Whether you are using a newly purchased sleeping bag that is quite bulky and comfortable, or using a sleeping bag that has been used for a long time and has been through many battles, how to make yourself sleep comfortably is the top priority. Remember that sleeping bags do not self heat or heat themselves, they only slow down or reduce the body's heat release, and the best way is for the body to store more heat energy.
External environmental factors can affect the comfort of sleeping.
Stay away from adverse environments: A comfortable location for the tent can increase the temperature by about 30 degrees. Do not choose the campsite at the bottom of the stream as it is a gathering place for cold air, and do not camp on ridges or ridges. Choose a leeward side or forest area, or use camping bags or dig snow holes.
The fluffiness of the sleeping bag: Due to being squeezed inside the sleeping bag cover for a long time, the initial fluffiness of the new sleeping bag may be slightly lower than when used for insulation, so it is best to spread out the sleeping bag after setting up the tent to make it fluffy. Of course, the longer the time, the better the sleeping mat.
Material: Each type of sleeping mat has a different insulation coefficient, which can isolate the heat released from the bottom layer of the sleeping bag. Yes, different sleeping pads can be used for different seasons. For example, during snowy periods, it is best to choose a solid sleeping pad with a full length cover or an automatically inflated sleeping pad. Then, place the backpack, main rope, or other items under your feet.
Completely waterproof: Any damp sleeping mat can be unbearable and uncomfortable for people. If there is no waterproof sleeping bag cover, a large garbage bag can be used to replace it. When the tent is soaked in water, wet items can be placed inside, and water droplets can accumulate between the outer curtains or the corners of the inner tent. Therefore, the windows of the tent must be slightly opened to allow ventilation. When the rain passes and the weather clears, the sleeping bag must be removed and dried. If it is snowy, it should be directly spread inside the tent. Wearing enough clothes: The mountain guide once said that if you don't fully wear all the clothes you carry when sleeping, it means you have too much clothes. It's best to wear a hat because half of the body's heat is dissipated from the head.
Satiety: Food is fuel, so don't empty your stomach or oil tank before going to bed. Eat high calorie foods before going to bed, and sufficient water is crucial for the body's metabolic function. When you feel tired, wake up from thirst while sleeping, or drink more water when you want to drink. Urine should be urinated about four to five times a day, preferably in a transparent color. If it is yellow, it means the body is still dehydrated.
Warming up: Sleeping bags do not maintain or generate heat, so do not immediately bounce into the sleeping bag when you arrive at the campsite. It is useless for a body that is too tired or too cold. Eat well and have enough dinner and hot drinks, and then take a walk in the moonlight to warm up the body and fall asleep comfortably. No matter what type of sleeping bag is used in a humid environment, it will still be uncomfortable and have poor warmth retention. It is recommended to use a sleeping bag jacket, which can breathable the body's water vapor outward, Even if there is a little water condensation inside the tent or living in a snow hole, it is still comfortable. However, plastic products will not be breathable and cause the sleeping bag to be damp. Generally, the head of the sleeping bag will be dirty. It is best to wash the sleeping bag by hand, using a neutral cleaner or a special feather cleaner. The cleaning process should not have any residual cleaning agent left in the sleeping bag. The steps of using a washing machine are complex and not recommended. After wring it dry, it must be dried for several days before it can be collected, Especially the feather sleeping bag needs to be constantly patted to prevent it from gathering
