On a hike every gram counts, so we were keen to see whether the Naturehike LW180 is a sleeping bag you can count on. It weighs 680 g, packs down to 29 × 12 cm and has a zip at the foot for warm nights. It cost us $46.
What’s in the box
A light envelope sleeping bag in a compression sack, with a water-repellent 20D nylon shell, a soft 240T pongee lining and a TC cotton fill. The double-opening zip lets you open the foot on its own, and the bag is also sold in a larger XL size.
What we like
- Very light (680 g)
- Packs down to 29 × 12 cm
- Foot zip for ventilation
- Also sold in a larger XL size
- Comfy 240T pongee lining
What we don’t
- Zipper can snag easily
- Best for warmer conditions
- Stuff sack straps feel a bit flimsy
Quick Specs
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Naturehike |
| Model | LW180 |
| Material | 20D nylon shell240T pongee lining |
| Weight | 680 g |
| Size | 190 × 75 cm |
| Packed size | 29 × 12 cm |
| Temperature rating | Comfort 15 °CLimit 8 °CExtreme −3 °C |
| Features | Double-opening zipFoot vent |
Weight and packed size
The weight is the reason to buy it. At 680 g it’s easy to carry on a longer hike, and the compression sack pulls it down to 29 × 12 cm, so it leaves plenty of room in the pack. It’s also roomier than it looks: it isn’t a mummy bag, so you can stretch out and move your legs.
Materials
The 20D nylon shell is tougher than it feels for something so thin, and it shrugged off light dew and a few splashes. The 240T pongee lining is soft and doesn’t feel clammy. The stitching is solid, but the zip can catch on the fabric and needs a careful hand, and the straps on the compression sack feel a bit flimsy.
Warm nights only
We used it on a few mild nights that dropped to around 10 to 12°C, and for that it was perfect: warm without overheating. With a comfort rating of 15°C, we wouldn’t take it out on anything colder. It’s a bag for late spring, summer and early autumn. On a warm night, open just the foot zip to cool your feet and leave the rest closed.
Naturehike LW180 vs Y150L
We also use the Naturehike Y150L, the warmer, roomier bag of the two. It’s wider and comfortable down to 7°C, but it weighs about twice as much and packs much bigger; the LW180 is the one for the hiking pack.
This one Naturehike LW180 |  Naturehike Y150L | |
|---|---|---|
| Size open | 190 × 75 cm | 220 × 85 cm |
| Packed size | 29 × 12 cm | 43 × 22 × 22 cm |
| Comfort | 15°C | 7°C |
| Weight | 680 g | 1.3 kg |
| Price paid | $46 | $40 |
| Our score | 8.6 | 8.3 |
Conclusion: Naturehike LW180 Sleeping BagConclusion
The Naturehike LW180 does what a light, warm-weather sleeping bag should: it weighs 680 g, packs to 29 × 12 cm, has room to move and a handy foot zip for warm nights. The zip catches easily, the sack’s straps feel flimsy and it’s only comfortable down to 15°C. For summer hikes and mild nights, at $46, it’s very good value.
The Naturehike LW180 Sleeping Bag is light, compact and good value.
The soft lining makes it comfortable in mild weather. The zip can stick now and then, but for hikers who want to save weight it’s a good choice.
- Ultralight
- Backpackers
- Campers
Yes, for mild weather. A 680 g bag with a foot zip is strong for the price. The zip snags and it’s not for cold nights.
