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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 temper … 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. Our sleeping quilts function best and are most comfortable … 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

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

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 matter?”Well … 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 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 qu … 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 ge … read more

IntroductionWhen 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 sta … read more

IntroductionKeeping 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 synth … 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

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