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Ryan Gardner
PostedOct 1, 2007 at 1:10 pm

I just ordered a JRB Shenandoah Quilt, and am looking at my possibilities to turn this into a versatile 3-season sleep system.

My thought for the shoulder season:

– Quilt (16.5 oz)
– Cocoon Pullover (9.6 oz)
– Homemade half-length "Elephant Foot" (apx 7.5 oz – very narrow girth) made with Climashield Combat and Momentum.
– All used with a MLD Superlight Bivy (wide and long)

Does this sound like a good idea? Pros? Cons? Suggestions? I haven't made the Elephant foot (or bought the supplies) so I'm interested in anyone's input on insulation/fabrics. I want to be able to push this to *20 and have a measure of protection in case of moisture.

Jon Rhoderick BPL Member
PostedOct 2, 2007 at 2:09 pm

Well which are you going to put on top, the quilt or the elephant bag? I suggest that the elephant bag under maybe a better idea, but then, why don't you make or buy some uber puffy pants, that have less space to warm and less drafty from convection and also be wearable?

Just an idea, i think it may downfall with foot warmth tho

Ryan Gardner
PostedOct 2, 2007 at 2:28 pm

I would put the elephant foot underneath the quilt so I don't compress any loft. The reason I don't make (or buy) some insulated pants is 1) It will be pushing it (budget-wise) bigtime to buy the Cocoon pullover 2) I am nowhere near experienced enough with sewing to make pants right now.

Would breathability be an issue (having 4 layers of fabric to go through)?

David Wills
PostedOct 2, 2007 at 8:41 pm

You could opt for the montbell thermawrap parka as a cheaper alternative. it has 2.3 oz insulation, weighs 14oz (L) and is wonderful. that may give you enough $ saved to get some puffy pants.

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