Burrow Econ

[SteelSkywalker]

I was considering getting a Burrow Econ, but I'm not sure what degree rating for winter camping in both Florida and Virginia. I think most people get multiple quilts, but I'm trying to layer my top quilt. I currently have a 0 degree under quilt and a Military poncho liner I use in the Summer time in both locations. Any advice would be great. Thanks!

[Brooklyn]

One quilt = 20

[SilvrSurfr]

I used HG 20* quilts (Burrow and Phoenix) for a couple of years, from a low of 13* F to a high of 70* F. While they were fine at the higher temps, I felt that 13* F was a bit too cold for a 20* 3/4 underquilt. I subsequently bought an HG 0* full length Incubator and a Burrow, and now have 40* quilts as well (Phoenix & Burrow).

I personally don't subscribe to mixing and matching quilt ratings. Some folks think that, for example, you can use a 0* UQ with a 20* TQ, but I just don't see things that way. I'd rather have the top quilt and underquilt be rated the same.

[1-Hung-Low]

I personally don't subscribe to mixing and matching quilt ratings. Some folks think that, for example, you can use a 0* UQ with a 20* TQ, but I just don't see things that way. I'd rather have the top quilt and underquilt be rated the same.

I just spent 3 nights in my Clark TX 250 with a Loco Libre Pepper 0° underquilt and a 40° Hammock Gear Econ topquilt. Low temp was 43°, and it worked out just fine.

[Brooklyn]

You'll be using the TQ in Florida and Virginia. While that is broad, it's not like Maine or Vermont and Puerto Rico. I still stand by the 1 quilt = 20 degree especially since you have a 0 UQ. That said, everyone is different and there truly is no "right" answer. Here's the thing though. Buy a 20 (or whatever you decide). Try it for awhile and if it doesn't work out, sell it and buy whatever you think might based on your experience. It's not like Top Quilts are a hard thing to resell.

[SteelSkywalker]

You'll be using the TQ in Florida and Virginia. While that is broad, it's not like Maine or Vermont and Puerto Rico. I still stand by the 1 quilt = 20 degree especially since you have a 0 UQ. That said, everyone is different and there truly is no "right" answer. Here's the thing though. Buy a 20 (or whatever you decide). Try it for awhile and if it doesn't work out, sell it and buy whatever you think might based on your experience. It's not like Top Quilts are a hard thing to resell.

I think I'm gonna try the 20 degree TQ. Thank you all for your input.

[SteelSkywalker]

I came home from work today to find a box on my porch, it was my Econ Top Quilt! I was so excited I unpacked everything and took a nap. Wow, these are nice and very warm quilts!

[Carrico]

Nice, I just ordered a 20 degree Econ incubator for my birthday, can't wait. I've been using my dyi underquilt for a couple years now which is only really good down to about 40, but I've pushed it as low as 27 before with lots of layers lol. it'll be nice not having to worry about my butt getting cold. ;<)