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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 … read more

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 your … 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? Quilts are temperature-rated by two standards: EN (European Norm) and the newer ISO (International Organization for Standardization) Both create standardize … read more

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

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 procedu … 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

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

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' … read more

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 quilt … read more

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 the … read more

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 com … read more