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Camping & Outdoor · Winter Sleeping Bags

Do I need a draft collar and draft tube on a winter bag?

Reviewer consensus

Yes — reviewers across gear publications consistently flag draft collars (around the shoulders) and zipper draft tubes as the difference between a comfortable cold-weather bag and one that bleeds heat. They're standard on serious winter bags and missing or thin on most budget options.

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