Sleeping Bags vs Quilts(Post)

    What is a sleeping quilt? A sleeping quilt is a type of sleeping bag that is open at the back and does not have a hood. Quilts are becoming increasingly popular among backpackers and other outdoor ...

    How to Wash Your Synthetic Quilt or Sleeping Bag(Post)

    Introduction Keeping your synthetic sleeping bag or quilt clean is essential for a comfortable outdoor sleeping experience. In this article, we will explain step by step how to properly wash your ...

    ​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 ...

    How to Handwash Your Down Quilt or Sleeping Bag(Post)

    If your sleep system has become dirty, typically the insulation will have problems lofting and perform less effectively, as well as feeling and smelling worse. It’s time to clean your gear! Typically ...

    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 ...

    ​Quilt Hardware and Design(Post)

    Introduction Our sleeping quilts are the product of more than a decade of intentional design and material selection. Here are some specifics on the hardware and design features of our sleeping quil ...

    ​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 ...

    ​Are Enlightened Equipment quilts overstuffed?(Post)

    Introduction In 2019, Enlightened Equipment made a significant change to their down quilts and sleeping bags by implementing a 30% overstuff. We’ll go more into overstuffing, its impact on the gear ...

    ​What is a Backpacking Sleep System?(Post)

    Introduction Many articles on this blog and the internet mention sleep systems. Here is a quick description of what a backpacking sleep system is and each piece. Sleep system refers to all the co ...

    ​All About Down Insulation(Post)

    Introduction When it comes to selecting the right insulation for your outdoor gear, there are two popular options: down and synthetic. In this article, we'll focus on the down insulation and why it ...

    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 ...

    A New Way to Clean Your Quilt(Post)

    Why Clean a Quilt at All? Before we talk about how to clean a quilt, it’s important to understand why it’s even worth cleaning a quilt. Our sleeping quilts function best and are most comfortab ...

    ​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 ...

    ​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 ...

    Maintenance and Repair(Post)

    Care and Repair for Ultralight gear Caring for your ultralight sleeping quilt is of utmost importance for several key reasons. Firstly, these quilts are often constructed with delicate and high-t ...

    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 ...

    ​How to Use Enlightened Equipment Pad Straps(Post)

    Introduction Pad straps are essential accessories for our backpacking sleeping quilts. They help to keep the quilt in place on top of your sleeping pad, preventing it from shifting around and leavi ...

    What is a Quilt? (Page)

        OH MAN, GREAT QUESTION. A quilt is an alternative to a sleeping bag that offers comfort, versatility, weight savings, and compressibility in ways that sleeping bags c ...