We recommend the Near Zero NZ 20 for backpackers and cold-weather campers who want serious warmth for very little weight. Price $299.50; $269.55 with code SEBASTIANBASSOL (10% off). Best for backpackers and cold-weather campers who want a light, packable 850+ down bag at a mid-range price.
An 850+ fill down mummy bag with an 18°F comfort limit at 1 lb 13 oz.
We recommend the Near Zero NZ 20 for backpackers and cold-weather campers who want serious warmth for very little weight. The Regular weighs 1 lb 13 oz and holds 470 g of 850+ fill power white duck down certified to the Responsible Down Standard, with a 28°F comfort rating and an 18°F comfort limit. A hood with an adjustable collar, shoulder and zipper baffles and an internal pocket keep heat in and gear close, and it compresses to roughly 12 by 6 inches, about the size of a 32-oz water bottle. At $299.50 it brings premium down performance to a much friendlier price.
What we like
- Premium down at a fair price
- Light and packable
- Draft-blocking design
- Three sizes
- Handy details
Keep in mind
- Mummy cut is snug
- Down needs care when wet
- Rated for cold, not extreme cold
The details that matter.
Manufacturer specifications for the configuration reviewed.
- Temperature rating
- Comfort 28°F; comfort limit 18°F; extreme 12°F
- Insulation
- 850+ fill power white duck down, RDS certified; 470 g in the Regular
- Weight
- Short 1 lb 8 oz, Regular 1 lb 13 oz, Long 2 lb
- Shell
- 10D taffeta ripstop nylon, water resistant
- Shape
- Mummy, right-hand zipper
- Regular size
- 80 in long; 31 in shoulder / 20 in hip; fits up to 6 ft
- Other sizes
- Short 73 in (fits to 5 ft 6 in); Long 87 in (fits to 6 ft 6 in)
- Packed size
- About 12 x 6 in in the compression sack
- Features
- Hood with adjustable collar, shoulder and zipper baffles, internal pocket
- Included
- Ripstop compression sack and mesh storage sack
- Model / SKU
- NZ 20, Regular · S-22
Who should buy the NZ 20
The NZ 20 is a fit for backpackers, hunters and cold-weather campers who want a down bag that is light and packable without a boutique price tag. It suits fall and spring trips and winter car camping.
Warmth and weight
Near Zero fills the Regular with 470 g of 850+ fill power white duck down, certified to the Responsible Down Standard. It is rated 28°F for comfort, 18°F for the comfort limit and 12°F for extreme conditions, and the Regular weighs 1 lb 13 oz.
Heat-trapping details
The hooded design has an adjustable collar and pull strings, and shoulder and zipper baffles block drafts. An internal pocket keeps a phone or headlamp within reach.
Sizes and packing
Short (73 in), Regular (80 in) and Long (87 in) options fit users up to 5 ft 6 in, 6 ft and 6 ft 6 in. The included compression sack packs the Regular to roughly 12 x 6 in, and a mesh sack is included for long-term storage.
Our buying advice and the Backcountry Sportsman code
Choose the NZ 20 for a light, warm down bag at a mid-range price, and pair it with an insulated pad. Use code SEBASTIANBASSOL for 10% off at Backcountry Sportsman; the price box shows the listed and with-code prices.
Why we like it.
Premium down at a fair price
850+ fill power white duck down, certified to the Responsible Down Standard, gives excellent warmth for the weight.
Light and packable
The Regular weighs 1 lb 13 oz and compresses to roughly 12 x 6 in, about a 32-oz bottle.
Draft-blocking design
A hood with an adjustable collar, plus shoulder and zipper baffles, keeps warm air in.
Three sizes
Short, Regular and Long fit users up to 5 ft 6 in, 6 ft and 6 ft 6 in.
Handy details
An internal pocket holds a phone or headlamp, and a mesh sack is included for storage.
A few things to consider.
Mummy cut is snug
The mummy shape is warm and light, but it gives less room to move than a rectangular bag.
Down needs care when wet
The 10D shell is water resistant, but keep the bag dry and store it uncompressed in the mesh sack.
Rated for cold, not extreme cold
An 18°F comfort limit suits three-season and shoulder-season trips; pick a warmer bag for deep winter.
Get the NZ 20 Down Mummy Sleeping Bag.
Backpackers and cold-weather campers who want a light, packable 850+ down bag at a mid-range price. Check the current price and configuration with Near Zero.
Your Near Zero reader offer.
10% off with code SEBASTIANBASSOL at the official Near Zero store.
See the Near Zero code, terms & redemption stepsA few good questions.
What is the discount code for the Near Zero NZ 20 850+ Down Mummy Sleeping Bag?
The Backcountry Sportsman discount code is SEBASTIANBASSOL for 10% off at backcountrysportsmanoutfitters.com. That brings the Near Zero NZ 20 850+ Down Mummy Sleeping Bag to $269.55 ($299.50 before the code), before tax and shipping. Open the shop link, enter SEBASTIANBASSOL at checkout, and confirm the 10% off in the order summary.
What temperature is the NZ 20 rated for?
Near Zero lists a 28°F comfort rating, an 18°F comfort limit and a 12°F extreme rating.
How much does it weigh?
The Regular weighs 1 lb 13 oz; the Short is 1 lb 8 oz and the Long is 2 lb.
What kind of down does it use?
850+ fill power white duck down certified to the Responsible Down Standard.
How small does it pack?
It compresses to roughly 12 x 6 in with the included compression sack.
Which size should I choose?
Short fits up to 5 ft 6 in, Regular up to 6 ft and Long up to 6 ft 6 in.
About this review
Near Zero official product page and public product data, with our editorial assessment. Product details checked October 25, 2026 against Near Zero's official product listing. Shop the official Near Zero store. Images courtesy of the manufacturer. Our editorial standards.
