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BasecampMom
06/19/2017 09:08AM
  
quote Fyresparxx: "40 degree ultralight UQ on Amazon:
http://a.co/1QLXfmg


It's a lot less expensive than some of the other ones, and the description says it compresses to 8X8X8. But one of the reviews says it's 9x14. I'm currently using a 10 dollar Wal-mart bag with tabs sewn on, but I want something a little more lightweight and packable. But I can't justify spending 100+ on an UQ when mine is technically fine (if a little bulky and heavy)."


Yes! I actually own that one. Its rated to 40 degrees, but I was definitely cold in it in the mid 40s, so I purchased a HG Econ UQ zero degree, but during the summer I will DEFINITELY use this. Its super super soft.

BTW - I sleep super cold though - for instance we just went into the BWCA last weekend, and I brought my zero degree UQ, while my family used no UQ. its all personal preference.

I would suggest getting some S Biners however for an easy attachment to your suspension.


Its a sleeping bag/UQ combo. Here is my video on it.
Outdoor Vitals UQ
 
Fyresparxx
06/16/2017 12:41PM
  
Thanks for the link! I was questioning why it was so much cheaper than the other ones I've looked at. That would explain it. I actually have no idea how much my current solution weighs, but it feels pretty comparable to our cat.
 
brux
06/15/2017 01:04PM
  
quote Fyresparxx: "40 degree ultralight UQ on Amazon:
http://a.co/1QLXfmg


It's a lot less expensive than some of the other ones, and the description says it compresses to 8X8X8. But one of the reviews says it's 9x14. I'm currently using a 10 dollar Wal-mart bag with tabs sewn on, but I want something a little more lightweight and packable. But I can't justify spending 100+ on an UQ when mine is technically fine (if a little bulky and heavy)."


2.2 lbs for a 40F quilt isn't light. Hammock Gear has some "economy" quilts. They got a great deal on down and developed/produced a special fabric and are basically passing awesome savings on to their customers while supplies last. You could get a 40F down UQ for $89.95! It also only weighs less than 15 oz over the nearly 40 oz "ultralight".


Hammock Gear Econ Quilts
 
Fyresparxx
06/15/2017 10:40AM
  
40 degree ultralight UQ on Amazon:
http://a.co/1QLXfmg

It's a lot less expensive than some of the other ones, and the description says it compresses to 8X8X8. But one of the reviews says it's 9x14. I'm currently using a 10 dollar Wal-mart bag with tabs sewn on, but I want something a little more lightweight and packable. But I can't justify spending 100+ on an UQ when mine is technically fine (if a little bulky and heavy).