm, spacious, and comfortable bag is a steal. Get one now before they sell out.
