Dear Distorted,
you will receive a number of suggestions as you already have, and I'm sorry to tell you, but you my friend are going to have to make the final choice between some very good pieces of gear.
But with that said, you might want to keep in mind...
1. If you are cold or warm sleeper.
2. You can't really have too much insulation.
3. The budget limits, that only you know.
4. Do your feet get cold...3/4, 2/3, or supplemental insulation.
5. What are the actual temps. you will experience, and how many times per year.
I wish I could be of more help to you, but the great thing about HF, is the collective brain trust that exists within.
"If'n I'm gonna fall, someone is gonna' watch."
Sean Emery
Greenlespaul, The Winter Crowsnest is the newest thing on the market right now. My understanding is that It’s an item that is on my strongly recommended list at this moment. I read many rave reviews of his products.
A little off topic, but I must admit, I really enjoy the way his website is configured – so easy to place an order for a custom quilt with just a few clicks. Out of all of the cottage manufactures for camping gear (not just hammock-related camping) I will say that Stormcrow has one of the best websites out there, Well designed, and easy to navigate. The marketing just works… It’s always one of the first to pop into my mind because of it too. Good job.
lazy river road, I looked at your pictures – thanks for the reference. Really considering the Crowsnest 900FP Overfilled at the moment.
Cannibal, I must admit, I think another Warbonnet product would compliment my WBBB’s very nicely. As I have said before, I was very pleased with the Sumer Yeti and would have no problems ordering another for winter. This is second on my list right now -- But I’m fearing super long lead-times with Warbonnet Outdoors. Does anyone know if Brandon offers overfill options for the winter yeti?
BillyBob58, You bring up some very interesting points that I never thought to considered – mostly in part due to my lack of expertise in the hammocking relm. The vapor barrier is definitely makes sense in a winter application. Who out there offers these feature?
One thing, I’m still at a loss as to how a differential cut actually serves any beneficial purpose to the user? To me, it seems like just a marketing gimmick. While on that subject, can someone enlighten me on how this works and the purpose of differential vs standard cut quilts? I must be missing something here.
The JRB WM4 is one of those highly recommended items that I’ve written off due to price. I know it’s was one of the only winter UQ’s on the market and have proven itself through others praise, but it does not seem to compare well with others on the market when comparing price. It’s really at the high end of the spectrum. That’s said, is it worth that extra $100 over a Stormcrow Winter Incubator?
I was hoping to get away without using a sleeping pad with my hammock in general. As a lightweight backpacker, who weights more than he should, I really struggle with the weight of a hammock kit vs the weight of ground-dwelling kit. The necessity to carry a hammock strong enough to support my weight actually, in most way, circumvents the ultra light principal. If I throw a winter pad into the mix, it’s practically out the window.
This, I do not believe will work for me. It’s big, bulky and even though it gets the job done, I am for certain the PeaPod is on the bottom of my list.
My criteria: (Should have mentioned earlier)
-Supports 0 degrees
-Light as possible
-Compact, lease amount of space used in pack
-Durable
I appreciate all the input! Please keep the suggestions coming!
Odds, Thank you for the welcome!
Although, this is not my first time living in the country. From 2002-2007, I spent 90% of my time working at various jobsites as a project manager and start-up engineer. Spent time in Vancouver, Quebec. Ontario; Timmins, Sudbury, Barrie, Newmarket, London, Sarnia Toronto, Windsor to name a few places.
I see you are from London. I lived there for 7 months. When you drive up and down the 401, there is a small automotive manufacturing plant called “BROSE” – White building, lit sing with red lettering. That was one of my projects a few years back.
BrianWillan, Thanks for the welcome! Yes, I do agree that Toronto is considered "Southern Ontario".
Pretty much Algonquin & North. My Girlfriends family have a camp near Willisville, ON at the far end (east) of Charlton Lake. 46.139352,-81.66746 So I spend a lot of time between Algonquin & Killarney.
Duly noted – Thanks!
Thanks for the link – I saw that post this morning. Not a bad price either.
I think this is number three on my list right now. I’m very certain this UQ will work for my needs. I’m just a bit concerned with price.
Thanks for the welcome!
1) Warm Sleeper.
2) I will argue this point if you goal is to go as light as safely as possible -- everything weighs something. But I understand what you meant.
3) Understood.
4) Cold feet? Not with GooseFeet Slippers! I think 3/4 is what I am after.
5) -10 to 10 below, 15 nights.
And in the end you are absolutely right! But the input gathered from this forum will help educate me in all the options of winter underquilts and hopefully allow me to not miss anything before I make a purchase.
Last edited by Distortedaxis; 09-08-2010 at 23:00.
You've been around Canada more than I have. Glad to have you another time round
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