Warm weather underquilt

**Fancy Ramen** · 08-13-2014, 14:13

I am looking for a warm weather underquilt. Somewhere in the 40° to 60° range. Hoping for something relatively cheap as well, so if it is in the hundreds I can't afford it.

**Otter1** · 08-13-2014, 14:22

If cheap is what you want, buy a military poncho liner for around $20 or so, trim and hem to your specs. I kept mine full length even though it's long so I can pull over my head for added warmth. Easy to breathe through.

You'll need to add a puffy jacket, etc to get down to 60deg though. Great piece of gear.

**Fancy Ramen** · 08-13-2014, 14:42

I have one of those but it doesn't help much. I'm looking more towards some lightweight synthetic material since down is out of the question in my price range.

**dirkomatic** · 08-13-2014, 22:35

I intend on making one from a therm a rest tech blanket I got off eBay. I'll post and let everyone know how it goes.

**Floridahanger** · 08-13-2014, 23:28

If your into MYOG/DIY, look up IX UQ's. They are synthetic and can get you to your range for less than $100.

I used 2 yards of mylar infused polybatting from Walmart, $5/yrd and some $1.50/yrd fabric to make a torso length UQ. 2 layers of batting, fabric, grosgrain for channels, shockcord for suspension. I used this UQ down to 23*F and made it for less than $20 or so. The TQ is also synthetic and 2 of these (mine and wife) cost less than $30 in supplies.

Also, AHE has synthetic UQ for a good price.