Find out which sleeping bag Bikepacking.com chose for their ultralight sleep system

By Kenny Stocker

The Alpkit PipeDream 200 sleeping bag is celebrated for its lightweight design and suitability for two-season travel.

Cass Gilbert tested the PipeDream 200 as part of his ultralight sleep system for Bikepacking.com. His findings are that Alpkit hits the mark with an ultralight marvel in the world of sleeping bags.

Cass points out the PipeDream 200 is aimed squarely at the adventure-seeker who's keen to cut on bulk without compromising comfort, its hydrophobic down and DWR coating make it a reliable companion in those tricky damp environments. Testing across varying altitudes in countries like the UK, Spain, and France has only affirmed its resilience and adaptability in his eyes.

Having spent a few weeks in the UK, Spain, and France in early summer – at altitudes between sea level and 1200m – I can report that the PipeDream 200 did an admirable job at keeping me sufficiently warm throughout the night.

The PipeDream 200 doesn't just rely on fancy jargon. Its RDS-certified 90/10 Chinese goose down offers an exceptional warmth-to-weight ratio. Furthermore, it's versatile, with options for left or right zips that cater to couples, and a design that caters to those who like a little wiggle room when they sleep.

Practical touches like the easy-to-pack design, the double drawstring closure, and recommendations for layering make it evident that Alpkit has the user experience in mind. Whether you're journeying into shoulder seasons or venturing into warmer climes, the PipeDream 200, with its compact design and premium build has convinced Cass that it deserves a spot in your bikepacking gear.

Read how the PipeDream 200 fits into Gilberts wallet friendly ultralight sleep system on Bikepacking.com

Sleeping Bags

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Cloud Peak 140
Technical, 1-season sleeping bag: 4°C limit, Thermolite® Ecomade fill
£59.99 £74.99

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Cloud Peak 200
Technical, 2-season sleeping bag: 0°C limit, Thermolite® Ecomade fill
£79.99 £99.99

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Cloud Peak 300
Technical, 3-season sleeping bag: -8°C limit, Thermolite® Ecomade fill
£87.99 £109.99

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Cloud Peak 400
Technical, 4-season sleeping bag: -12°C limit, Thermolite® Ecomade fill
£109.99 £129.99

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Regular / Grey
Ultra 80
Ultralight, 2-season sleeping bag: 5°C limit, Primaloft® Gold fill
£139.99 £179.99

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Ultra 120
Ultralight, 3-season sleeping bag: 1°C limit, PrimaLoft® Gold fill
£159.99 £199.99

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SkyeHigh 500
Lightweight, 3-season sleeping bag: -3°C limit, RDS-certified down fill
£159.99 £189.99

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Skyehigh 700
Lightweight, 4-season sleeping bag: -7°C limit, RDS-certified down fill
£219.99

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SkyeHigh 900
Lightweight, 4-season sleeping bag: -11°C limit, RDS-certified down fill
£209.99 £249.99

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Cloud Cover
Lightweight camping quilt. A versatile sleeping bag alternative: DownTek™ down fill
£119.99 £149.99

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Nemo
Cloud Nine
Ultralight rectangular sleeping bag. PipeDream technology in a wider, traditional shape
£199.99 £249.99

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Pipedream 200
Ultralight, 2-season sleeping bag: 7˚C limit, DownTek™ down fill
£169.99 £199.99

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