Can you tell me more about Hyke & Byke?
Hyke & Byke is a small but rapidly growing, independent outdoor gear company that was inspired and built by a group entrepreneurial outdoors-men who felt that the outdoor gear market was filled with highly inflated priced products that could be better designed and sold at a honest price. We have struggled for years always trying to find a great deal on each product we buy to support our addiction to the outdoors. After years of turmoil, we felt we could do better and launched Hyke & Byke to the public in 2015 after years of start-up conversations and planning efforts.
Our company was founded on the principle of extending the wilderness to anyone who desires through providing premium quality products, that we ourselves use, at honest prices. Ultralight backpacking, bouldering, and camping are hobbies, a mindset, and a way of life that we want to share with everyone.
What is the Warranty Policy for Hyke & Byke purchased items?
Hyke & Byke products are guaranteed for life to the original owner against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the product. We are proud of the quality of our products and stand behind them with our lifetime warranty. To request a warranty claim, first review are full Warranty Policy - Click Here.
What is the Return Policy for Hyke & Byke purchased items?
We want you to love your Hyke & Byke gear as much as we love designing and making it! If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with your purchase within 30 days, we gladly accept returns or exchanges. To request a return or exchange, first review are policy - Click Here.
What are the Hyke & Byke shipping options?
We offer 3 levels of shipping on most orders: Standard (5-8 business days), Priority (3-5 business days), and Expedited (2-3 business days). These delivery times are estimates and should be considered as such when purchasing. We work hard to meet these targets, but cannot control the order once it is in the hands of the shipping provider. To deliver our customer's orders, we primarily use UPS, USPS, Fedex, and DHL as our shipping providers.
Are the materials in Hyke & Byke products responsibly sourced?
Hyke & Byke LLC is committed to responsibly sourcing our materials and improving animal welfare in the duck and goose down & feather supply chain. We use down in our sleeping bags because of its superior insulating properties and warmth-to-weight ratio.The fill used in our bags is premium quality hydrophobic down that is responsible sourced due to being a byproduct of the meat and egg industry. We work hard to ensure that our down does not come from animals that have been subject to any unnecessary harm, such as force-feeding or live-plucking. Along with our down fill, we use locally available materials for the construction of the rest of our products.
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Can the bag be completely unzipped to use as a quilt?
Our current mummy bags do not unzip to layout flat in order to be used as a quilt. Sorry about that, but thanks for checking with us!
Is the compression sack waterproof?
The compression sack is not waterproof. The compression sack included with the purchase of a Hyke & Byke sleeping bag is only hydrophobic. The sack is designed to be water resistant and will repel water, but it will not keep the sleeping bag dry if fully submerged. The body is constructed with the same material as our sleeping bags, ultralight DWR treated (water repellent) 400T 20D ripstop nylon fabric.
Will this bag connect to my sleeping pad?
Our bags do not have an incorporated sleeping pad sleeve or connection straps built into them. This design decision was made to align with our ultralight mentality.
What are the dimensions of Hyke & Byke (short, regular and long) sleeping bags (Standard and Hammock Compatible)?
Short: The dimensions of the size Short bags are 72" long, 26" wide at the shoulders, 21" wide at the hips, 11" wide at the toe box (bottom), and 56" of shoulder girth. Short size bags are best for individuals up to 5'-6" tall.
Regular: The dimensions of the size Regular bags are 78" long, 28" wide at the shoulders, 22" wide at the hips, 11" wide at the toe box (bottom), and 59" of shoulder girth. Regular size bags are best for individuals 5'-7" to 6'-0" in height.
Long: The dimensions of the size Long bags are 87" long, 32" wide at the shoulders, 26" wide at the hips, 14" wide at the toe box (bottom), and 64" of shoulder girth. Long size bags are best for individuals 6'-1" to 6'-6" in height.
Short: The dimensions of the size Short bags are 72" long, 30" wide at the shoulders, 25" wide at the hips, 15" wide at the toe box (bottom), and 64" of shoulder girth. Short size bags are best for individuals up to 5'-6" tall.
Regular: The dimensions of the size Regular bags are 78" long, 32" wide at the shoulders, 26" wide at the hips, 15" wide at the toe box (bottom), and 67" of shoulder girth. Regular size bags are best for individuals 5'-7" to 6'-0" in height.
Long: The dimensions of the size Long bags are 87" long, 36" wide at the shoulders, 30" wide at the hips, 18" wide at the toe box (bottom), and 72" of shoulder girth. Long size bags are best for individuals 6'-1" to 6'-6" in height.
Which side is the zipper on?
Our bags are currently sewn with zippers only on the right side if you are laying in it.
What is the compression sack made out of?
Our compression sacks are designed to be lightweight, but also tough. The body is constructed with the same material as our sleeping bags, ultralight DWR treated (water repellent) 400T 20D ripstop nylon fabric. The top and bottom compression panels are 210D PU-coated nylon. Our compression straps are HD black nylon webbing and the connected quick-release plastic buckles are cast from strong and durable black thermoplastic.
Are your sleeping bags waterproof?
No, they are water resistant. Our sleeping bags are filled with sterylized natural down and water repellent coated fabrics. The sleeping bag exterior is designed to be water repellent due to its construction with ultralight DWR treated (water repellent) 400T 20D ripstop nylon fabric. We highly recommend that you use Rainy Pass or other professional gear cleaning services to preform the task of adding water repellent to the down fill as improper product cleaning/care is not covered under our warranty.
If you feel that you would like to personally complete the task, we recommend using Nikwax Down Proof™, after cleaning first with Nikwax Down Wash™. This will add DWR to the outer fabric of the gear and also the down fill. Improper Cleaning/Care Will Void Warranty.
Can you tell me more about your sleeping bag line?
Regarding our down sleeping bag product line, we sought to bring to the marketplace a premium quality ultralight down sleeping bag at the best price we could manage through utilizing our lean business model. From the beginning, our company has been hyper focused on reducing our overhead so that we extend those savings to our customers and stand out from the crowd in terms of what you get for what you pay. We run entirely cloud-based operations with no servers, equipment, rent costs, retail costs, etc. in order to provide maximum value to our customers.
Can two bags be zipped together?
Unfortunately no; currently none of our bags are made to zip together. We are looking into some design changes to make this possible! Have a great day!
Can I and how do I wash my sleeping bag?
Generally, spot cleaning your bag and letting it air out in the fresh air is usually the best solution, but you can wash it completely. For the safest and best cleansing option, we recommend washing down sleeping bags by hand. Damage due to machine washing by customer or other improper washing is not covered under warranty. For machine washing, let our friends at Rainy Pass wash your bag. Rainy Pass is our professional cleaning and repair service company for all Hyke & Byke outdoor gear.
If you feel that must personally machine wash, sleeping bags must be washed in a front loading washing machine. Do not use your home machine if it has an agitator in it. Agitators can tear sleeping bags. If you decide to machine wash, wash on a gentle cycle with warm water. Do not use the hot setting on the washing machine unless you are familiar with it. Scalding water can damage the fabrics on Hyke & Byke bags. Do not use your home machine if it has an agitator in it. Agitators can tear sleeping bags.
Dry cleaning is not appropriate for sleeping bags, especially down. Solvents used in dry cleaning can strip the natural oils from down that help it retain loft. Damage due to improper washing is not covered under warranty.
Washing needs to be done delicately and regular detergent needs to be avoided. Instead, for your down sleeping bag use something like ReviveX Down Cleaner ($9; mcnett.com) or Nikwax Down Wash ($11; nikwax.com). The natural down needs to be washed well and fully rinsed of the cleaner. Be sure to run it through the rinse cycle twice if using a washing machine. After the washing process is complete, dry your bag either outside or in a large commercial dryer. Drying is incredible important for down sleeping bags. If using a dryer, it is best to use a low heat for a long period of time. Similar to washing, avoid the high setting if you do not know how hot it gets. Continue drying on low until the bag is completely dry; this can sometimes take 2-2.5 hours.
We have detailed steps for both hand washing and machine washing that we would be happy to send to you if you would like further information.
What is the shell of your ultralight sleeping bags made out of?
Our sleeping bags were designed with intent to be lightweight, but also tough. Therefore, the body of our sleeping bags is constructed with ultralight DWR treated (water repellent) 400T 20D ripstop nylon fabric.
How are your sleeping bags temperature rated?
Our bags are rated in accordance with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 23537 standard testing protocol.
The survival limit for our 32 degree line is 32F (0C) and the comfort range is 40F (5C) to 70F (20C).
The survival limit for our 15 degree line is 15F (-10C) and the comfort range is 32F (0C) to 50F (10C).
The survival limit for our 0 degree line is 0F (-15C) and the comfort range is 10F (-10C) to 32F (0C).
Temperature rating is only a guide. Metabolism, gender, food intake, and clothes worn as well external factors such as air humidity, elevation, and choice of shelter will all change how warm you are in your sleeping bag, hence the comfort range instead of a specific temperature. It is recommended to use any Hyke & Byke sleeping bags on top of ground pad and inside of a shelter for optimal sleeping comfort. Now, go find your trail!
Is your down fill responsibly sourced?
Hyke & Byke LLC is committed to improving animal welfare in the duck down and feather supply chain. We use down in our sleeping bags because of its superior insulating properties and warmth-to-weight ratio. The fill used in our bags is premium quality hydrophobic down that is responsible sourced due to being a byproduct of the meat and egg industry. We work hard to ensure that our down does not come from animals that have been subject to any unnecessary harm, such as force-feeding or live-plucking.
Why does my sleeping bag smell musty?
In regards to smell, we generally do not have a problem with this, but occasionally the humidity is trapped in the bag during storage and shipping which can cause it to smell. We recommend airing out your bag when you receive it to alleviate this occasional problem as well as to loft the down that has been compressed in transit. You may also try drying it on very low heat for 5 to 10 minutes and then letting it air out.
Do I have to keep the bag uncompressed all the time? Can I compress it on a trip?
Thanks for the question. You can definitely compress it while you are taking it with you backpacking, camping, or traveling and you don't need to loft it up with a dryer while you are out on a trip. It's just best to do that the first time you get it and to store it uncompressed as much as possible because it will keep your bag loftier for years to come. So you when aren't using it and it's just at home, it's better to leave it uncompressed but it's perfectly fine to compress it when you are taking it out on a trip. Hope that helps. If you have any other questions just let me know. Thanks for your time and have a great day!
How do I stuff my sleeping bag?
The most common mistake people make when stuffing a sleeping bag is to try to roll the bag and then stick it into the compression sack. Begin by stuffing the sleeping sack by the foot-end first. There is an issue by starting with the hood-first, leaving the tail end (where your feet go) wagging out there until the very end. The problem is that the foot box of a sleeping bag is an enclosed space, which means that it usually turns into an air-filled balloon if it's the last thing going into the stuff sack. Hassle and inconvenience ensue as you spend time slowly forcing air out through the fabric and insulation. If, on the other hand, you start with the tail, all that air readily escapes, leaving you with the open and easy-to-stuff hood at the end. Continue stuffing by pushing in handfuls of the sleeping bag into the compression sack. Once the bag has been stuffed, you simply position the lid, use your knee to compress the bag downward, and then pull down the straps to hold compressed the squashed bag to minimal size.
How do I fluff/puff/uncompress/decompress my down sleeping bag?
Regarding fluffing up your the down sleeping bag, it shouldn't take more than 10 minutes of your time. First, pull your sleeping bag inside and out give your new down sleeping bag a good 5-minute shake. If you would like more loft, then run it in the dryer on NO heat for 5 minutes for the down to reach its fully uncompressed state. You can also throw in a few tennis balls into the dryer to help the lofting process. Lastly, check over the bag for any clumps of down and gently knead them out with your hands. You can place the back in the dryer again for further lofting or if you are satisfied, then prepare your sleeping bag for storage. Store your down bag uncompressed in a cool, dry place. Spread it out under your bed, hang it in a closet, or put it in a big, breathable storage bag (like a laundry bag or a king-size pillowcase). Proper storage will maintain the insulating abilities of the down and keep you warmer on your next adventure!
How can I repair a fabric tear on my Hyke and Byke sleeping bag?
For many such issues, we recommend Gear Aid's Tenacious Tape which is better than using duct tape. For a permanent fix, we recommend Rainy Pass outdoor gear cleaning and repairing professionals.
What is the Shavano 32 degree sleeping bag fill power and fill weight?
The Shavano 32 degree bag has 650 fill power down fill. Our bags are stuffed with 80/20 premium quality duck down filling to ensure extra loft and an amazing warmth-to-weight ratio!
What is the size of the Shavano 32 degree bag in its compression sack?
In it's compression sack (included with purchase) the 32 degree sleeping bag packs down to 9" long and 6.5" in diameter.
What is the weight of the Shavano 32 degree sleeping bag?
The 32 degree Shavano down sleeping bag and compression sack combined weights are: Short - 2.03 pounds, Regular - 2.15 pounds, and Long - 2.27 pounds.
Can down fill be transferred fill between the baffles on the Shavano bag?
The Shavano bag is built with a small channel along the left side of the bag to allow for you to transfer fill from one baffle to another. This means you can customize your bag to place the down insulation where you need it most for ideal comfort, while optimizing size and weight.
What is the Quandary 15 degree sleeping bag fill power and fill weight?
The Quandary 15 degree bag has 650 fill power down fill. Our bags are stuffed with 80/20 premium quality duck down filling to ensure extra loft and an amazing warmth-to-weight ratio!
What is the size of Quandary 15 degree bag in its compression sack?
In it's compression sack (included with purchase) the Quandary 15 degree sleeping bag packs down to 10" long and 7.5" in diameter.
What is the weight of the 15 degree Quandary sleeping bag?
The 15 degree Quandary down sleeping bag and compression sack combined weights are: Short - 2.89 pounds, Regular - 3.06 pounds, and Long - 3.24 pounds.
Can down fill be transferred between the baffles on the Quandary bag?
The Quandary bag is built with a small channel along the left side of the bag to allow for you to transfer fill from one baffle to another. This means you can customize your bag to place the down insulation where you need it most for ideal comfort, while optimizing size and weight.
What is the Snowmass 0 degree sleeping bag fill power and fill weight?
The Snowmass 0 degree bag has 650 fill power down fill. Our bags are stuffed with 80/20 premium quality duck down filling to ensure extra loft and an amazing warmth-to-weight ratio!
What is the weight of the 0 degree Snowmass sleeping bag?
The 0 degree Snowmass down sleeping bag and compression sack combined weights are: Short - 3.69 pounds, Regular - 3.87 pounds, and Long - 4.05 pounds.
What is the size of the Snowmass 0 degree bag in its compression sack?
In it's compression sack (included with purchase) the Snowmass 0 degree sleeping bag packs down to 11" long and 8" in diameter.
Can down fill be transferred between the baffles on the Snowmass bag?
The Snowmass bag is built with a small channel along the left side of the bag to allow for you to transfer fill from one baffle to another. This means you can customize your bag to place the down insulation where you need it most for ideal comfort, while optimizing size and weight.
What is the size of Eolus 30 degree bag in its compression sack?
In it's compression sack (included with purchase) the Eolus 30 degree sleeping bag packs down to 8.5" long and 6.5" in diameter.
What is the weight of the 30 degree Eolus sleeping bag?
The 30 degree Eolus down sleeping bag and compression sack combined weights are: Short - 1.92 pounds, Regular - 2.04 pounds, and Long - 2.16 pounds.
What is the Eolus 30 degree sleeping bag fill power and fill weight?
The Eolus 30 degree bag has 800 fill power goose down fill. Our bags are stuffed with 90/10 premium quality goose down filling to ensure substantial loft and a superior warmth-to-weight ratio!
Why does the Eolus ultralight down bag have vertical baffles rather then the horizontal baffles like your other bags?
Vertical baffles are utilized in the Eolus design to more efficiently distribute heat from your core out to your extremities along the baffle channels.
Does the down insulation in the Eolus bag design tend to settle at the bottom of the bag due to the vertical baffles?
The down does not travel to the bottom of the bag because the mesh lining in the baffles prevents sliding of the down along the baffle channels. If you desire, you can manually adjust the down density up and down the bag by kneading the down insulation for personal comfort. This is a convenient solution if your feet are generally cold or you want more warmth around your core.
What is the size of Eolus 15 degree bag in its compression sack?
In it's compression sack (included with purchase) the Eolus 15 degree sleeping bag packs down to 9.5" long and 6.5" in diameter.
What is the weight of the 15 degree Eolus sleeping bag?
The 15 degree Eolus down sleeping bag and compression sack combined weights are: Short - 2.31 pounds, Regular - 2.49 pounds, and Long - 2.66 pounds.
What is the Eolus 15 degree sleeping bag fill power and fill weight?
The Eolus 15 degree bag has 800 fill power goose down fill. Our bags are stuffed with 90/10 premium quality goose down filling to ensure substantial loft and a superior warmth-to-weight ratio!
What is the weight of the 0 degree Eolus sleeping bag?
The 0 degree Eolus down sleeping bag and compression sack combined weights are: Short - 2.89 pounds, Regular - 3.06 pounds, and Long - 3.24 pounds.
What is the Eolus 0 degree sleeping bag fill power and fill weight?
The Eolus 0 degree bag has 800 fill power goose down fill. Our bags are stuffed with 90/10 premium quality goose down filling to ensure substantial loft and a superior warmth-to-weight ratio!
What is the size of the Eolus 0 degree bag in its compression sack?
In it's compression sack (included with purchase) the Eolus 0 degree sleeping bag packs down to 10" long and 7" in diameter.
How do I set up my Antero Hammock Compatible Down Sleeping Bag?
Does the down insulation in the Antero bag design tend to settle at the bottom of the bag due to the vertical baffles?
What is the Antero hammock compatible sleeping bag series fill power and fill weight?
The Antero hammock compatible sleeping bag series has 800 fill power goose down fill + LOFTech TM Base powered by Allied. This bag series is with 90/10 premium quality goose down filling to ensure extra loft and an amazing warmth-to-weight ratio!
What is the weight of the Antero hammock compatible sleeping bag series?
What is the size of the Antero hammock compatible sleeping bag in its compression sack?
How do I set up my Crestone Hammock Compatible Down Sleeping Bag?
Can down fill be transferred fill between the baffles on the Crestone bag?
The Crestone bag is built with a small channel along the left side of the bag to allow for you to transfer fill from one baffle to another. This means you can customize your bag to place the down insulation where you need it most for ideal comfort, while optimizing size and weight.
What is the Crestone hammock compatible sleeping bag series fill power and fill weight?
The Crestone hammock compatible sleeping bag series has 650 fill power duck down fill + LOFTech TM Base powered by Allied. This bag series is stuffed with 90/10 premium quality duck down filling to ensure extra loft and an amazing warmth-to-weight ratio!
What is the weight of the Crestone hammock compatible sleeping bag series?
What is the size of the Crestone hammock compatible sleeping bag in its compression sack?
How can I repair a fabric tear on my Hyke and Byke tent?
How do I use the guylines and lock cord adjusters to set up my tent properly?
How do I pack up my tent properly?
Hope you are enjoying your Hyke & Byke Tent as much as we did designing it!
Pro Tip: Always clean up your tent completely before packing it up to make sure it is ready for your next adventure!
1. Fold the tent in thirds so it is a bit narrower than its bag. Fold up the rainfly in the same shape as the folded tent and place on top. Note that your tent, rainfly, and footprint should be dry before packing away. If not, you will need to set it up to dry when you get home to prevent molding.
2. Break down the tent pole(s) and place them in their carrying sack. Place the stakes in their carrying sack. Fold up the footprint and place it in its carrying sack. Place all these items at one end of the tent.
3. Roll the tent up around the poles, stakes, and footprint. This should be kept nice and tight. You should end up with your tent nicely rolled into a size that will fit back into the carrying bag. If you have the original tie fabric, tie it around the tent so it doesn't unroll.
4. Place the tent in the carrying sack and head off on your day's adventure!
What are the technical specifications for the Zion 2P tent?
Footprint w/carrying sack: 0.64 lbs.
Full Tent except footprint: 5.49 lbs.
Stakes, guy lines, and stake pusher: 0.43 lbs.
Ultralight Setup (Rainfly, Poles, Footprint): 3.81 lbs.
Top Width (Interior/Fly): 30" / 36"
How do I set up my Zion backpacking tent?
What are the technical specifications for the Zion 1P tent?
Footprint w/carrying sack: 0.46 lbs.
Full Tent except footprint: 4.47 lbs.
Ultralight Setup (Rainfly, Poles, Footprint): 3.09 lbs.
What are the technical specifications for the Yosemite 2P tent?
Footprint w/ carrying sack: 0.63 lbs.
Full Tent except footprint: 4.85 lbs.
Ultralight Setup (Rainfly, Poles, Footprint): 3.26 lbs.
How do I set up my Yosemite backpacking tent?
What are the technical specifications for the Yosemite 1P tent?
Full Tent except footprint: 3.79 lbs.
Ultralight Setup (Rainfly, Poles, Footprint): 2.58 lbs.