The Rab Women's Ascent 700 down sleeping bag is ideal for backpacking in the UK and similar climates abroad. With a three-plus season rating, it will see you from early spring to late autumn. The women's specific fit is slightly shorter than the regular bag but filled with the same amount of down. Narrower at the shoulders and marginally wider at the hips, it balances comfort and efficiency.
The 650-fill down has a water-repellent treatment to maintain performance in damp environments. Trapezoid-shaped box wall baffles help the insulation loft fully to avoid cold spots. A wide mummy shape and angled footbox ensure a comfortable night's sleep.
Insulation: 650 fill Responsible Down Standard (RDS) European duck down with Nikwax PFC-free water-resistant finish
Features
Women’s specific fit
Ergonomic hood
3D neck baffle
¾ length two-way side zip with anti-snag construction
Internal down insulated zip baffle
Internal zipped stash pocket
Angled footbox
Hanging loops
Trapezoidal box wall construction
Wide mummy shape
Drawcord stuff sack
Zipped storage bag with water-resistant base
Filled in Derbyshire, UK
Specifications
EN-ISO 23537 Temperature Ratings:
Comfort: -2°C
Limit: -9°C
Extreme: -27°C
Season rating: 3
Insulation fill weight: 700g
Total weight: 1240g
Max user height: 170cm
Shoulder width: 78cm
Pack size: 40 x 22cm
Zip: Left
THREE Season
Three season sleeping bags are suitable for use from spring through to autumn. Comfortable and versatile, they offer the warmth needed for cooler temperatures down to and just below freezing.
Pertex Equilibrium
The unique structure of Pertex® Equilibrium created a comfortable microclimate by balancing weather protection and breathability. Pertex® Equilibrium uses a double weave construction in which a tightly woven outer face provides protection from the elements whilst a more openly woven inner face helps to move moisture away from your body.
Gradient structure helps to move moisture away from the user
Pertex® Shield fabrics provide lightweight waterproof protection whilst remaining highly breathable. Designed for intense mountain pursuits where weight and breathability are key, Pertex® Shield fabrics allow you to move fast and stay comfortable. The versatile 2, 2.5 and 3-layer constructions combine lightweight face fabrics with waterproof, windproof and breathable membranes. A durable water repellent (DWR) finish applied to the face fabric sheds rain and snow, which helps to maintain breathability.
Waterproof and windproof
Lightweight, soft and packable
Breathable
Pertex® Quantum (formerly Pertex Classic, Mircolight, Quantum and Quantum GL)
Pertex® Quantum uses a tightly woven structure to provide a light and soft fabric that allows insulation to fully loft. Precisely constructed from incredibly fine yarns, Pertex® Quantum fabrics are designed to trap still air and improve the efficiency of insulation. A durable water repellent (DWR) finish sheds light rain and snow to provide additional weather protection.
Lightweight and packable
Soft to the touch
Windproof to retain warmth
Pertex® Quantum Pro (formerly Pertex Endurance)
Pertex® Quantum Pro uses an ultra-thin water resistant coating to provide increased weather resistance for extreme conditions. By combining a tightly woven face fabric with a microporous coating, Pertex® Quantum Pro delivers a very high level of water resistance whilst remaining lightweight, soft and breathable. The increased weather resistance and durable construction means these fabrics are ideal for use in cold or damp environments where keeping warm and dry is crucial.
Highly water resistant
Durable construction
Maximises the thermal efficiency of insulation
Pertex® Quantum Air (formerly Pertex Mircolight)
Pertex® Quantum Air is engineered with increased air permeability to provide a balance between wind resistance and breathability. The more openly woven structure of Quantum Air fabrics allows airflow through the fabric, which helps to regulate your body heat and keep you comfortable for longer. This balance of air permeability and wind resistance means Pertex® Quantum Air fabrics are perfectly suited to intense mountain pursuits. A durable water repellent (DWR) finish sheds light rain and snow to provide additional weather protection.
Higher air permeability
Increased breathability
Weather protection for intense activity
PFC-Free
Per- and polyfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) are a family of human-made, fluorine-containing chemicals. They have long been used to add water and stain repellent properties to technical fabrics. PFCs can harm the wearer of the garment and damage nature. Incredibly resistant to breakdown, these pollutants have been found across the globe; they can remain in the environment for many years after release. In response, a growing number of PFC-Free products are being developed, designed to provide reliable water repellency without the use of these harmful chemicals.
Recycled
Patagonia first made a fleece from recycled plastic bottles in 1993, since then more and more brands have been ‘recycling rubbish’ to make the high-performance clothing and equipment that we all love to rely on in the outdoors. There are now many different types of materials and products made from waste that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill.
Responsible Down Standard
The Responsible Down Standard (RDS) aims to ensure that down and feathers come from animals that have not been subjected to any unnecessary harm. It is an independent, voluntary global standard, which means that companies can choose to certify their products to the RDS, even if there is no legislation requiring them to do so. The RDS was developed and revised over three years, with the input of animal welfare groups, industry experts, brands, and retailers. The standard recognises and rewards the best practices in animal welfare. Find out more
Delivery & Returns
UK Delivery
Express Delivery
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This option is only available when all items in your order can be sourced from our warehouse.
This service is only available to standard UK postcodes. Express delivery is unavailable for the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, the BFPO, and the Scottish Islands/Highlands.
Economy Delivery
If items in your basket need to be sourced from a shop, they will be dispatched in 7 working days. This delivery option is always free.
UK Delivery Times
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UK Delivery Methods
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Free delivery is available for all orders sent with economy delivery.
In the UK we use DPD Local and Royal Mail to deliver our parcels. If your parcel is small and of low value, we will send it via Royal Mail Tracked 48. Other items will be sent via DPD Local. Physical Gift Vouchers are sent with Royal Mail 1st Class. We will send you an email once we have packed your order. Further tracking information will be sent directly from the courier.
Delivery Prices
Parcel / Destination
UK (excluding UK Islands)
Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland and BFPO
Shipping may take up to 2 days to deliver to Scottish Islands/Highlands.
Please note that a signature is always required upon receipt.
If your address is in a VAT free area, e.g. Channel Islands, VAT will be removed from your order total before payment is made.
Customers are responsible for the cost of all postage charges.
Free Click and Collect In-store
Free Click and Collect is available for all products on the website. At checkout, select Click and Collect as your delivery option. Then, choose the most convenient store to collect your order from.
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Items in stock at your chosen store should be available within 24 hours of ordering. If we need to take items from another store or warehouse, it will take between 2 and 5 working days before they are available to collect.
International Delivery
Delivery timeframes for non-UK delivery vary depending on location, and take between 2 – 9 days. Similarly, non UK delivery charges start at £13 for Europe and go up to £30 for Southern hemisphere regions. For more detailed information please visit our international delivery page. Please note that the prices we quote on this page are for standard deliveries, i.e. parcel weight and size restrictions apply. For non-standard deliveries, e.g. skis and snowboards, our customer service team will contact you once you’ve placed the order to discuss any additional payment required.
Returns
Returns must be made within 30 days of receiving the goods, and we will issue a refund within 7 working days of the goods being sent back to us. When you receive your order there will be a returns form inside, so please complete this and send back with the returned goods. Return postage must be paid by the customer for unwanted goods, and we offer a variety of ways for you to make a return e.g. taking to one of our stores free of charge, or Post Office drop off for £2.50. For full details please visit our returns page.
Free delivery on orders over £80
