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Gear Guide 2011: Summer Sleeping Bags

Six summer bags that cover summer's mood swings.

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Multitasker: Exped Dreamwalker 250 Sleeping Bag



Ultralight: Terra Nova Laser 300 Elite Sleeping Bag



Most Versatile: Therm-a-Rest Alpine Down Blanket



Killer Deal: Mountainsmith Poncha 35 Bag



Warmest: Stoic Somnus 30 Sleeping Bag



Best for Couples: Big Agnes Big Creek



See all sleeping bag reviews from the 2011 Gear Guide

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