Here at LFTO, we track the best Black Friday deals on everything outdoors. Sleeping bags are one of the pricier pieces of outdoor kit and Black Friday presents a great opportunity to make big savings.
If there were ever a time to invest in a sleeping bag, historically chilly November would be it. Either so you can brave the cold and try some scenic winter camping, or grab a heavily discounted 3-season bag to help you look forward to the return of summer.
Whatever your camping style, a suitable sleeping bag is almost always an expensive purchase. Enter: the hero of this story, Black Friday.
For one weekend out of the year (plus, well, most of November to be honest) top outdoor brands are launching massive sales on their best kit. If you've ever wanted upgrade or replace a worn out sleeping bag, this is your chance to make that dream a reality.
Retailer list: where to find the best Black Friday sleeping bag deals
Current hot deals on sleeping bags:
Save £57
www.ellis-brigham.com
Synthetic sleeping bags can be bulky but not so here. The Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 20 is a 3-season sleeping bag with a 0°C comfort rating but weighs just 1077g. The outer, lining, and insulation are all recycled and the water repellent finish is PFC-free.
20% off
www.cotswoldoutdoor.com
Lightweight, 3-season women's down sleeping bag. Supplied with waterproof roll top stuff sack and storage cube. Outer and lining are made from recycled 20D nylon, and DWR is PFC-free. Insulation is 700-fill duck down. Comfort rating is -5°C, weight is 950g, packed size is 23 x 22 x 22cm.
20% off
www.alpinetrek.co.uk
Offering one of the best warmth-to-weight ratios on the market, the Sea To Summit Spark -1°C is remarkable. Outer and lining are made from lightweight nylon, insulation is 850-fill goose down with PFC-free Ultra Dry Down treatment. Comfort rating is 4°C, weight is 493g.
25% off
www.alpinetrek.co.uk
Rab's versatile and affordable synthetic-insulated sleeping bag. Tapered shape for thermal efficiency, the insulation, outer and lining are made from recycled material. Comfort rating is 0°C, weight is 1.25kg.
35% off
www.ultimateoutdoors.com
Four-season sleeping bag with exceptional value. Insulation is 600-fill Ethically Sourced Down; weight is 1.34kg; comfort rating is -9°C.
19% off
www.ultimateoutdoors.com
About as close to an all-season sleeping bag as you can get, the Ascent 700 has a comfort rating of -2°C and weighs 1.29kg. It's insulated with 650-fill hydrophobic down and uses tough Pertex fabric for the outer.
When is Black Friday 2024?
Black Friday 2024 begins on 29 November 2024 and finishes on 2 December 2024.
However, retailers have begun Black Friday sales earlier and earlier so that many now run throughout most of November. This means there is ample opportunity to get in on deals early.
How do I find the best Black Friday deals?
Bookmark this page to keep track of all the best Black Friday deals on sleeping bags throughout the sale season.
We've got our top gear testers scouring retailers we trust, and we even use plugins to check the original price of the gear, so we're 100% sure the deals we share are the very best.
When it comes to sleeping bags, key retailers to keep an eye on during Black Friday are Cotwold Outdoor, Go Outdoors, Decathlon, and Ellis Brigham.
What are the expected Black Friday 2024 deals?
In previous years, some of the best sleeping bag brands including Rab and Deuter are included in Black Friday sales. We expect the same this year and are excited for what's coming.
Looking for more? We've also got deal roundups for:
Our top tips for coping with Black Friday:
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You can also sign up to the LFTO Newsletter, where we'll keep you to date with our 'best of' articles and Black Friday deals.
Stick to your budget
You might be tempted into all and every deal that you see on Black Friday, but set a budget and stick to it. Experts also say that you should use a credit card (it’s the safest way to pay, as the bank will end up footing the bill if there is any kind of mishap).
Stick around afterwards...
Previously, waiting until Black Friday was one of the best strategies for saving money on big-ticket items, but recent years have taught us that many of the biggest online sales will come under the 'Cyber Monday' banner, which can last until the end of November. So, always keep your eyes peeled, the bargain hunt isn't quite over yet.
Chris Williams is a digital content writer for Live For The Outdoors. He has been testing gear for us since 2021. Chris is from New Zealand and has journalistic, outdoor industry, and basically his lifetime's worth of hiking experience to bring to his gear reviews. He's also impressively tall.