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Massdrop 35° or 20° 800-fill Down Sleeping Quilt

Jun 2, 2017

Would you say 20° quilt is warm as 20° sleeping bag? I would be very happy to hear some experienced users(I checked on older comments and over the web, and couldn't find a conclusive answer)

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GoGoGreenGiant

Jun 2, 2017

SpiroxIt's probably pretty close if the quilt is used correctly.
However, I will add that a lot of the warmth comes from the sleeping pad and whether it's insulated or not (i.e., Klymit O zone (no R rating) vs. Therm-a-rest Z-Lite Sol (R2.6). Down compresses when you lie on it and as such, it does not provide much warmth from the bottom. This is precisely why the "back" section of the quilt is open. The foot space is probably a little bit colder, but again (see my comment below) if you throw something like your hard shell over your feet, it should help stop the airflow.
Klymit O Zone: https://www.massdrop.com/buy/klymit-intertia-ozone Therm-a-rest Z-Lite Sol: https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5027-423/Z-Lite-Sol-Sleeping-Pad

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DannyMilks

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Jun 2, 2017

SpiroxAs long as you have the right head gear, yes, our quilt is rated to be as warm as an 20° sleeping bag. Our 20° quilt is tested to EN standards for warmth rating, the same testing that sleeping bags would undergo. The only difference is that when we tested our quilt, we provided a balaclava to cover the head, as any camper would need some head coverage when using a quilt. The testing also would have revealed any cold spot, but it didn't show any. Meaning, the footbox is just as warm as the rest of the bag, and despite some concerns here, will not lose heat.

Sajor

Jun 3, 2017

SpiroxQuilts are rated in comfort level, so a 20f quilt most likely wil keep you comfortably warm up to 30f/35f even with layers.

GoGoGreenGiant

Jun 3, 2017

SajorAgreed!

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FozzyDude

Jun 4, 2017

SpiroxI have a quilt and bags. No is the answer your question. That is the lower limit rating of the quilt. Add 10 degrees to the rating and that's the comfort level. Below that comfort level, you can add a baselayer, puffy jacket, gloves, down booties, down hood, etc., to extend the rating down to the lower limit. But then there are other factors. Do you sleep warmer than most or colder than most? What do you eat before going to sleep can make a difference. Are you properly hydrated before going to sleep? That will make a difference in how you sleep. Some people like to have hot water in a nalgene and place it at the foot of the quilt or bag to extend the lower limit rating. Are you sleeping in a 3 season tent or a 4 season tent? My hooded 20 degree bag lower limit is actually 21 degrees and I have slept in it down to it's rating but with a midweight baselayer and a hat even though I had the hood cinched.

SkylerButler

Jun 5, 2017

SpiroxThere was an EN testing facility at my university. I wasn't familiar with the testing process, but I know that it is very controlled. They took the ratings very seriously. Therefore, if both are rated the same, they should deliver similar results. BUT, if you are not used to using a quilt, you might have to tinker with the straps, cinches, and pad in order to stay comfortable. I personally stay much warmer in my quilt than my old bag. IMO, the EN test is the definitive answer you seek.

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