Quilt vs Sleeping Bag for Mid/Late September Archery Elk

[ELK49]

I’m working on improving my backcountry sleep system this year and looking for some real-world feedback.

I’m 6’4” and a side sleeper, and I’ve always struggled to get comfortable in the backcountry. I started with a cheap sleeping bag, then upgraded to a Nemo Disco because it’s wider and more side-sleeper friendly. It’s definitely better, but I still don’t feel like I have it dialed.

Yesterday, while sitting at the emergency vet because my puppy may have eaten a sock, I went down the rabbit hole on quilts. They seem to be right up there with fixed-blade vs mechanical broadheads as far as divided opinions go. A lot of people seem to love them, and a few people seem to absolutely hate them.

I’m specifically hunting archery elk in mid to late September in Colorado, Idaho, and Wyoming mountain country.

For those of you who have made the switch, did you stick with quilts or go back to a bag? Any recommendations on brands, temperature ratings, or things you wish you knew before trying one?

Any feedback would be appreciated.

 

[jgilber5]

Love my quilt hunting those same seasons and regions. I have an EE enigma 30 degree. With a quilt especially make sure you pair it with a decent R rating pad. Also learned that how you cinch it down plays a massive role in warmth, and also don't forget your warm hat!

 

[5MilesBack]

I love my EE quilt. I'm 6'6", and move a lot when I sleep. My extra-long wide 0 degree quilt works great with my Xtherm pad. It's easy to use it more loose to vent if needed, or cinch it down tighter under the pad for more warmth. I use it in the summer too for those high altitude outings.

 

[kaaby]

I also have an Enlightened Equipment quilt, and I don't see myself going back. I went with the Convert so that I could still use it as a bag if I didn't like the quilt.

 

[LCguy]

I love my EE quilt. I'm 6'6", and move a lot when I sleep. My extra-long wide 0 degree quilt works great with my Xtherm pad. It's easy to use it more loose to vent if needed, or cinch it down tighter under the pad for more warmth. I use it in the summer too for those high altitude outings.

I'm the same height, which quilt did you get?

 

[5MilesBack]

I'm the same height, which quilt did you get?

The Revelation, had it several years now.