On The Trail - Episode #2 - World's Lightest Quilt

[trenttyre]

the website no longer works do you have an updated one?

[Suluk46]

@trenttyre

Youtube doesn't allow website links to be posted in the comments, but do a search on google for "enlightened equipment", which is his company name, and you will find it.

Steve

[trenttyre]

@Suluk46 word. thanks man keep up the great gear videos

[taloyoak]

I can't wait to order one!

[DrChrisBiomed]

Doesn't it get clammy with cuben fiber as it's a waterproof material?

[Suluk46]

Hi DrChrisBiomed,

Waterproof (cuben fiber) material was used to give the quilt an integrated vapor barrier. Any clamminess or moisture must be vented just as one would do when using a vapor barrier except it is a little easier as you just need to open up the quilt as opposed to venting a pair of VB pants/shirt. On my last 5 day trip, there was some moisture build up in the footbox, but Tim has since redesigned the footbox with a zipper to simplify venting - it has solved the issue.

Steve

[outside365]

Really nice quilt. I wonder how long it lasts.

[Suluk46]

Hi outside365,

Go to 7:14 to see my disclaimer on the durability of the quilt. For me, it will last as long as any other quilt or sleeping bag, but this will very much be a function of how it is treated. If you are rough on gear or inexperienced with UL materials, this probably isn't the best product for you.

[epicstove]

Nice work on the video, Steve. I NEED one of these quilts!

[Suluk46]

Thanks epicstove. Everyone needs one of these quilts :) Tim has made several of them at this point. Every one he makes is custom so you'll have to contact him to get it made.

[epicstove]

Maybe not....I just got my first sewing machine and am learning to make gear. Keep the vids coming!

[kc7fys]

Epicstove--if you make any progress making something like this, I'd like to pick your brain. I could do this with a little guidance. Thanks, Jonathan in St. Paul