​Who is the Outcast Designed For?(Post)

    Introduction We designed the Outcast in conjunction with Evolved Supply Co. to provide more versatility in an outdoor jacket while still offering high-level performance. Here are some uses for th ...

    ​Should I Choose a Down or Synthetic Sleeping Bag or Quilt?(Post)

    IntroductionThe big question for many is, “Should I choose a down or synthetic sleeping bag or quilt? Soon followed by…“What’s the difference?”“What do most people do?”And finally,“Does it matte ...

    ​Apparel Layering for Backpacking(Post)

    Introduction Backpacking involves a wide variety of weather conditions and can sometimes shift rapidly between states. It’s important to have a layered clothing system for backpacking that keeps yo ...

    Staying Warm at Night(Post)

    Top tips to sleep warmer in your quilt Here are some quick tips to make sure you have the best night of sleep possible.  Exercise and Body Temperature Quilts work by trapping body hea ...

    How to Stay Warm While Backpacking(Post)

    IntroductionPOV: You’re in your tent. It’s dark, you’re tired, and above all… you’re shivering. What did you do to deserve this fate of relative discomfort? Do I get up, or do I hunker down to get wa ...

    Lower Body Layering for Backpacking(Post)

    Introduction “What do I wear?” is not just a question for a night out, but for a backpacking trip. Here are some options for leg-wear to handle various conditions and activity backpacking. Shorts ...

    Temperature Rating 101(Post)

    How do quilt temperature ratings work? Quilts are temperature-rated by two standards: EN (European Norm) and the newer ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Both create standardiz ...

    Winter Backpacking & Quilt Layering Systems(Post)

    Introduction Winter backpacking offers great opportunities for peace and stunning natural beauty, but it can be hard to stay warm while sleeping. One effective way to stay warm in freezing tempe ...

    ​How do Quilt Temperature Ratings Work?(Post)

    By two standards: EN (European Norm) and the newer ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Both create standardized ratings for sleeping bags and quilts. This standardized testing proced ...

    ​Sleep Systems & Compression(Post)

    A topic like sleeping bag or sleeping quilt compression may seem insignificant, but can have an impact on how much gear you can fit in your pack, as well as how it carries on you. Generally, folks ...

    ​Support and FAQ(Post)

    Making a change in your gear can be stressful and involve a lot of uncertainty in an already uncertain place (the outdoors). Here are some common questions we get and some answers to those questio ...

    A Comprehensive Intro to Sleeping Quilts(Post)

    What is a sleeping quilt? If you're an outdoor enthusiast or a seasoned backpacker, you may have come across the term “quilt” or "sleeping quilt" in your quest for the perfect centerpiece for you ...