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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Enjoy and have fun with your family, before they have fun without you
Sent you a PM about an IX DIY model.
Gentle raindrops and mighty oceans...neither can exist without the other.
Time heals all wounds...but it usually leaves a pretty big scar.
Quilt pictures of IX Under Quilt. I am 6'4" for size comparison. Weighs 14oz. (the quilt...not me)
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Last edited by Kanguru; 08-15-2014 at 08:22.
Gentle raindrops and mighty oceans...neither can exist without the other.
Time heals all wounds...but it usually leaves a pretty big scar.
I'm going to pass on the offer Kanguru. I might just pick up one of the diy kits myself and save the extra $30.
Thanks. I'm still up for offers in the $50 range since this is a lazy Saturday.
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