The 10 Best Compression Stuff Sacks
This wiki has been updated 15 times since it was first published in May of 2020. Stuff sacks are widely used as covers for sleeping bags, as they are ideal for compacting fiber or down. But there are lots of other soft items that can be substantially reduced in size before stowing in a vehicle or rucksack, and compression works well on towels, pillows, and articles of clothing to keep your pack size down when engaging in pursuits like camping or hiking. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
1. Sea to Summit Event
2. Alps Mountaineering
3. Outdoor Research Ultralight
Editor's Notes
June 23, 2020:
Those who take part in outbound activities where you carry your own equipment will understand the benefits that compression stuff sacks offer. Far from being mere covers for your sleeping bag or down jacket, these items act as great backpack liners that also compact soft items such as clothing, which typically take up the bulk of your bag's space.
When choosing your stuff sack, one factor to take into account is weatherproofing. If you'd like to use it to create space inside a rucksack, then this is not as important as a feature and you may consider the Redcamp Nylon, Acrossland Hiking, Jolmo Lander Nylon, or M-Tac Military, as these offer water-resistant protection, but are not fully waterproof.
If you wish to use your compression sack externally, for example on a boat or fishing kayak, or if you wish to attach it to a car roof rack or motorcycle, it is likely to need protection from the elements. In these instances, the Wind Hard Waterproof, Alps Mountaineering, and the Outdoor Research Ultralight, all feature a silicone-coated nylon shell that fully repels water.
If you need even greater protection, then the drybag-style Alps Dry Sack and Sea to Summit Event both feature rolling non-wicking closures. They also each include a special fabric at their base which will let the air out when compressing the contents, but will not let moisture in, even in the harshest of weather conditions.
4. Alps Dry Sack
5. M-Tac Military
6. Jolmo Lander Nylon
7. Kelty Four-Strap
8. Acrossland Hiking
9. Wind Hard Waterproof
10. Redcamp Nylon
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