Lead Times Update

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 Hey folks,


As we communicated in the details of our Black Friday sale, the lead times for shipping out orders was dependent on the number of orders that came in during the sale.  Now that the sale has officially ended, we want to update you on our expected timeline for orders that came in during the sale time period. Heading into the sale our lead times were 3-5 weeks for made-to-order down items and 2-4 weeks for made-to-order synthetic items.

Post sale, our lead times have shifted up 4 weeks to account for the influx of orders.  This means that if you ordered towards the beginning of the sale you will most likely receive your order in less then 7 weeks and if you ordered towards the end of the sale your order will ship in 7-9 weeks.  (Sale ran from November 18th - November 28th)

Thank you for valuing a product that is both high quality and handmade just for you.  We really appreciate your patience.  We're working really hard to get your orders processed, made, reviewed and shipped as quickly and efficiently as we can.  We're excited for you to receive your quilts or accessories and get outside to enjoy them!

  

See you out there,

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LONG DISTANCE BACKPACKERS NOW USE QUILTS MORE THAN SLEEPING BAGS, AND IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY.

How do you use a sleeping quilt?1

Sleeping quilts are used as a part of a sleep system that usually includes your tent, your sleeping pad, your sleeping quilt or bag, and base layer cloths. Without each of these pieces accounted for in the conditions you expect to be sleeping in, your system may fail, and your other parts of your sleep system cannot make up for it. For example, your 0° sleeping quilt will not be able to keep you warm if your heat is lost beneath you by having an inadequate sleeping pad..

How do you attach a quilt to a sleeping pad?1

Quilts use strap systems to attach the quilt to your sleeping pad. This usually includes some combination of either flat straps, or loop straps, which loop around the pad, then attach the quilt via clips..

Is a quilt or sleeping bag warmer? 1

Both Sleeping Quilts and Bags use temperature rating to measure their level of warmth, meaning that a 20° sleeping quilt should be equally warm (when used properly) against a 20° sleeping bag. In extreme cold conditions, having your body fully encapsulated by a sleeping bag may create extra layers of failsafe for keeping out moisture and drafts.

Are quilts good for side sleepers? 1

Because of their ability to be opened and moved within more freely, quilts are generally better for side sleepers. Quilts allow you to sleep more naturally while in blanket-mode, and allow you to choose how secure/tight to your body the quilt sits on colder nights.

What’s the difference between a sleeping bag and sleeping quilt?1

Sleeping bags fully encompass the user head-to-toe, while sleeping quilts only cover the most necessary parts of the body. Sleeping quilts lack the hood of a sleeping bag, as well as the insulation underneath your body in exchange for a more highly versatile sleeping experience. Sleeping quilts can be formed as blankets, or closer to full bags, depending on the temperatures and variables the night calls for, while sleeping bags will only wrap around the user fully in the 'mummy bag' fashion.