question on Apex insulation

My understanding is that it is the number of compression cycles that is important, but I have seen conflicting opinions where the amount of compression is more important.
Perhaps the truth is somewhere in the middle and to store loosely stuffed as we do with down is appropriate. That said I hang my own insulated clothing for storage and only stuff when packing for a trip.
I don’t see time as being a factor at all

I’ve definitely gotten away from stuffing items as compact as they will go, still compressed but definitely not fully.

My normal routine for insulating pieces (quilts/bags/clothing) is to hang everything- closet for clothing, loose storage bag for quilts/sleeping bags.  My hunting season is out of the norm as I take every opportunity to get out (last week I took the week off to hunt) usually 3-4 times a week.

I had been taking everything out each night and repacking it in the morning, but now I’m thinking possibly that may be doing more harm than good??????

Mike,

I’m sorry but I just don’t get how getting out to hunt 3-4 times a week can do “more harm than good”! ;-)

I know what your saying about your insulation but if you should wear it out doing what you are doing–more power to you!

^ :)

When using Climashield quilts, I make my own. It’s very simple and the ability to fine tune certain areas sure helps. The longevity of Apex doesn’t justify todays purchase price for me. In terms of storage on trail, I always carry a larger capacity backpack, which prevents heavy compression. Non-MYOG garments in synthetic always go on top ”uncompressed”. It’s generally the main grab during short breaks anyways. Quilts go on the bottom, as it only cost me around $80 to make my own.