Almost perfect
I wasn’t sure about coming on board with the whole quilt idea, but I have used my revolution on an overnight now and have no regrets. The quilt has great loft and warmth. I only held back on the 5 stars for two reasons. I thought the clips were small and a little cumbersome to undo. Not a huge deal. The temp rating is a little optimistic also. Otherwise, great, quality built quilt. The space and weight loss coming from a sleeping bag was significant without reducing comfort.
Revelation Quilt worked great
Very impressed taking it out for 5 nights in VA/WVA in November. Easy to adjust to different temps. I loved it!
Revelation quilt
Great quilt, very comfortable and warm
Revelation
I used this quilt in snow, sleet, rain, and clear conditions down to the teens at night. Stayed toasty all night with a high R value pad. The exterior can be wet and the hydrophobic down will retain loft and will keep you warm and dry. Dries quickly and packs down nicely. This quilt is the answer to a down bag at half the weight. Well done EE
I waited to long....
20 deg. Wide Rev...
Nothing holds a candle to this quilt. Go hard, be light ,be warm. Worry about other stuff.
Favorite piece of gear
I’m kinda addicted to this quilt. It’s the 20 degree and absolutely perfect for warm or cold weather. It is breathable, but also super snuggly. It’s super light-weight, but reliably durable.
Almost too warm!
I upgraded to a 10 degree revelation quilt after being pretty cold in my 22 degree mummy bag when it was low 40's on a trip. On our last trip, the temperature dropped to right around freezing and I still found myself kicking the quilt off to the side. It would touch my wife and she would be upset that "that magic hot thing is touching me again!" Very happy with my purchase, and will probably be looking for another for warm weather.
Light, warm and wonderful!
Got this quilt to reduce my pack weight and had heard I would just as warm but more comfortable. True story! I like the flexibility the quilt offers. If it’s warmer out, use it like an quilt. The colder it gets, close it up and pull those straps tight. Great buy.
Great quilt
Great quilt
First time using a quilt
I recently took this quilt out on a 5 day trip to the Rae Lakes loop. I am definitely a side sleeper and I like to roll around a lot. That said, this quilt is amazing! Super lightweight, and feels great sleeping with! I’ve never sleep so good. The only downside is the length. Many time I went to pull the quilt above my head and my feet would be exposed. I’m 5’10” and the regular/regular is just a bit to short. Not a big deal. I still slept comfortable. But if this kind of thing worries you get a wide/long. Just to be safe.
Amazing Summer Quilt
I wanted a lighter and cooler bag for summer camping so I looked at the 40* reg/reg and this fit the bill perfectly! It doesn't hurt that you can pack it smaller than any quilt/bag I've ever used. I feel like I could get away with carrying this in a fanny pack.
Revelation 10 degree long/wide
Revelation 10 degree long/wide. I am 6'1" and this size is great. Absolutely my new favorite piece of gear. First time owning a down product, and first time trying a quilt instead of a mummy bag. This quilt is lightweight, packs down small, and lofts right back up after unpacking. I am using a bag liner to help keep it clean as long as possible.
Quilt
I purchased a revelation regular width and length, 10 degree quilt. I am 6 ft. 210 lbs. and it works perfectly for me. It won't go over my head but it fits just right over my shoulders and can be drawn snug around my neck. I've only used it a few times in fair weather and it works great being able to just pull it up over me when I get chilly. I'm really anxious to do some cold weather camping to put it to the test. EE really thought things though when designing this quilt. I would buy it again in a heart beat.
Revelation Wide 10°F
I'm 5'10, slim build and wanted the wide for something little extra in the cold. Fits perfect for me with plenty or room to stretch out. Only been out on one trip over 4 nights but I was really impressed and slept much better than in a sleeping bag. Easy to setup and adjust. I've seen a few reviews where people explain that quilts take time and practice to get the setup right. I didn't find this to be the case here. Two straps, one draw cord and your good to go, tighten the straps if you get cold. Quality and stitching seem really good. Quick tracked postage to the UK. Import duties and taxes are steep but I knew that before buying and certainly not any fault of EE. Really happy with the purchase so far :)
Revelation Quilt 40 degree
Fantastic quilt. I ordered it shortly before doing the Wind River High Route this month. It arrived only a few days later. While temps sometimes dropped into the upper 30s during the six nights on the route, the quilt kept me plenty warm.
Very Warm and Comfortable
This is the first time I have used a quilt vs sleeping bag. I really like the design, flexibility and comfort. Temps got down in the low 40s. I was warm and slept well.
Revelation Quilt
Great product! Light, packs easily (& quickly) and as warm as needed. I have left it “open” on warmer nights & used straps/foot sack for cooler nights. 100% would buy more EE products.
revelation quilt
WONDERFUL !! I am so happy I switched to a quilt. Warm all night long.
Revelation 10 deg reg
I like the straps and method of keeping the quilt next to me and attached to the pad. My trips thus far have been above freezing; bikepacking in Southern Colorado, Northern NM. Been able to compress into 6 liter bag, but would probably go next step up. Great product.
Revelation quilt
Really enjoyed the quilt on top of my pad. Plenty of room for my arms and legs and torso to turn and move around. Plenty warm. Straps worked well. Don’t plan to ever use a mummy bag again.
First quilt
First time quilt user, love the Revelation. Super cozy, easily adjustable and simple to find different “temperature settings”. Draw cords at foot box and neck area are awesome for increasing or decreasing draft. As a frequent pee-er in the night I much prefer the clip system to a zipper, I can leave the bottom clip fastened and easily pop the top clip to get up and do biz. Also, frigg it’s light. Can’t recommend enough.
First Quilt
This was my first quilt and I won't be going back to a bag unless temps force me. I purchased the 30* long version. I like that it doesn't have a built in foot chamber, but one you can unzip so it truly functions like a blanket. I am a side sleeper and I move around a lot so this was perfect. It got me through high 50* nights. I'll see how it holds out in colder weather. Great purchase.
Nice warm and comfy quilt
I have the 20° Revelation paired with a pad that's something like R3.8 and took it out in temps that got just below 40°. I stayed super cozy and warm all night no problem. Was also warm and comfy waking up. I am very unlikely to go out in sub-freezing temps so this quilt is el perfecto. All the stitching, straps, zippers, and draw strings seem very high quality. Had only one little half inch size feather come out.
Revelation 30 Degree
Finally decided to give backpacking quilts a try, and EE was highly recommended. I've only had a chance to use the Revelation once, on a backpacking trip in the Catskills. It was warm when it was cool at night, comfortable, and easy to pack. Love it!
30° revelation
I got a 30° Revelation two years ago. It’s been with me through the Pacific crest Trail the Appalachian trail Tahoe rim John Muir I’ve beaten this bag up over the years and it’s still amazing... I got the 30° 850 down regular wide but I’m going to upgrade and get a 950 down regular wide I just want the lighter weight it’s not much but I saw this bag has gone through severe cold nights and I was perfectly warm there’s been some nights have been out there and it’s been 19/20°. This quilt has performed amazingly get those temperatures I was never cold or uncomfortable so thank you enlightened equipment For making me this quilt. I would never bash other companies but I’ve tried other quilts and was very disappointed and very unhappy from here on out I’ll just stick with what I know thank you and I hope others feel the same as I do
Revelation 10 degree
First time using any quilt so I can’t really compare products but I love this quilt, it allowed me to sleep very comfortably definitely recommend it worth every penny.
Amazing product
Everything about this sleeping quilt is amazing. The outer material is so soft that I’ve been using it around the house because of how comfortable it is. So far I’ve only used it car camping, but it’s amazing how small it packs up for backpacking. I really like the quilt aspect of it. Generally I get too warm at nights so it’s nice that I can easily get my legs out when I overheat. Would recommend to a friend!
excellent
Excellent quilt. Only minor issue is feeling the sinching cords flap around when i sleep.. it would be cooler if they tucked away into a sleeve
perfect for a bad sleeper
I am not just a side sleeper; I am a restless, first this way and then that way sleeper. I am also one of those people who is constantly too hot or too cold, usually both in quick succession. I have a horror of mummy bags as I find them to be like having my limbs tied together as if about to be hurled into the river. I also am always too warm in them, but am unable to sleep with no cover (and anyway would then be cold). The Revelation is a revelation. It is first of all luxuriously light and soft. It is also endlessly and effortlessly adjustable; you can let in more air or pull it closer for more warmth with ease, without waking up all the way and struggling. This is an expensive item, but it is without question better to have gotten this rather than a cheaper bag that would drive me nuts, followed by further purchases in the future. And it weighs nothing in your pack.
Revelation Quilt
Purchased the Revelation 10deg quilt for a backpacking trip through the Sierras three weeks ago. My expectations were high, based on reviews, and this met and/or exceeded them all. I sleep on the cold side and was nice and warm in this quilt when all other hikers with me complained of being cold each night.
I’m a 5’10” active stomach/side sleeper and I purchased the regular/wide version and It was a bit short for me. The sizing chart recommended a longer quilt but I couldn’t make myself believe I needed a long/wide. The charts were correct! So, my wife (5’ 4”) gets this one and I’m buying another for me. Amazing product!
Incredible Bag: Revelation Quilt
This bag exceeded my expectations. I purchased the 0 degree quilt, which is well worth the money. It is compact, super light, very soft and warm. If you're looking for a new bag, I highly recommend this one!
Quilt revelation
The perfect equipement.
Revelation
This is a fantastic piece of gear. Comfortable, packs tiny, and well-made. Should be a go-to part of your sleep system
Quality Construction
I have the 20* regular Revelation Quilt. The construction is very good. The stuff sack is sized well and having a large storage bag is a bonus. I haven't used it in low temps yet, but it's comfortable for use in warmer (60-70*) temps since it can be opened up.
Revelation Quilt 40 Degree
Bought this for warm weather hiking and it did not disappoint. First quilt I have owned so decided to buy one to try in conditions that are not as extreme. Based on several nights use I will definitely buy another for cold weather. Quality is quite good. The strap system worked well but based on temperatures I ended up not using them. Highly recommend this quilt.
One night so far
35 defF or so in a 10 deg quilt. Was plenty warm and very comfortable. The only question I have now is what to do with my 10 other sleeping bags
20/30 degree revelation
There are very few things I have a ton of love for when it comes to gear. A lot of it is good. This quilt is GREAT! Nothing like a cold night outdoors and looking forward to getting toasty in my revelation. The name says it all. After a lifetime of sleeping in the confines of a bag. You're too hot or too cold and never happy. But then this thing comes along. You can get wrapped up if that's what you're into. You can leave it open and stretch out. It clips behind you if you want to get mummified. And that's when it happens, the revelation, that this is what it could have been all these years. Awesome product, awesome customer service. I bought one for my wife and she LOVES IT. Spent an hour napping in it at home the day it arrived. Don't hesitate, it's not often in life you can pay money for a revelation. It's like those glasses that help the colorblind see color and this pretty much...
30 degree revelation
I loved my cozy quilt! It was amazing how fast I got warm in it on a chilly night... (only got down down to 40... ) I ended up being too warm as I am a cold sleeper, but with being able to stick my legs out to cool off it was perfect! I can tell it would work great for me on a backpack trip with even lower temps. Can’t wait to go on more adventures with it, Great made product and I keep bragging about it to everyone. Will definitely be a returning customer.
Love My Revelation 20°F Quilt
I have slept down to 25°F in my Long/Wide Revelation 20°F rated quilt with just normal wool long underwear on and a beanie. Very comfortable. You don't even notice it over you. It's like sleeping in bed at home, and maybe even better! I love my quilt and will never go back to a sleeping bag or a different company again. Thanks EE!
Revelation 20 degree
I was worried about temperatures and if I would be warm enough. Went to bed with a light jacket and hat and woke up an hour later extremely hot. Took off the jacket and hat and slept amazing the rest of the night. I was very surprised waking up to 3 inches of snow and the dogs water bowl frozen. Love the Revelation and is my new go to for backpacking.
Standard 50 F Revelation
I live in the Tropics of Australia in Cairns and camp travelling over the Wet Tropics of Queensland and Gulf Country using my Adventure Bike. The problem has been finding a sleeping system that handles the tropics. As yet I have not used the Relevelation but will be shortly. The reason for the review is the quick service. I ordered the quilt 6 days ago and asked one question which was answered within 6 hours. Today the Quilt arrived at my door in Cairns. 6 days from ordering to arrival via DHL. This is quicker than Australia Post within Australia! Having put the Quilt on my pad, an Exped 7 LW I am impressed with the quality of the Quilt and it's so light.
Great Job
Washed my quilt - Fantastic- like new.
Been procrastinating on washing my quilt after reading reviews that 'its never the same'. Wow, those folks need to learn to do laundry. It came out like brand new. It's all in the drying process and it's not complicated, just a little putsy. Here's what I did:
Washer - top load washer without an agitator, cool water, extra water, delicate cycle, single rinse. Cap full of down wash.
Dryer -
1. 20 minutes on air cycle with 5 tennis balls
2. pull it out (chase the balls across the laundry room floor), shake it out, back in the dryer for 20 min air cycle, 5 tennis balls.
3. repeat step 2. This time, check the outer channels & corners - push any wet down that's starting to clump in the corners down and pull the wads of synthetic down apart gently.
4. remove, fluff, separate any clumping down along the edges, back in the dryer with the balls, this time on low heat, 10 minutes.
5. repeat step 4.
6. remove, shake it out, lay flat and inspect. run hands along each channel and break up any last remaining small clumps of down. At this point there were only a few small marble-sized clumps.
It's as light, fluffy and warm as the day I opened the box from EE:)
New Revelation Custom Quilt
Got my Revelation Custom Quilt this past weekend and tried it out last night. 30 Degree rated quilt with draft tube. Last night it was about mid 30's. I think I would have been fine with no draft tube and in a 40 degree quilt, but I am a warm sleeper. I am super happy with the quilt. I can't wait to try it on the trail.
Awesome piece of gear
After a test night in the backyard and a 3 night backpacking trip, I’ve officially been converted to quilts! I’m 6’2” and about 200 lbs, side/stomach sleeper mostly. The Revelation makes it so easy to move around and adjust your sleeping position. The straps are awesome and keep the quilt in place. It’s also incredibly easy to adjust your warmth by either cinching or loosening. The temperature rating is also accurate (for me, anyway). I have a 40 degree long/wide I purchased to use in the summer months. I slept in base layers, a puffy, and a hat. Nightly temps were right around 40 degrees, one night dropped to 36 and I was NEVER cold. It was the most comfortable backpacking trip I’ve ever been on. Will be buying a 20 degree for shoulder season use in the future. Thank you EE!
A REALLY versatile quilt
I got mine (20F, regular, wide) a year and a half ago and since then I've used it in a huge variety of situations. To mention some: Month long mountaineering expeditions in the Waddington Range (BC), The Wind River Range (WY) and 3 of those in different parts of Patagonia (Chile). I Also used it in a bunch of weeklong trips in the Mantiqueira Range (Brazil). Besides using it in a tent I also used the quilt in a couple of bivies, including one that I shared the quilt with a climbing partner on an alpine climbing in Cerro Castillo (Chile).
Pros: Again, super versatile, goes well as a blanket when its not cold and, after learning how to adjust it, you can make it really cozy when the temperature drops below freezing.
I got a wide one and it can comfortably be used with a lot of extra layers on those coldest nights or to fit a couple of romantic ultralight skinny people as a blanket (in warmer temps). Sharing it in the alpine bivy was terrible as it was planned to be but the quilt did a great job, still think it is a pro (specially when comparing to other options we had)!
Oh, yes, it disappears on your pack and it really light.
If you follow the washing instructions you'll be fine and it will be an easy process.
You can trust the temperature range it claims.
Cons: Fabric feels a little bit too delicate. I let it airing out with some rocks on top of it for about an hour and, because of the wear caused by the wind, it got some tiny holes (no big deal). The quilt have a draw cord for the neck and elastic for the footbox closure, I wish it was the opposite. The amount of features (cords, buckles, snaps, zippers) makes it feel a little more complicated than I wish it was (but that is also what makes it so versatile).
Botton line: this quilt converted me! It has some room for improvement, but I'll never move back to a traditional sleeping bag. If it's your first quilt: trust it, give yourself some time to adapt and learn how to use it well, and you'll end up loving it.
I wanna try a 20°F regular/regular Enigma for more simplicity and lighter weight and eventual coziness since I use it mostly for mountaineering, but I still love my Revelation.
Revelation 20 degree quilt
Awesome quilt! Works great in cold weather and more temperate weather since it opens up. Super light and packs down to next to nothing! Great buy too!
Better than a sleeping bag
I took the Revelation quilt to Argentina for a month, and it was all I could ask of it. Light and warm, but especially more comfortable than a sleeping bag. No constrictive footbox, no zipper to get caught on the draft tube, no wasted weight. The blue of this 20º quilt is a great color. The two sleeping pad straps are simple and brilliant. On warmer nights I only used one. I also love that its sewn in Winona! I played Ultimate with some good players from Winona.
10 degree and ultra light
I was able to take my new 10 degree quilt on a camping trip and here are my first impressions: it is ultra light and very easy to carry, it compacts so well. It is super warm, during the night, the quilt was actually too hot and, I have to remove it from my body to cool off for a bit. Love the quilt and will use it for all my camping trips. Also, i will buy from this vendor again.
quilt
switched two years ago will never go back. last year the temps went from 80 at 11 pm at 3000 feet then down to the low 40's at 6000. laid over me at 3000 feet never got to hot and wrapped up at 6000 feet was never cold. could not have done that with my mummy which rated down to 20 degrees and my quilt is rated 5 degrees lower than my mummy.
Enigma quilt
I was searching for a super lightweight sleeping bag to use on my Appalachian Trail thruhike and I found the Enigma quilt zero degrees with the foot box At first look I have to admit I was skeptical that this lightweight bag could keep me warm in sub freezing temps. Actually on a night when it was in the teens , I had to throw it back a bit because I was sweating. From then on I just wear my under wear and I’m toasty warm. Many of my fellow hikers were envious of my great looking lightweight bag and asked where they could get one. Next I took it to Peru for the trek into Machu Picchu where our porters just couldn’t believe that something so light could’ve so warm. Caliente caliente ! They cried out!
Revelation 20 degree
I have not had a chance to test the temperature range. I bought this as a gift for my Scout. She used it on 3 rainy 60 degree nights and loved it. Being able to adjust it by leaving it a little open and without the straps gave it better range on a warmer night and kept her comfortable. I plan to by one for myself in the near future.
Revelation Quilt 20 degree Long/Wide
Best piece of outdoor equipment I've purchased in the last 30 years. Can't say enough about the Quilt. Quality Construction and materials. Worried my wife will swipe it from me. Thank you.
Revelation
I purchased 2 Revelation 10 degree quilts, Just used them for the first in the Superstition Mountains , Arizona, on a over night backpacking trip , 35 degree low, stayed so warm, it was like being inside of an electric blanket, the heat was literally radiating from the quilt. I’m 100% satisfied with my purchase.
Great investment in a good nights sleep
All I can say is that if you’re on the fence about getting a quilt, jump over onto the green grass and pick one of these up! I waited far too long to sleep warm and comfortable!
Revelation Long/Wide 20 deg
I used the Revelation on a 3 night trip into Yellowstone the 3 week of September. I found the temperature rating for me (6', 195 lbs, male) to be spot on. The coldest morning was 25 degrees, I stayed warm with just a long sleeve shirt and a beanie, no socks or long underwear. I read complaints about the inability to completely close off the foot box. I found no issue with this, I simply followed the suggestion here on the Enlighten Equipment website. I was concerned that snapping and drawing the neck closure would be confining and the draw sting would be annoying., neither was true.
The bag is a great weight to warmth ratio, is VERY comfortable, not confining and surprisingly not that hard to get out of.
I own a couple of other blankets, none are as light and warm as the Revelation.
Worth every penny!
Very impressed!
I bought this as a last-minute purchase before a backpacking trip. After the purchase, the weather forecast became significantly colder and I was nervous that the quilt would not be warm enough. I bought the 30 degree version and the forecast had the temps dipping down to the low 20s. I ended up using a couple of down jackets to supplement the quilt (one for my feet and one for my chest and I was toasty warm despite waking up to a frozen water bottle. Additionally, as a side sleeper, I have never felt so unrestricted - so much more room to stretch out compared to a mummy bag. The long/wide version probably helped with this but I feel that even the regular version would have been roomy enough for me (6'2" thin build) Can't wait for more adventures with this quilt!
Love it
So far, used the 20 degree quilt in about 30 degree temps. This was my first backpacking experience, so was a little worried about how the quilt would work out, but I loved it! It kept me very warm wearing only a base layer. I had bought a down puffy just for sleeping in, but wound up not needing it, even though I typically get cold very easily. I was also worried about my feet getting cold, but the zipper and draw string allowed me to completely close up the lower portion and there were no issues with drafts. The straps also did a great job of keeping the quilt on my pad, while still giving me much more room to move around than a mummy bag would have allowed. Since I usually switch between side and stomach sleeping, this was great. Finally, although maybe not surprising to others who are used to using down products, I couldn’t believe how small of a sack this stuffs into! Could not be happier with this purchase.
Revelation 20-degree Success
While I have not yet taken this out on the trail, I have done a 4-night shakedown in my yard, with temps around 31 degrees with snow. I did not sleep in a puffer, just my leggings and base layer long sleeve shirt, as well as wool socks and a beanie. I was super toasty! Soft beyond belief and super compressible.
Life Saver
I'm using this quilt to live in my truck house with no heater in the Northeast, and it's incredible. My friends all think I'm psycho, but I'm cozy every night down to 18 degrees so far. The only problem so far is that some of the stitching is coming undone after snagging it on an edge.
Revelation
Completed the TRT (Tahoe Rim Trail) and the 20 degrees bag worked great. It got down the the low 20s and with my NEMO Tensor Insulated Sleeping Pad, I never felt the cold ground beneath me. Just had to wear silk longjohns:)
Revelation Down Quilt
My first quilt and I am very satisfied. Well made, very light and packable. Takes a bit to get used to the straps. Worked well as a top quilt in my hammock as well. Used on a section hike on the AT the week after I got. I did get a wide and am happy with the extra width. Wonderful product.
John
20 Degree Quilt
Stayed in my new 20 degree quilt for 9 nights in The Shenandoah's on the AT. It got down to around 40 and I was so comfortable. I really appreciate their help when I needed it. Great Quilt and a Great Company. Thank you Carl
Revelation
Amazing quilt, very versatile and comfortable.
It is awesome warm, usable not only in a tent, but in home as a blanket.
Awesome product and quality, the only think I can think as negative would be the noise once you move and maybe foot box whole. Anything else is awesome, build quality, weight, color, warm factor, straps, packed size.
Revelation 10
Loving my Revelation 10 degree bag. Ultralightweight, stuffs nicely (no need for compression straps), looks great and most importantly kept me warm in below freezing weather in the Tetons.
Off the shelf Revelation 40 long/wide
I wear a size 54 suit jacket and had plenty of room and coverage. Straps to fasten quilt to pad worked great and made it easy to regulate temp. Can't be any happier with the purchase. Quick shipping and great customer service
LOVE
This quilt is awesome. The options to unzip, loosen, clip or unclip to the pad just give so many options on how to use it. This is my first quilt but not my first high quality piece of gear. You can tell it’s really well made. Can’t wait to get the under quilt for the next spring.
Exactly what I was looking for
Been looking at switching ovet to a quilt for a while. After testing it for 10 days in the Canadian Rockies. The Revelation was exactly what I was looking for. Lightweight, warm, and flexible. It held up great when I was in a warmer valley or a cold high elevation campsite. Super easy to expand everything and throw the quilt on or to wrap myself into a burrito.
Lightweight and Impressive
Recently purchased the Revelation Stock in Long Wide 20deg. I am 6'2", 215lbs. The fit is perfect and just what I needed. I can move around easily at night and have had no issues keeping warm. So far been down in the low 40s and I can say I have felt hot each night sleeping, enough to let in some cold air and roll over. Haven't had sleep this good in the woods in quite a long time. Coming from a mummy bag the quilt is a game changer, so puffy yet packs down so small and light! Would highly recommend anyone thinking about making the switch to dive right in and you will not regret it!
Great Decision!
I originally purchased my Revelation 20 to have both a less restrictive sleep and to reduce weight. I researched the best recommended bags and quilts. And, man, am I glad I bought this quilt!
I've been backpacking the Colorado Trail this summer, and the Revelation is great as a blanket. I've not used the straps, at all, although I expect I'll use them as the weather gets colder on my fall trips.
I'm a side sleeper and tend to turn a lot over the night. Sleeping bags have been frustrating for me and felt far too restrictive. The Revelation, especially when used as a blanket, has no restrictions, at all. I also found the quilt to sleep warm, which was a pleasant surprise. As a blanket in even low 30s temps, it was warm and comfortable.
This is my go-to sleeping system.
Revolutionary- more comfort, flexibility, and lighter than a regular bag
Only really purchased to save weight but all around it's a better way to sleep. Far exceeded my expectations. Just back from a 4 night trip with the revelation 30. Slept in the 30s and 40s up to 12.5k in the quilt. Noticed frozen water nearby so must have been below freezing one night but was totally warm ( even too warm at times, sure the tent + rainfly helped too) Sleeping in a quilt is a bit more complicated w/ the mat straps etc. but isn't a big deal (watch the youtube video and you're set). The comfort of not being constricted in the upper body and being able to toss and turn really is revolutionary. The flexibility to use in warmer temps as just a blanket I'm sure will be great too. I think some who complain of being cold just aren't sleeping in a proper base layer which seems to be more important with a quilt.
Perfect quilt
I purchased the 20 degree Revelation Regular Wide, my first quilt, from a recommendation by a local shop owner / thru hiker. I am beyond happy with my decision. I have now been on several summer trips with warmer temperatures (opened up the quilt and used as a blanket), and the latest trip to the boundary waters with nights in the low 40s. I was completely comfortable and even a little warm at points. I LOVE the weight, the fantastic loft, and construction. It takes no time at all to warm up. I use one of the straps on the highest connection points and place around my sleeping pad and it keeps me warm & cozy all night long... as I'm a side sleeper and move around a lot. I had no drafts and I slept better than I ever have. I'm planning to invest in a hoodlum for cooler weather. I would totally buy this again.
His and hers quilts
My wife and I just tried out our quilts on a backpacking trip in Glacier. We bought the 20 degree bags, and were extremely pleased. My wife, who chills easily, was very warm in temps below 40. We’re both impressed with comfort and quality.
Love the quilt, but you'll need to add some layers!
I've never been that comfortable in a mummy sleeping bag - they feel too constrictive and I like to be able to have a bit of air flow near my legs. The quilt's an awesome solution and the straps do a great job of keeping the quilt in place but not feel like it's tight against your body. The trade-off is that comfort temperature range is going to be higher - for me, the 20 degree quilt felt cold when it was 40 degrees outside, so I had to layer up with socks, pants, and a down jacket (on top of me, under the quilt). However, I had a much better nights sleep than I would have in a sleeping bag, so it's worth the trade-off, plus the weight of the quilt's a good pound less than my sleeping bag so that's a bonus for backpacking.
This quilt is terrific
I have the 20 degree quilt. Love the light weight and packability. Lots of down loft. The lowest temp that I used the quilt was about 40 degrees. I was quite warm (too warm at times). The great thing about the quilt was that it was so easy to throw it off if too warm (or snuggle it up if needed). I wondered if I would find it uncomfortable sleeping directly on top of my sleeping pad -- I did not. I really liked that the quilt was non-constricting (unlike a mummy bag). Very happy with my purchase. I am 5'9" and 135#. A Regular/Regular works great for me.
Light & warm
Love my quilt 20 degree revelation. Soooo light and incredibly warm. Have not used it near 20 degrees yet, but I think it will work well into the fall. Super happy with this option for summer wilderness trip, canoeing & backpacking
Great Product From A Great Company!
Enlightened Equipment does it again! Excellent quilt.
good so far
So far so good! Had it on 2 trips no issues
Revelation 40
Have tried this quilt out at home. Lightweight and comfortable. Looking forward to taking it on trail
Revelation 20F down filled?
I bought a Revelation quilt 20F that was supposed to be filled with down. However, it has been losing feathers of about 2,6 cm( 1 inch) through the fabric. It was the one made in China and Im very disappointed with the product. An Unhappy customer here.
Revelation 40 long/wide
Awesome summer bag for tall guy. 6'4" 225lbs and the long wide is a perfect lightweight choice for me. I run with a 15 degree mummy bag for shoulder season backpacking, but when not needed for safety I go with this 40 degree quilt. Don't be nervous if you are a sleeping bag user...I was but got used to the quilt in one night. Thanks EE.
Revelation 20 degree 850DT
First two nights with the EE has been a life changer. I have been a mummy bag user for many years but no more. Two nights @ 9000/10000 ft respectively both of which were 35-40*F with wind and no issues! Great product!
So far so good
I've always heard Enlightened equipment is some of the best gear you can get. I finally pulled the trigger and got a revelation for a top quilt. It worked phenomenally. Kept me warm. I have only used it a few times but so far so good. I would definitely recommend. a little bit on the pricey side but you get what you pay for.
The best sleeping bag/quilt I've owned
This is so warm and light! Complete convert to this brand now.
I love my quilt
This quilt is compact, light, warm and perfect in every way. I love it!
Never to late
This quilt is the best that I ever have bought to supply my gear. I’m a sleeper that turns around several times during the night and a sleeping-bag has always made the night longer. This quilt has eliminated that problem.
Warm winters
Extremely warm and comfortable. Took it to multiple winter trips and used it as a blanket by opening the zips and buttons as it was so warm.
Great quilt
I am very satisfied with this quilt. I’ve watched reviews about this quilt for a long time and finally decided to go for it. Shipping was faster than any shipment I have ever gotten(including prime 2 day). Warmth is good. Not sure that I’ll be comfortable at 20 degrees but 4 was toasty. I don’t have any problems with any smells like I’ve read from other reviews.
I would love to see this quilt come with a roll top dry sack instead of the draw cord sack. I don’t like stuffing it into just whatever it fits in. With that being said I love the storage bag that comes with with it. All in all this is a great quilt.
Smelly bag
Got this quilt for a pack packing trip and noticed a very strong, unpleasant smell the first night I slept under it, like a wet dog. It's no fun to sleep under the smell of a wet dog so I asked the company what I could do. They suggested to wash and air the quilt, after having done that the very unpleasant smell stayed. I decided to go for a synthetic bag as EE said this was normal with animal material (we have owned down bags before and never had this issue so I was a bit surprised) we asked EE if they could offer some kind of discount If we get another bag of their company but the answer was no. So disappointing experience with bag & company :(
My third EE quilt
Love these quilts and they are rock solid for backpacking! I bought my first one in 2014 and two more last month. I highly recommend!!
Excellent Product - astonishing how fast it was send to Europe
I have the 30° quilt in regular length and wider width. Perfekt quilt, just as described. I tried it on a 7°C night (44 F), worked suprisingly good, big loft, very light. The straps manage to keep it in place although I turn relatively often at night. So i guess it can keep the 30°F promise :-)
Amazing product!
Cheers
Max
Revelation quilt
Hi, I’ve survived in this quilt size long wide 30,, for quite a few nights now. A couple that went to below freezing. I am 6’ , 205 lbs, and very wide thru the chest, I find that even the wide isn’t really wide enough to fully tuck under or if using the straps cinches me in like a stretcher. Like I said I survived. Take into consideration that these sleep for me pretty cold, I’d say the 30 is comfortable to 45f. Below that and it’s all your puffys and don’t wiggle so as to not let air in. The good. Extremely light, lost 2lbs out of the pack just with this over the NF mummy. Love it for summer and early fall conditions. Also the quality seems to be very acceptable. I backcountry as much as I can so I’ve put it thru the wringer for a full year now. 20+ nights. So if you are a smaller frame or a hot sleeper this is a viable option just be aware that there are caveats that come w/ the quilts.
Revelation Quilt
I absolutely love my quilt! Excellent quality. I could not have been happier with the whole process. Quilt even came much quicker than estimated. I would highly recommend!
Revelation Quilt
What can I say other than I am in love with my quilt! The whole experience from talking to the team at EQ who was extremely helpful and gave me great advises to the timing and shipping and all logistic was 5 stars.
Revelation Custom Quilt
I got a revelation custom 20 degree quilt for Christmas two years ago and it has serve me well! I would say that it is really more like a 30 degree quilt. What compelled me to review, however, is the trouble I had with some customer service. Just recently I lost one of the straps on a backpacking trip. When I asked if I could be sent a new strap I was denied stating the shipping cost would be too much. I’m pretty sure you could send those straps in a letter sized envelope. Now I have no idea how I’m going to keep insulated! If you want a better lifetime warranty and customer service I would suggest taking your business elsewhere there’s plenty of brands that I choose from that have helped me time and time again (MSR, Big Agnes, etc). For example, Western Mountaineering will even add filling to a specific area of your bag that feels cold. Now that’s what I call good customer service.
First down quilt, nice so far
Bought the revelation 20F regular/regular. I'm a warm sleeper so I wanted the versatility that a quilt provides. I usually don't like to have my feet covered, so being able to zip up the foot box and leaving the end open is a perfect setup when it's 40F+. I have slept in this down to 27F and needed to have it completely zipped, buckled and snapped all the way up... but in that configuration, I'm confident I could sleep in this down to 20F, it's so warm!. I'm just about 5'11 tall and even with the regular size I can pull the top up over my had and cinch it down, which makes it extra warm!. I actually don't like having my head covered like that though so I might need to buy a down head cap at some point. I wouldn't recommend this product to someone who must sleep with their feet covered, in that case you should go with the Enigma or maybe just a traditional mummy bag, but for fussy sleepers like me, it's great.
The Revelation - 10 degree quilt
After getting a chance to try out my new quilt this past spring (and I experienced cold enough nights to utilize the quilt properly), I really like the quilt. It's much lighter than my old 15 degree Western Mountaineering down bag, which was, and still is, awesome in its own right. Back to the Revelation - my only gripe is that the down feathers seem to flock (punt intended) towards the bottom, leaving the top and middle sparsely filled by the down.
Wooly J. Guerrero - Appalachian Trail Flip-flop Thru-hike 2012, Ga to Ny, Me to Ny.
Really Tried- Not warm enough
I really, really wanted to like this quilt. Bought it before a thru-hike of the Ouachita Trail in April '17 where the nights were 35-55F and there was not one night I was warm. I even stayed in town one night instead of my plan to keep hiking because night temps were going to be near freezing and I knew this wouldn't hold up. I watched countless YouTube videos on how to properly use this and gave it a trial run (in VA) before taking it out on the trail. It was sized right and I didn't change my sleep system from what I used in VT and the JMT other than this vs a 20F REI Down mummy bag. Didn't matter if I was in a tent or in a shelter- the torso section would be cold (normally my feet run cold so this was odd). I don't think the baffles can hold the down in place over the night even when I would painstakingly shift it all around for even coverage.
Pros: super light, feels nice and warm out of the bag, good craftsmanship
Cons: cost, not warm after down gets compressed in sack
Love it.
Incredibly cozy. Well made. Great on overnighters, backyard fire pit, couch... anywhere. Buy one. Buy it now.
Gets the job done in three seasons
I’ve used this on several multi-day backpacking trips. It is incredibly lightweight, and has kept me cosy well down into the 30s.
Amazing
Just finished by 2 weeks trip with this bag, and let me tell you it's amazing, so light, so warm, so small!
My girlfriend has choosen its christmas gift ;)
Outstanding!
I first tried the 10F quilt sleeping out under a tarp in about -3 C (27F). I am used to other companies exaggerating their temperature claims, so I fastened all the clips and closed the footbox to make sure I was warm.... and I was instantly roasting! Thankfully a I could adapt it to the "warmer" conditions by loosening the fit using the clips. Since then, I have used in in a cabin in below-freezing temperatures (not as cold as sleeping outside) and it was adaptable to that situation also. I love the versatility, low weight and warmth of this quilt. I don't consider myself a "warm" sleeper for a guy, but I have no doubt this will meet or exceed it's temperature rating for me.
Grandma's perspective...
Just finished a 2 night ladies trip where sleep was imperative. We were paddling WW inflatable kayaks on 25 miles of the Colorado river with fierce headwinds both days. Lower water made the river slow and our only reprieve was the occasional riffle, narrow (read: faster) channel or rapid. You can imagine my grateful relief each night when I had the most amazing sleep I've ever had in a tent. How have I never tried a quilt before? I paired my quilt with a Sea to Summit Ultralight Insulated pad (the long and wide size) and for the first time I could sleep in the same position that I do at home. I also got a longer quilt size because when it's really cold I love being able to pull the quilt over my head. I switched to a quilt to reduce my sleep system weight for backpacking and in hopes it would work better for me. I dropped a full pound off my pack weight with this system so when my gear is on my back and not in a kayak it will really help keep me out doing fun trips with my friends as I get older. I've always thought quilts were for hammock sleepers or only for warm weather. So happy to be wrong...... :)
Revelation
Work very well on recent 10 day elk hunt in the backcountry. I ordered the long and wide. Wish I had the extra wide to tuck edges as the temps dropped below freezing at nights. I'm 6 ft. 220 pounds with broad shoulders so when sleeping on side was not able to tuck both sides. Will not leave home with out it!
I have never slept better in the backcountry!
I took my Revelation 20 out for my first 2 nights last week and I have to say that I just love a quilt in general and the Revelation specifically. I had the 2 best nights of sleep I have ever had in any tent as I slept a solid 6 hours straight. My usual is waking up every couple of hours. I know it is directly related to the Revelation allowing me to move around all night unrestricted as I'm an active sleeper. It was only about 40 deg F for a low and I was definitely very warm with a 20 deg F quilt, but it was super easy to "just throw the covers off" and let out heat. The Revelation performed wonderfully and I also love how light and packable it is. Selling the mummy bag for good now!!!
Warning to Canadians - Duties & Taxes are BIG - No Reflection on EE
Hey All,
Duties/Customs on my EE Revelation +10 were $150!!!!!!!!
This is more of a public service announcement to any fellow Canadians considering purchasing a quilt AND not any reflection on EE or their gear - they have been great to work with so far.
I haven't actually received my quilt yet, but just received a message from DHL, the shipping company, that I owed $150 in taxes/duties. This is insane given the quilt cost $400. This is an increase in cost of 37.5%!!
Had I known this in advance, I would have not made my purchase, or made arrangements for it to be sent to a contact in the US and then mailed as a gift, as the quilt will be great I am sure but hard to justify a $550 quilt.
Again, I want to STRESS that this has nothing to do with EE but simply a drawback to the current NAFTA situation and living in Canada.
If you're Canadian and ordering - be prepared to spend about 40% for the product.
I'm just praying this quilt is AMAZING as it is now my most expensive piece of gear.....
Broke Camper Cam
Great quilt!
Recently took the Revelation 10F on a 9 day hike of the Larapinta Trail in Central Australia. This was my first experience with a quilt. I sleep cold so ordered the 10F after reading advice on the website and other reviews. The overnight lows ranged from just below 0C up to 12C. While a quilt may take a little more work to set up than a sleeping bag, I was able to adjust the quilt in response to the temperature differences at night and sleep comfortably in just boxer shorts and a t-shirt. Also great to be carrying less weight. Loved it! Will definitely look at purchasing a lower temperature rated quilt for hikes in warmer weather.
What a difference!!
This is my first quilt and my first venture into the ultralight world. What a difference it makes! Along with my new pack (GG Crown 2 38) and staying in shelter to leave the tent behind, I cut my base weight down to almost nothing. I bought the 20 degree bag since I'm going to carry it for emergencies on winter day hikes. Since it was only expected to drop into the 50s when I used it for the first time, I didn't tighten the straps. Sleeping in log underwear, I was warm but not sweating. On a cold night, I would definitely needs to pull the straps tight and wear a hat. Great product!
Colder than expected
Got the 20F off the shelf Revelation. It's my first quilt.
Pros:
- Well built, nice materials
- Fast shipping
- Light
- Nice for warmer nights as you can move around more freely
Cons:
- Temp rating. I got very cold in 35F weather even after putting on a puffy and wind pants during the night (over the thermal layer + darn tough socks I was already wearing)
- It's annoying to have to wake up to tuck the quilt back under yourself every time you move
- The flat strap buckle opens by itself several times a night. The mattress strap did not. Maybe something wrong with the buckles?
A great quilt.
In researching the equipment I would use for my 2017 AT Hike I looked at multiple quilts, bags... the key drivers for me were quality, options and customer experiences. I was not disappointed. I used in addition to the quilt the cover for my pad which worked well with the optional straps. Everything worked beyond my expectations.. no issues for the entire trip.
Revelation +10
Just get it. It's pretty sweet. These guys even answer the phone. Thanks EE. You earned a loyal customer and an ambassador thats not on payroll. Eyeballing the +30 now for next season change. Peace
Worked great!
This was my first time using a sleeping quilt. I selected the Revelation rated to 20 degrees and used it on nights that probably got down to about 40-50 degrees. It worked great! I was warm but not hot and it stayed in place. It was also nice and light to carry.
Amazing
I sprawl when I sleep so I have never been too comfortable in mummy bags. This quilt is a game changer. I got the wide version for only a small weight penalty and paired with a therm a rest neo air, my sleep has improved dramatically. The 30 degree bag is plenty warm for 3 seasons even without wearing extra layers. Cannot recommend highly enough. You won't regret buying it.
40 degree just barely enough for me for a western mountain summer bag
Have had this quilt for a month now, slept in for prolly 20 nights, from California high Sierras, to Montana mid-mountains to a bike tour in Quebec. Saved a few bucks buying it on a 4th of July sale.
I LOVE the quilt idea--I've used my Feather Friends 20 degree sleeping bag as an XXwide quilt for 25 years, almost never sleeping in it zipped up, just spreading it over me. This EE quilt trims that idea down to perfection.
I'm 6'2", bought a 40 degree, long, wide, and consider it the perfect size and weight* for a summer quilt.
On 40 degree nights in the Sierras I had to put on my puffy coat, then slept fine. I'd be apprehensive to use it in temps near freezing (but it should make a toasty innerquilt for my older 'quilt').
*My 5' 4" wife bought the medium/wide 30 degree version--and if I were to buy a new 'summer' quilt for myself again, I'd probably get a 30 degree version as well, just so I could expect it to last for a decade, a be a bit warmer on chilly high-mountain nights. My 40 degree quilt felt like just barely enough--and I worry that in a year or two it'll feel too thin. The weight/packed size difference between our two quilts is negligible.
Overall: excellent quality, and wonderfully light. Plus, fast shipping, great service, etc.
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Cdn fees
I have the invoice in front of me. I live in British Columbia. PST and GST charged, a transaction fee and a processing fee. There is a specific line item that says "Duty" with a value of $0.00.
Pretty standard for crossing the border.
Awesome, and quick
I got a custom Revelation first, then ordered off-the-shelf for my wife as she needed hers in a hurry for a multi-night hike, and she really wanted to take one.
The custom quilt is great, I am sure the second one will be fine, and even Amazon looked at the shipping times and went "Damn!"
I'm in Canada, and when I got my custom version, I did not get extra duty at the border, but I DID get a customs brokerage fee (pretty standard) and Cdn taxes. Will update if it's any different this time.
Made in China
I thought this was a made in USA item, but it crossed the border as "Made in China", and cost me an extra $60 in duties in addition to taxes and shipping charges. Canadian purchasers beware!
The true revelation 850DT 20°
I bought this quilt on the advice of my daughter and I was delighted. It is very compact and lightweight, very soft and very adaptable to hot or cool summer nights. I can not wait to see if it will keep me warm in coldest weather.
Unfortunately , the loop elastic strap unstitched during our second night in the woods. Easy to repair, but....
However, this is a good product that I recommend.
Revelation 900 20 degree
I bought this quilt in January and have used it over the past six months in the mountains of Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado, trying to find small, clear water for flyfishing. Several comments concerning both the product and the service.
First, the quality and craftsmanship of the quilt is excellent. Absolutely no complaints. Second, it packs extremely light and small and is a huge improvement over what I was using previously. Third, the responses I received from EE staff was quick and by and large accurate, but I think I should have received some better advice on the length of the bag because I think the Regular length is short for me (5'10"). If you want the quilt to get up to your ears or even over your head, you will want something longer -- especially if you tighten the straps in the foot-box. I am a side sleeper so I got the wide version and it is just right (175 lbs). I also should have received some better advice on the weather-resistant stripes, but you could argue I should have known better and it isn't EE staff's problem I didn't know what I should buy for the tent I have. Fourth, I bought a 20 degree and if you have any tendency of being a cold sleeper, this is not nearly enough for temps in near, at or below freezing. I have gotten awfully cold on a few nights, even with a puffy to act as an extra layer. The down shifts easily in the bag as well, so you really have to focus on approaches to stay warm. I think I should have received some better advice on that.
I have written EE staff on the pluses and minuses of my purchase and never received a response. I am going to assume that is because they are busy.
All in all, I will have to experiment with the quilt to make it functional for my specific needs. I do not regret the purchase because as far as I am concerned its one of the best quilts on the market. But I do think I could have received a little more attentive customer service. My suggestion if you decide to buy the quilt is you better know what you want and need prior to your purchase, because you are very much on your own.
All that said, I am thinking hard about purchasing a new quilt for colder environments, and really can't imagine going to another company right now. So I am a fan of EE in spite of the several flaws mentioned above.
Game Changer
Like many, I grew up using a sleeping bag and was a bit hesitant to try out this whole quilt thing (especially considering I'm a cold sleeper). After using this quilt on a 5-day bikepacking trip along the north shore in MN, I have to say all my concerns were completely quelled. This thing is phenomenal! On humid, muggy nights I could unzip the quilt so that I didn't get too sweaty or hot, and on the evening that we camped in Grand Marais, right on the shore of Lake Superior I zipped it up and was snug as a bug in 40 degree temps. On top of that, this quilt compresses super small which is really important for bikepacking. Seems like a well-made piece of high-quality gear! Definitely recommend!
Revelation DT 850 20 Degree
This was my first quilt and it likely won't be my last. On a whim, convinced by a fellow backpacker selecting this bag, I made a last minute change and bought this bag for my JMT thru-hike. The quilt performed beautifully - warm nights I left it open and it was just enough - cold nights, I cinched it up and was toasty warm. All of this came with a reduction of nearly a pound from the bag I had planned to use. I would recommend this quilt without reservation!
Luxurious
I'm a side sleeper and tend to toss and turn. I bought the wide version and have been using it with my Thermarest Neoair. The combination is super light and pure luxury. Sleeping with the quilt allows you to easily adjust to varying temps throughout the night and remain comfortably warm. I used it with a silk/cotton liner on a 2-month bike tour and never slept better.
Down with sleeping bags!
I bought this quilt in the spring of 2017 but delayed writing a review until I had used it in varying conditions. This was my first quilt. I HATE sleeping in a sleeping bag, so I was super excited to finally make the switch.
Note: I'm female, 5'6" and mainly backpack in the Sierras but also took the quilt to Wyoming for a week near the Tetons. I always sleep in wool baselayers for warmth and to protect the quilt from my filth.
It's pretty freaky how light this thing is compared to my equivalent 20 degree mummy bag! It seems impossibly light. And while it definitely does NOT keep me as warm as my mummy bag, it's pretty close. It took me a bit to figure out how best to use it for my needs. I always use the straps (make sure you watch a video and are using them properly) and then just adjust them as needed depending on the temps.
In colder temps, I found that snapping the top snap to secure it under my neck and then using the cinch to close it up around my neck worked WONDERS as compared to just pulling it under myself and tucking it and hoping it would stay put. That top snap plus cinching made this far more comfortable for me in colder weather.
Like at least one other person noted, I can't understand WHY they put the cinch mechanism right smack in the middle of the quilt. It's constantly in your face or ear or mouth. It should be relocated to the side or something. When it's cinched tight, it's long enough to generally stay out of your face. But when not cinched, it can be quite annoying. I'm hoping they fix that. But it's still WAY better than my mummy bag and so much more versatile.
I gave it four instead of five stars because of the fact that I don't think it's really quite a 20 degree quilt, considering my 20 degree mummy bag is warmer and shouldn't be. And also because of the annoying cinch. But it's still my favorite piece of equipment and is so much lighter.
Awesome!
I purchased the long/wide version of this before going on a two-week camping trip in Iceland during early June. Used it in temps between ~3 and 16 C (or ~37-60 F), very windy and rainy some nights, with an insulated sleeping pad (sea to summit comfort plus). Have never slept better than with this pad/ bag setup, even with the 24 hours of sunlight and loud bird chirping in Iceland; seriously, my bed at home feels like a downgrade now. I wore a fleece buff (some nights) and light base layer to keep my skin from touching the material and getting it too oily/ sweaty but could have easily gone naked and been comfortable. Most of the time I used it in quilt mode, let the edges hang off the pad onto the floor of the tent, this is super luxurious with the long/wide version and I felt I could roll around and stretch as much as I wanted to without losing coverage (I'm 6' 2", thin) and that I could cover my head with the quilt if I really needed to. On warm nights, I left a limb or two off the pad or left part of me uncovered. I did use it in fully/ partially zipped mode on a few colder nights, no straps, mostly just to try it out, but found this to be too warm for me at the temps I used it at. Very adaptable piece of equipment, super light (sometimes it felt like nothing was on top of me, just warmth!), and packs down really nicely into the bottom of a backpack. Only downsides were the slightly offensive down smell (which went away or I got used to after a couple of nights), and the sticky feeling of the nylon if you get sweaty, which happened when I buttoned/ zipped it up fully. Overall, I'm so, so happy with the purchase; it's a big upgrade from the cheap, bulky rectangular synthetic bag I used previously. It looks very nice too! Can't wait to use it again, I want to try it in freezing temps.
Excellent but needs a little practice
I decided to switch to quilt after numerous reviews comparing quilt vs standard sleeping bags
and ordered the Revelation 850DT 20°F just before going on the Skye Trail (Scotland's hebrides)
At first, when I received it I was impressed by how light it felt and needed to check it was really graded for 20°F
On the isle of Skye the temperatures were not very low end of May but I purchased this model with later treks in mind (Lapland, Iceland)
Very easy to fit on my mattress, I used a SeaToSummit Ultralight Insulated mattress, with an R = 2.5
I was sleeping directly on the mattress and didn't feel the cold from the ground (not like I did last year with a R=0.5 mattress, in Scotland and same period)
The only time I felt some cold was when the wind was blowing directly from the tent window behind my head.
Appart from that I felt very warm, even too hot in some nights and my skin was a bit sticky.
I came to the conclusion I may need a basic liner just to prevent the sweat against the mattress/quilt.
Great Quilt
I would recommend buying this product. It's extremely light, yet keeps you plenty warm. The straps fit around my Therm-a-rest Neoair allowing me to tighten the quilt to my pad to avoid drafts. The only issue is the snaps/buttons on the quilt. I don't know what they're for, but you have to be very delicate unsnapping them. I plucked one off the first trip I took it on. It was my own fault for being a brute, but unfortunate they're so easily broken.
Fantastic piece of equipment
This thing is light, compressible, intuitive and warm. My favorite piece of gear. The included pad straps complete the pad by making it easy to vent or sinch down.
Revelation 850DT 20° Navy/Charcoal
This is my first quilt and I could not be happier with my purchase. Just used it on an overnight backpacking trip. It is half the weight of my sleeping bag and I had a great sleep.
Excellent quilt!
I used the quilt for the first time this past weekend in the UP of Michigan, Pictured Rocks. The weather dropped to low 30's and I was nice and toasty sleeping at night, this quilt and a lightweight liner were all I needed. It's the first time I haven't shivered at these temperatures. Great loft, warmth, compression, weight, and I couldn't be happier with the purchase.
Revelation +20 F Quilt Seems Cold for a 20 degree rating.
Great quality/workmanship, system for closing it around you and keeping it in place, sizing (I'm a 5'10" female 140 lbs and the regular/regular works great), but I was not warm enough on 6 out of 8 nights on Section F of the PCT in April, even with nice long johns top and bottom. Temps stayed in the 40's and 50's at night and I never thought I was a cold sleeper. Had to use a mylar emergency blanket inside the quilt AND all my clothes to survive. Thankfully it never got colder. Still think this delightfully light quilt will be fine later in the season...I sure hope!
First Quilt
Took my quilt out for backpacking 2 weekends ago. I do not like sleeping in a mummy bag and so I loved it. I did not use the straps it came with. It should have helped as it got cold in the early morning. I grabbed and wore my fleece instead of searching for the straps! I used a new thermarest pad underneath. The only complaint I have is the odor in the tent. I was not sure whether it is from the pad or the quilt at first. Later, once home I confirmed it was from the quilt. I aired it out & hope it goes away ! Other than that the quilt really helped with my sleeping style.
Revelation +20 F Quilt
I 've been backpacking for decades and have a collection of high-end down sleeping bags, most from Western Mountaineering and Marmot. I have synthetic bags as well.
When I decided to add a quilt, it was for these reasons: weight savings where possible, and to avoid the issues with zippers I've encountered especially with my Marmot bags. The design of WM bags has mitigated most of these, but I wanted to experience being able to move during the evenings without considering where the zipper was positioned and was curious about the temperature ratings of quilts.
My +20F quilt has the warmth of a Marmot +30F Hydrogen bag in my estimation- still impressive given its very low weight and compact form. I find it liberating to forget about zippers at night... but I will still rely on my sleeping bags if temps are expected to be subfreezing in most situations.
I'm certainly happy with the Revelation quilt, recognizing its temp range for my trips. I would recommend considering one rated to at least 10 F below what you expect to encounter unless you have other options.
First quilt, and probably my last
I HATE mummy bags. I'm a side sleeper and for whatever reason have a difficult time sleeping when backpacking. I read about these quilts and Finally bit the bullet and got one. Paired up with a Nemo tensor extra wide version. I'm 6' about 170 and I got the wide version of the quilt also and they go perfect together. Slept in shorts and a t-shirt and was comfortable down to about 40 degrees, started to feel a little cold but I also was just using it as a blanket basically, didn't have it tucked and wasn't wearing any layers. It packs down so small, and just great all around. If I ever had to buy another I would, but I'm hoping it lasts forever.
Revelation 850DT 20° Navy/Charcoal
I came to the conclusion years ago that I needed a quilt because of how I sleep (just can't stand a mummy sack) so was pleased to find this quilt at such a good price point! Used it for the first time on the AT hiking the 41 miles from Harpers Ferry to PenMar over three days in early April. Took some fidgeting to figure out how the straps work - try them out at home first - but once figured out, it's easy to assemble with mat. Love that the foot box can open up to keep feet cooler when it's warmer. Had one very cold (30 deg) and windy (30 mph with 45 mph gusts) night in an open shelter - the bag kept me warm! Unlike a mummy bag where the air gets stale if you put your head in the bag, I was able to tuck all under the quilt, so there's a little more ventilation, even if you've tucked the quilt securely under your pad. I liked this. And there's a string at the top - it came in really handy in pulling the bag taught when it was cold. All in all, loved the bag - can't go wrong with 20 ounces for 20 degrees!
Awesome piece of Kit
Would buy again!
First night I used it in my OR bivy on my thermarest pro sleeping pad during a rain storm. The bivy began to saturate & leak but no worries! The quilt retained its loft! Very happy of that fact.
I’ve used it in 40*f & exactly 25*f . . I used the same set up previously discribed but with puffy pants & jacket. I was extremely warm! Also had a full meal before falling asleep.
Just awesome
Coming from a comfortable but heavy synthetic 15° Big Agnes bag, the difference is amazing. My long wide Revelation 20 is more comfortable, packs smaller, weighs 2 lbs less, and honestly feels warmer, at least in the 20something temps I've used it in. I'm sold and am saving up my pennies for an Accomplice to take on the hikes when my wife comes along.
Revelation
Awesome!...I'm 5'10...190lbs...sleep on my back and side...I ordered a reg/ wide and it works great..have had this quilt down to around 21 or so degrees at night and stayed warm..I would recommend it to everyone!
Might help someone wih sizing
I just got my quilt and haven't had an oppertunity to use it. I am however impressed with the weight and have many trips planned with it. I personally had a hard time sizing it, though recieved great help from customer service. When I was reading reviews most said what size quilt they got but little other information like their body type or girth. I'm 5'11". I have an athletic build, bigger, chest, back and shoulders. I weight around 205'ish pounds My girth measurement was right around the 58 mark. I ordered the long wide and it fitst perfectly. Plenty of room to cover my had and move around. I honestly think a regular regular would have fit, but i'm an active stomach sleeper and whats an additional ounce or two when my other bag was 3 pounds.
Likely to become my favorite piece of equipment
This is my first quilt and I found it amazing. I brought it in recent winter camping trips. The Revelation 20 is accurately rated when properly used with a well insulated sleeping pad. It kept me warm on 20 degrees with no draft while I am cold-sleeping, kind of turner-type, and was just wearing merino base-layers. I love it!
Lightweight and warm
Great lightweight quilt that packs down well and keeps you warm. Very impressed with quality of this quilt. As with all quilts, the footbox doesn't completely cinch but easy to stuff something in the small hole if needed. Would HIGHLY recommend this quilt to any lightweight backpacker. I actually use this as a comforter while on my couch that is how great it feels.
So many people, so many quilts....
I bought 2 quilts last year. One for me and one for my wife. She has an accurate understanding of her size, and she is slim. I, on the other hand, only perceive myself to be slim. When I called Tyler to complain about how cold I was he let me know that wide people who think they are slim are destined to be cold. He kindly let me exchange for my actual size. I have been warm ever since.
And... anticipating a PCT thru hike with my family (wife and 4 children) I have gone back to the well. They all are in quilts. After a two night learning curve they all love the quilts.
Revelation top quilt.
I bought this top quilt to replace my down sleeping bad. I'm glad I did. It packs so much better along with my Enlightened bottom quilt. The top quilt is a 20 degree and it's been down to 26 so far with no issues. At first it thought I should have ordered the wider one but I've gotten used to the one I got.
Amazing
Once I figured out how to use it correctly with my sleeping pad to close up all the holes, this bag has been amazing. Very warm for my 2 week trip in mid 20's to 40's weather. I love the fact that you can unfold it for use as flat blanket and how much it compresses. High recommended.
Amazing
Great product, made with top quality materials.
Definatly a must have in your next outdoor adventure.
Revelation 20
I learned of this quilt from Darwin on the trail. I had a mummy bag from another company that I just couldn't get a good nights sleep in. As a side sleeper the Revelation is the right fit for me! I sleep great when I'm in the backcountry now.
FINALLY! Backcountry comfort!
No more nights spent feeling like I'm sausage meat being stuffed into my overly constricting mummy bag. No more waking up to find my shorts twisted around me 3 times giving me a wedgy in every conceivable crevice. Combined with a thermal pad, the Revelation is the most comfortable nights sleep I have ever had backpacking. I was thrilled with this piece of gear. Warm at around freezing, my 20 degree bag could definitely handle lower temps with ease. It doesn't let in drafts, it wraps around you effortlessly (even when you move a lot - which I do as a restless side sleeper) and the footbox/no footbox option is a dream for customizing your warmth. 5 stars all day. Get one.
Toasty
I bought the 20 degree revelation in preparation for the CT next year and the AT in 2020. The weather in Colorado has made a turn for the cold night and I thought it was time to put it through its paces. So far I have taken it down to 18 degrees while cowboy camping near Longs Peek and later Mt. Evans, and I must say that this hasn't let me down yet. I am 5'9 200lb with a very wide chest and the wide width works perfectly. I wonder if I could have gone with the short, but saving 1oz wasn't worth it in the long run. Overall this is extremely light, very packable, and will keep you warm down to 20 with light layers. 100% approved!
Reveleation 850 20 degree quilt
I needed a sleeping bag for a trip I was taking but after hearing about quilts I thought they sounded like a better idea. I used this as soon as I bought it on a 4 night camping trip in northern Minnesota. Our campsite in Silver Bay was on a bluff right next to Lake Superior which made the mornings and nights very windy and cold. This quilt kept me warm and its way more comfortable than any sleeping bag I have ever used. I used to get too hot and uncomfortable in sleeping bags but this is so much better. Its much easier to pack too. This quilt will be your favorite piece of camping gear.
Revelation 20º
First off, not an expert. I don't like bags because I flip flop and never sleep on my back. So the idea of a Quilt excited me. Took the Revelation out this past week, 4 nights in Central Wyoming. Temps were high 20's to 40's at night. Never got cold! Never got hot! Everything was just right. I used one strap and left the foot box open a bit. My buddies couldn't get it, until I popped off my rain fly and did a demo, they were very impressed. Love this product!!
Revelation 850DT 20°
Finally got to use it... it's light and very comfortable. The straps and bands to attach the quilt to the mattress work really well and the quilt stayed on me for the whole night although I'm moving a lot. Temperature-wise, it was less than 5C (40F) during the night and I tried to go bottom-less but it was probably too optimistic. I had to put my pants and nano-air back in the middle of the night and everything went fine. Next time, I'll try to fit the quilt a little tighter as I had it very loose. Overall, I'm super happy with this purchase and look forward to using it more...
Revelation 850DT 20°
I just spent three weeks section hiking the PCT in the Sierras (basically the JMT) and was so glad I had the Revelation quilt! It was great. I will never go back to a traditional mummy bag. It was so nice to have such a lightweight bag that kept me really warm and gave me some more leg room. Our coldest night was 30 degrees and I stayed toasted warm with just a light pair of thermals and socks, on a NeoAir Xlite, and I don't consider myself someone who runs hot. I am a tummy sleeper so it was nice to not have to deal with the "hood" of a mummy bag, I just cozied right down under the Revelation like a blanket. Perfect!
I am 5'6", 140 lbs and the regular/regular was an adequate size. Even though I am a tummy sleeper, I think the long version would be overkill. The only teeny complaint I have is about the placement of the drawcord slider on the top edge. I didn't ever feel the need to cinch up the top of the bag and don't think I will, still nice to have BUT I really didn't like the plastic slider being right in the middle of the top edge - I felt like it was always in my eye/cheek/ear when bundled up around my neck/head. I ended up twirling it around a safety pin and pinning it down. I started out using the straps but found I preferred to just use it like a blanket and tuck it around myself if I got cold.
I have been raving about this bag to all my friends. I know I have convinced at least a couple of them to give your quilts a go!
Revelation 850DT 20 deg. down quilt
My wife and I took these quilts out for several nights in late August at 4,500 altitude in the Pacific Northwest; this was our first experience with down quilts. Overall, our impressions are that the materials and workmanship are excellent. As a side sleeper who tosses and turns a fair amount, I noted that this quilt is a LOT more comfortable than the mummy bags that I used for 45 years - it allows you to stretch out a bit, yet it seems to form a nice, warm seal around the sleeper. The fabric is feather-light, soft and breathes really well. Our nighttime temps were unseasonably warm at 60 degrees or higher. So, I won't form a final impression on this quilt until I get the chance to use it at 30 degrees F. or colder. That test will have to wait.
GREAT on my JMT hike.
This was my first step into a UL quilt and I was worried how it would fit. I am 6'2", weighed 185, shoulders 39, waist 34. The regular/regular fit me fine, in fact I could pretty much close it completely around myself. The drawstring at the top snugged the top of the bag right up at my chin and the 20 - 40 degree hoodlum completed the outfit (on nights it was cold enough). I used this quilt on a JMT hike that I just completed and even though it got down to freezing at Muir Pass, I slept warm. I am completely satisfied and would recommend this to a friend.
Great Product
I recently used the Revelation 20 degree on a trip in the High Sierra’s. It was my first experience with a quilt vs a traditional sleeping bag and I loved it. I used a separate e-vent dry bag for my entire sleep system including the EE quilt which packed down super small. The quilt kept me PLENTY warm even during the coldest nights which were in the mid 30s. During the warmer nights it was easy to regulate the heat - MUCH easier/better than a traditional bag. I would highly recommend the product and in my limited experience with the company they have been great to work with.
Off the shelf 20 degree Revelation quilt, wide
I bought this quilt for a trip to the Wind River Range in late August. It was on the shelf and ready to go, and it was on my doorstep 3 business days after I ordered it. Low temps were expected to be in the low to mid 40's. On the nights that the temps did stay in the 40's I was toasty warm and way more comfortable than I ever was in a sleeping bag. On the cooler windier nights (one morning I had ice on the walls of my tent) I did get a little chilled, but I never felt like I was going to freeze to death. I did not use the straps, so a little tuck here and there and I was warmed back up and comfy again. I would say the comfort limit of this particular quilt is about 35 for me, I tend to be a warm sleeper. Your results may differ if you are a cool sleeper. Overall, the quilt is very well made, super light and very comfortable.
Amazing
The best bag I have had to date.
Quilt
Warm, comfy, tough, supremely packable. Just what you're looking for if you're looking for a 20 degree quilt. I got mine extra wide so I'd be sure to have enough to pack around me but I needn't have. Plenty roomy. Wonderful service.
Great Quilt unbeatable service & price
So it was down to the katabatic gear palisade 30 and the enlightened equipment revelation. I backpack quite a bit, in fact alot in the Utah parks and mountains. My first experience with this quilt was that in 40's it held up as far as heat. I'm not sure this quilt will make 20's comfortably we will see, but like any quilt you've got to test this thing. I will be back for further review. Customer service is excellent, except the one time Tyler told me he'd send a return label and I never heard from him again, however follow up calls to Jacob ended well as we found I had the correct quilt as ordered.
Everything you need and nothing you don't
Iv used this quilt down to its temp rating and below. You need a good ground pad at 20 degrees, but the quilt is cozy when cinched down around your pad with the provided straps.
I like the quilt so much I picked up and under quilt for summer hammock backpacking and got a quilt for the wife and kids. All different temp ratings of course so I can use them when I'm solo.
Revelation 850DT 20
I am sorry but this bag is not adequate for temperatures below 40 degrees F. I had on wool socks, wool leggings, mid weight wool top and a down hoodlum, the temperature was 33degrees at 6 am and I was shivering cold. I have a thermorest nemo pad and MSR hubba 1 and footprint. I have buyers remorse!
Love!
I was searching for an ultralight bag that was warm enough to withstand spring/fall western mountain nights and this was perfect! The quilt utility of it is fantastic too! It does leak a little bit of feathers, so I'll be curious about its longevity, but so far so good.
Revelation 850DT 20°F Navy/Charcoal
Positively love the bag! Very versatile, very warm, and so very light!!!
