[pct-l] revelationx-20
T.Rem
toddremy at gmail.com
Fri Feb 22 23:21:34 CST 2013
Hey there! I used a down-quilt on my hike last year. It wasn't
a revelationx-20 but it actually looks very similar, is made of the same
material/filling, and is about the same weight. I made it myself which was
actually much easier then you might think. That may be something you might
consider doing if you are looking to save money.
I cowboy-camped most nights and used a silnylon tarp only on the nights I
had weather and the quilt kept me warm and cozy about 98% of the time
provided I wore my layers to bed along with a warm hat. There was about 7
days of especially cold weather in the Sierras where I was uncomfortable
but I think if I'd had a real tent I probably would have been fine. One
thing about using a quilt- at least the way I used it- they can be drafty.
Being a side-sleeper also I had to do some shifting around to keep the
edges tucked underneath me. I got used to it and figured it was worth it
for the light-weight and small size. I actually grew so accustomed to my
quilt I still sleep it.
You can see a video of my quilt in the "My Gear" section of my blog. If
you think you might be interested in making your own shoot me an email and
I can give you some tips and some places to order the material.
Todd "Pockets"
pct-footfalls.blogspot.com
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