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    Joe Geib
    BPL Member

    @joegeib

    Locale: Delaware & Lehigh Valleys

    I recently sold my FF 30F Syn quilt, and am in the market for a new bag/quilt.

    I really don't go out in the winter here in Eastern PA, so it'll definitely be for 3-season use. I already have a 50F summer bag, so I need something colder.

    Looking at what's been on sale lately, I am trying to choose between:

    JRB No Sniveler
    GoLite Ultra 20
    WM HighLite 35
    BA Horse Thief 35

    What is the reasonable estimated range of the JRB No Sniv?

    Any input from experience? I know there are some of you out there who have gone through a few of these.

    Thanks.

    #1462581
    Joe Clement
    BPL Member

    @skinewmexico

    Locale: Southwest

    I was comfortable in my Ultra 20 last night @ 24 degrees, with a normal base layer and socks. I really needed a heavier hat was the only problem.

    #1462584
    Phil Brown
    Member

    @pbrown19

    Locale: Traverse City MI

    I've used my no sniveller down into the 20s with no problem. I really like how I can wear it around camp with the head hole. I ordered the long size so I can pull it up over my head when the temperature drops below freezing.

    #1462637
    Charles Maguire
    Member

    @hikelite

    Locale: Virginia

    The Highlite rating I believe is accurate but it only has half a zip and if temps warm up you can overheat quickly. Without a full zip you can't use it as a quilt – my only problem with it.

    Chuck

    #1462656
    Joe Geib
    BPL Member

    @joegeib

    Locale: Delaware & Lehigh Valleys

    Phil,

    What else did you have on with the No Sniv into the 20s? Just a base layer, like Joe and the GoLite?

    #1462657
    te – wa
    BPL Member

    @mikeinfhaz

    Locale: Phoenix

    Hello Joe G.
    i have used the hudson river, a no sniveller minus the hole. the two Jacks are the only commercial enterprise who make one single piece of gear that can be used for:
    a closed foot, top quilt on the ground or in a hammock
    a hammock underquilt
    a flat blanket
    a serape/poncho
    the versatility of the No Sniveller cannot be beaten.
    however, unless you plan on using it for temps from 30-60° you might find it a bit "too" versatile.
    I used a Highlite and found the small zipper to be of little use in temps about 45° and above. I sold it in favor of the JrB quilt.
    I found that the JrB quilt although a very nice piece of gear, has a width of 48" and that makes for a BIG footbox. It was imho a bit too big for my feet and all that dead space = wasted energy to heat it. Sold it in favor of a DIY quilt.
    I would narrow a search for good prices between the Summerlite and the Ultra 20. If all you want is a quilt for ground sleeping and you want the weight savings, the Ultra 20 is terrific.
    If you ever plan on using the No Sniveller in humid, warm camps or as a hammock underquilt, it is the BOMB
    It would be easier to narrow a specific model for you if we were told exactly what conditions you expect to endure :) mike
    * i used the Hudson River quilt down to 30 without any cold spots, wearing only hiking pants and t-shirt. only sold it in favor of a momentum and down quilt project that turned out well.

    #1462674
    Timothy Haley
    Member

    @trhaley

    Locale: Pacific Northwest

    I just got an ultra 20 for winter camping in the PNW. have only tested it in the back yard so far, but I was a little too warm with my cocoon parka when temp was around freezing. I'm eager to really put it to the test but it seems like a great quilt for a good price.

    #1462687
    john Tier
    Spectator

    @peter_pan

    Locale: Co-Owner Jacks 'R' Better, LLC, VA

    FWIW, currently the No Sniveller is $ 70 off…. This sale ends noon tomorrow.

    Pan

    #1462689
    Phil Brown
    Member

    @pbrown19

    Locale: Traverse City MI

    Thermal bottoms and an R1 hoody. I was also using a bivy over the quilt. Of course, some people are warmer sleepers than others, so YMMV.

    #1462708
    Guy Laden
    BPL Member

    @gl

    Make sure its girth will work for you at the shoulders. When I'm on my side I sometimes wish there was more material for tucking under me. One option here is to consider the Jrb 'quilt wings'. I believe the Ultra is wider.

    #1462801
    Jamie Shortt
    BPL Member

    @jshortt

    Locale: North Carolina

    As far as the Golite Ultra 20…I had it down to exactly 20 degrees at 5500 feet with significant wind. I was sleeping inside a MLD bivy under a ID silponcho tarp. As far as clothing goes, I was wearing baselayer with a light fleece cap and my montbell UL down inner. Ground insulation was light, 3/8" GG thinlight trimmed to 38" long (3.4 oz).

    I slept fine and I tend to get cold. I think if the temp dropped much more I would need a few more extra garments to stay warm. I'd say that is pretty good for 18.65 oz (i dropped the under straps) and <$200 on sale.

    Jamie

    #1462897
    Joe Geib
    BPL Member

    @joegeib

    Locale: Delaware & Lehigh Valleys

    I went with the JRB No Sniv. Thanks for all the input.

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