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The Coleman Hudson Double Sleeping Bag has a boxed shipping weight of 3 Kg. This sleeping bag – made by Coleman – has a rectangular shape and is one of the most popular Coleman sellers. The reason for this is because it’s one of the most comfortable bags on the market. Unlike most sleeping bags, the Coleman Hudson Double Sleeping Bag has more width. There is also flannel lining and an additional hood.

In many ways this bag is considered the top of the line when it comes to bed roll. Couples can feel comfortable in this bed roll when they go on camping trips, on caravans, or have guests but have no guest room. In addition, the Coleman Hudson Double Sleeping Bag features the Easy Sleep System – something you won’t find in any bed roll other than a Coleman.

The Coleman Hudson Double has a soft polyester shell and features a single later of insulation with a hollow fibre called Coletherm. These features ensure that you have a comfortable night’s rest. Sleeping used to mean sleeping alone until the ultimate sleeping bag for couples was created. The Coleman Hudson Double is a part of the Hudson range of bags. The Hudson range is made up of four super comfy bags. In addition to their width, extra hood, and flannel insides, the Coleman Hudson Double also has a pillow pocket integrated into the unit. This bag is luxurious and sumptuous with all of it’s plush cotton materials. Expect to be warmed by flannel and cushioned by mega soft cotton wherever you are. This bag is a must have for couples. There is nothing like it on the market. It’s quality is unsurpassed and the comfort it provides is like no other sleeping bag you can buy. In addition, you know that you can trust a name like Coleman – a frontrunner in the recreational product industry for many years.

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There’s something quite magical about sleeping under canvas. Closeness to nature, seeing the moon shining through the tent, hearing owls hooting in the trees and breathing nature’s earthy scent… these small things which we take for granted in our everyday lives are somehow more appreciated on a camping holiday.

But there are also practical reasons for choosing a camping holiday. The cost, for one; despite an initial outlay for a tent, sleeping bags and other gear, equipment will usually last for many years without needing replacement, so camping holidays will typically be reasonably priced. A night at a campsite can cost as little as £5, while a room in even a modest hotel can cost ten times as much.

Then there’s the flexibility and freedom of packing up and moving to another location, and deciding whether it’s a survival-style trip with only the bare minimum of equipment, or an altogether more luxurious holiday with a huge tent, inflatable beds and anything else that can be squeezed into the boot of the car.   Who can deny that there’s something extremely appealing about following your own schedule and experiencing more of the great outdoors? You can start your holiday in Snowdonia, finish it at Loch Ness, stop at the Lake District and the Pennines along the way – all the while, never having to sleep in someone else’s sheets…

Whatever form your camping trip is likely to take – hiking with everything squeezed into one rucksack, cycling with your gear squished into panniers, or driving with a packed trailer attached to the car – there are certain bits of kit that will make your camping holiday that bit easier.   Here’s a selection of our favourites.

Survival tools

One of the most useful things you can take with you on a camping trip is a multi-tool, which combines a variety of tools in one small package – much like a Swiss army knife.

The True DogTag Tool TU30 comes with a neck chain and a key chain to make sure it doesn’t get lost. Measuring just 5cm, the True DogTag Tool TU30 includes useful tools including tweezers, a bottle opener, a knife, a screwdriver and a bright white LED light – so finding your way back to your tent at night won’t be a problem.

If you’re planning a full-on survival experience then a useful tool to take on your trip is the hand powered chainsaw, which despite being light and compact and operated purely by hand, can cut through a three-inch diameter tree limb in 20 seconds.

Heat and light

Even during the summer, evenings can be cold and dark, so make sure you take reliable sources of heat and light on your camping trip.

The Cyba-lite LED Lantern is perfect for camping trips. Battery powered, the lantern weighs just 158g and is only 13cm high – yet with its convex lens and 0. 5w bright white LED, the Cyba-lite LED lantern will provide ample light, either standing in its base or with the base inverted to create a hanging torch.

Lighting a fire to keep warm at camp is not always easy, especially if you can’t find any decent kindling. So why not take your own kindling with you? Maya Fire Lighting Dust is made from shavings of a fatwood pine which has an 80% resin content – just strike sparks into the dust to get flame. Maya Fire Lighting Dust is neatly contained in 7cm diameter waterproof packaging, produces an extremely hot flame, and is completely natural.

Cooking and eating

Even if you’re staying at a campsite with lots of amenities, you probably won’t want to eat at restaurants every day – it can be very expensive, for a start. But if you’re trying to travel light, cooking and eating utensils – and food – can very quickly weigh you down.

Thankfully, there are some excellent lightweight cooking and eating utensils and specialist foods which are ideal for travelling light, and which use very little space in your rucksack.

The Camping Meal Kit is a set of polycarbonate and polypropylene utensils, which all pack away neatly into the largest dish which measures just 19cm x 19cm x 5. 5cm. Included in the kit is a spill-free cup with lid, two plates, a combined colander and cutting board, a small waterproof box, and a spork (a spoon-knife-fork combined into one handy tool).

If you’re likely to find yourself miles from civilisation, stock up on lightweight food before you set off, which will provide the nutrition and energy you need for your trip without weighing a ton in your backpack.   Backpacker’s Pantry has created an excellent range of freeze-dried meals in lightweight packets, which contain enough food for two people. Simply add boiling water and then enjoy a meal of spaghetti in sauce, Pad Thai, spicy chilli or a variety of other delicious recipes.

We would like to begin camping again this summer, but haven’t done any since before our children were born. Please advice how to determine the best choices for our investment. We need 1 with a lot of room and at least room for an air mattress. We would prefer 1 with multiple rooms option but do not want poor quality. Anyone know anything about Turbo Tents? Any advice- will be great.

Sometimes it’s tough having too many choices. For example, when I first started shopping for a new sleeping bag I was overwhelmed by the selection and styles that were available.    There were warm weather, cold weather, ultra-light, down, synthetic, mummy and rectangular sleeping bags.   So I went online and did a little research to learn everything I could about each style.  After some analysis I was able to choose a sleeping bag that made sense for my needs.   To save you some time, I have written down a few tips that helped me make my decision.

To begin, you will see sleeping bags broken into two groups, down and synthetic.   The biggest advantage for down sleeping bags is that they are typically very light and goose down is an excellent insulator.   The biggest problem with a down sleeping bag is that if they get wet, it will take forever to dry and the goose down will lose its insulating benefits.   On the flip side, synthetic sleeping bags can get wet because they can dry quickly.   In addition, synthetic sleeping bags are typically less expensive than down sleeping bags. The only real problem with synthetic sleeping bags is that they will be typically heavier than a down sleeping bag.

In my case, the right choice was a down sleeping bag.    We typically hike to our campsite and weight was one of the most important factors in making my choice.  I wanted to keep the overall weight of my backpack as light as possible so I started my search for ultra-light sleeping bags.   I eventually found a great “mummy” style sleeping bag that only weighed a little over 2 pounds.  One footnote, “mummy” style sleeping bags can make you feel a little claustrophobic. They are tapered and can be a little snug.   It was a little strange for me at first, but I got used to it.  You may want to keep this in mind if you have issues with close quarters. If this is an issue with you, consider looking for a rectangular sleeping bag.   It will probably be a little heavier than a “mummy” style sleeping bag, but it will give you more room to move around.

Also, make sure you find out the temperature rating of the sleeping bag.   Generally, sleeping bags are rated as: 3-Season (+10 degrees to +32 degrees), winter (-10 and below), summer (+32 and higher) and cold weather (+10  to -10).   And remember, it makes sense to choose a bag that is rated a little bit lower than you will need.   A lower rated sleeping bag will keep you warm if the temperature really drops down on a cold night. Plus, you can always unzip the bag if you need to cool off.   The down sleeping bag that I chose was rated for three seasons.   We usually camp during the spring and summer so I didn’t need to spend the extra money on a sleeping bag rated for the winter or the cold weather.  

My last point is to check the length of the sleeping bag.   This is especially important to those of us who are a little taller and need more room.   Plus, by checking the length you will make sure your sleeping bag will fit in your camping tent. The last thing you want is to get a sleeping bag that is longer than the length of your tent.

Again, just take the time to do some research before you buy your sleeping bag.   There are a tremendous number of sleeping bag brands and styles. You can start looking at your local outdoor store, but you might save some time by shopping online first. It will take you less time and you should be able to save some money as well.    I hope this article can help you on your sleeping bag purchase.   See you around the campsite!

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