Which 40 degree underquilt for Warbonnet Blackbird XLC?

[Arbitrage69]

What 40 degree under quilt would you all consider for the Warbonnet Blackbird XLC? I'm also curious if I could maybe get to 20 degree and vent it when I don't need so much insulation? Thank you, Christopher

[DocTheo]

Any quilt that works for a gathered end hammock will work with the WBBB XLC. Brandon and company have designed a full-length quilt specifically to fit on the XLC, the Traveller, and the Eldorado - the Wooki XL - as well as a 3/4 length underquilt that has a similar differential baffle - the Yeti, that will work on any gathered end hammock.

Personally, I used a standard underquilt on my WBBB for years and never had an issue.

I use a 0 degree rated underquilt year round; I "vent" it in the warmer months, and I've never been uncomfortably hot. Worst case scenario, you can always push it completely to the side, but I've never had to do that. I suspect that the biggest factor in "too warm" is the top quilt - whether in a hammock or a tent, while the biggest factor in "too cold" specifically in a hammock is the underquilt.

Of course, your mileage may vary - but that's been my experience.

[Oyster]

I'm in the same boat myself. I did however decide on the Yeti. But the 20 or 40 is still not 100% decided. I have two hours to make that choice

[Arbitrage69]

Thank you both. Based on DicTheo’s response, I think I am now going with the 20° rather than 40°. I appreciate it you two.

[FLTurtle]

40F? I'm ok with a 3/4 length Phoenix...lower legs and feet need to be supplemented (like a sit pad) once I get down to the lower 50s.

I have a 20F Phoenix, but I find I'd rather go full length 20F Incubator when it gets below freezing.

If you only want one set, then go 20F. I've never gotten so warm from my back that I couldn't mitigate by kicking off the top quilt. Think about how you sleep in a bed. The temp rating never changes, but you pile on or kick off the top covers as you get cold or hot.

[Crazytown3]

If it were me, I would go with a 20F Wooki. In fact I am me, and that's what I did during the sale last year. I use it with my WB Eldorado, but have also used it with slight modification on my DIY gathered end hammock too. I have slightly 'vented' the Wooki in warmer weather and done just fine with it. It's very versatile, and the setup is easy enough even for someone like me with a wooden head.

[OutandBack]

What 40 degree under quilt would you all consider for the Warbonnet Blackbird XLC? I'm also curious if I could maybe get to 20 degree and vent it when I don't need so much insulation? Thank you, Christopher

Do you remember this guy on Hammock Forums named StormCrow? I would look into one of his.

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[Arbitrage69]

I ordered a 20° Wooki today. Thanks everyone. :-)


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[Caffeinated]

I managed to catch this thread and the one reminding me of the WB sale, so I picked up a Wooki. I appreciate the insight on the lower-temp-rated UQ. I went with the 20F this time. In this area, that will keep me warm year-round even in an unusually cold winter. I was worried about overkill on the temp rating and getting hot, so I'm glad to hear it's no biggie to deal with.

[Crazytown3]

I think you made a great choice on that. Having said that, I'm probably going to get a 40F set sooner or later. :-)