Coleman Sun Ridge 40-Degree Cool-Weather Sleeping Bag
A 40-degree bag is only useful for warm summer nights. The TETON Celsius covers cold and warm for a small price difference.
- Skip: the TETON Celsius handles cold and warm conditions for a small price difference
- 40-degree rating is too warm for most nights below 50 degrees Fahrenheit
- Single-use bag -- only appropriate for warm summer camping
Best For / Not For
Best for
- Warm-summer car campers who will never camp below 50 degrees
- Festival campers in warm weather who only need light sleep coverage
Not for
- Most campers who encounter variable overnight temperatures
- Anyone who might camp in spring, fall, or at elevation where nights get cold
- Buyers who should check the TETON Celsius price before committing
Key Details
Why We Skip It
The 40-degree temperature rating is the core problem. Nighttime temperatures at most campgrounds regularly drop below 50 degrees even in summer, and many popular camping destinations are at elevation where nights are significantly colder than the daytime suggests. A 40-degree bag is cold at 45 degrees and miserable at 40.
For a small price premium, the TETON Celsius covers everything from warm summer nights to 0-degree winter camping. That versatility makes the Sun Ridge a poor value decision for any camper who will camp more than once a year.
When to Buy It Anyway
Buy the Coleman Sun Ridge 40F if you exclusively festival-camp or car-camp in reliably warm summer climates and have a separate bag for cold conditions. Outside of that specific scenario, the TETON Celsius is a better investment.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Lightweight for warm-weather use
- Machine washable
- Coleman reliability for casual use
Cons
- 40-degree limit is too warm for most three-season camping conditions
- The TETON Celsius gives you 40 more degrees of cold protection for minimal extra cost
- One-trick bag that will leave you cold any time temps drop below 50 degrees
Bottom Line
Skip the Coleman Sun Ridge 40F for most camping. The 40-degree limit leaves you cold most nights below 50 degrees. The TETON Celsius covers cold and warm conditions for a small price difference.
