[An honest, self-funded review] STATIC ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG Review: "You won't need anything else if you have this." A lightweight, comfortable, and highly insulated sleeping bag perfect for camping in the mountains in summer.
written by Yosuke.C
The frustrating thing about camping in the mountains in summer is that you not only need to deal with the cold at night, but also with the discomfort of sleeping in the heat.
In mountainous areas, it may still be hot when you go to bed, but it can suddenly get cold in the early hours of the morning, so you may have to add another jacket, making for a busy night. For this reason, having a sleeping bag that can handle a wide range of temperatures, neither too hot nor too cold, will help you enjoy a comfortable tent life.
With that in mind, the STATIC ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG I'll be giving a detailed review of the STATIC ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG , which provided comfortable nights during camping in tents and mountain stream tarps this summer
table of contents
- Main features of the STATIC ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag
- Main Specifications and ratings
- Detailed review
- Octa®CPCP® feels comfortable against the skin
- Titanium sputtering processed outer fabric boosts heat retention without compromising breathability
- Hoodless, zipperless, and lightweight
- High heat retention for its weight, but only suitable for limited seasons
- Lightweight and compact, it is one of the lightest single sleeping bags available.
- Summary: This versatile summer sleeping bag is perfect for low mountain climbing, UL, and canyoning, and is the ultimate in summer sleeping bags.
Main features of the STATIC ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag
The ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag is a model that uses a shell material for the outer surface so that the popular ADRIFT LINER can be used as an inner sleeping bag on its own . The inner layer is made of "Octa®CPCP®," a special fabric structure that combines "Octa®," a special polyester fiber developed by Teijin Frontier, with mesh knit. It is lightweight yet offers an excellent balance of warmth, breathability, and quick-drying properties.
The outer shell fabric is made from ultra-lightweight 10D recycled nylon, and the underside of the shell fabric is coated with a metal called titanium sputtering, which radiates body heat and enhances the heat retention effect.This highly versatile sleeping bag can be used alone as a hoodless sleeping bag when combined with cold weather clothing, or combined with a down sleeping bag in winter to increase its heat retention.
Recommended points
- Octa®CPCP® is so comfortable you'll want to touch it against your skin
- 10D recycled nylon fabric for improved durability and insulation
- Perfect thinness and heat retention for hot weather
- Lightweight and compact
- Machine washable and easy
Points that interest me
- Only limited seasons can be covered by itself
- Hoodless and zipperless bags are not for everyone
- The outer shell material makes it difficult to use as an inner layer.
Main Specifications and ratings
| item | STATIC ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG |
|---|---|
| weight | 300 g (including 6 g stuff bag) |
| size | 75cm x 180cm |
| Storage size | Φ12cm x 23cm |
| material |
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| Reference price (tax included) | 30,800 yen |
| Outdoor Gearzine Review | |
| Comfort | ★★★★★ |
| Thermal insulation | ★★☆☆☆ |
| weight | ★★★★★ |
| Storageability | ★★★★☆ |
| Easy to use | ★★★☆☆ |
| Durability | ★★★★☆ |
| Versatility | ★★★★★ |
Detailed review
Octa®CPCP® feels comfortable against the skin
The feeling I got when I got inside was one of otherworldly comfort. I've used several inner sleeping bags in the past, but the ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG . It feels like a towel blanket, a throw blanket, and just like that, it's so soft that I can't help but want to get in naked. Of course, sleeping naked in a tent is a bad idea, so I didn't try it, but the inner is so supple, soft, and comfortable.
The Octa®CPCP® inner layer feels great against the skin and is incredibly comfortable
The material used is Octa®CPCP®, developed by Teijin Frontier. Octa®CPCP® is a special fabric structure that combines Octa®, a polyester fiber with eight radially arranged protrusions in a hollow, octopus-like cross section, with mesh knit, to create an inner layer that offers a whole new level of comfort.
Octa®CPCP® is not only soft to the touch, but also has exceptional functionality. It's lightweight, warm, and moisture-wicking, making it a popular material used by many outdoor brands as insulation for their mid-layer wear. Octa®CPCP® has a brushed surface, giving it a terry-like feel, making it hard to believe it's synthetic. Once you experience this sensation, you may never go back to other inner sleeping bags or synthetic sleeping bags. It made such an impact on me.
Titanium sputtering processed outer fabric boosts heat retention without compromising breathability
the ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag The ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag was developed to be used as a standalone with the ADRIFT LINER inner sleeping bag .
The sleeping bag is made from an ultra-thin and lightweight 10D recycled nylon fabric, which has been treated with titanium sputtering to enhance its thermal insulation. Titanium sputtering involves spraying titanium down to the molecular level onto the nylon fabric, creating an ultra-thin titanium coating without compromising the fabric's inherent lightness or breathability. The titanium coating utilizes radiant heat to reflect body heat, providing more effective insulation. While thin for a sleeping bag, it utilizes cutting-edge technology to enhance its thermal insulation.
the ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG looks like an inner sleeping bag , but the foot box at the bottom is firmly sewn in three dimensions, so it can be used without any tightness, which also shows that it is intended to be used on its own.
It is sewn in a three-dimensional manner to prevent it from being too tight.
Hoodless, zipperless, and lightweight
It only covers your shoulders, and there's no zipper, making it a bit difficult to get in and out. It's covered in a non-stretchy shell material, so you have to get into it like you'd put on socks, which is more tedious than a regular sleeping bag and may make it difficult to use. It also lacks a hood, so your head and face are completely exposed when you get inside. Depending on how cold it is, you'll need to use clothing with hoods or a knit cap or other suitable protection. The ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG is for people who can and enjoy finding the optimal solution for their environment and temperature and taking necessary precautions.
While it has a comfortable texture that makes you want to get into it naked, those looking for a sleeping bag that is comfortable and has no inconveniences overall may find the ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG
High heat retention for its weight, but only suitable for limited seasons
During our field test in the Southern Alps, the nighttime temperature dropped to around 10°C, but we the , so we can expect a certain degree of effectiveness. However, even though the bag has a reflective effect thanks to the cutting-edge titanium sputtering process, it wasn't enough to cover three seasons (although we had hoped for it to).
The place we chose for the feel and test was the Southern Alps. A tent site stretching along a river in a valley.
the ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag can only be used in limited seasons. After several tests, we determined that its limit is around 10°C (50°F). (Please note that everyone's perception of cold varies, so this is just a guideline.) While its range of use can be expanded by combining it with cold weather clothing, this item is not intended for use in environments where cold weather is expected. Rather, it is intended for those who prioritize maximum comfort while keeping their weight down, such as low mountain hikes or stream climbing in hot weather, where the temperature does not drop much even at night, and who want to remain safe even if the temperature drops due to rain or other factors. While it may not be suitable for everyone, it is undoubtedly an irresistible item for those who strive for the best in specific situations.
Although not as good as the ADRIFT LINER, it still functions well as an inner sleeping bag.
Some people may want to use a thin sleeping bag made with Octa®CPCP®, which has an excellent feel against the skin, as an inner sleeping bag. However, because this model is based on the ADRIFT LINER and has a shell fabric added to the surface, the ADRIFT LINER (the surface is slippery and has less breathability).
However, this does not mean that it cannot be used at all; in fact, if you take advantage of the VBL effect caused by moisture and expect improved heat retention, you can certainly find use for it as an inner layer.
By the way, VBL stands for Vapor Barrier Liner, a cold weather protection system that has long been used in polar regions such as Alaska. I'm not an expert, so I can't explain it in detail, but it works by creating a greenhouse-like environment through humidity, which increases the heat retention effect.
For example, wearing nitrile gloves, such as those used in medical applications, can help prevent your fingertips from getting cold thanks to the VBL effect. By preventing the gloves from getting wet due to sweat, you can expect the gloves' inherent heat retention to be maintained, but wearing nitrile gloves can leave your hands feeling damp, making this a more advanced method of keeping warm. To prioritize warmth and insulation over comfort, you can the ADRIFT Ti SLEEPING BAG as the inner layer of your down sleeping bag and aim for the VBL effect, which may result in better heat retention than usual.
Lightweight and compact, it is one of the lightest single sleeping bags available.
Comparison with 500ml plastic bottles
The ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag weighs just 300g when combined with the storage bag, making it one of the lightest standalone sleeping bags. Furthermore, as you can see when comparing it to a 500ml plastic bottle, it is extremely compact, making it a great way to reduce the weight of your equipment.
When trying to reduce the weight of your bedding, you can use a thicker sleeping bag and reduce the amount of warm clothing you need, or you can use a thinner sleeping bag and wear your activewear when you sleep, or use thicker warm clothing.Neither approach is wrong, and the best way to reduce weight will depend on your way of thinking and actions.
For example, if your goal in mountain hiking is to observe the stars at night or enjoy the scenery in the chilly mornings and evenings, then warm clothing is essential. If you're going to bring warm clothing anyway, choose a thin sleeping bag and wear it when you sleep, which will help lighten your gear. On the other hand, if you don't leave your tent from dark until departure, then you can get by with minimal warm clothing, and by using a thicker sleeping bag, you can reduce the amount of equipment you need, which will ultimately make your gear lighter.
The ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag is definitely for the former group. It is a sleeping bag that is designed to be used with cold weather clothing and outdoor gear, and allows you to create a sleeping system that will give you a comfortable sleep.
Summary: This versatile summer sleeping bag is perfect for low mountain climbing, UL, and canyoning, and is the ultimate in summer sleeping bags.
I introduced the ADRIFT Ti Sleeping Bag
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Yosuke.C
People who act with just one backpack with the motto of "as light as possible" so that they don't get inconvenient.
From spring to autumn, I chase after char deep in the mountains and go fishing in the mountain stream. We walked the mountains in search of spectacular views that cannot be seen from the ground. Camping to be healed by the bonfire. Snowboarding is a floating mountain with a mountain of silver.
A freelance writer who has been enjoying the outdoors for over 20 years and enjoying the outdoors in his own way all year round. Based on my experience writing articles for more than dozens of outdoor web media, I will be sharing my own experiences and tools that I have been using.
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