It uses '4T' insulation with tri-lateral construction - an independently floating layer of insulation not compressed by stitching, which reduces cold spots and increases core temperature. The Prism has a lower comfort rating of 0C, so it should cope with most situations you would find yourself in while on UK adventures, especially taking into consideration the impressive hood and baffles.

Is there anything better than finishing a long day’s walking, getting some grub and then sliding into a warm, comfortable sleeping bag for a well-deserved kip? Well, OK maybe add in a couple of beers and then we’re onto a winner. But for that all to be possible, you need a sleeping bag that is going to do a job, and do it well. So, to help you out, we’ve tested and rounded up six of the best synthetic sleeping bags out there ( find the best down sleeping bags here). Three season bags are often a compromise between fill, features and price; In the case of the UltraLite Pro 200 Vango have achieved a very good balance for the price. At list price it's amongst the best value for money 3 season bags around and at street price it comes into entry-level territory, where it's a real bargain. Trilateral construction – Layer of insulation not compressed by stitching, which reduces cold spots and increases core temperature While theThermal Embrace System does gently pull the upper towards you the downside to this is it does make turning in the bag more difficult so some people may find it a little restrictive; it's not the widest of bags even without the elasticated upper. In use we found thatlowering the zip 3 or 4 inches below maximum allowed enough room to manoeuvre while helping with the ventilation. Of course, this doesn’t mean buy the most expensive items, but it does mean to think about if the price tag has more to do with the bragging rights than the actual quality of the product.

This is a very simple but very important question. You may have heard the old adage ‘all the gear and no idea’. This concept is very much applicable to new riders that want to make sure that they have everything they need before their first trip on the pedals. Perfect for: Those on adventure multi day trips and expeditions and recommended by the DofE and Scouts Association

A compact & light sleeping bag designed for year round explorers - recommended by the DofE and featuring on the DofE Expedition Kit List. Whatever you might be buying for your cycling trips, it’s important to do your research. Afterall, cycling can be dangerous if improperly or inadequately equipped, so it’s vital that your gear is safe and high quality.In a line: The Mountain Equipment Aurora II is an effective sleeping bag offering excellent warmth and functionality. Highly recommended.