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In reply to Post #22
The zip eventually went wrong on mine. I could zip it up but then it would come undone behind the zip. Actually managed to fix it by squeezing the zipper back together with a pair of pliers.
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In reply to Post #21
So I did actually have an issue with the zip on mine after about 6 years. I took it to a local seamstress who managed to **** it up completely. I replaced with another Techlite which I guess is testament to how good the bag is apart from the zips!
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In reply to Post #1
I fish all year round and have been using the Fortis Snugpak for around 8 years, It's been a great bag and I'd buy another tomorrow. It's very thin compared to traditional bags which takes a bit of getting used to but means it folds up in the bed easily. Also has a 2nd top layer which can be removed for the warmer months. I've never had an issue with the zips on mine and only use a thermal cover when its minus temps overnight.
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In reply to Post #16
100% go with the ventec
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In reply to Post #15
I cut mine out, very simple to do and doesn't affect the bag once cut out.
The biggest disappointment is the fact the bag doesn't come over your head, literally finishes at your chin!! How does that keep your head/face warm 🤣🤣
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Snugpak Antarctica with expansion panel.
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In reply to Post #16
Im 6’4 and 16 stone and my xl ventec ripstop dwarfs me, its huge. I love how i can just pull it over my head and get right inside if it freezing. Its also alot more compact when rolled up than my original ventec as that thing was bloody huge. Its also warmer than the original but nowhere near as bulky.
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In reply to Post #15
Thanks for all commons.
Im edging towards the fox ventec I think .
How does the size compare to the others mentioned ?? 1m only 5.11 and 15 stone but don't like being restricted in a bag
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The baffle in the Gardner bag seriously lets it down.
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I bought the Gardener Compact Duvet last autumn and I have to say I've not been particularly impressed.
That internal baffle that runs across your back is bloody uncomfortable and makes absolutely no sense to me.
Twice now I've had the zips jam, making getting out traumatic as a fish charges off.
Considering it's weight and bulk I don't find it particularly warm either, nothing near my original Gardener Duvet or Nash Frostbite.
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In reply to Post #1
I dont rate my Gardner bag, definitely not a 5 season bag without the use of a thick bag cover and seeing the cost of them now would look elsewhere
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In reply to Post #1
Not cheap or carpy, also centre zip only - which I don't mind, but very versatile and warm.
Is the Snugpak special forces complete system sleeping bag with bivvy bag included
Lightweight and small pack down size.
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In reply to Post #7
I’ve had quite a few bags over the years, the snug pak elite 5 is a great bag and is far warmer than the tech lite, but my current winter bag is the snug pak special forces 2, packs down to nothing and mega toasty in the coldest of nights 
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In reply to Post #1
I’ve gone from a tech lite to a trakker MF HDR sleep system, which I think is pretty much the 365, and it’s miles better.
Obviously a weight difference but the trakker is better material, much better zips and generally a better bag. It’s actually so warm it’s probably too much even with the layers striped out for the summer. I don’t think I’ll ever need to add the bag cover to it.
I found the tech lite cold in proper winter and even found I carried a bag cover for marginal nights so it slightly defeated the weight saving aspect. I would say my tech lite was the original version, I think they did improve it with a mark 2 didn’t they??
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If you're not bothered about weight or transport size the Fox Ventec (none ripstop) is hard to beat, it has a reversible inner fleece or polyester. I'm still using my original Ventec but I'm considering buying the new Flatliner System which has the Ventec All Season.
I had a original Gardner Carp duvet many many years ago and I loved it, no experience of the present one though.
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