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Is There Really Such a Thing as a 2 Person Sleeping Bag?

The answer to that question would be yes; there are quite a few companies that have different styles of a 2 person sleeping bag available for purchase. You will also be happy to know that all of these sleeping bags retail for under $500; so you don’t have to worry about breaking the bank. These sleeping bags are made to keep you warm in different temperatures. For instance, if you and your spouse are going biking for the summer – a sleep setup that is rated to the mid-30s should provide adequate protection and warmth from the weather elements.

A prime example of an excellent choice is the Feathered Friends Sandpiper which runs approximately $275. This bag has a nylon shell and is filled with down to provide extra comfort. The bag is semi-rectangular in shape and features a zipper that extends around the foot, so it can be unzipped, laid out flat, and used as a blanket for 2 people.

An additional accessory that is available for purchase to compliment your 2 person sleeping bag is a piece called the Toucan which is made of brushed polyester and carries a price tag of $60. This simply zips to the Sandpiper sleeping bag so that you and your spouse can have a sheet underneath you. Finally, make sure you purchase two sleeping pads as these can be placed directly under the bag for extra comfort.

As a stand-alone bag the Sandpiper is rated to 30 degrees. A little hard to say how that would translate as a 2 person sleeping bag, but I believe it would still be fine in that range. After all, the insulation is crushed beneath you when it's used as a single bag, anyway, so doesn't do you much good. If you are concerned about sleeping in cold weather, the same company makes a 2 person sleeping bag with a similar design that is called the Penguin; this bag costs approximately $300 and is rated to 20 degrees.

If you don’t find the exact 2 person sleeping bag that you are looking for, you have an alternate choice. You can purchase two Cat’s Meow sleeping bags from The North face for right around $169; these sleeping bags have opposing left and right zippers so that you can zip the pair together to make one big sleeping bag. The fill of these bags is synthetic which makes then a bit bulky and heavy, weighing in at about six pounds total. If you aren’t planning on lugging your sleeping bags around with you, this shouldn’t be too much of a negative factor in your decision.

In addition to making sure that you have 2 sleeping pads to lay directly on the rough ground, you should also consider purchasing a Couple Kit from Cascade Designs. This kit is made specifically for any double-bag system and retails for a relatively cheap price of $7. The kit includes a set of paired loops that hold the two pads together; this is simply to prevent any gaps on the ground between the two of you.

Now that you are aware of a few of your options, what are you waiting for? Get your 2 person sleeping bag today so that you and your loved one can begin to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of intimacy!