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The Short Answer: When comparing a down vs synthetic sleeping bag/quilt, the main difference comes down to performance in weight, warmth, and moisture. Down insulation offers the best warmth-to-weight … read more

The Short Answer: Many hikers use “sleeping bag” as a universal term for overnight gear, but modern backpacking sleep systems are more complex. A backpacking quilt can reduce pack weight a … read more

Bringing kids on their first Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) trip is a rite of passage for many outdoor families. After years of exploring the BWCAW with just my wife, Vickie, and me, we finally int … read more

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! Typi … read more

All of our down quilts have a box baffle system that channels the down to allow even distribution for the best loft and most warmth. Box baffles use internal baffle walls made of a mesh material that … read more

What Is a Sleeping Quilt? Understanding the Ultralight Alternative to Sleeping Bags. If you're an outdoor enthusiast or a seasoned backpacker, you may have come across the term “quilt” or … read more

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 tem … read more

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 or even a sleeping bag. Our sleeping quilts f … read more

How do quilt temperature ratings work?  Quilt temperature ratings are determined using two industry standards: the EN (European Norm) and the ISO (International Organization for Standardization) … read more

Imagine you’re in your tent after a long day of hiking. It’s dark, you’re exhausted, and worst of all, you’re shivering through the night. Sound familiar? Staying warm while ba … read more

​How do Quilt Temperature Ratings Work? By two standards: EN (European Norm) and the newer ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Both create standardized ratings for sleeping bags and q … read more

How do we measure fabric weight? We measure fabric weight in deniers. Deniers measure the thickness of threads in the fabric, and is the weight, in grams, of 9 kilometers of said fiber. This determ … read more