Nemo Sonic Sleeping Bag on Snow | Photo Mike Hardaker Mountain Weekly News
The Nemo Sonic Down -20F Sleeping Bag is one of the best ways to stay warm sleeping in the cold is to simply tuck yourself in. If you winter camp, you need a dedicated cold weather sleeping bag from Nemo.
Nemo Sonic Down -20 Sleeping Bag Warmth Rating
These Nemo Sonic Sleeping Bags are available in 3 different temperature ratings. The Nemo Sonic -20F Sleeping Bag is the one I tested, there’s also a Nemo Sonic 0 Sleeping Bag and for the fair-weather campers the Nemo Sonic 15 Sleeping Bag. All 3 bags are available in either regular or long sizes.
I have found for my style of sleeping and really stretching out, going with a long size sleeping bag is worth the added weight. Best of all the NEMO Sonic Down Sleeping bag has added room in the knees that can stretch for side sleepers.
The Nemo Sonic -20F Sleeping Bag weighs 3 lb, 5 oz / 1.52 kg vs the Long version which weighs 3 lb, 9 oz / 1.62 kg.
Nemo Sonic Sleeping Bag Size
Surprisingly the Sonic bag packed down really small, while other winter bags we tested were unable to fit inside our backpacks. This led the NEMO Sonic to come with me on most adventures last winter, through the spring and even into the summer and fall.
I have slept comfortably in the NEMO Sonic in temperatures down to -10F and all the way up to 50F, and here’s why. NEMO utilized a new technology called Adjustable Thermo Gills™. This construction is able to vent heat from your core without letting cold air rush in. Waking up sweaty in your sleeping bag is no fun. You may be thinking venting really? I’m buying this bag for the cold.
The NEMO Sonic -20 Sleeping Bag is built with a burly oversized draft collar that offers a comfortable, cacoon like feel. You won’t want to pull yourself out of this bag. Best of all a small size pillow or extra layers can easily be stuffed in the hood for added padding.
Durability
The NEMO Sonic Sleeping Bag is made of 20D Nylon Ripstop w/ DWR on the outside. With that material, I cringed when my dog jumped on my bag. Be sure to keep the bag away from any sharp objects.
On the inside, NEMO uses 100% (RDS) Certified 850 Fill Power down offering a great warmth to weight ratio.
Nemo Sonic -20 Sleeping Bag Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Comfortable for side sleepers
- Adjustable Thermo Gills for temperature control
- Cozy, lightweight, and packable
Cons:
- Expensive price tag
- Need to be careful with sharp objects
- May not suit warm weather campers
Overall Impression
Looking for a cozy, warm, lightweight, packable sleeping bag to go everywhere and do everything? Heck, I’m sold. NEMO’s Sonic Down -20F Sleeping Bag will create adventures for years to come.
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Great review! I’ve been considering the Nemo Sonic Down -20 for my winter camping trips, and your insights on its warmth and packability really help. Love that it’s lightweight but still provides the necessary insulation. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Vince,
Winter camping is a blast, and this bag from NEMO makes it super cozy. Even well below zero.
You will love love love this winter sleeping bag built for cold temps.
-Mike
Great review! I’ve been considering the Nemo Sonic Down -20 for my winter camping trips. Your insights on its warmth and compressibility really help in making a decision. I appreciate the detailed breakdown of the features as well. Thanks for sharing!
Joe,
It’s a great bag that truly makes winter camping a LOT of fun. Especially with the ability to camp in temperatures well under freezing.
-Mike