TNF Cat's Meow Sleeping Bag: An Introduction
The Current 2011 Model Cat's Meow
The's Cat's Meow sleeping bag has been the industry standard 20 degree sythentic bag for decades, known around the world for its lightweight versatility many hikers, mountain bikers, and campers, beginer to pro all swear by it. The Cat's Meow is particularly regarded highly by Leaders and Scouts in the Boy Scouts of America, and many Scouters advise their troop to get one. From Philmont, NM to the Council's Summer Camp there's bound to be a scout or cub with a Cat's Meow in his pack. This website is dedicated to the North Face Cat's Meow and the scouts who are fortunate enough to have one.
The Cat's Meow FAQ
What's so great about them?
Simply put it is the Cat's Meow! Of all the sleeping bags I've had there's none that quote as comfortable as the Meow. It's light, warm, and compresses down small with none of the disadvantages of a down sleeping bag. It's got a glow in the dark zipper pull and a pocket for your watch or cell phone. They're so great I've gotten every new model The North Face has come out with since 2004!
So you say alot of scouts swear by it, should I get one for my boy that's just started Cub Scouts?
A full size sleeping bag might not be the best idea for a 7 or 8 year old kid, a large cold spot would be present below their feet. A better bet might be to get an inexpensive youth sized bag first such as the Slumberjack Go-N-Grow ($54.99) or Lil-Scout ($39.99). Buying an expensive brand name bag like a North Face Tigger ($99.99) could be just waste of money unless they are passed down as most Cub Scouts won't need their compressibility or temperature rating. When your Cub Scout crosses over to Webelos and they are serious about continuing on, it is a good time to consider purchasing a Cat's Meow Sleeping Bag.
Why do I need to consider getting an expensive 3 season bag when I/my son is a Boy Scout?
Every scout should have a durable 3 season bag such as the Cat's Meow. Keep in mind not every scout needs an expensive tent but their own sleeping bag is an essential part of their kit. Sleeping bags purchased at big box stores like Wal-Mart and Target don't have the durability and are heavier than brand name bags. An easy way to tell a sleeping bag's quality it looking at the spacing between the baffles (switching) in the insulation. Good quality bags are sticthed closer togerther than low quality bags.
What are these four grey straps around my Cat's Meow Sleeping Bag?
They are for strapping to your sleeping pad. You can buy elastic straps to fasten your sleeping bag to your pad so you don't slip off during the night
Simply put it is the Cat's Meow! Of all the sleeping bags I've had there's none that quote as comfortable as the Meow. It's light, warm, and compresses down small with none of the disadvantages of a down sleeping bag. It's got a glow in the dark zipper pull and a pocket for your watch or cell phone. They're so great I've gotten every new model The North Face has come out with since 2004!
So you say alot of scouts swear by it, should I get one for my boy that's just started Cub Scouts?
A full size sleeping bag might not be the best idea for a 7 or 8 year old kid, a large cold spot would be present below their feet. A better bet might be to get an inexpensive youth sized bag first such as the Slumberjack Go-N-Grow ($54.99) or Lil-Scout ($39.99). Buying an expensive brand name bag like a North Face Tigger ($99.99) could be just waste of money unless they are passed down as most Cub Scouts won't need their compressibility or temperature rating. When your Cub Scout crosses over to Webelos and they are serious about continuing on, it is a good time to consider purchasing a Cat's Meow Sleeping Bag.
Why do I need to consider getting an expensive 3 season bag when I/my son is a Boy Scout?
Every scout should have a durable 3 season bag such as the Cat's Meow. Keep in mind not every scout needs an expensive tent but their own sleeping bag is an essential part of their kit. Sleeping bags purchased at big box stores like Wal-Mart and Target don't have the durability and are heavier than brand name bags. An easy way to tell a sleeping bag's quality it looking at the spacing between the baffles (switching) in the insulation. Good quality bags are sticthed closer togerther than low quality bags.
What are these four grey straps around my Cat's Meow Sleeping Bag?
They are for strapping to your sleeping pad. You can buy elastic straps to fasten your sleeping bag to your pad so you don't slip off during the night
The Newest Meow Circa 2011
- Climashield® Prism synthetic insulation is warm, light and compressible
- Top shell features extremely lightweight, wind- and water-resistant Firestorm™ fabric; taffeta bottom shell defends against grit/abrasion
- Forehead comfort tube, insulated chest-level Heat Trap baffle and oversized draft tube backing the snag-free zipper minimize heat loss
- Welded, shoulder-level zip pocket keeps watch, glasses or other necessities within easy reach
- Vaulted footbox offers ergonomic comfort and warmth for your feet
- Hood features 1-hand-adjustable, color-coded drawcords; glow-in-the-dark zipper pulls make adjustments easy at night
- The North Face Cat's Meow sleeping bag comes with a compression stuff sack and nylon/mesh storage bag
MSRP for the basic Cat's Meow models are $159.00 for the Regular and $169.00 for the Long
