We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Western Mountaineering HighLite Sleeping Bag: 35 Degree Down and summarize the results below:
Universal Ranking
PeakScore: 86 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.7 stars 
Expert Rating: 3.4 stars 
Number of Ratings Reviewed: 111
Pros & Cons
Reasons to buy:
User Reviews
- It is incredibly small when packed down! I can fit this bag and my pad and pillow at the bottom of my pack.
- Excellent loft when taken out of stuff sack.
- 850+ goose down and vertical baffles give this bag a high warmth to weight ratio.
Expert Reviews
- Incredibly lightweight and packs down to the size of a loaf of bread.
- Warm for its weight. A good option for minimalist adventurers.
Reasons NOT to buy:
User Reviews
- The shallow hood is more drawstring closure than hood.
- The zipper frequently comes fully undone, which can be frustrating in the middle of the night.
- The super slim cut limits mobility and doesn’t accommodate a range of body types.
- 2/3 zipper means you can’t fully unzip the bag on warm nights, leading to overheating and poor ventilation.
- You’ll need to layer up if the temperature drops below 30 degrees.
Expert Reviews
- Narrow fit can be constricting.
- Hood and zipper compare poorly to other bags with like features. The bag also lacks a draft collar around the neck.
- I never got quality sleep below 40 degrees.
- Fabric is thin and delicate, needs careful handling.
- Pricey for a minimalist bag.
Summary:
The Western Mountaineering HighLite Sleeping Bag: 35 Degree Down weighs a mere 15 ounces and packs down small. For ultralight adventurers willing to sacrifice on warmth, comfort and ease of use to save on weight, this bag will get the job done. If warmth and reliability are your priorities, you can find a number of lightweight bags on the market that outperform the HighLite at comparable prices.
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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.