Enlightened Equipment - Enigma 850FP 40F

15F frequently or “just in case”? This is my set up: Xtherm Thermarest, 0F Enlightened Equipment Enigma (bought in 2021, I’ve heard their quality is decreasing), 90gsm alpha fleece sleeping layer. SMD’s Gatewood Cape , which offers minimal heat trapping. I feel good to 20F. I’d be uncomfortable but ok at 15F. If my tarp isn’t cutting the wind well enough, I’ll also sleep in my rain layers. There’s no one “true”/“best” way. It’s going to depend on your body, your baselayers and how much comfort you want. Alpha fleece is incredible, but only if you take care of it and have a wind layer. 850 or better down is going to be a good thing to look at. Lighter materials need more care/are more fragile. Thicker material on a sleeping bag will also cut wind better, but be heavier. Managing sweat and condensation is also going to be a big part of being warm. https://preview.redd.it/ql5u7bcm7b6f1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3447a515da55f7c7c722dd870512568afebd5473

I bought a used quilt on marketplace. Enlightened Equipment 40 degree.

I switched to an EE Enigma quilt this year to try to cut weight (Christmas present), Already used it in the low 30's and also at about 50f. Very happy with the switch.

I also got an EE quilt and have thoughts on rating - I opted for a 0° bag but this was motivated by spending some uncomfortable nights right around 35° in my Sierra Designs down bag that was rated at that. With a quilt the zero seems overkill but the design has meant I've been comfortable in much warmer temps despite being a warm sleeper generally. I can open it up, hang a leg or arm out, or be just partially covered. They key with the quilt style is having a pad that is matched for the temps you're in. On my last trip i still took my Sierra Designs bag as it packs slightly smaller than my ee quilt but this setup works for me to cover a wide range of temps. Admittedly I missed the mobility of the quilt compared to the mummy but I've spent most of the last 30 years in mummy bags so it's not unfamiliar.

Love my Enlightened quilt. Wish I had read the care instructions first. Hand wash only. Ugh.

I think it's because they were good value back then, but their price has crept up to Katabatic, Nunatak, etc. Still worth it if you them on sale though. I had one of their Karo baffle quilts that was severely underfilled and it would not keep the down in place. Replaced it with an Enigma and it ways also underfilled for the rating and sent it back to get down added. Eventually replaced the Enigma with a Nunatak Sulo and had zero probems with it. They are also the company Defense Mechanisms making tactical gear, and some people might not like that.

I got the same as you in forest/charcoal. Hopefully I get to use it soon. It’s my first quilt. I’m a side sleeper nowadays. Is it good to 5C or is it just a summer quilt?

I’ll see how I get on with this but it’s good to know that it stands up to its rating. Really want to try it out now.

I did the PCT with a 10 degree enlightened equipment enigma (quilt with sewn footbox) and it's a way more comfortable sleep than my mummy bag days. It's the #1 bag in that survey for a reason. It's now lasted me 12 years and about 200 nights and is still in amazing shape. I also have their 40 deg quilt. When outside The bag never leaves the tent, other than while in the stuff sack. At home store it in a oversized large storage bag or hang it from a hanger in your closet and occasionally (like every couple months) store it the opposite way. I imagine I'll get another decade out of it.

Enlightened Equipment! Minnesota company making awesome sleeping quilts. We have two (a one-person and a 2-person) and they pack down so so small. A worthy investment! We usually put down a sarong or towel to not be sleeping directly on the pad.

Which one did you get? I got the Enigma 850FP 40F a while back and it’s brilliant. I used to think my Mountain Equipment Helium quilt was cool but the EE one is better in every way.