Shoulder shock cord ($20) - worth it or not?

[nquinn]

Hey guys,

I'm still considering a WL top quilt.

Do most people use the top shock cord/cinch? Worth the $20, or not a big difference?

Also any idea how much weight this adds? (1oz?)

[Otter1]

A draw cord seals out the drafts, so yes, it is worth it to me.

[Shug]

Use mine all the time. Worth it to me for sure.
Never knew that cost extra.
Shug

[OCDave]

... Worth the $20, or not a big difference?...

Worth it at twice the price. Don't question it, just do it.

Good Luck

[OutandBack]

All my WL UQ's have them. I did not know it was an options to not have them. I think they help.

[flatline]

I wholly concur.

[Kroma]

Hey guys,

I'm still considering a WL top quilt.

Do most people use the top shock cord/cinch? Worth the $20, or not a big difference?

Also any idea how much weight this adds? (1oz?)

Probably only worth it if you hang below freezing. I never cinch my TQ's neck seal above 35 or so.

[Dhagan]

Yep! Love mine!

[IRONFISH45]

I guess the elastic is another Personal Choice. I would never use something like that.
I put a quilt hook at my shoulder to keep my quilt in place over my shoulder and another swivel mitten hook on the foot end of my hammock & quilt.
To me having a quilt with a strap around my neck would bother me too much. Maybe it was raising kids or the need to exit in a hurry, I do not want any straps or anything around my neck.
I have a down balaclava I wear, it comes down over my shoulders. I absolutely have to keep my shoulders warm, but no way would I put a strap bungie cord or elastic around my neck.

Obviously several members really value the extra security.

[LuvmyBonnet]

Love it. It's a must if you do any real Winter camping.