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Tempo Women's Synthetic Sleeping Bag 20F Long

NEMO Tempo Women's Synthetic Sleeping Bag 20F Long

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Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Reddit IconHoveringkiller
7 months ago

Look up spoon shaped bags. I have a nemo tempo 20 (which is synthetic) but they have down versions for more money. As a side sleeper it allows enough room to turn over in while also still packing to a compact-ish size.

Reddit Iconsnowlights
about 2 months ago

Really depends where you are, not sure where OP is exactly. Here it can be almost 30°C (86°F) during the day, but drop to around 0°C (32°F) overnight. I use a Nemo Tempo 20 and still need a warm liner sometimes

3 months ago

I haven't used these specific bags, but I did have a women's Marmot Trestles bag, rated for 15°F and I always slept very cold, even when temps were just hovering around freezing but not below. I bought a Nemo Tempo, rated for 19°F, and sleep significantly better, even when temps go below freezing. I also love the flap at the top, if it's cold or the sun is coming up and too bright, I pull it over my face and it's nice and cozy. The Marmot definitely feels like good quality, the zipper was really solid, it had a pocket (my Nemo Tempo doesn't), and just felt really nice, but did not keep me warm for some reason. 

16 days ago

I love my Nemo Tempo.  A quilt would probably be better, but they aren't in my budget. 

11 months ago

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). 

Reddit IconBarloske
3 months ago

The forte is my favorite sleeping bag I’ve ever owned. Lots of nice details. Pillow holder, draft stopper, vent sections, phone/light pocket. And the spoon shape makes it so comfortable. I’m sure the tempo has a lot of the same, but the extra weight for 1 degree is definitely not worth it.

Reddit IconBig_Ninja_1381
3 months ago

Totally get why you’re stuck on this they’re close enough that it’s not an obvious call. From my experience, that 1° rating difference never really showed up for me, but extra weight definitely did once the miles added up. I’ve usually been happier carrying the lighter bag and just throwing on an extra layer if it’s colder than expected. If you’re mostly hiking in, I’d probably lean Forte too, but I don’t think you’d be unhappy either way.

Reddit IconGhost_Story_
3 months ago

Just be aware of that shoulder girth spec — for the regular version, Tempo has a few more inches and may be a bit more comfortable if you’re a side / active sleeper. If the shoulder spec isn’t a concern the Forte seems like a nice bag at that price. I have an older version of the Tempo and really love Nemo’s spoon shape.

Reddit Iconsnakesandmartyrs
10 months ago

Nemo bags zip together, or at least some of them. I have the tempo and it'll zip with the opposite genders bag.

Reddit IconPurplePumpkinPeople
7 months ago

I LOVE my Nemo sleeping bag, it is designed for women and is 'spoon' shaped versus a traditional mummy, which provides more space for your hips. I find it very cozy and I have a model with down fill (would recommend!). Don't forget that your sleeping pad will be just as important for keeping you warm as your bag, so if you're camping in the cold, you'll want one rated for at least 3 seasons, 4 seasons if it'll be really cold! Lastly, a bag rated for -5c will keep you alive at -5c but you will be very cold. I always try and get a bag that is rated for at least 10-15 degrees colder than what I'll be camping in.

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