Poncho Liner as a sleeping bag liner?

[Blitzzz (RIP)]

No need fo zipper ,you can tie the bottom strings together and slide the thing in the bag. just make sure it covers your feet. Also in realy cold -20 weather at night I learned to sleep with my Boots one puched into the other formig a "U" shape. Sleep with your head in the "U" between the boots and in the morning put the nice and warm boots on.. Blitz also in same weather put your foot of the bag in a waterproof bag feet stay toasty. Blitz

[Diablo Blanco]

Good ideas Blitz, I've heard the WW bag trick but never tried it

For the field, I've had zippered liners for years now. I love 'em! As part of conditioning I try not to sleep with any components from the sleep system. I find it irritating. I've seen soldiers sleeping with all three pieces in Iraq during the summer! Every deployment I've been on I pack a mexican blanket and a sheet into my sustainment bag for the extended stays. It's nice for the cot and provides just enough warmth. I hate the 3 piece sleep system! It's noisy, bulky and makes people soft. I'll make a bed out of anything.

On a more recent note, I started using an XL MicroNet Fleece towel as a blanket for warmer conditions. It's light, not too hot, keeps the bugs off and packs to the size of a t-shirt. Additionally it dries out in a snap and has additional functions as well: towel, shade, lens cleaner...

[The Reaper]

I have used the WP bag trick before and usually, it traps a good amount of moisture in the bottom of the bag.

The boot pillow trick is a good one, thanks!

TR

[Diablo Blanco]

Originally Posted by The Reaper

I have used the WP bag trick before and usually, it traps a good amount of moisture in the bottom of the bag.

The boot pillow trick is a good one, thanks!

TR

Side Note: Would you say that the amount of moisture could contribute to a drinking water supply if collected with a sponge?

[Pete]

Originally Posted by Diablo Blanco

Side Note: Would you say that the amount of moisture could contribute to a drinking water supply if collected with a sponge?

No - The bag traps the moisture like an Ice Tea glass. It condenses and then is rugged into your sleeping bag. Same thing with a GorTex cover. Over time with quick packing your sleeping bag will get damp.

In nasty weather you can put your wet feet with the boots on inside a WP bag and then stick them inside your sleeping bag. Keeps the sleeping bag clean and dry but the medics will slape you all over your head for the abuse you are doing to your feet.

Sleep without the covers when you can to allow the moisture to come out of your sleeping bag.

In really cold weather look between the Gortex cover and your bag when you wake up. You'll see a layer of frost inside the Gortex cover.