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The North Face Stormbreak 20deg Sleeping Bag
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SKU: WX2*0748582
Overview
Designed for use at camp or farther out on the trail, this sleeping bag combines technical materials with a focus on comfort and practical warmth. HEATSEEKER PRO synthetic insulation is paired with a recycled polyester shell and lining, both finished with non-PFC DWR, while vertical quilting adds stretch through the lower legs. The full-length center zip is built for side-sleeper comfort and can be vented from the bottom when temperatures or conditions call for more airflow. A compression stuffsack is included for easier packing and transport.
Why Hunters Choose the The North Face
Heatseeker Pro
Synthetic insulation offers warmth-to-weight balance,
Full-length Center
Zip supports venting from the
Two-way Center
YKK anti-snag zip uses large
Vertical Quilting
Adds stretch in the lower
Outer Shell
Non-PFC DWR finishes
Key Features
- 20°F temperature rating for campsite and backcountry use.
- HEATSEEKER PRO synthetic insulation for versatile warmth.
- Outer shell uses 30D x 30D recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finish.
- Lining uses 20D recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finish.
- Full-length two-way center YKK anti-snag zip with easy-to-use pulls.
- Vertical quilting adds stretch in the lower-leg area.
- Compression stuffsack included for packing and storage.
Best Used For
- Backcountry hunters needing a 20°F bag for cool-weather overnight trips.
- Campers who want a center-zip sleeping bag with easy venting options.
- Side sleepers looking for a bag designed to feel less restrictive.
- Users prioritizing packable synthetic insulation for backpacking and travel.
- Hunters wanting a sleeping bag with stretch in the lower-leg area.
Specifications
| Included Accessories | Compression stuffsack |
|---|---|
| Insulation | HEATSEEKER PRO high-performance synthetic insulation |
| Insulation Technology | microfiber technology |
| Lining Finish | non-PFC DWR finish |
| Lining Material | 20D recycled polyester |
| Loft Recovery | yes |
| Lower Leg Stretch | yes |
| Outer Shell Finish | non-PFC durable water-repellent (non-PFC DWR) finish |
| Outer Shell Material | 30D x 30D recycled polyester |
| Packability | yes |
| Quilting | Vertical quilting |
| Side Sleeper Friendly | yes |
| Temperature Rating | 20AdegF |
| Ventilation | vent from the bottom while leaving the top closed |
| Warmth To Weight Ratio | excellent |
| Zip Length | full length of the bag |
| Zip Pulls | large, easy-to-use pulls |
| Zip Type | Two-way center YKKA(R) anti-snag zip |
Pros
- HEATSEEKER PRO synthetic insulation offers warmth-to-weight balance, packability, and loft recovery.
- Full-length center zip supports venting from the bottom while keeping the top closed.
- Two-way center YKK anti-snag zip uses large pulls for easier operation.
- Vertical quilting adds stretch in the lower legs for more room to move.
- Outer shell and lining use recycled polyester with non-PFC DWR finishes.
- Compression stuffsack is included for more compact storage and transport.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 20°F rating sets an expected warmth range, so it may be more bag than needed for milder nights and not enough for conditions outside that range.
- The full-length center zip is designed with side sleepers in mind, but a center-zip layout may feel different from the more common side-zip setup some users prefer.
- The bag uses synthetic HEATSEEKER PRO insulation, which brings packability and loft recovery benefits, but it is a different choice than down for hunters prioritizing the lightest possible sleep system.
- The included compression stuffsack helps with transport, but compressed storage still means giving up some packed volume in the pack.
Suggested Comparisons
- Sleeping bags
- Cold-weather sleeping bags
- Synthetic insulated sleeping bags
- Backpacking sleep systems
Suggested Accessories
- Sleeping pad
- Compression stuffsack
- Sleeping bag liner
- Pillow
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature rating is the Stormbreak 20 sleeping bag designed for?
The product is listed as a 20°F sleeping bag.
What insulation does this sleeping bag use?
It uses HEATSEEKER PRO high-performance synthetic insulation with microfiber technology.
Is the zipper designed for side sleepers?
Yes. The full-length center zip is described as being comfortable for side sleepers, and it is a two-way center YKK anti-snag zip with large, easy-to-use pulls.
Does the bag have any venting options?
Yes. The zip extends the full length of the bag, so you can vent from the bottom while leaving the top closed.
What comes included with the sleeping bag?
A compression stuffsack is included.