NEMO - Disco 30

Wow. Beautiful and easy to digest chart. Just picked up a disco 30 for my set up. Much more comfy and pack able than my old synthetic mummy bag. Love the wiggle room

The 30 is the -1C right? Slept in that in -3C naked and was perfectly comfortable. Sure you had a pad that was warm enough?

Another reccomendation for the disco 15. I have a 30 and I can't wait to get into it every time I use it but you will get cold with a 30 unless you pad up and bundle up. Most comfortable bag I've slept in as a side sleeper/restless sleeper.

I researched for similar needs (seve gearlab site for comparative sleeping bag reviews). I decided on a Nemo Disco 30, on sale now at Amazon $196 (US). Hydrophobic down, roomy for side sleepers, under 2.5 lbs, has ventilating zippered gills for higher temp venting. Lifetime warranty. Also considered RAB neutrino 400. These are also down bags. Synthetic fill better in wet conditions at penalty of heavier and will not compress as small.

The Nemo Disco 30 and Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Venture Large give me plenty of comfort and space to sleep on my side.

I have had a mummy bag in the past and recently purchased the NEMO Disco 30. It is so much more comfortable and I LOVE it. If you like to move around and are a side sleeper I highly recommend the spoon-shaped bags, they are much easier to settle into in my opinion. Another benefit is if you have a partner you can zip it together with the men's version of this same model. I don't know how useful it would really be in practice but its a fun feature to get a larger quilt/bag imo.

Omg I love Nemo bags too. I have the 30F Disco and want the 15F one.

I’ve been backpacking with my Nemo 30 for about 4 years and I LOVE it. I’m a side sleeper and I toss and turn a lot and I find that it gives me (5’ 0”) plenty of room to move around without getting cold. On warmer nights, I just open the zip and get enough airflow to not overheat. It’s lightweight and packs down super well with the provided compressive bag. Generally speaking, I run warm, and have comfortably used this bag in temps well into the low 30s with wool base layers and not felt cold

I see Nemo has been mentioned a lot, which is what I came here to suggest for a sleeping bag with a Klymit sleep pad. We do a lot of tent camping each summer. Some pack in, some drive in, some canoe in, but always in a tent and always on the ground. As we’ve aged I have been concerned we wouldn’t be able to continue sleeping on the ground, but the Klymit has never let us down. We’ve had our pads for over 11 years and only this year did we finally “upgrade” to the wider version. For sleeping bags, the Nemo spoon, down filled was our choice. Lightweight and has been excellent for MN camping. Good luck!

I love my disco. The shape is soooo much better than a mummy shape

Nemo Disco is the way to go.

I have a disco and its pretty good used it like a quilt so often I ended up going for a quilt, Specifically a zenbivy, its also good, I set it up with one side fixed to the sheet and the other mostly free. Like sleeping in a bed.

I can confirm that the nemo disco is down, reasonably light and compact, and zips together. I can also confirm that you don't have a whole hell of a lot of room in the combined bag, and if you're a twitchy sleeper - I am - the person sharing the zipped together bag will probably regret that choice before morning.

Buy a second bag of the same model and brand . ZIP them together and make a single into a double bag. It’s a game changer!

Lifelong backpacker and Camp Lead here: - REI Flash 55 tent - Big Agnes Rapide sleeping pad - Nemo Disco or Forte bag (Disco is my pref) - get any 2P backpacking tent out of your local store's re/supply

I used a nemo disco for a while and it was ok. Now I use a zenbivy quilt and won't go back to a bag.

That's surprising, the disco has plenty of tossing around room. I would definitely suggest switching to a quilt and comfy thermals.

True. Just from the posts in this sub it seems everyone’s number 1 priority is comfort. Which I can’t argue that the disco is probably one of the most comfortable bags

Also a side sleeper who tosses and turns all night. I love the Nemo Disco and now have 2, a 15 and a 30 in down. I use at least a 3” thick pad. I rarely use the hood part of the mummy and it’s been fantastic.

I’m a side sleeper as well and found the Nemo down bags to be perfect.

I was also going to suggest the Nemo Discos, you beat me to it lol. I'm pretty sure most manufacturers make it *possible* to connect their mens/womens bags with the opposite-side zipper just on account of using the same zippers, but Nemo are the only ones I recall advertising it as a feature. It would certainly be a good place to start.

I have the Nemo Disco and love that thing. I am 5'9 and 200lb and toss like fish on a hook at night..lol. I do strictly car camping and wanted something lighter than my old Teton sleeping bag without much restrictions. After reading many reviews, I opted for the Nemo.

I’ve got a nemo bag goes down to -9c Nice bag 600 fill down so jt compresses well, and good for side sleepers, I think it’s called the disco. They have a similar one with 800 fill so it’s even lighter and more compact as well

Ya it’s a nice bag. Had it for a few seasons now down to about freezing and I get through the night fine

I’ve never had an issue with it at zero. I haven’t taken it down to lowest levels of the rating. I also have a r4.5 sleeping pad, I sleep in smart wool top and bottom and use a sleeping bag liner. The liner I’ve always used simply because it’s easy to clean and keeps my bag from getting dirty.

Smart. Anyway In general I do believe the Nemo is a bit cooler than some because of the shape which means more air space. I guess it's the downside of allowing comfortable side sleeping.

I have the Disco as my car camping sleeping bag. I have a Sea to Summit more ultralight down bag for backpacking. The Disco is warm and comfy, plenty of room, and I like the gills!

Agree. For a recent cross country trip,I had thrown a Rumple in my car, to use at campsites, but wound up using it several nights in place of my Disco. (But I did love the Disco for the nights near the Grand Canyon when temps were in the high 30s.)

Love my Nemo Disco!

I have the disco as well and I love it. I use the Nemo Jazz for car camping and the disco for backpacking

Thank you! Originally I had ordered a cheap sleeping bag off Amazon, but then I got to thinking that they might be called in Algonquin. So I ordered the disco. It was on sale at MEC. I like it because it's a little bit wider than the mummy ones. It's worth the investment to me to be warm!!!!!

OH MY GOD I went on my first every camping trip to Algonquin this weekend and the Nemo Disco SAVED MY LIFE!!!! It poured rain for 14 hours straight :(:(:(:(:(:( But the sleeping bag kept me warm thank GOD. It was my saving graces TBH. My tent was leaking a bit so the bag got a bit wet but still kept me warm. Pulled it over my head and snuggled in. This weekend was a very serious initiation. It can't get any worse than the deluge we experienced lol.

I started off with the Nemo Disco. I’m a side sleeper and that bag allows me to move around without the mummy bag feeling. My son is camping with me so he got that sleeping bag and I upgraded to a Zenbivy. Game changer. Sleeping quilts are awesome and pack down just as well as traditional sleeping bags. Keep an eye out when they go on sale, got my system for 30% off. I got the 0 degree and yeah, if it’s 50 degrees out I have to open it up. At 30 degrees I’m snug as a bug. Haven’t gotten below 30 yet.

For clarity - The Riff (and Disco) are down. While the Forte and Tempo are synthetic. Their spoon/peanut shape is definitely very popular with side sleepers, or people who sleep angular or toss and turn. Much more forgiving than a regular mummy, without the draft issues of a quilt. Recommend people getting into quilts, to buy a wide one. This will help mitigate drafts. You mention REI, all of their sleeping bags now come in "wide" versions. Still a mummy for the most part, but about 5" wider than a regular mummy. Their Magma is an excellent bag, as is their Magma quilt, but it's only rated to 30 degrees.

So very many choices. I've always found [Outdoor Gear Lab](https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/topics/camping-and-hiking/best-backpacking-sleeping-bag), as well as [Switchback Travel](https://www.switchbacktravel.com/best-backpacking-sleeping-bags) give some of the most honest, accurate comparisons. I may not agree 100%, but I mostly do, and when I don't, it's for minor reasons. Plus, they don't accept ads, and aren't "influencers". In fact, they buy all the gear themselves! You need to ask yourself some questions though: * How light do you need it? Are you willing to pay another $100 to shave maybe 2 ounces? * How much room do you need? Some are fairly snug mummy bags (MH Phantom, Thermarest Hyperion), some are more roomy (an REI Magma 15 comes in a wide, for example). * Do you like a lot of features? A Nemo Disco has "thermo gills" which help regulate temp, plus a nice draft collar, plus are roomy...all of which comes at a cost in it weighs more. * Still not enough room? Try a quilt. But quilts down below about 20 degree ratings don't make much sense. * Presuming you go down (recommended) most spray their shells with DWR. Some also treat the down (Sea to Summit, Thermarest, others) some don't by purpose (Feathered Friends, Enlightened), but you can do it on your own washing the bag in Nikwax Down Proof, or spraying it with TX Direct. Some bags even have GoreTex shells for extreme conditions. As you can see, it goes on and on. You could go down a real rabbit hole.

i am also a female side sleeper. i have the nemo disco and i love it. the shape is much more comfy than a mummy shape. i’ve never been cold in it. my vote is definitely for that one!

Quilts, semi rectangular bags (Sea to Summit Trek and Ascent Down) or the Big Agnes Sidewinder series are what you want. The Nemo Spoon series of down bags are also quite roomy. I sleep on my side. I use Hammock Gear Econ Borrows most of the time and I have a Marmot Col -20F bag for anything 20F and below.

I like the spoon shape of the Nemo bags. And, I’m currently using a wide deluxe pad from Big Agnes.

I’m a stomach/side sleeper and love my Zenbivy quilt+sheet and their matching pillow system, but it’s quite an investment for a casual camper. I’d recommend looking for a cheaper quilt or even a rectangular sleeping bag on Amazon or Decathlon if you’re not looking to spend a lot. I was really unhappy with my spoon shaped Nemo sleeping bag. Even though it’s wider than a traditional mummy bag, it was still restrictive. There are a lot of other spendy quilt brands out there and most have already been reviewed on r/ultralight.

Which 2 in 1 are you referring to? The ones that come to mind would exceed your budget, but examples help.  What temperature are you expecting at night?  Mainly, I would suggest finding an insulated sleeping pad with a stated R-value. Depending on how cold it will be, the R-value changes (higher R for colder temperatures). For sleeping bag, add at least 10°C, so for example, if you expect overnight temperatures around 5°C, find a bag rated for -5°C.  I have a Nemo Quasar insulated pad in the double width (I move a lot), and a Nemo sleeping bag (in their "spoon" style because I can't sleep in a mummy style bag). 

I have a cot also but would never sleep on it without a pad when it's cold. I need the insulation. I really like the Nemo spoon shaped bags to be able to move around but why not pile up thick blankets for your first time out before dropping the money on a good bag.

I vote for Nemo bags. I have 2 and love them. Perfect for side sleeping.

This. I hate mummy bags. I move too much in my sleep. My Nemo takes up a bit more space in my pack but it is so comfortable and a good night’s sleep, where I can fully roll around in my bag, is worth it. I will never go back to a mummy bag.

Nemo for sure

Spoon shape is great, arm zippers in the boost just seem drafty.

Nemo sleeping bag with REI 2.5 self inflating sleeping pad works for me.

Never tried a quilt, but as a fellow side sleeper I LOVE my Nemo sleeping bag. Can't believe I ever tried to use a mummy bag.

Love my Nemo down bag. Love.

Tent: MSR or Nemo, sleeping bag: Nemo (the lightest warmest I’ve found) knife folding knife I’d use a Swiss army “Ranger” model, if its a folding knife sans that I’d use a fixed blade like a Pathfinder knife shop “scorpion or Kephart” the kephart is my favorite personally. It’s always good to have multiple tools for sure sometimes they fail. Additionally if you’re going to be in any remote areas take 2 ways to make fire whether that’s 2 lighters or a lighter and a ferocerium rod doesn’t matter. Ans water water water, and some way to filter said water. I’ve had situations even near or in towns where I needed water and had some but couldn’t purify it and a metal container of you can canteen or stainless non vacuum single wall water bottle if you have that and fire you’ll have purified water. Enjoy your walk sounds like fun to me

Budget is a factor, as well as intended use (backpacking vs ultralight speed hiking) Down will be lighter (and more expensive) than synthetic fill I have a Nemo bag and a few different thermarest pads depending on the season I also have a couple Big Agnes (they are great for bigger people) bags, but they do not have any fill on the bottom, instead they rely on the sleeping pad. There's a whole interesting theory about this design if you care to research it! You can talk to the folks at Hiker Direct and they are big supporters of scouting. We've got folks that have really good luck with Nemo, Kelty, Hyke and Byke (online sales only), and some others, too. GearLabs reviews is pretty thorough if you want to really dive into the numbers and test process before you buy.

Nemo bags are extra roomy yet pack down tiny. Love mine wouldn’t use anything else

Nemo down sleeping bag. My most expensive and by far my favorite sleeping bag.

I had the same problem. Bought a Nemo something which had a wide center. It helped but I still couldn’t sleep. I switched to a quilt that strapped around a pad (enlightened equipment I think) and it is an absolute game changer. Super roomy and very warm. I mean I still don’t sleep but it is no longer because of the sleeping bag.

My buddy has a nemo with the gils that he really likes. Packs almost as small as mine and He got it right when a got a 20 degree alpinlite western montaineering bag before we went on the Grand Canyon. I love my Western Mountaineering, as when I use the baffel I have camped sub 25 degrees in a tshirt. I was also heavily considering a Featherd Friends quilt. I didnt know if it was going to snow/rain/be cold on the river as it was early march. These are definitely the more expensive options. But all and all I really did like the Nemo and was considering getting one for summer car camping. But I spent $600 on a bag so now i just use it as a blanket in the summer. The nemo is the only one I have tried out of your options. I think its a graat option. Cant say anout the others

I have a Nemo bag and pad and have been quite happy with them both. Particularly if you're a side sleeper or otherwise restless, the Nemo spoon-shaped bags are great. They're not the lightest but they're light enough if you need that comfort. I suggest adding the Big Agnes Rapide to your list of potential pads.

I agree that quilts are probably one of the strongest directions here. If you can stand sleeping bags then lots of Nemo bags have a spoon shape that really lets your shift your legs around which as a side sleeper I really liked.

I have multiple (temp reasons) Nemo sleeping bags and I absolutely adore them. The fabric is buttery, the gills are great for regulating temp, and they pack down well and loft quickly. I’m a side sleeper also, and I toss and turn a bit at night. My ONLY complaint is the pillow case insert doesn’t work for anything (much) but their own. Also using it means you’ll lose heat so I only use it in warm weather.

Go to REI, invest your money on a good Nemo brand sleeping bag. You’ll be thankful for many many years and if anything happens to it you can return exchange at REI for years. If you haven’t already sign up for a REI co op membership and get your % back on your purchase.

I got the nemo sleeping bag and the zipper broke on the first time using it ....

My order of preference, without prying more info out of you would be: 1. Magma 2. Radiant 3. Nemo … anyone giving you numbers after the name of the bag is guessing because you never mentioned what temperature rating you need and what geography we are talking about. In terms of r-rating we would need to know what mattress pad you are shlepping too…