Rating of The North Face Cat’s Meow sleeping bag was determined by analyzing consumer reviews at various online retailers and sites such as backcountry.com and epinions.com. This Gear Rater listing should not be considered a recommendation by Hiker’s Corner, but as a guide to help you make informed decisions.
Gear Rater - The North Face Cat’s Meow Sleeping Bag
 North Face Cat’s Meow Sleeping Bag |
The North Face Cat’s Meow Sleeping Bag is a 3 season synthetic fill bag rated for temperatures down to 20º F. Overlapping shingle construction eliminates cold spots by evenly distributing the insulation and stabilizing it over time to keep you consistently warm. You’ll appreciate convenient little features like one-hand, color-coded pull cords to adjust the hood and easy-grab pull tabs on the zippers. See the Tech Specs below for a complete list of features. |
The Word
Most everyone who has reviewed this product feels the Cat’s Meow is durable, comfortable, and lives up to its temperature rating. The primary cons for this sleeping bag include the price ($159.00 avg.), and some feel it is actually a little too warm. Consumer reviews of the Cat’s Meow can be found at Backcountry.com and Epinions.com.
Hiker’s Corner Input
I’ll start by addressing the cons we found for this bag. The Cat’s Meow is indeed a little pricey compared to several other top name brand products for the same temperature rating and synthetic material like the Kelty Clear Creek and Light Year, which are nearly half the price.
The second complaint was that it kept some of them too warm during certain situations, which brings up a good point. Paying close attention to the temp rating is very important, and using it as intended is equally important. Some individuals have used the sleeping bag indoors, which will definitely make the bag a bit on the warm side at room temperature.In conclusion, the bag received a 5 star rating by customers of backcountry.com and a 4.5 star rating at epinions.com. The Cat’s Meow is a quality piece of gear, but there are other options available if you’re looking to save money. If you specifically want a North Face bag, the TNF Blaze may be a better choice.
Tech Specs:
- Material: [shell] Firestorm polyester/nylon blend, BottomLine taffeta, [lining] Silken nylon
- Insulation: Polarguard Delta
- Degree: 20F/-6C
- Shape: Mummy
- Draft Collar: Yes
- Max User Height: {Reg} 72" {Long} 78"
- Stuff Size: 8" x 17"
- Weight: {Reg} 2 lbs 13 oz {Long} 3 lbs
- Use: camping
- Warranty: Lifetime