ALPS Mountaineering Monarch Pass

Review Date
April 2, 2001

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: SherpaKroto(Unregistered User) ,  Mountaineer , from North Reading, MA

Price Paid:  $70.00 at Gear.com

Summary:
A good bag for the cash. GReat entry level bag for 3 season backpacking/camping. The best thing abouth this bag is the generous cut. If you are looking for a roomy bag with shoulder room (34 inch) get the long version. I've had it down to 20 and was very warm. Only drawback - I have the older HV model which is heavier than I'd like. I also own their Spruce Mtn down bag - also a great deal.

Customer Service:
EXCELLENT!!! You actually get to talk to a human who understands what you are talking about.

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Review Date
March 21, 2001

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Visitors rate this review
5.00 of 5, 1 votes

Reviewed by: Chris Bailey(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from New Haven, MO,USA

Price Paid:  $71.00 at ALPS Mountaineering

Summary:
This bag rocks!! Even though its only rated to 20 its still very comfortable. I got a great deal on it. If you are a Boy Scout you can get a 55% discount. I got the long size which fits a person that 7'1. Maybe the only drawback is the weight. At a hefty 4lbs,3oz it could be a bit heavy for backpacking. The insulation is Polarguard 3D. The bag comes with a compression stuff sack. It also has a contoured hood as well as insulated chest tube. The bag is shingled construction. The insulation overlaps so there won't be any cold spots. This is an all-around great bag.

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