The issue with a sleeping bag is the perception (right or wrong) that bed bugs like to live in the filling. Decontaminating a place that’s got bed bugs is a nightmare so many hostels try to minimize the likelihood of importing bedbugs by not allowing sleeping bags.

In a 3 month trip, you might find a sleep sheet saves a little money, but you have to worry about washing it. I’d leave the decision on whether or not to take one until after you’ve loaded up everything else. If you’ve got lots of extra room and you aren’t loaded down to the point that even a couple of ounces is overkill, then decide.

Are there any local stores that would sell sleep sheets? I live in Alberta, Canada. If I brought a Sleeping Bag Liner, it is like a sleeping bag sort of but just 1 sheet of fleece, no real “filling”, just like a fleece sheet but sewn like a sleeping bag. Am I better off with that. It was $30 cheaper too.

Many travelers don’t bother with a sleep sheet, so don’t worry if you don’t find one… you can certainly live without one.

1. Some of the big outdoor outfitters sell sleep sheets and/or regular cotton (not fleece) sleeping bag liners. Sportsman’s Warehouse sells them here — Wholesale Sports of Canada looks very similar with stores in Calgary and Edmonton. You might also find one at a large luggage/travel gear shop.
2. You can make a sleep sheet easily enough — you’ve already listed the instructions.
3. There are numerous internet sources — including e-bay. http://www.nextag.co… Silk “dream sacks” are available from many internet sources including Cabella’s.

Thanks for the help. I have decided to return the sleeping bag for the fleece or cotton sleeping bag liner I saw. They are thin enough (but warm) and light and cheaper. So thanks again for the help.

Edit: I saw this on eBay, and I am thinking it what I need. Thoughts?

Edit 2: And this.

#1 is the classic silk “dream sack.” These are very nice because they are thinner, lighter and warmer than cotton. However, I think they’re supposed to be washed in cold water (European washers use extremely hot water) and air-dried which can be a hassle when you’re traveling. Based on my experience with silk long underwear: If you can manage to wash it in cold water, you can dry it in the dryer a few times without totally destroying it and it will air dry fairly quickly — but maybe not quick enough to use it the same day you wash it. #2 is a variety of products, including a cotton and a blend. Cotton ones are usually much cheaper and easier to wash and dry. Cotton/Poly blend is often cheaper and smoother to the touch than 100% cotton, plus will usually come out of the dryer smooth (cotton may be wrinkled). However, cotton is warmer and I prefer natural fibers.

Mountain Equipment Coop sells sleep sheets like the silk one you posted

I took an old queen size sheet, sewed it together and that was my sheet set. That was for travelling in May for 3 weeks. Hostels provide blankets. The nicer stuff you can buy will probably be more comfortable but anything you carry will need to be carried. If I were you i think i’d buy a MEC product. Head over to Calgary or Edmonton and see what they have – their website should have these listed

http://search.mec.ca…

range from 17 to 44 bucks