I have been using a pad setup in the hammock for awhile now and have decided to switch to a UQ. Money is tight now so it can't break the bank. It also needs to be able to go down to 20 degrees. Any thoughts are appreciated.
I have been using a pad setup in the hammock for awhile now and have decided to switch to a UQ. Money is tight now so it can't break the bank. It also needs to be able to go down to 20 degrees. Any thoughts are appreciated.
Give Macentyre´s IX UQ´s a look - simple, effective and cheaper than down products.
And the modular concept lets you use it all year round - just add layers...
Or you could go the DIY way - it´s pretty easy to convert a rectangular sleepingbag to a underquilt.
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Last edited by Bomber; 06-29-2010 at 18:35.
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IX UQ $60 are the cheapest you are going to find
next would be the AHE synth 2/3 UQ $125
next would be Stormcrows crownest at $185
i think Te-wa's qult is $180...not sure maybe he will chime in
Warbonnet outdoors the Yeti $200
then JRB 3 season quilts start around $250
all these quilts are very good ...
these are all 3 season UQ...the only one that will get you below 30 degrees is the crowsnest 25 degrees...
most 3 season quilts limits are 30 degrees ....colder if you are a warm sleeper
after that you need a winter quilt ...they cost more
really...if i were you i would save up and get the UQ you really want ...
your going to end up getting it anyway
Last edited by G.L.P.; 06-29-2010 at 20:23.
It puts the Underquilt on it's hammock ... It does this whenever it gets cold
you could also try one of Hangout's Daughter's UQ's. check this thread....
http://www.hammockforums.net/forum/s...ad.php?t=17864
$150 shipped I believe
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You could make something cheap for now - PLUQ or sleeping bag UQ or something like that and save up for something nice and wintery.
Another option...keep using your pad WITH a Speer Pad Extender...might be able to still buy them but can easily make your own.
Another option--the MacIX...tried and true with my experience
Next option..considering the above posts..I think Te-Wa has a summer down UQ for $140; if you get one of these AND a MacIX system you can mix/match layers and easily get to the 20s and every temp between there and using no UQ at all (which for me would be 70 and up).
I've used a MacIX and a down 2/3's UQ and they work well together.
+1. Don't look past these. I have one and absolutely love it. It has gotten me into the 30's with plenty to spare. I have no doubt it'll be fine (for me) into the 20's.Originally Posted by carolinasbackpacker
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Thanks for the help everyone I have decided to save and get one that I really want. I guess I will be able to deal with a pad a little longer.
I saw a recent thread where a fleece blanket was attached to the hammock with grip clips.
As a supplement to your pad, it may help you get to a lower temp.
I imagine there is a limit to the thickness of the blanket that can be attached with the grip clips.
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