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
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
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.
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.
Snugpak Antarctica with expansion panel.
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 🤣🤣
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 🤣🤣
In reply to Post #16
100% go with the ventec
100% go with the ventec
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
I found the zip too small on my techlite and it constantly snagged the thin material its made off. I must be getting soft in my old age but i didnt find it warm at all. It was way too small as well as i sleep on my side with my knee out like in the recovery position and i couldnt zip it up as my knee was in the way. It wasnt very long either as the front head bit is lower than the rear which i also didnt like and i had the larger one. I sold it on after a handful of sessions and lost a fortune.
When I'd get out of the Techlite early mornings seemed to take an age re heat the bag again. Why the top layer zip wasn't a quick release thing I don't know. But twinned with a thermal cover it really was like toast. Weird bag really
In reply to Post #25
I agree - it is a 'weird' bag compared to others (and I've tried a few over the years from most if not all the main manufacturers in the past from Tails Up Goliaths to Trakker to Nash Sub Zero) Its main benefit as already mentioned is warmth to weight ratio - def a bag for overnighters / travelling light . . .
I agree - it is a 'weird' bag compared to others (and I've tried a few over the years from most if not all the main manufacturers in the past from Tails Up Goliaths to Trakker to Nash Sub Zero) Its main benefit as already mentioned is warmth to weight ratio - def a bag for overnighters / travelling light . . .
Everyone who used to rate the Techlite is just older now.
In reply to Post #27
I still highly rate the Techlite, it was just the zip gave me issues which I fixed. If it fell to bits I would buy another one.
I still highly rate the Techlite, it was just the zip gave me issues which I fixed. If it fell to bits I would buy another one.
In reply to Post #1
Do you use the original MK1 365? I have the latest one that pulls completely over your head and think it's bloody great and seriously warm in the winter.
Love the fact I can choose fleece or smooth with the inner installed and have never been cold in it before the lake froze over.
Do you use the original MK1 365? I have the latest one that pulls completely over your head and think it's bloody great and seriously warm in the winter.
Love the fact I can choose fleece or smooth with the inner installed and have never been cold in it before the lake froze over.
In reply to Post #29
Yeah i got the old make . .. been using it the last few winters but probably bought it 5 /6 years ago ?
Yeah i got the old make . .. been using it the last few winters but probably bought it 5 /6 years ago ?