I am planning for a SOBO next year, starting in June. I am looking for a sleeping bag that will be good to get me thru the Whites, as well as the later months (Oct/Nov..Dec?) as I approach Springer.
Despite my best efforts, I have never slept well in a mummy bag, so I am looking for a semi-rectangular model. Right now I am considering Western Mountaineering's Sequoia: rated to 5*F and weighing 3.25lbs.
Question: Would you consider this bag to be "too much" (i.e., unnecessary insullation/weight/bulk) for the shoulders of my hike, or would the WM Sycamore (rated to 25*F, weight = 2lbs.) be sufficient? FYI, I tend to sleep 'cold' (when I'm not dealing with hot flashes!)
Also, I am not necessarily married to WM bags (they just seem to have a very good reputation), so any suggestions or insights would be welcome and appreciated.