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At a glance: To choose the right sleeping bag or quilt, match the temperature rating to the lowest temperature you expect minus 10 to 15°F, pick down for dry cold or synthetic for damp or budget t … 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

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

​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

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

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 compon … read more