View Full Version : what quilt to buy?
saltysack
03-14-2013, 23:16
I use a marmot helium 15 for winter and looking for a quilt to use when my wife comes along mainly spring and summer in Ga-Va AT. I'm thinking about a 30-40 enlightened rev or rev x?
daddytwosticks
03-15-2013, 07:31
If you are crafty and have access to a sewing machine, I've seen some hikers make really nice warm-weather quilts using synthetic insulation. Good luck. :)
One has options for lighter fabrics with water repellent coatings. If money isn't a factor, go with the Revelation.
Rocket Jones
03-15-2013, 07:44
I made a Ray Jardine quilt from a kit, and I've purchased a Revelation X from Enlightened Equipment. Both are solid choices. The Jardine quilt uses synthetic insulation, the Revelation is down.
Hiking Man
03-15-2013, 07:49
Check into the Zpacks quilt. They even sell quilts for two. There 40 degree quilt for two is less then 20oz.
http://www.zpacks.com/quilts.shtml
Check into the Zpacks quilt. They even sell quilts for two. There 40 degree quilt for two is less then 20oz.
http://www.zpacks.com/quilts.shtml
Enlightened Equipment also sells quilts for two although it is not noted on their website.
I second the Zpacks.... they are filled and priced well. My friend has one and I am waiting for my 20deg one to arrive for my April start!
I just started using Enlightened Equipment quilts...love them! Great quality, custom colors, and very light. I would highly recommend them. Sara is right. Heck, I bet he would make you a 4 person quilt if you asked nicely :)