[pct-l] Quilt question. Need advice

[Diane Soini of Santa Barbara Hikes]

I have found if I drape my down jacket over my hips/torso as sort of  
an extra blanket inside my quilt it really helps me stay warm. You  
can also gain warmth sleeping in your rain gear. And even though  
previous advice said not to sleep with your head inside, I do and  
I've never had an issue with condensation. It's not humid here in the  
West. You can get away with a lot more, I guess.

On Apr 7, 2011, at 10:00 AM, pct-l-request at backcountry.net wrote:

>
> Hello All,
> Last night I tried out 20 F quilt. It only got down to around 34 F  
> or so and I was still pretty chilly. Are there any tricks or tips  
> that you use that could make a difference? I was sleeping in 150  
> Icebreaker long bottoms and top with a beanie on. For a pad I had a  
> Z rest.
>
> any help would be appreciated.
>
> cheers,
> Mike