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Pros
* Is water resistant and still provides some insulation when wet
* Dries quickly, as water is not absorbed into the fibers
* Is generally less expensive than down
* Is easy to care for, requiring less special attention
* Is completely hypoallergenic
* Wide variety of synthetic materials for a wide variety of uses and budgets
Cons
* Less compressible than down
* Heavier for a given temperature rating than down
* Breaks down over time, even with proper care
* Feels less soft and comfortable than down
Down
Pros
* Warmer for the weight than synthetic insulations
* Long lasting insulation which maintains temperature rating with proper care
* Highly compressible, packing smaller than synthetic bags of comparable warmth
* Comfortable and soft material
* Quickly wicks moisture away from the body
Cons
* Loses its insulating properties when wet, and dries slowly
* Requires special care and cleaning
* May be allergenic, or contain allergens
* Can be expensive, especially with increasing down qualities
The North Face Green Kazoo Sleeping Bag F9ADVZ | The North Face Hotlum +15 Down Sleeping Bag S10AJSS | Big Agnes Lulu 15 Degree Petite Sleeping Bag - Womens BWLUPR8 | Big Agnes Lulu 15 Degree Petite Sleeping Bag - Womens BWLUPL8 |
Kelty Cosmic 35 Sleeping Bag - Regular 31210331 | The North Face Cat's Meow 20 Deg.f Sleeping Bag - Womens S10AM4X | The North Face Allegheny Bx 40+ Sleeping Bag S10ADWP | The North Face Cat's Meow Sleeping Bag F10AM4R |
The North Face Liner Bag S10AJSE | Big Agnes Ripple Creek 35 Degree Sleeping Bag BRCRR8 | The North Face Cat's Meow Sleeping Bag - Womens F10AM4X | Mountain Hardwear Lamina 20 Sleeping Bag OU8449 |
Mountain Hardwear Ultralamina 15 Degree Sleeping Bag OU8392 | Big Agnes Dream Island 15 Degree Sleeping Bag BDWDI7 | The North Face Re Meow Sleeping Bag S10ADWE | Big Agnes Fish Hawk 30deg Long Sleeping Bag BFHLL8 |