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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! Typi … 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

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

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

The Outcast Jacket Overview The Outcast Jacket was built to deliver high-performance warmth with greater versatility for a range of outdoor conditions. In this article, we’ll cover key fea … read more

Understanding 30% Overstuff in Quilts. In 2019, Enlightened Equipment introduced a major update to its down quilts and sleeping bags: a 30% overstuff across the board. This change increased the amoun … 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

Which Sleeping Bag or Quilt Insulation Is Right for You? One of the most common questions we hear is, “Should I choose a down or synthetic sleeping bag or quilt?” That’s usually fol … read more