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Big Game Hunting => Backcountry Hunting => Topic started by: ctwiggs1 on August 08, 2020, 03:51:28 PM

Title: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 08, 2020, 03:51:28 PM: Hey guys, any quilt recommendations? I am in the market for one but it looks like I waited too long. EE and Katabatic couldn’t guarantee they will have one ready to ship before high buck.

Any others you guys have experience with and like?

TIA!
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: MacAttack on August 08, 2020, 05:56:17 PM: Bummer, I heard that custom EE is 6 weeks out. didn't know everything else was. I have a 20 degree revelation and love it.
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: WapitiTalk1 on August 08, 2020, 06:16:54 PM: VIAM Outdoors. I have several pieces of gear from VIAM (6AM) Outdoors including a quilt. Top barrel quality, rock solid customer service, very competitive pricing. Send me a PM and I’ll give you Tristans (head cook and bottle washer) email if you wish. Happy shopping ;)

Edit: Just emailed back and forth with Tristan, they do have some “ready to ship” now.
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: jackelope on August 08, 2020, 09:10:12 PM: The only reason I haven’t bought a VIAM is because I believe they’re all synthetic. No down. I might be wrong.
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 08, 2020, 09:52:33 PM: I think I’m running out of options at this point so I may have to take the weight penalty. It still beats what I have now.
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: Stein on August 08, 2020, 10:03:21 PM: I have an EE and it's ok. I wouldn't say its fantastic, but the quality and construction are fine. I ordered the extra fill and not sure I got it, I can hold it up to a light and see areas where there is little to no down in a 3 season quilt. I wonder if the hiker ultralight crowd is used to sleeping in their clothes during good weather.
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: millerwheeler on August 09, 2020, 09:24:09 AM: Quote from: WapitiTalk1 on August 08, 2020, 06:16:54 PM
VIAM Outdoors. I have several pieces of gear from VIAM (6AM) Outdoors including a quilt. Top barrel quality, rock solid customer service, very competitive pricing. Send me a PM and I’ll give you Tristans (head cook and bottle washer) email if you wish. Happy shopping ;)

Edit: Just emailed back and forth with Tristan, they do have some “ready to ship” now.

I second this I have tons of gear from Tristan and viamoutdoors super high quality check it out https://viamoutdoors.com/
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: 92xj on August 09, 2020, 10:03:11 AM: I love my EE and would highly recommend it.
If I was in your time pinch I'd buy this
https://www.rokslide.com/forums/threads/viam-outdoors-10-degree-reg-wide-quilt.181534/#post-1756220
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: The scout on August 09, 2020, 10:56:47 AM: Check out hammockgear.com that’s where I got mine, the quilt itself is really high quality but I would upgrade the straps for the pad
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 10, 2020, 07:10:56 AM: Quote from: 92xj on August 09, 2020, 10:03:11 AM
I love my EE and would highly recommend it.
If I was in your time pinch I'd buy this
https://www.rokslide.com/forums/threads/viam-outdoors-10-degree-reg-wide-quilt.181534/#post-1756220

@92xj, saw that one. For VIAM, I'd have to go with the longer ones. Thanks tho
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 10, 2020, 07:34:50 AM: I've been very happy with my EE. Only complaint is the regular could be like an inch longer. I'm 5'9" and if I really snuggle in my feet compress the foot box a bit
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 10, 2020, 07:35:51 AM: Quote from: Karl Blanchard on August 10, 2020, 07:34:50 AM
I've been very happy with my EE. Only complaint is the regular could be like an inch longer. I'm 5'9" and if I really snuggle in my feet compress the foot box a bit
Another "haha sucks to be you" from @Karl Blanchard. Thanks buddy :tup: :chuckle:
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 10, 2020, 07:38:59 AM: Quote from: ctwiggs1 on August 10, 2020, 07:35:51 AM
Quote from: Karl Blanchard on August 10, 2020, 07:34:50 AM
I've been very happy with my EE. Only complaint is the regular could be like an inch longer. I'm 5'9" and if I really snuggle in my feet compress the foot box a bit
Another "haha sucks to be you" from @Karl Blanchard. Thanks buddy :tup: :chuckle:
how tall are you buddy?
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 10, 2020, 07:41:19 AM: 6'2", but EE can't ship on time (see original post).

My very last piece of Army issued gear to leave my pack - my 18.4lb sleeping bag :chuckle:. It's time!
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: 92xj on August 10, 2020, 08:27:02 AM: How weird are people about using used sleeping bags?
You know my situation I'm about to enter on Monday,
I can ship you my EE long/wide to borrow this season since I will not be using it.
I can also send my cuben bivy (7oz) that keeps pad, quilt and you all in one little burrito.
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: CoryTDF on August 10, 2020, 08:42:23 AM: Couple ideas. I personally own both and have been happy thus far.

https://zenbivy.com/collections/zenbivy-beds/products/zenbivy-bed-10

https://www.thermarest.com/sleeping-bags-and-quilts/fast-and-light/vesper-20f-6c-quilt/vesper-20.html
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 10, 2020, 09:14:34 AM: Quote from: ctwiggs1 on August 10, 2020, 07:41:19 AM
6'2", but EE can't ship on time (see original post).

My very last piece of Army issued gear to leave my pack - my 18.4lb sleeping bag :chuckle:. It's time!
well I was gonna offer to send you mine for a bit to play with but you're not normal size so you lose :chuckle:
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 10, 2020, 09:15:41 AM: Quote from: Karl Blanchard on August 10, 2020, 09:14:34 AM
Quote from: ctwiggs1 on August 10, 2020, 07:41:19 AM
6'2", but EE can't ship on time (see original post).

My very last piece of Army issued gear to leave my pack - my 18.4lb sleeping bag :chuckle:. It's time!
well I was gonna offer to send you mine for a bit to play with but you're not normal size so you lose :chuckle:

Just say it, I'm YUGE. Too much crossfit, not enough hiking. :'( :'( :chuckle:
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: 92xj on August 10, 2020, 10:42:06 AM: I know I am not internet famous like Karl and haven't been on podcast about how awesome of a hunter I am but my offer below stands.
Just quoting it in case you missed it earlier.

Quote from: 92xj on August 10, 2020, 08:27:02 AM
How weird are people about using used sleeping bags?
You know my situation I'm about to enter on Monday,
I can ship you my EE long/wide to borrow this season since I will not be using it.
I can also send my cuben bivy (7oz) that keeps pad, quilt and you all in one little burrito.

And Karl, I am kidding...kinda :)
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 10, 2020, 10:59:05 AM: 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 no Instagram, no Facebook, no Twitter tweeter, and a patreon only podcast that 11 people listen to, where I talk about missing deer. "Famous" would be a strong word :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: jackelope on August 10, 2020, 11:49:15 AM: None of you are normal sized people.
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: elkoholic on August 10, 2020, 01:14:57 PM: www.jacksrbetter.com- I have a few friends that have quilts from these guy's and love them.
Title: Re: Quilt Manufacturers
Post by: Magnum_Willys on August 10, 2020, 03:14:13 PM: Quote from: Karl Blanchard on August 10, 2020, 10:59:05 AM
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 no Instagram, no Facebook, no Twitter tweeter, and a patreon only podcast that 11 people listen to, where I talk about missing deer. "Famous" would be a strong word :rolleyes:

Every time I’m on the internet I see Karl, he’s a web hollywoodstar .

(disclaimer- I only use internet for huntwa) :)