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PHD (Peak High Designs)

PHD Minim 400

Made in Sheffield with 900 FP down: 670 g for a bag PHD rates to -5 °C.

Weight
670 g
Comfort
n/abrand's own figure
Packed
17 × 28 cm

Best price found

£631

at PHD · Direct from maker

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  • 900 FP down

Specifications

Weight
670 g
Packed size
17 × 28 cm
Comfort
PHD's own rating: -5 °C
Fill
900 FP down
Shell & construction
Outer: M1 20D microfibre, 39 gsm. Inner: MX 15D…; Straight-wall baffles throughout, no side-block…
Rating Standard
Brand's own rating, not ISO tested
Fill Note
Fill weight not stated. PHD adjusts down quantity for other lengths/widths to…
Season
3-season
Zip
No zip as standard. Options: short zip +£28, full zip…
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Pros & cons

  • Very high warmth-to-weight, simple, light: Backpacking Light gave it a 'Recommended' rating for 'its simplicity…
  • Trek & Mountain's tester said for lightweight backpacking 'the Minim is hard to beat'
  • No zip or venting in standard form, so it suits trips where 'too-warm night time temperatures are not an issue'
  • Expensive, and options such as zips and fabrics cost extra

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