My first review ever!: Out of all the items I've purchased, I've always done extensive research before deciding on a product. I've never felt compelled to write a review, due to existing information on most equipment. However, the tactical line of bags from Snugpak have very little customer feedback. This might be because the Softie line of bags have similar ratings and specs for close to half the price. Snugpak has a comparison chart in their paper catalog that shows the specs for all their bags. The tactical line is the echelon, the creme de la crumb, of Snugpak's line on their spreadsheet for their ratings to volume/weight. I'm here to tell you that the bag is worth the money. I will be purchasing a tactical 3 and tactical 4 in the near future. It is by far the best quality and performing bag for the weight/volume/material that I have found. Down isn't fail safe. This is. The TS1 suede inner lining really makes it, along with all of the other premium Snugpak materials the bag is made out of. It reeks quality. Compressed it packs to roughly the size of a volleyball. As soon as I got it I took it out on the porch for a go. 36 degrees F, misting, just underwear, laying on a Thermarest Trail pro, which is not the warmest pad out there. Accidently fell asleep for an hour. Stayed toasty, and I'm a cold sleeper. I heard that Snugpak bags were rated for actual temp, and I thought yeah right, it'll be like every other bag I've slept in. You know, add 20 degrees. I was graciously surprised. Tip: The zipper pull has a lanyard on it with a rubber grip on the end. Open and close it holding that grip. Surprisingly it makes a world of difference towards snags. My only dislike is the inner footbox. Snugpak has it reinforced with some liner, which is great for "sleeping with one eye open" military personnel who wear their boots to bed. For me, I'd rather my feet contact more super-soft suede than chilly nylon. I understand the purpose of it, it's just a personal preference like I say. Wearing socks to bed alleviates the issue. Or manning up. Bear in mind, 95% of other bags are lined with chilly nylon anyways. It's just more noticeable to me when you have an immediate transition between suede and nylon. If you're on the fence, trust this fellow and buy this bag. You will have no regrets if you know what's good for you. They don't make'm better.