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The North Face Blaze Sleeping Bag

Hiking & Camping > Sleeping Bags & PadsRated: **** by 18 reviews.

Altrec

Ideal for camping in a tent or out under the stars, the 20F-rated Blaze Sleeping Bag from The North Face offers exceptional comfort and practical features for every casual outdoor enthusiast. Unlike some sleeping bags that force you to pay for features you'll never use, the Blaze gives you exactly what you need--including an affordable price tag. The Blaze features a synthetic (and fast-drying) Climashield HL synthetic fill with an overlapping shingle construction that traps air far better than those cheap knock-offs you find on clearance at the discount sporting good stores. The zippered hood can be left open for additional ventilation or you can cinch things up with the one-hand pull cords. Keep in mind that the Blaze has silky taffeta nylon along the shell and the lining, so it's great for cabin and tent camping--not sleeping outside in slightly damp conditions (although the synthetic Climashield HL will certainly retain some of its insulating properties if wet).

Features:

  • Brushed tricot footbox sleeve for extra thermal warmth
  • Chest level handwarmer pocket is also perfect for a mini flashlight
  • Easy access zipper pull with No-Snag stiffener in zipper column and a head-level zipper garage
  • External length in regular: 84 in. (213 cm.) sized for adults up to 6 ft. (183 cm.) in height
  • Foot circumference in regular: 40 in. (102 cm.)
  • Footbox can be zipped open for venting (also converts sleeping bag to a comforter)
  • Full length draft tube eliminates cold breezes
  • Hip circumference in regular: 58 in. (147 cm.)
  • Includes nylon/mesh storage bag and compression stuff sack
  • One-hand pull cord for hood adjustments
  • Overlapping shingle construction with added quilted insulation along hood, handwarmer pocket and footbox areas
  • Shoulder circumference in regular: 62 in. (157 cm.)
  • Soft and silky 100% nylon shell and lining fabric
  • Stuff sack dimensions: 9.5 x 18 in. (24 x 46 cm.)
  • Warm and affordable Climashield HL synthetic insulation rated to 20F (-7C)
  • Weight: 3 lbs. 2 oz. (1,419 gm.) in regular size

This description was also provided by: Altrec Outlet

O2GearShop.com (Spring 2009)

The Blaze keeps sportsmen and backpackers warm and comfortable within its silky taffeta shell and lining in temperatures down to 20ºF. A slew of technical features converge on this bag in a seamless design, allowing its user to easily locate, adjust, and utilize all of them in the dark.

Features:

  • Avg Total Weight [reg] 3 lbs 2 oz (1419 g) [long] 3 lbs 5 oz (1505 g)
  • Brushed tricot footbox with footwarmer sleeve
  • Chest-level handwarmer pocket
  • Climashield™ HL synthetic insulation
  • Easy-grab pull tabs
  • Fill Weight [reg] 1 lb 9 oz (705 g) [long] 1 lb 11 oz (755 g)
  • Full-length draft tube
  • Head-level zip garage
  • No-Snag stiffener in zip column
  • Nylon mesh storage bag and stuffsack included
  • One-hand pull cords for easy hood adjustments
  • Overlapping shingle construction
  • Shell Fabric Silky taffeta-100% nylon
  • Silky taffeta shell and lining
  • Stuffsack Size 9.5" x 18" (24 cm x 46 cm)
  • Temp Rating 20° F/-7° C
  • Zip-open footbox for venting or to use as a blanket
  • Zip-open hood

Mountain Gear

The Blaze from The North Face is a dependable 3-season bag featuring overlapping shingle construction and Climashield HL insulation that keeps insulating even if the bag gets wet.

Features:

  • Chest level handwarmer pocket
  • Climashield HL is continuous filament insulation that won't pull apart, creating cold spots, and offers durability, high thermal efficiency and water resistance for total comfort
  • Includes a nylon/ mesh storage bag and stuff sack
  • One hand pull cords for easy hood adjustments; zip-open hood
  • Overlapping shingle construction evenly distributes insulation throughout the bag for consistent warmth and uniform loft that doesn't shift
  • Silky taffeta shell and lining; brushed tricot footbox with footwarmer sleeve
  • The features are rounded out with a head level zipper garage, full-length draft tube, no-snag stiffener in zipper column and easy grab pull tabs
  • Zip open footbox for venting or to use as a blanket

Moosejaw

No description provided.

External Length reg:84" (213 cm) lng: 90" (228 cm)
Fill weight:1 lb 9 oz (Regular); 1 lb 11 oz (Long)
Fits to:6 foot (Regular); 6 ft 6 in (Long)
Foot Circumference reg:40" (102 cm) lng: 40" (102 cm)
Hip Circumference reg:58" (147 cm) lng: 60" (152 cm)
Insulation:Climashield HL
Max User Height reg:6'0" (183 cm) lng: 6'6" (198 cm)
Shell material:silky taffeta
Shoulder / hip / foot girth:62 / 58 / 40 inches (Regular); 64 / 60 / 40 inches (Long)
Shoulder Circumference reg:62" (157 cm) lng: 64" (163 cm)
Stuff size:8 x 9.5 inches
Temperature rating:20 degrees Fahrenheit
Total weight:3 lb 2 oz (Regular); 3 lb 5 oz (Long)

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The North Face BlazeThe North Face BlazeUnspecified$129.00 - $139.00

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SizeColor
Aviator Blue
Aviator Blue
Lh
Lh
Rh
Rh
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Regular 129.00129.00 
Long 139.00139.00 
Long Left Zip129.00   
Regular LH   128.95
Regular Left Zip129.00   
Regular Right Zip129.00   
Long RH   128.95
Regular RH   128.95
Long Right Zip129.00   
Long LH   128.95
N/A101.97138.95   

Legend

  •     - O2GearShop.com (Spring 2009)
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Altrec Outlet
  •     - Mountain Gear

The North Face Blaze Sleeping Bag Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

North Face

Rating:*****
I love the sleeping bag very much. It keeps me warm and it's best feature is the zipper that does not snag or open as you sleep and the full length draft tube along the inside. I also have plenty of room to squirm in the bag without feeling I am being smooched like a sausage! The only thing I hate is the material of brushed tricot (for the foot box inside the bag...uggg! It snags with my toe nails, so I have to wear socks. I also love the ability to be able to open the bottom of the bag for my feet (which is separate from the other zipper on the side) VERY CLEVER and useful. For the price and all the goodies you get with this bag, worth the value and great use you will get from it! My opinion a "FIVE STAR BAG"
LORRIE WOOD at Altrec on 05/19/2007

"Better Get one Soon!"

Rating:*****
I love this bag, I have a large frame, 5'11 240 pounds and this bag gives me enough room to move around just fine. Just had it out on a 34 degree night and I was plenty warm, I wore boxers and a t shirt to bed and was expecting to get a little cold so I threw a thermal in the bag and a pair of sox but never needed them. Had to unzip it just a little to cool off in the morning. The bag seems a little heavy but then again so am I.
Travis at Moosejaw on 03/22/2009

Great mid priced bag

Rating:****
This is the second similar bag we have purchased made by North Face. The other one was purchased three years ago and we have been very happy with it. My son and I plan on using them for a backpacking trip to Philmont this summer. Improvements on this bag is the zipper in the foot and head. I would recommend to anyone and for youth in BSA because of the price and durablity. If you purchase a stuff sack with pull straps, you can pack it even smaller then with the bag is comes with it.
Anonymous at Altrec on 05/11/2009

Made Great, but sized for a smaller fit than advertised

Rating:****
This sleeping bag is made to last and it looks and feels great! The only problem that I have is that it is very narrow and doesn't allow enough room to get comfortable. I am only 5'8" and in fit condition (not fat) and this was supposed to fit a larger person, however my Japanese wife is the one who could fit into it comfortably, whereas I can pour myself in, but not really enjoy it.
Brad at Altrec on 02/14/2009

"Quality synthetic for scouts"

Rating:****
Purchased this bag for my son's first backpacking scout trip. It comes with a storage sack and a stuff sack for the backpack. The stuff sack could use a ladder tie on it to make attaching to a pack a bit easier. The back proved to be very warm on a 30 degree night, and is going to be a great addition to his gear.
Duane at Moosejaw on 11/05/2007

"This Bag is AMAZING"

Rating:*****
i am accually sitting in this bag right now and i dont want to get out. i am going backpacking in 2 days and i am really hoping it holds up. it is really warm and the shingle locking insulation keeps it from moving around if it is the stuffsack too long.
Susan at Moosejaw on 12/21/2007

Awesome!

Rating:*****
Love this sleeping bag! You stay plenty warm, and if you get too hot you can open up just at the bottom so your feet can cool off. Also, the pouch around your hips is perfect if your hands are cold.
Anonymous at Altrec on 09/03/2009

"Booom! goes the dynamite."

Rating:*****
This bag is great. VERY comfy. I was expecting to be a little crammed inside the bag but there's a ton of room. It's also very warm for how light it is. Excellent purchase. Now all I need is a pillow..
Jacob at Moosejaw on 01/21/2008

"Great for the Money."

Rating:*****
Great sleeping bag! I use it in the winter and fall and am always very toasty. In the summer I uselly just sleep on top of it. Great bag for the money!
Kee at Moosejaw on 11/29/2007

Good bag

Rating:****
Well made, light, stuffs easily. Good to about rated temp of 20 deg F. Great service from Altrec. Finally fast and cheap shipping to Alaska! Thanks
Scott Hansen at Altrec on 05/19/2007