EMS Mountain Light 0

EMS Mountain Light 0 – Affordable 725 fill bag.

The Backpacker Gear Guide said it best when they described the EMS Mountain Light 0 as; “(The EMS Mountain Light 0) proves that you don’t have to go broke to get 725 fill-power down and a lightweight, water-resistant Pertex Microlight shell. Add a draft collar, very thick dual draft tubes, an inner chest pocket, and a compression sack, and you have one sweet deal.”

Even if you aren’t an “ounce counter” you will appreciate how light the EMS Mountain Light 0 is. The bags weight, or lack there of, mainly comes from its quality fill. The 725 fill power goose down is some of the lightest and most compressible insulation around.

Keeping all that 725 fill in is a Pertex Microlight shell. This Pertex fabric is water resistant and will help keep that morning dew from building up on the outside of your bag. The Pertex Microlight is lightweight as well to help complement the down fill.

The quick & dirty:

Where you can get one:
EMS: $209

Why the rock:

• Wieght 2 pounds 14 ounces
• Temp rating: 0’F
• 725-fill-power goose down is the lightest, most compressible insulation available and retains its loft significantly longer than synthetics
• Pertex Microlight shell fabric is water-resistant, extremely lightweight, and won’t leak feathers
• Chest draft tube internal drawcord for customized comfort
• Dual zipper draft tube for superior heat retention
• Also features adjustable hood, inner chest pocket, compression sack, and storage sack

Why it bites:

• You tell me

Seat-of-the-pants rating: 8 out of 10

If you are looking for a highly compressible, full zipper, 0 degree bag; then the EMS Mountain Light 0 is just what you are looking for. Its warm enough for those cold nights in the mountains, but adjustable enough to sleep comfortably in warmer weather as well.

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EMS: $209