Re: Which quilt

>
> Weight is a function of rating amongst other things and the lower the
> rating the pricier the bag.  So you can't expect to find a sub 1lb bag with
> a 20 degree rating (if you do let me know).
>

I think this depends on how warm the person sleeps, if you are looking for
safety or comfort, and if anything is being used to supplement the bag
warmth.  I have used an early generation nunatakusa ghost quilt to 20f
comfortably when wearing a medium weight base + a very warm hat... but I
sleep warm.

As to the question of 800 -vs- 900 down, remember that while 900 fill down
gives more insulation / weight in ideal conditions, it has a tendency to
collapse more quickly than lower fills when damp.  Personally, I would be
inclined to delay purchase until the new water resistant down becomes an
options from the cottage gear makers. My understanding is that purchasing
it in bulk is becoming reasonable, so I would hope we will see them using
this down soon.

--Mark