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Vango

Vango Nitestar Alpha 250

A lab-tested ISO comfort rating of +2 °C for around £40, from the brand on every campsite.

Weight
1,600 g
Comfort
+2 °Climit -4 °C
Packed
Not stated by maker

Best price found

£39.99

at Norwich Camping & Leisure · In stock · RRP £52.00

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  • Synthetic fill
  • Draught collar
  • Two-way zip

Specifications

Weight
1,600 g (regular, 210 cm)
Packed size
Not stated by maker
Comfort
Comfort +2 °C / limit -4 °C
Insulation
Vango Insulite Alpha, offset double-layer construction
Season rating
3 Season
Shell & zip
Polair polyester shell with embossed hex-grid finish
Rating Standard
ISO 23537 rating
Zip
Left side
Manufacturer page →

Pros & cons

  • Lab-tested ISO 23537 comfort 2°C / limit -4°C at a sub-£50 street price
  • Retailer customer reviews praise compressibility, price/performance, draft collar and adjustable hood
  • DofE Recommended and widely stocked, with a 250S short version for smaller users
  • 1.6 kg is heavy for backpacking at this warmth level
  • No independent editorial review of the 250 found; only retailer customer feedback

Sources for this product

  1. 1Vango product page
  2. 2Mountain Warehouse listing
  3. 3Norwich Camping listing
  4. 4Jacksons of Old Arley listing
  5. 5Alpinetrek customer reviews
  6. 6Advnture review of Vango Nitestar 150

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