Burrow question, half taper or straight taper?

**Callahan** · 08-22-2013, 23:05

Originally Posted by Pakman

Callahan, used2fly,

We think a like, I'll probably go with the half taper, wide, and sewn foot box. I plan to push the 20* Burrow below its temperature limit. With all 3 options I can add extra clothing under the quilt. Since I started this hammock venture, I see my pack weight increasing. I'm hoping the comfort will offset the weight gain. On a recent backpack trip, I didn't sleep well on the ground. Silnylon is some pretty slippery stuff. The whole night I felt like I was sleeping on a slip and slide. Hopefully, hammocking will put an end to sleepless nights.

I've gone from working to get my pack as light as I could, to moving to slightly heavier gear in the name of comfort....each to their own, but I feel I hike much more effectively after I sleep like the dead. I wouldn't trade my Ridgerunner and quilts for anything. (Except if the manufactures make them just as comfy, at half the weight....never say never!)

Cheers

**jimmytheshirt** · 09-10-2013, 16:29

Originally Posted by Callahan

Hi Pakman, I move around a lot in my sleep, so went with half taper on mine....its great, no cold spots at night.

Cheers

Ditto for me. Either way you can't go wrong with the burrow

**ky chris** · 09-12-2013, 17:26

Originally Posted by Callahan

I've gone from working to get my pack as light as I could, to moving to slightly heavier gear in the name of comfort....each to their own, but I feel I hike much more effectively after I sleep like the dead. I wouldn't trade my Ridgerunner and quilts for anything. (Except if the manufactures make them just as comfy, at half the weight....never say never!)

Cheers

I've done the exact same thing. I got down to a ULA CDT pack at about 14-15 lbs. I didn't have a lot of fun not being able to sleep. I went up a size to the ULA Circuit and carry a conservative but not ultralight setup at about 19-20lbs with two liters water and food for a weekend. I can sleep so much better at night and I feel great the next day. Seems like I don't even feel that extra weight.

**PaPa K** · 09-12-2013, 17:36

After talking to Adam I ordered my Burrow 20 w/ half taper and wide for the very reasons already mentioned. Can't wait til it hits my doorstep! The Incubator is awesome as well...K

**Callahan** · 09-12-2013, 21:04

Congrats! Some fine kit heading your way!

Cheers

**Awkward Sportsman** · 09-12-2013, 21:18

So glad I caught this thread. This anawered my questions on the burrow as well. I cant wait to hear how you like it!

**RKP** · 09-12-2013, 21:27

You are going to love it. My burrow is my favorite piece of gear (along with my Ridge Runner).

**nlgardner12** · 09-14-2013, 12:40

I just purchased a 20 degree Burrow (wide with the half taper) and slept in it for a couple nights. It works great for me. I don't feel any restriction, but it's still very warm.

**tylojuky** · 12-31-2013, 19:56

Originally Posted by stormcrow

I usually recommend the half taper for people that are a little more on the active side while they sleep. I also recommend it if they are planning to take the quilt to the ground on occasion.

Actually, if you plan to go to ground with a quilt, I would also recommend our "wide"

What he said.

I got the wide / half-taper for that very reason (some BSA camps don't allow hammocks). If I knew I would never ever use it on the ground, I would get the regular width / full-taper and save the weight.