Thermarest Parsec 32F Down Sleeping Bag

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The Parsec 32F sleeping bag uses recycled fabrics making it more sustainable. This bag is ultra compact to easily fit in your bag and is full of Thermarest’s signature features.

Thermarest says

When the forecast calls for warmer temps, grab the Parsec 32F/0C. It’s the perfect choice for maximum comfort at minimal weight on summer alpine nights and even through spring and fall at lower elevations. Filled with highly compressible 800-fill Nikwax Hydrophobic Down™ that absorbs 90% less water and dries 3x faster than untreated down, the Parsec keeps you warm and dry in wet conditions. The ultralight 20D GRS-certified recycled nylon shell is a smart choice for saving weight and the planet, while the new anti-snag YKK® zipper prevents wear and tear with easy entries and exits. Improved SynergyLink™ Connectors strap to your sleeping pad to keep your sleeping bag in place, allowing freedom of movement and boosting thermal efficiency. A refined shape and heat-mapped Zoned Insulation pushes that efficiency even more by strategically allocating down to priority areas, while our down-lined Toe-asis™ foot pocket gives you a place to warm cold feet.

Our Verdict

The Parsec 32 Down Sleeping Bag is part of Therm-a-Rest’s ‘Fast & Light’ range, designed to keep you moving quickly in the hills making it ideal for alpinists and ultralight backpackers. Roomier than Thermarest’s Hyperion range, if you value comfort it’s a great choice.

Light and packable, the Parsec has all the Thermarest features you know and love at a fraction of the weight. It even features SynergyLink Connectors so you can integrate your mat and bag together, allowing you to move freely inside your bag without coming off your mat. This reduces heat loss, maximises efficiency and utilizes the warmth of your insulated mat.

800-fill down gives this bag superior temperature regulation and the Nikwax treatment repels any moisture that comes your way. There’s a 60-40 down distribution, placing more down on top and less on the bottom where the down gets compressed. By placing the down where you need it most, this technology reduces the weight of the bag while increasing the overall warmth. Overall an excellent bag that offers lightweight and packable warmth.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• High-Performance Sustainability: Shell and liner are made of a nylon that is softer to the touch, lighter than previous versions, and 100% recycled.
• Sustainable 800 Fill Nikwax Hydrophobic Down™: Responsible Down Standard certified, it absorbs 90% less water and dries 3 times faster without using dangerous PFCs for better performance in wet weather.
• Redesigned SynergyLink™ Connectors: Lighter design secures the bag to a pad, preventing midnight roll-offs while increasing the thermal efficiency of your sleep system.
• No-Fuss Zipper: YKK anti-snag zipper prevents accidental tears, making midnight ventilation and early morning exits easy. 
• Refined Fit: Tested and perfected in our onsite cold chamber, the roomy fit and precise down distribution achieve optimal thermal efficiency and comfort. 
• Toe-asis™ Foot Warmer Pocket: Ergonomic toe box that rapidly warms cold feet.
• Additional Features: Heat-trapping draft collar, full-length zipper draft tube, cinchable hood, external zip pocket, and blanket attachment loops.
• Compression sack and storage sack included.

Specifications

Short:

• Fits: 156-168cm (5ft 1in-5ft 6in)
• Girth: 145cm at shoulder, 142cm at hip, 112cm at foot
• Fabric: 100% Recycled 20D Nylon w/ DWR / 100% Recycled 20D Nylon
• Fill: 800 Fill Goose Nikwax Hydrophobic Down™, RDS
• Fill weight: 305g
• Pack size: 15 x 21 cm
• Comfort rating: 5°C / 41°F
• Comfort Limit: 0°C / 32°F
• Weight: 619g (excludes storage bags)

Regular

• Fits: 169-183cm (5ft 7in-6ft)
• Girth: 157cm at shoulder, 145cm at hip, 117cm at foot
• Fabric: 100% Recycled 20D Nylon w/ DWR / 100% Recycled 20D Nylon
• Fill: 800 Fill Goose Nikwax Hydrophobic Down™, RDS
• Fill weight: 337g
• Pack size: 15 x 21 cm
• Comfort rating: 5°C / 41°F
• Comfort Limit: 0°C / 32°F
• Weight: 717g (excludes storage bags)

Long

• Fits: 184-198cm (6ft 1in-6ft 6in)
• Girth: 165cm at shoulder, 147cm at hip, 130cm at foot
• Fabric: 100% Recycled 20D Nylon w/ DWR / 100% Recycled 20D Nylon
• Fill: 800 Fill Goose Nikwax Hydrophobic Down™, RDS
• Fill weight: 369g
• Pack size: 15 x 21 cm
• Comfort rating: 5°C / 41°F
• Comfort Limit: 0°C / 32°F
• Weight: 775g (excludes storage bags)

Help and advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Lightweight Sleeping Bags
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Sleeping Bag
• About Thermarest
• Thermarest Sleeping Bags Explained
• The EN13537 Standard
• All About Down
• Responsible Down Standard
• Hydrophobic Down
• Why is ‘PFC Free’ Important?