Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

Just got my Trailhead 20+ from Amazon for a great price--I was excited when came in (as they were out of stock). So far I like this bag and from other reviews, I expect it will hold up. As other reviewers commented, there aren't a ton of choices in the synthetic, light and reasonable cost category. I like synthetics because I have kids and that means they'll use (or better said misuse) them at some point and better to know you're not ruining an insanely costly piece of equipment, not to mention the wet factor. This bag strikes the perfect balance of everything thing from cost, weight to features. I received the bag this week and immediately wanted to test it. Thankfully we had some mid-20 temps recently, so it made for a perfect testing ground. When I went to bed, it was in the upper-30s and by dawn in the mid-20s. The details on prepping for the evening: I put on a dry base layer (long sleeve top, long john pants, fresh wool socks and a stocking cap). I also slept on an inflatable pad. I was thinking about trying a liner, but I wanted to test the bag for it's rating and that's what I did. More details on this test: - For size comparison, I am 6 foot tall and weigh about 195. I wear a 42-L jacket. I'm not a huge guy, but not small either. This bag comfortably fits me. - The inner bag material isn't slick or slippery. I was actually concerned about this, but it made it easy to move around because the bag stays with your body as you turn. - The footbox has plenty of room, so your feet can move around without feeling cramped or having too much area to move around. - I hung the bag from the loops when I got it out of the box and slept in it the next night, there were no cold spots to notice. Store with the loops if you can (read the directions for any bag for storage). - Really liking the mummy hood drawstring. My old bag has a shoulder and hood drawstring. This simplifies the process and doesn't feel like you're going to hang yourself in the middle of the night adjusting. - The temperature rating does seem to be fairly accurate. I was not cold at 26-degrees (which is what it got to during my test), but I would say that if I were going to go too much more, I'd add a liner. Seems accurate. - Comes with a stuff sack. - Read the care directions if you are considering it, e.g. don't put in a washing machine. Here's the deal, you want to go down and expensive, go that way. Want a synthetic that is of reasonable price and that comes as advertised, this is the bag. I'm interested to find out how it holds up over time, but from everything that I can see to date, this bag is going to be a great investment. Item is as advertised. Happy trekking. Will update as necessary as I use on the trail. --- Update 10/2016 I had a minor issue with the bag. I contacted Teton Sports and they resolved the issue immediately. Another great reason to buy this bag. I still like this bag a LOT.