Hey all, been searching and reading a pile of posts. Figured I ask and see what peoples thoughts are. Planning some winter backpacking in Colorado. Probably 9k-10k feet elevation wise. Would not be for a month (quilts are 3-4 weeks out) or so, but planning on looking for a ‘warmer’ spell – so maybe 20-25F at night. Although, you know the mountains…
I have not used a quilt before, but often use an open sleeping bag. I am a side/stomach/floppy fish sleeper – all over the place and get claustrophobic in mummy bags.
I’m thinking I’ll go with a UFG quilt, long/wide, etc. since I flop around and sleep on my side/stomach. Was debating between 0F and 10F or maybe 20F. BUT – reality is probably the 0F (2oz more than the 10F) is probably the best bet. Safety wise, flexibility wise since I move around and will likely pull in some cold air, so having it potentially warmer seems to make sense. And of course IF we end up with it being 10F or something, having the 0F seems safer. I realize I can wear fleece pants, puffy coat, ect.
I’m fairly sure I’ve over thought it, but its a chunk of cash, so wondering if I’m missing anything here.
(will be in a TarpTent, on, I think a Big Ag Q-Core SLX)
Thanks y’all, Jake
