Hey guys, i'm in the very early stages of planning a 2012 thru, and basically i'm looking to buy the sleeping bag i will be using. I will be getting it now basically because my old 20 degree bag is falling apart, and i need something for trips before hand. Im a full time college student, so $ is an issue, and im trying to buy the best gear that won't put me over budget. Im open to any suggestions but the 2 bags im looking at right now are the EMS boreal, and the REI polar pad. (both in long)
The Ems boreal is 3lbs 6 oz, usually priced at $150 on sale for $104, and with the student discount they offer (20%) it would come out to a little over $80
http://www.ems.com/product/index.jsp...737362.3705267
Rei Polar pod is rated 25 degrees, and weighs in at 3lbs 13 oz. and is also on sale for $73
http://www.rei.com/product/777920
any help would be wonderful!