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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 heat … read more

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 war … read more

IntroductionShelters are part of the backpacking big three and are a crucial part of any sleep system. There are many different models and styles to shelters, but here’s some information about te … read more

IntroductionMany 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 componen … read more

Introduction“What do I wear?” is not just a question for a night out, but for a backpacking trip. Here are some options for legwear to handle various conditions and activity backpacking.ShortsIn a maj … read more

IntroductionPad 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 leaving y … read more

IntroductionBackpacking 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 you co … read more

Sleeping Bags vs QuiltsWhat 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 … read more

Places We LoveEnlightened Equipment has traveled to places all across the globe in the hands of thousands of adventurers, from thru hikers to weekend warriors. The places we recreate are incredibly im … read more

Care and Repair for Ultralight GearCaring for your ultralight sleeping quilt is of utmost importance for several key reasons. Firstly, these quilts are often constructed with delicate and high-tech ma … read more

Sleep Systems & CompressionA 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 o … read more