Thank you for showing how to convert it into a quilt . I have searched all over and for the life of me couldn't figure it out . I have just bought one of the old versions on sale and it's an excellent bag . Also have the s2s Xtreme mat which is great . Your channel must be one of the best on RUclips for gear guides .
The Spark Pro offers similar warmth at a lighter weight (www.snowys.com.au/spark-pro-down-sleeping-bag-minus-9c15f), but I'm not aware of a bag that is much warmer than this that also has the zipper features. The additional zippers can impact efficiency, hence why you don't see these features on Alpine style bags. ~ Ben
There would be numerous factors I could list here. The Trek are more affordable but will be heavier for similar performance. The Ascent however costs more but offers more warmth for less weight and has extra features. In summary, trek for general use camping, Ascent for more technical pursuits. ~ Ben
We've got specs on our website (www.snowys.com.au/ascent-down-sleeping-bag-minus-1c30f). The packed dimensions can vary a little depending on how much you cinch the compression straps. The dimensions we list are lightly compressed, you can probably reduce the length by 20-30%. ~ Ben
Thanks for the detailed review, would you mind telling me the 15F regular compressed size length and diameter? The website specifies 7.5L but I need to know if I can fit it in my pack which is a deuter ACL 40+10. Much thanks!
It really depends on how much you can cinch it down. The stuff sack measures about 22 x 15 cm in width and depth, and uncompressed the bag is about 41 cm long. So you could expect the compressed size to go down to 20-30 cm but the width/depth may increase as you squish it down. ~ Ben
Hey guys, great review! I have the older Ascent ii model in size regular. But I think it’s too narrow for me at the shoulders. It says 80 cm shoulder width, But I can’t find the informations for the new bag. Is it wider at the shoulders? Or perhaps the new Spark is? Thx in advance :-)
The new Ascent is about the same in dimensions, STS state 150 cm shoulder circumference. Spark is narrower as it is made to be lighter weight. If you want more shoulder space I'd recommend moving up to a long model. ~ Ben
These are all lab tested to provide comparable ratings across the range, but each individual still needs to consider their sleep preferences when choosing. ~ Ben
Theses are great sleeping bag, I have both male and female versions. The design is outstanding for comfort and functionality. I would put these more into car/motorcycle/ short distance backpacking/ base camp… Just because there’s lighter options if your primary focus is backpacking. I have ember quilt too that’s better suited.
To be honest this looks like a downgrade from the old version. The temperatures have got lower, there is no -18 degree version and the materials look very slippy and of worse quality. Hard to tell looking from a video only but they don’t look to be as nice to the touch visually.
STS moved to more environmentally friendly/recycled fabrics, they feel really nice still. As for the temperature ratings, STS adjusted this across their range to reduce the amount of overlap between bags, rather than offer each model in three ratings. They also dropped certain models based on sell through of the original models, when you look at the whole range it makes much more sense. ~ Ben
Wouldn't make much difference unless you can guarantee an air reasonable gap between your face & the mesh at all times, which wouldnt be possible with a sleeping bag. If the mesh touches your face, mozzies/midgies will still bite you ~ Lauren
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Thank you for showing how to convert it into a quilt .
I have searched all over and for the life of me couldn't figure it out .
I have just bought one of the old versions on sale and it's an excellent bag .
Also have the s2s Xtreme mat which is great .
Your channel must be one of the best on RUclips for gear guides .
Cheers!
~ Lauren
Thanks for showing how the zippers work ☺️
You're welcome. ~ Ben
Such a fantastic video ❤️
Thanks!
~ Lauren
Love the features. I'd like a warmer version though. Not sure if I can get a warmer bag with similar features such as foot and arm openings?
The Spark Pro offers similar warmth at a lighter weight (www.snowys.com.au/spark-pro-down-sleeping-bag-minus-9c15f), but I'm not aware of a bag that is much warmer than this that also has the zipper features. The additional zippers can impact efficiency, hence why you don't see these features on Alpine style bags. ~ Ben
used the -4 and the zips on each side was amazing. much better sleep.
Nice one - I get abit to cold in the -4 but it does the trick for most blokes!
~ Lauren
When would you recommend the trek and when th ascent?
There would be numerous factors I could list here. The Trek are more affordable but will be heavier for similar performance. The Ascent however costs more but offers more warmth for less weight and has extra features.
In summary, trek for general use camping, Ascent for more technical pursuits. ~ Ben
Do someone know the packing dimensions of the Ascent -1 Regular? I cant find it anywhere. The Volume compressed is about 5.5 Liter.
We've got specs on our website (www.snowys.com.au/ascent-down-sleeping-bag-minus-1c30f). The packed dimensions can vary a little depending on how much you cinch the compression straps. The dimensions we list are lightly compressed, you can probably reduce the length by 20-30%. ~ Ben
@@SnowysOutdoors Thank you sooo much! : )
Thanks for the detailed review, would you mind telling me the 15F regular compressed size length and diameter? The website specifies 7.5L but I need to know if I can fit it in my pack which is a deuter ACL 40+10. Much thanks!
It really depends on how much you can cinch it down. The stuff sack measures about 22 x 15 cm in width and depth, and uncompressed the bag is about 41 cm long. So you could expect the compressed size to go down to 20-30 cm but the width/depth may increase as you squish it down. ~ Ben
Hey, Big Ben, how about a quick video comparing all bag types in the STS range?
Thanks for the suggestion Ben - we'll add it to the list
~ Lauren
Hey guys, great review!
I have the older Ascent ii model in size regular. But I think it’s too narrow for me at the shoulders.
It says 80 cm shoulder width, But I can’t find the informations for the new bag. Is it wider at the shoulders? Or perhaps the new Spark is?
Thx in advance :-)
The new Ascent is about the same in dimensions, STS state 150 cm shoulder circumference. Spark is narrower as it is made to be lighter weight. If you want more shoulder space I'd recommend moving up to a long model. ~ Ben
If 750 cuin goose down was used, o Ascent 15°F is best for 5°C (40°F) and o Ascent 30°F is best for 14°C (60°F).
These are all lab tested to provide comparable ratings across the range, but each individual still needs to consider their sleep preferences when choosing. ~ Ben
@@SnowysOutdoors, ☃☃☃☃
That is how you do an awesome review!
I appreciate your comment. ~ Ben
Green caterpillar 😂
Absolutely 😂
~ Lauren
Theses are great sleeping bag, I have both male and female versions. The design is outstanding for comfort and functionality. I would put these more into car/motorcycle/ short distance backpacking/ base camp… Just because there’s lighter options if your primary focus is backpacking. I have ember quilt too that’s better suited.
Thanks for your feedback. ~ Ben
What’s lighter and better for packing?
@@Bran_Outdoors check the Spark sleeping bags from Sea To Summit for something more compact. ~ Ben
@@SnowysOutdoors cheers buddy.
To be honest this looks like a downgrade from the old version. The temperatures have got lower, there is no -18 degree version and the materials look very slippy and of worse quality. Hard to tell looking from a video only but they don’t look to be as nice to the touch visually.
STS moved to more environmentally friendly/recycled fabrics, they feel really nice still. As for the temperature ratings, STS adjusted this across their range to reduce the amount of overlap between bags, rather than offer each model in three ratings. They also dropped certain models based on sell through of the original models, when you look at the whole range it makes much more sense. ~ Ben
Needs a face mosquito mesh or something over the face part . Would be insanely perfect than.
Wouldn't make much difference unless you can guarantee an air reasonable gap between your face & the mesh at all times, which wouldnt be possible with a sleeping bag.
If the mesh touches your face, mozzies/midgies will still bite you
~ Lauren