PIPEDREAM 200 + CLOUD BASE: A WALLET-FRIENDLY ULTRALIGHT SLEEP SYSTEM

By Alpkit 1 min read
Lightweight Pied-d-elephant sleeping bag review

The Pipedream 200 and Cloud Base system combine lightweight warmth with packable design, delivering comfort that lets you sleep soundly even miles from civilization.

I wouldn’t hesitate to suggest both for your ultralight summer bikepacking adventures

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