Is the EMS Peak 800 warm enough for winter camping?

No. Its 14°F limit rating makes it a three-season bag. For sustained sub-freezing nights, pair it with a liner or step up to a colder-rated bag.

What is the difference between comfort and limit temperature?

Comfort is the temperature a cold-sensitive sleeper stays comfortable at, here 23°F. Limit is the lower edge for a warm sleeper in a baselayer, here 14°F.

Is the down responsibly sourced?

Yes. The fill is RDS certified through Control Union, so the down is traceable and comes from birds not live-plucked or force-fed.

Does it come in different sizes?

It is sold in one size only. Taller sleepers fit well; shorter sleepers may find it long and should consider a women's or short-length bag.

Can I machine wash it?

Yes, with a down-specific detergent on a gentle cycle and low-heat tumble drying with dryer balls. Avoid regular detergent, which strips the down's natural oils.

What comes in the box?

The sleeping bag and a stuff sack. There is no storage sack or liner included.

Where is the EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag cheapest?

At Mountain Warehouse, for $189.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag?

3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Mountain Warehouse, EMS.

EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag

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$189.99at Mountain WarehouseChecked Nov 9

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EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag

Best price now

$189.99at Mountain WarehouseChecked Nov 9

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Last seen at $189.99 at Mountain Warehouse on Nov 9.
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Our take on the EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag

The EMS Peak 800 is a three-season down mummy bag built around an 800 fill-power duck down blend (80% down, 20% feather) that is RDS certified. It is rated to a 23°F comfort limit and a 14°F lower limit, which puts it in the range of serious backpacking bags rather than car-camping comforters. A two-way zipper, inner pocket and stuff sack round out a fairly lean feature set. It suits cold-sleeping backpackers and shoulder-season campers who want light, compressible warmth and will accept a duck-down fill and a single size. Against synthetic rivals it packs smaller and warmer for the weight; against premium goose-down bags it trades a little loft consistency and durability for a lower outlay.

Best forBackpackers and bikepackers counting gramsShoulder-season and cold-night campersSide and back sleepers who want a mummy cutBuyers who want RDS-certified down

Pros

800 fill power packs small and lofts quickly
RDS-certified down with traceable supply chain
Two-way zipper allows venting and footbox opening
Inner pocket keeps phone and batteries warm
Comfort rating of 23°F covers most three-season nights

Cons

Duck down blend with 20% feather lofts less evenly than pure goose down
Single one-size fit; no short or long options
Only one color and a basic stuff sack
No water-resistant shell or treated down listed

EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag prices at every store

Mountain WarehouseNew
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$189.99Checked Nov 9
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$191.99Checked Nov 9
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Availability unknownSold by mountainwarehouse (99.8% positive, 214,900 ratings)Ships from United Kingdom · duties may applyReturns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$226.97+ $89.04 shippingChecked Nov 9
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EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag price history

Lowest price we've seen: $189.99 on Nov 9 at Mountain Warehouse. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owner feedback on the Peak 800 centers on warmth for its packed size and the value of an 800 fill-power bag at this tier. Some note the duck-down blend clumps faster than goose down and that the single size runs long for shorter sleepers.

What people mention

WarmthPraisedOwners say it holds heat well down to near its comfort rating with a proper pad.
PackabilityPraisedIt compresses small enough for multi-day packs.
Down fillMixedThe duck down and feather blend lofts well at first but some report clumping after a season.
FitCriticisedThe single size leaves shorter sleepers with extra length and cold dead space.
ZipperPraisedThe two-way zip is easy to vent without fully opening the bag.

Specifications

Color: BLACK
Temperature Rating: -5°C/23 degrees F (Comfort temperature), -10°C/14 degrees F (Limit temperature)
Closure Type: Zipper, Two Way Zip
Size: ONE
Count: 1
Fill Type: Grey Duck Feather 20%, Down, Grey Duck Down 80%
Fill Power: 800

Questions and answers

Is the EMS Peak 800 warm enough for winter camping?: No. Its 14°F limit rating makes it a three-season bag. For sustained sub-freezing nights, pair it with a liner or step up to a colder-rated bag.
What is the difference between comfort and limit temperature?: Comfort is the temperature a cold-sensitive sleeper stays comfortable at, here 23°F. Limit is the lower edge for a warm sleeper in a baselayer, here 14°F.
Is the down responsibly sourced?: Yes. The fill is RDS certified through Control Union, so the down is traceable and comes from birds not live-plucked or force-fed.
Does it come in different sizes?: It is sold in one size only. Taller sleepers fit well; shorter sleepers may find it long and should consider a women's or short-length bag.
Can I machine wash it?: Yes, with a down-specific detergent on a gentle cycle and low-heat tumble drying with dryer balls. Avoid regular detergent, which strips the down's natural oils.
What comes in the box?: The sleeping bag and a stuff sack. There is no storage sack or liner included.
Where is the EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag cheapest?: At Mountain Warehouse, for $189.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the EMS Peak 800 Down Sleeping Bag?: 3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Mountain Warehouse, EMS.