While a small packed size is nice, we ascribed the least importance to this metric. From its rugged outer shell to its warm fleece center quilt, the Teton Sports Polara 3-in-1 is a stylish interchangeable bag that offers a wide range of customizable warmth. Each piece of the Polara is a separate and unique layer that can be added, removed, or interchanged, allowing it to be multiple bags in one. This layering system provides options, letting campers customize their warmth needs in different climates, temperatures, and seasons.
Too bad the buyer at Walmart has gone to sleep on quality control on this product. Of the two-person bags we tested, the Nemo Jazz 30 Double was our favorite for its plush comfort, followed closely by the Kelty Tru.Comfort. Both bags are similar in design, but in the end, we simply preferred the Nemo’s interior and exterior fabrics over the Kelty. Nice Ozark Trail Warmfoot 75” by 33” Polyester fiber batting insulation.
The one that came closest is the Kelty Tru.Comfort 20 Doublewide. This bag employs a hooded design that traps heat around the head. The Nemo Jazz 30 Double is very similar in design to the Kelty and performed about the same.
While neither bag matched the performances of our top three, both are still quite cozy and are certainly warm enough for three seasons. I notice this isn’t the first review with this complaint. The zipper broke on my warm weather bag on the second night out. Too bad too because overall I’ve had good luck with Ozark Trail stuff.
Both are over-sized, traditional canvas bags with tons of space and padding. When comparing the two side by side, the Redwood is more comfortable because of its fabrics. It’s lined with cotton flannel and enveloped in a cotton canvas shell. These materials are weighty, soft, and very comfortable. It’s also spacious, eliminating the claustrophobic feeling of narrower bags on the market. The Deer Hunter is constructed of synthetic fabrics that are silky, smooth, and comfortable, but there is a distinct difference between the two bags.
The Teton Polara and REI Siesta shared the spotlight in this metric. Each has its own unique features that earned it a top score. The Polara stands out for its unsurpassed layering ozark trail canopy system that allows the bag to be customized for warmth. The Siesta’s main draw is its plush hood and several smaller design considerations that help it effectively retain heat.