Looking for some info before I order up a new underquilt. For the last few years I had no problem just using my neo air as bottle insulation in my setup. That was until I wanted to be more comfortable in colder weather and bought a zero degree incubator. Now that I know how much more comfortable using an underquilt is, what would you recommend for a second quilt temperature? Will be used later spring to early fall. Mostly in northeast, ADK, Whites , ect. Thanks!
I only have a 40°. But most have suggested just using what you have and venting it.
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This has been discussed a lot around here and we all have our opinions so again here's mine. If I only had one quit for 3 season use it would be a 20°. For year round use where I live I have a 0° for the coldest weather, a 20° for most use and a 40° for spring time and summer. So 0-20-40 for me. I always use a 10° buffer for cold weather and vent when it's warmer.
If your set on a 2nd set, for your location a 30 degree set would be handy! Zero for the cold stuff and the 30 once spring hits!
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Solid setup. I'll even pair my 40 TQ and 30 UQ.Originally Posted by TrailSlug
Whatever you have, get to know it. There are so many variables. With a 20° quilt, it's not like 23° is guaranteed comfort and 18° is "time to go home".
I've taken my 20° down to 3° and 0° down to -16° without the slightest hesitation. Zero cold spots, not even close. But that 10° safety margin should never fail you.
I would love to have a 0 through 40 kit! I've been using my zero underquilt and a EE Revelation 20 degree with a homemade climashield summer quilt on top for the winter . I was thinking a 30 would fill in the gap I'm looking for. I will do some more research. Thanks for the response!
30 degree is what I've been thinking about most! Would seem to be a good rating for the rest of the season
I love my zero it just takes up a lot of pack space in the warmer months. Especially when I'm trying to cram it all into a frameless pack.
If I had only 1 quilt other than my down -10° Incubator, it would be be my 30° "ish" synthetic Snugpak UQ. I would use the Snugpak from early spring to late fall, venting when needed, and the 'Bator when it got too cold for the Snugpak ( somewhere in the mid-20's with proper clothing and TQ). As for only 2 TQ's , I'd go with my -10° Burrow, and again the synthetic 30° Snugpak for 3 seasons. For me and where I live this setup would get me through all year no matter the weather or temp.
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A 40 degree is going to pack a lot smaller than a 30 degree, so if the 0 degree isn’t too big to take on the shoulder season, the 40 degree is really nice for the warm weather.
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