By default, all domestic orders are shipped USPS Priority or USPS First Class for smaller orders. Large orders may ship with FedEx Ground. Once shipped, orders are typically delivered in 2-5 business days. Orders shipping to Alaska and Hawaii may take slightly longer. If you'd prefer to use a different mail delivery service (UPS/FedEx), please place your order and then contact customer service for a quote. Please note that additional costs could be associated with alternative delivery services. Please note that alternative delivery services may not always be an available option.
We ship internationally! We normally ship international orders using FedEx*. If you'd prefer an alternative delivery service (USPS) please reach out to customer service for options. Please note that alternative delivery services may not always be an available option. Once shipped, international deliveries typically take between 1-2 weeks.
Please note that customers are responsible for covering all taxes and fees associated with international delivery, the UK is excluded from this and will pay VAT tax and Duty at the time of purchase. For estimates on taxes and fees, go to SimplyDuty.com to access a helpful import duty calculator. Please note that we are unable to deliver to Malaysia, Morocco, Indonesia, Belarus, and The Russian Federation.
Did you know you can find stock Enlightened Equipment products in stores in Europe, Asia, and Australia? Check out our Dealer Page. You may be able to save on shipping and customs fees by ordering locally!
Canadian Customers can estimate Duty and Taxes due upon receipt through the Canada Border Service Agency. Also note, for the foreseable future, Stock Quilts, and Custom Items may be subject to Tariffs. The list below contains any affected items.
*Please be aware that we may change the shipping provider to an alternate due to differences in cost or if the destination is excessively remote. If you need an specific shipping provider please add a note to your order, and contact customer service. There may be additional costs with this option.
**Any orders that are delivered to a Freight Forwarding Service are not covered in the event of Loss or Theft. Please contact the Courier or Forwarding Service if there are any issues.
While we are unable to rush the completion, and or fulfillment of an order, once finished, we do have the ability to expedite its delivery. In order to do so, please contact customer service for available shipping options and delivery timeframes. Expedited shipping will mean additional shipping costs. Expedited shipping may not always be an available option depending on time of day.
By purchasing Insured Shipping at checkout, you are adding an additional layer of protection to your order. If by bad luck (lost package) or malice (stolen package) your Enlightened Equipment product(s) are not delivered, we will launch an investigation in order to replace those items.
Investigations typically take between 3-5 business days to complete, and if our investigation concludes that the package was in fact lost in transit or stolen upon delivery, we'll replace your item(s) within 3-5 business days of completing the investigation.
To file an Insured Shipping claim on a potentially lost or stolen item, please contact customer service with your name, order number, and concern. Upon receiving your request, a customer service representative will follow up within 1 business day with next steps, additional needed information, and a timeline for processing your claim.
*Insured shipping only available for domestic shipments
Sleeping quilts are used as a part of a sleep system that usually includes your tent, your sleeping pad, your sleeping quilt or bag, and base layer cloths. Without each of these pieces accounted for in the conditions you expect to be sleeping in, your system may fail, and your other parts of your sleep system cannot make up for it. For example, your 0° sleeping quilt will not be able to keep you warm if your heat is lost beneath you by having an inadequate sleeping pad..
Quilts use strap systems to attach the quilt to your sleeping pad. This usually includes some combination of either flat straps, or loop straps, which loop around the pad, then attach the quilt via clips..
Both Sleeping Quilts and Bags use temperature rating to measure their level of warmth, meaning that a 20° sleeping quilt should be equally warm (when used properly) against a 20° sleeping bag. In extreme cold conditions, having your body fully encapsulated by a sleeping bag may create extra layers of failsafe for keeping out moisture and drafts.
Because of their ability to be opened and moved within more freely, quilts are generally better for side sleepers. Quilts allow you to sleep more naturally while in blanket-mode, and allow you to choose how secure/tight to your body the quilt sits on colder nights.
Sleeping bags fully encompass the user head-to-toe, while sleeping quilts only cover the most necessary parts of the body. Sleeping quilts lack the hood of a sleeping bag, as well as the insulation underneath your body in exchange for a more highly versatile sleeping experience. Sleeping quilts can be formed as blankets, or closer to full bags, depending on the temperatures and variables the night calls for, while sleeping bags will only wrap around the user fully in the 'mummy bag' fashion.
Why do we keep calling it a Sleep System? Can't I just roll out my sleeping bag and be good?
Why can't temperature ratings all just be the same?! Let's try to make an (unfortunately) long story short.
Make sure you have the best night of sleep possible - body temperature management, caloric intake, & more.