Mountain Hardwear Phantom
Summary
Price At Time Of Writing | $450.00
Our Overall Rating | 90 out of 100
Pros - Very warm, lightweight, good compression
Cons - No hydrophobic treatment on down fill
Overall - Ideal for a bit of extra warmth at a reasonable weight
Technical Specifications
Packed Size - 13x6in
Weight - 1lb 7oz
Fill - 850-fill Goose down
Our Analysis & Ratings
The Mountain Hardwear Phantom is one of the best in terms of warmth-to-weight ratio. The 850-fill-down insulation is an excellent fit for those who want to do more serious expeditions. Warmth is doubled around the head with its four-chamber hood, worth mentioning as it does a great job at that. It can be packed down into a high-end compression sack for convenient carry. Definitely a great choice for an alpine traverse.
Comfort - A tight mummy-cut bag with the right insulation. Draft collar blocks effectively prevent air from getting into the sack and keep you warm. A good choice for those who like a snug-fit type of sleeping bag.
Construction - A 10-denier recycled ripstop nylon shell, a 20-denier nylon taffeta lining and a durable water-repellent finish give it a good balance between warmth and weight.
Features - The anti-snag, #5 zipper is a straightforward feature for easy entry and exit. It has a small pocket to store a gadget or torch. We also like the draft collar, which you can easily cinch to your preferred fit.
Size/Weight - At 1lb 7oz, it is certainly on the lightweight side, with a nylon compression sack and mesh storage sack for compact packing. It has a thinner sleeping size, which feels tighter, but the 850-fill-power-down insulation does well heat-wise for such a compressible bag.
Versatility - This bag is made for winter conditions and has essential functions like the added head chamber layers and windproof materials for any condition, but it does not have hydrophobic treatment, which is an essential that we would’ve loved to see.
Overall - The Mountain Hardwear Phantom has its pros that significantly outweigh its cons, making it worth investing in. Great for backpacking anywhere.
