It is easy to assume that one would have to sacrifice quality when choosing a mid ranged, reasonably priced bag.  More expensive bags come with all the bells and whistles, and maybe even a tuning fork.  If you cut the price by so much, the sleeping bag is just a piece of cloth with barely any tech research, right?  Not necessarily.  Sleeping bags have come a long way, and even cheaper bags have excellent innovations and features backing them up.  The Silver City bag itself boasts Eureka!’s Rteq premium insulation technology.  Four unique micro-fibres are patterned in such a way that heat is efficiently trapped inside the bag.  This technology also makes the Silver City model very light weight and easy to pack.  At only two pounds, the Silver City won’t make your back ache when you lug it about.  It also comes with a cool compression bag with a multitude of straps, making it easy to strap on your pack and save on space.

There are other factors that make the Silver City a pretty warm bag.  Its single layer quilt construction, draft tube, and differential cut help to keep the cold from getting in.  It is also similar to other Eureka! sleeping bags since it also has an adjustable contoured hood, also helpful in keeping you nice and toasty.  All this makes it work well around its rating, which is 30 degrees F.

Warmth is not the only concern when sleeping, however -- comfort is important as well.  The Silver City doesn’t shirk this duty, and performs admirably in this department.  A polyester taffeta liner makes the bag nice and soft, while at the same time its ergonomic trapezoidal foot box allows the feet to move better while staying warm.  Like other Eureka! bags, this one also comes with an inner stash pocket, making it easier to sleep with a few treasured things near you.  This truly is convenience at its finest.

Toughness is not an issue here too, since this sleeping bag has a polyester diamond ripstop shell, giving it that durable x-factor.  The self repair zippers also work very well.  To be honest, there are only a few problems with the bag.  The lining might take some getting used to as it is very smooth, but this is nothing multiple uses won’t fix.  Also, some people got cold at 40 to 30 degrees.  Most users felt warm at these temperatures, but it was worth mentioning to stay on the safe side. Lastly, larger adventurers may have trouble fitting into this relatively snug bag.  Overall, the Silver City is a fantastic bargain.  At US$80, its one of the best in its price range. You can buy it online here.

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