Nemo Disco 15 Review | BEST Sleeping Bag For Bigger Folks | BEST Sleeping Bag for SIDE SLEEPING
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- Опубліковано 2 лип 2024
- In this video, I’ll review the Nemo Equipment Disco 15 sleeping bag. I also discuss packing a sleeping bag for backpacking, down sleeping bag care, and plenty more. After trying several sleeping bags over the years, this is, at least for me, the best sleeping bag for backpacking. The spoon shape of the Nemo Disco 15 sleeping bag makes it the best sleeping bag for side sleepers and stomach sleepers. The Nemo Riff (800 FP down) and the Nemo Forte (synthetic) also have the spoon shape.
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00:00 Nemo Disco 15 sleeping bag
01:04 Features of the Nemo Disco?
07:01 Nemo Disco specs
08:21 Down sleeping bag storage/stuffing
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As a bigger dude, I appreciate the review! It helped me decide between the Riff and the Disco. I went with the Disco. We'll see how it turns out!
I hope it works well for you!
This is such a great comprehensive review. Honestly, thank you so much! I’m just getting into backpacking with my boyfriend and gear reviews like this are so incredibly helpful. Definitely subscribing. ☺️
Thank you so much, Ainslie! I hope you two get out there soon!!
I've been looking at this bag and as a bigger guy wanted an honest review. Thank you. This was a great review and helped me in my decision making. 👍
Awesome! I hope you find exactly what you're looking for!
Really great review!
“That’s not super useful in my particular situation.” Lol! 😂. Same, girl. Same.
I mean… 😏
Thank you! Finally someone on here that’s reviewing a sleeping bag I wanted to get, but thought my size was going to be a problem. For the big girls.
Thank you, Danielle! I hope you find what works for you! If not this, I've also been very happy with my UGQ quilts.
Loved watching your video! Just upgraded to this bag for myself and the men’s version for my husband. Very excited for the fill vent things :)
Yay! I hope you both love them!
Good job on the video, thank you! Very helpful.
Thank you, David! I'm glad it was helpful!
Solid information.
Thank you!
Great review with lots of extra tips that are key for a lot of beginners, but common sense for seasoned packers. +1 sub, about to pick this bag up myself after days of long research
Welcome aboard! Thank you for the sub! I hope you love your new bag!
@@WanderingSwitchback Sadly REI dont ship this brand overseas so I will have to ship it to a friend in the US and have him send it over. Welp, better late than never, best of luck to you!
Sorry to hear of the delay, but I hope it's worth the wait!
I love camping and backpacking, and have gained weight since I turned 50, and I am a stomach sleeper! I have a very old down bag but would love to get a bag that works better for me. I will definitely consider the down version of this bag. Thank you for the great and honest review!
Thank you so much! I hope whatever you end up with works well for you! You might also look at quilts, which are very comfortable as well. I have a more recent video about that.
Thank you, that was about the best review, I've ever seen.
I just purchased the same bag today!
Fro REI, long, anyway, I loved the color scheme, but I'm a man, so I worried about that, I'm 5,9" 195lb, and 61yrs. I haven't been backing in 25 yrs. But I was a backing full, from 17-25, anyway, I think I made the right decision! I live in AZ. And can't Waite to get up in the mountains , this fall and winter! Thank you!
Thank you for your kind words! I hope you love the bag and have the most amazing time getting back into backpacking!
@@WanderingSwitchback thank you, to, and thanks for the reply, my cell phone will be disabled, unless I have an emergency , and I want bring a radio, I just want to tune out!
And tune in"
Thanks, this was really helpful. I'm a newbie and looking at this sleeping bag and the Big Agnes. I sleep with my knee jacked up too on one side. Helpful to know the Big Agnes is too narrow in the knees. Also thanks for demonstrating the compression stuff sack.
I hope you're able to sleep comfortably! I really wanted the Big Agnes to work, but it was really not the right fit for me.
Great video! Love love love my Nemo Disco (mine’s the 30 degree). I love the space for sidesleeping. I’ve got a lightweight down blanket that I stuff inside with me for more softness and takes up some dead air space for more warmth if needed. Also, bc I have a single walled tent and I’m condensation-phobic on my down, I can throw a lightweight synthetic quilt on top, for some warmth and to save my down from getting wet. Take care!
Great tip on the down blanket! I have one from Get Out Gear that they sent me that would be good for something like what you've described. I do the same thing with the synthetic quilt (well, old 50° sleeping bag) when it's gonna be cold. It does a good job. I'm glad you love the Disco! It's a great bag if you don't sleep like a mummy and want a bag over a quilt.
@@WanderingSwitchback yes, not only am I a side sleeper, I also toss and turn so much, and the Nemo Disco still feels comfortable. Keep up the great content, thanks!
Tks 4 very nice review. I bought forte 35 version which is same bag except has synthetic filler. Especially grateful to you 4 showing how to use the extra part of the stuff sac. I had no idea what it was for.😢
I'm glad it was helpful! It's easy to not know what some of these extra parts are for!
Neat: great review. Nemo specs women's at a 17F comfort which seems really good. For instance many of the 15F bags are set at likec28F comfort.
Thank you! I wish the comfort for me with this bag was that low! More like 42°F, but still a great bag!
Having a 60" hip span, this didn't work for me sadly I felt like a pig in a blanket lol I couldn't move.or barely zip it up. I want to love this bag. I gave it to my daughter and she loves it! I had to switch to a quilt.
I’m really hopeful that we see more options for larger bodies with sleep systems so we don’t have to go to quilts every time (if you don’t want a quilt). Having the right fit for YOUR body is so critical to an enjoyable experience. I hope the quilt is working well for you! I’m glad to hear your daughter loves the Disco, at least! ❤️
I'm similar sized and I fit inside marmots trestles plus sized bag. I only use it for cold trips though. Quilts are so much better.
Mine arrived today - not surprised that it's too tight in my hip area , I'm gonna keep it anyway because I love the colors and it's nice n snuggly. I'll use it like a quilt
Oh no! The inside is super soft and I love the draft collar on it. You may want to swap it for a quilt. Sorry to hear it ended up too snug!!
This was an awesome review and just what I was looking for. You showed EVERYTHING one needs to know about this bag. Especially helpful was showing the stuff sack process and final size once in the sack. I have been researching the heck on this bag and finally a great in depth review. I want this bag...the cost is a bit intimidating though. Thank you!! P.S. what is your pillow?
Thank you so much! It’s a great bag, I will say.
This is my pillow setup:
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Hello friend..Good luck
Thank you very much! I hope you're well!
Hey! I have that same pillow! Got it in Hiawassee, GA just before my Foothills Trail thru hike. I love it! I have a 30- degree quilt right now, but I’m thinking I’m going to need something warmer for fall.
I like to put the pillow on top of an inflatable! It works great!
@@WanderingSwitchback yes it does. You need to come east and hike some of our beautiful trails in the upstate of SC!
@@seniorcamperhikes6078 I couldn’t agree more! It’s been almost 20 years since I’ve been to the South- long overdue, and itching to see the trails there! ❤️🥾
@@WanderingSwitchback I would be happy to show you my favorite trails. I’m old and slow, but still love it.
I'll keep you posted if I ever head out that way! I'm definitely not fast, even when I run the trails!
Yes😊 proper sized sleeping bags
I've been stuck with Colman bags that don't compress down small enough, imagine dragings around a 3 gallon bucket fully compressed
How long is the bag? I'm 6'1 and beefy😂👌
Check out the Nemo site- the men's regular says it's good up to 6' and the long up to 6'6"!
Been there! I say whatever gets ya on the trail!
@@WanderingSwitchback enough room to curl up in😊 what's the temp rating hun?
Lol "girl pocket"... And all us women immediately knew exactly what you meant!
Haha, right? We all know the struggle!!!!!
Thanks so much. Any thoughts on how this compares relative to the Zenbivy?
Good question, I don't have any personal experience with Zenbivy, so I can't really speak to it. I've heard they have great products. I believe their sleep system is heavier than this, but also more versatile. I know that may not be super helpful!
My son has the 15 degree Disco (tall male version as he's over 6ft) and loves it. He had to add a blanket when we were actually sleeping in 15 degrees, but it was just a cheap fleece blanket. He is a side sleeper and the time we shared a tent, he accordioned up and was just as comfortable as could be. I have a Zenbivy and love it as well. Sleeping bags make me feel claustrophobic when I'm cinching down the hood and then try and roll in the bag. The Zenbivy, I can tuck my head under the hood and "pull the covers up" and still feel like I can move about just fine. You can also control the sense of tightness by clipping it in or leaving it loose. The quilt by itself seems to weigh about the same as most quilts on the market, it's the sheet with the hood and side shield that makes it heavier. We've never switched bags though, so I can't give you an absolute comparison.
Hey there! 👋 Could you do a video of you getting in this bag and how much room you have? (Maybe you have already and I missed it 😅) I'm considering getting this specific bag but worried it might not be the right size for me😬I'm needy and I don't want a small bag lol 😂😂
Hi! The measurements should be available online, but I've actually started using a quilt now, and I like how much more roomy it is. It's not the right option for everyone, but it's another one to consider. I have this video about why I like it here: ua-cam.com/video/b9sxM0eoyP4/v-deo.html But if you're going with a bag, one of Nemo's spoon-shaped bags is the way to go!
I'm still learning and I really appreciate your review! I'm surprised that your bag is for such a low temperature rating, but you use it for weather that is triple the temperature rating degrees. Is that normal? I was about to buy a 35 degree bag thinking I'd be plenty warm!
Most bags and quilts will be rated for temps about 15-20 degrees lower than temps in which they will actually keep you comfortable. I have a more in-depth video about choosing a bag or quilt here: ua-cam.com/video/4q9GhD0k9Ts/v-deo.html
Your sleeping pad will matter a lot, too. Look for a high r-value to keep you warm. ua-cam.com/video/29rijk4d9Aw/v-deo.html
In short, yes, this is common, and it will also be impacted by how you sleep. I generally tend to sleep warm, but I still need a lot to keep me warm in cold temps. I just got 0 degree and 30 degree quilts, so I'm looking forward to trying them out this year.
Some brands will have more accurate ratings than others, and unfortunately, there really isn't a standard that they have to meet, so it's a good idea to explore a lot of reviews to see what peoples' real world experiences are with something like that.
Thanks, Angela! There's so much to learn! 🙂
Outstanding review!!! Thank you! I am a side sleeper and do to back issues need to sleep with my knees up (aka fetal position). I am not a large man, about 185 lbs 5’9”, do you think this would be wide enough ? Btw, I cannot stand the mummy style bag.
TY!!!😉😉😉😉
Thank you, Paul! I’m not sure if there would be room to pull your knees up close to your chest inside the bag- I’d say if you expected to have the bag over/around your legs, it would work, but a quilt would have your thighs against your chest more, if that makes sense.
@@WanderingSwitchback Thank you. 😉
Hi Paul, just my two cents: I’m a side sleeper that likes my knees bent, too. In the Nemo Disco I will often sleep with one knee up as high as I want, and the other knee just a little lower. If I’m on my left side, my right knee is a little higher, and my left knee just a bit lower, so not “fetal position”, but a bit of a “staggered fetal position”. I decided to try mine out and return it if needed, but it worked out great. I hope you find something that works well for you.
@@elr05 Thank you so much! Actually as I think about it I do find the position you described “staggered fetal” to be very comfortable with my back issues.
I appreciate you taking the time for your comments. I hope this day finds you well!🙏👍😁
For the vent, there is another zipper inside the sleeping bag you must open for the full effect of temp control.
Maybe that's on a newer version? I just checked mine to see if I'd missed them, and I don't see anything anywhere inside. But I'd imagine that would help cool it down even more.
@@WanderingSwitchback oh maybe ! I saw from a video showcasing there product
@@WanderingSwitchback ua-cam.com/video/uxnD1VpJKfw/v-deo.html right at this point we can see the inside zipper. i think you are correct to say its a newer model
@@Beau_Guerrier it looks like that's the Forte, which is another Nemo model, so it may be on there, but not on the Disco. It also looks like this is a brand new version of the Forte, a 100% recycled version, which is wonderful! Perhaps they'll be doing something similar with the Disco? Time will tell!
I put a flashlight in that weird little pocket for middle of the night adventures
I always carry ten hour hand warmers to use in the foot of the bag to battle moisture issues with the foot of my sleeping bag and to dry out me boots overnight 👍
I'm all jabbery today😂 been awhile since I've watched and missed ya😊
Great ideas! I could keep my head lamp in there- might be better than leaving it out like I do. I have rechargeable hand warmer I take on cold trips, and it can be a nice bonus inside my bag. Down booties are nice, too!
How small does it compresses down for back country hikes. Never mind great video
It still takes up about half of my pack. I don't usually use the compression sack, so that it can take up the nooks and crannies better, and fit around my bear canister. I do, however, often use a 55L compression sack/pack liner, so it goes inside there. Not sure how helpful that is! 😂
Just curious about the issues you had with the Sidewinder. As I understand it, when you toss around the Disco, you toss around _inside_ it, while with the Sidewinder you toss around _with_ it. Same would apply with knees, if you bend them in the Sidewinder, the whole bag bends with them, while in the Disco, they stay inside. So I'm guessing the issue was with not being able to bend one knee at a time, or not being able to spread the knees, would that be correct?
And follow up question, watching videos of the Sidewinder, I like how it "hugs" the top half of the body. How does that compare with the Disco in terms of warmth? I'm a cold sleeper and need the top of my spine to be as warm as possible.
Part of my issue with the Sidewinder was that as a stomach sleeper, my back was cold. I had also purchased a short, which was definitely too short, and my toes hurt from it (user error there). And, as you said, since I sleep with my legs apart, the Sidewinder was still too narrow in the knees for me. I've been using a quilt more lately, and it's an even better fit for how I sleep (mine is a UGQ Bandit). I hope that helps some! 🙂
@@WanderingSwitchback Thanks, that's very helpful. I actually just ordered the Nemo Riff, the slightly more compact version of the Disco. Being able to bring just one knee up is really important to me too.
Hi! I have the same sleeping bag, and looking for a liner go with it for additional warmth, do you have any recommendations? Thanks!
Look at the series Sea to Summit has. I’ve found, after using a couple, they really only add about 1/3 of the claimed warmth, but they do make a difference. The Thermolite Reactor Extreme is the warmest they offer, so I’d go with that one. I don’t have that specific model, but a couple of other Reactor liners. I hope that helps!
@@WanderingSwitchback Thanks!!!! I'll check them out!!
Great comprehensive video!! It’s on sale so this video helped me decide. Sold!
I was hoping you might get INSIDE the bag and share your thoughts re how the bag shape does or does not align with YOUR shape. Did you buy reg or long? What is it like to move around in the bag? You know, something that cannot be readily surmised by reviewing the mfg website.
Mine is a regular length (I’m 5’4”). I did demonstrate myself laying inside, as well as my position, to show how it fits my shape, but thank you for the feedback about actually moving in it. I will keep that in mind for future reviews. 🙂 I’m able to get my knee *almost* as high as I’d like. Moving in it goes better than a more snug fit, but going side to side, sometimes the hood does get misaligned. Since I’m a stomach sleeper, the hood isn’t as useful to me. I hope that helps!
How much is it I one to buy one I'm a mountain guide in kilimanjaro the highest mountain in Africa
What an incredible career!
The Disco 15 runs about $320-350 USD, although it looks like REI has them on sale right now for about $225 USD, if you can get them shipped to you!
How does it compare to the riff?
The Riff would be similar, except that the down is a higher fill power, meaning it's a little lighter and more compressible for the same warmth. I hope that helps!
@@WanderingSwitchback indeed
One other thing to note is that the Riff has smaller proportions. So if your a bigger person (like me), you may want that extra space. Its not much but it could count. It also has the "Ultralight Spoon" shape vs the "Classic Spoon" shape of the Disco. All in all, that boils down to more room in the Disco vs the Riff.
How wide is the sleeping bag?
The hip girth is 58”, and the shoulder girth is 62”, I believe.
Big....OR if you are a tossing, turning, side sleeping maniac😜
Yes! The super tight nature of a mummy bag is the enemy of the mobile sleeper!!
Great review. You should come work @ REI
Haha, thanks, Bruce! It was a dangerous job for my wallet when I worked there 10 years ago, and I suspect it would be even more so now! But I do miss always talking to people about their adventures and helping them get their gear in order. It’s a fun place to work!
I can’t find one video of anyone getting in this sleeping bag and tossing around.
Good point. I have found it's much easier to move around in this bag compared with other bags I've used. Not quite as easy as a quilt, but definitely roomier. Not sure if that's super helpful or not! 😊