Western Mountaineering Ultar Down Sleeping Bag

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UOG TOP PICK: The Turbat Ultar Down Sleeping Bag combines innovative design with high-quality materials. It offers extraordinary warmth without compromising weight, making it ideal for backpackers and hikers. Standout features include easy one-handed zipper operation, a wide collar, an adjustable hood, a pillow pocket, and foot ventilation—a top pick for a three-season sleeping bag.

Turbat says: 

Another pride of the Turbat brand. Uniquely balanced down sleeping bag that combines comfort and minimal weight. 333 grams of Ukrainian white goose down with 850FP elasticity is wrapped in an ultra-light Japanese fabric 10D thick. The curved shape of the zipper allows to conveniently close the sleeping bag with one hand. The sleeping bag has an insulated strap around the neck, a pillow pocket and convenient adjustment of the hood.

There is additional ventilation for the feet in the lower parts. Also, you can move briefly in the sleeping bag around the camp, bending the free lower end back. Vertical cells reduce the movement of down, and the increased volume of the lower cells in the legs ensures even better heat retention. The sleeping bag conpesses well; the set includes a cover for transportation.

Our Verdict

The Turbat Ultar Down Sleeping Bag combines innovative design with high-quality materials. This sleeping bag offers extraordinary warmth without compromising on weight and is filled with 333 grams of premium 850-fill power Ukrainian white goose down. The ultra-light 10D Japanese fabric for the outer shell further contributes to its minimal weight, making it a top choice for backpackers and hikers looking to keep their loads light.

One of the standout features of the Ultar is the curved zip, which allows for easy one-handed operation from inside the bag. This thoughtful design element enhances convenience, particularly on cold nights when dexterity is limited. Additionally, the wide collar under the neck and the adjustable hood ensures a snug fit, trapping warmth effectively while providing comfort around the head and neck.

The sleeping bag also boasts a pillow pocket, adding to the comfort by allowing you to secure your pillow or extra clothing for a makeshift pillow in place. For those who often find their feet overheating, the bag includes a unique foot ventilation feature that lets you adjust airflow to the lower parts, maintaining comfort throughout the night. The lower section of the bag can also be opened and secured, allowing you to move around camp without entirely exiting the sleeping bag—a handy feature for those chilly mornings.

Turbat has designed the Ultar with vertical baffles to reduce down migration, ensuring even insulation and warmth distribution. The slightly enlarged foot box is another smart touch, offering extra space and warmth retention for your feet. Despite its impressive thermal capabilities, the bag compresses well, making it easy to pack and carry.

Weighing in at just 701 grams and offering a comfort rating of +1.3°C and a limit rating of -4.4°C, the Turbat Ultar Down Sleeping Bag is an excellent choice for three-season camping and backpacking

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Filled with Ukrainian white goose down 850FP 90/10
• Curved shape of the zipper, which is convenient to close from the inside
• Feet ventilation on the zipper
• Warmer area around the legs
• Wide collar under the neck
• Convenient adjustment of a hood
• A pocket for a pillow inside
• The lower part opens and is fixed for short-term walking
• Well compressed
• Set with a bag for long-term storage

Specifications

• Weighs: 701g
• Temperature mode (Comfort / Limit): + 1.3°C / -4.4°C Certified according to ISO 23537-1
• Length: 215 cm 
• Designed for height: up to 185 cm
• Width of the upper part (shoulders): 85 cm
• Width at the bottom: 58 cm
• Filler weight: 333 g
• Size in the compression cover: 17 cm x 15 cm

Material & Construction

• Outer material: 10D Nylon Rip-stop DWR
• Inner material: 20D Nylon
• Filler: Ukrainian 850FP goose down

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Lightweight Sleeping Bags
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Sleeping Bag
• About Turbat
• The Ultimate Guide to Lightweight Sleeping Bags
• Down Quality
• All About Down
• Hydrophobic Down
• Responsible Down Standard