Looking to get a under quilt soon so I can hang this winter. Do you all recommend a full length over a 3/4 or vice versa? Is it more a matter of the extra weight you will be caring or is the weight not an issue? Keep in mind I would be using this for spring/fall hikes as well.
I'm interested in your comments.
Cazador
For lighterweight and for the long hikes I do. I chose to go with the 3/4.
Straight out of Clayton.
Most physical hike: Grandfather Mountain, NC. Aug 13.
I don't need to make my pack lighter. I need to make my (_*_) lighter.
Full is a little more forgiving with setup, for ultimate warmth full is the way to go. If you want the lightest option then 3/4 is it. I use 3/4 for Spring/Summer/Fall but Winter in MI it is full length all the way...
I have been asking myself every time I look at UQ's, and I always decide I want a full length. I think the main benefit of the 3/4 is to save weight, but then you end up carrying a sheet of reflectix. It doesn't weigh as much, but it's just another thing to pack and something to move out of the way while you sleep. So I will got with a full length for the coverage. YMMV
Last edited by iRokk; 11-13-2013 at 23:36.
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My thoughts are like iRokk's. I like a full length for winter but use a 3/4 length in warmer weather were I don't need a pad under my feet.
I have the same question about 3/4 or full or even if an UQ is needed just a CCF SPE. I only camp a few times per year. Usually one with the family and one with buddies. The temps that I would be camping in would be at most 20F.
For me it's always full length. No messing with pads or clothing under legs. Fully enclosed by downy goodness when the cold winds blow! I like the feeling of being wrapped up on the sides of my body by the down, including my feet. It's a nice feeling on those cold feet (or never again cold feet!)
Only carrying another 6oz for good measure.
For example:
Hammockgear 20° Incubator = 22oz
Hammockgear 20° Phoenix = 16oz
For 6 ounces it's a no brainer for me. What's that, close to the weight of an iPhone? Plus I stuff my down items into the bottom of my pack, so there's hardly any difference in volume between the two as I never run out of space in my pack - "always a little more room" in there.
Full length is far less fiddle factor... Warmer when it counts...FWIW over a ten year history full lengths outsell torso lengths by a huge factor... Bottom line testimony to their higher overall utility.
Want to save weight, save money and have the experiance and will to adapt leg warmth ? Or focus on big miles and moderate ideal hiking weather? Then the torso lengths stand out
Pan
Ounces to Grams.
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Too bad ya'll don't still sell the MW convertible, Pan... best of both worlds for a pretty minimal weight penalty. Might want to revisit that? Don't suppose you can make a vest out of the convertible (smaller) part?
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From late Fall thru early Spring I always use a full length UQ.
Being warm and prepared if the weather turns worse than anticipated far out weighs the weight savings for me.
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