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    A Heart of a Hiker.... slamajama's Avatar
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    down blanket, rather not bring a sleeping bag, any1 have any ideas im 5'7
    thxs

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    Serious? OK here is the correct answer... look at this and unzip - jump into it never use it for a mummy.... cheapest answer... fist pump answer.

    http://www.rei.com/product/833127/ma...-2011-closeout


    What is frequently missed here at WB is understanding... find the cheapest down bag at 600+ fill vs $$$ and least weight (under two pounds) or one. It is your money learn how to use it to your best advantage..... Look for close outs - understand what the difference is from 650 - 800 and you know if you can afford it jump for the higher fill. It does get lighter. You are buying a bag for a LIFETIME. So you don't zip it still cheaper.... if you want something custom PM me, I will find it for you.
    Dogs are excellent judges of character, this fact goes a long way toward explaining why some people don't like being around them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by slamajama View Post
    down blanket, rather not bring a sleeping bag, any1 have any ideas im 5'7
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    Down blankets are called comforters

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    theres comforters, duvets, and thows...was wondering if anyone went outside the norm to buy 1 that worked for hiking.

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    Western Mountaineering makes one specifically.
    http://westernmountaineering.com/ind...ud-9-Comforter
    It isn't cheap, but it's WM, and they make very high quality gear.

    That said, for the same weight and price, I'd just get a sleeping bag and use it unzipped most of the time, as that will serve double duty.
    Don't take anything I say seriously... I certainly don't.

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    Quote Originally Posted by slamajama View Post
    down blanket, rather not bring a sleeping bag, any1 have any ideas im 5'7
    thxs
    What you are talking about is called a backpacking quilt. Search around and you will find a ton of information on quilts.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ender View Post
    Western Mountaineering makes one specifically.
    http://westernmountaineering.com/ind...ud-9-Comforter
    It isn't cheap, but it's WM, and they make very high quality gear.

    That said, for the same weight and price, I'd just get a sleeping bag and use it unzipped most of the time, as that will serve double duty.
    Even in the dead of winter I can't zip my WM Puma up,it's my down blanket!!!

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    I've been using a down quilt for four years, Old Rag Mountain, by Jacks 'R' Better. If you look at the top of the page and click on LINKS then on manufacturers their link is part way down the list. I think they are a very good team to deal with and very helpful.

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    ty all very much

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    Quote Originally Posted by Slosteppin View Post
    I've been using a down quilt for four years, Old Rag Mountain, by Jacks 'R' Better. If you look at the top of the page and click on LINKS then on manufacturers their link is part way down the list. I think they are a very good team to deal with and very helpful.
    +1 on the JRB Old Rag Mountain top quilt. I have used mine for about a year now and love it. Keeps me warm and helps shave some ounces vs. a traditional sleeping bag.

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    Check out the down quilts from wwwenlightenedequipment.com. You won't find a better deal.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jimmyjam View Post
    Check out the down quilts from wwwenlightenedequipment.com. You won't find a better deal.
    Ditto this. I just bought one.
    "Throw a loaf of bread and a pound of tea in an old sack and jump over the back fence." John Muir on expedition planning

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