Buying the EE Revelation Quilt

[gagagc]

Hi all!

I am very tempted to buy the EE Revelation Quilt 20F, but the shipping fee (USD 45) has been a deal breaker to me...

http://www.enlightenedequipment.com/revelation/

Since they do free shipping for international offer over $500 - anyone in Sydney is interested in buying this Quilt together? Looking to get the quilt by mid Oct so that I could test it out before my trip to NZ in Nov!

Cheers

[Strider]

Even with $45 postage, its a very very good piece of gear for the total price!

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[bertu123]

Hey, I'm looking to buy a Revelation too, but I'm in Melbourne. Would be happy to work something out - any suggestions?

[nitro]

I'm keen and in Sydney. Looking at a synthetic though. How soon till you order?

[bertu123]

I was thinking of pulling the trigger sometime this week - need it by November. I'm after a Revelation Pro, down not synthetic. Either way, makes no difference to the postage Going to try PM you.

[gagagc]

Even with $45 postage, its a very very good piece of gear for the total price!

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Hi Strider, do you own an EE quilt too? How does it perform?

[Strider]

Yes I have a Rev 20F with the old Karostep baffle design. It's an awesome bit of kit, but I would go one rating warmer if you sleep cold.

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[gagagc]

I'm keen and in Sydney. Looking at a synthetic though. How soon till you order?

So you're looking to buy the Prodigy? What's the total price? Mine is $270. We need total $500 for free shipping.

The current wait time is 3-5 weeks, so I am looking to place an order as soon as possible - want to get it by mid Oct

[gagagc]

I was thinking of pulling the trigger sometime this week - need it by November. I'm after a Revelation Pro, down not synthetic. Either way, makes no difference to the postage Going to try PM you.

I want to pull the trigger as soon as possible too:-) But I don't know how to sort out the delivery between Syd & Mel! Let me know if you figure something out?

[gagagc]

Yes I have a Rev 20F with the old Karostep baffle design. It's an awesome bit of kit, but I would go one rating warmer if you sleep cold.

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I am buying the quilt mainly for summer camping so I hope 20F would keep me warm! But I never tried a down quilt before so I am really not so sure...Might consider the 10F if I find someone to place an order together. Thanks for the advice!

[Strider]

I've never been cold. But I have been on the borderline of comfort at around freezing.

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[bertu123]

Having had a look at Australia Post charges, I don't think it makes much sense for us to split the package mate - we'd end up forking out for the savings to post the quilt from Sydney to Melbourne or vice-versa!

[gagagc]

What a shame - I hope someone from Melbourne would see this post and order the quilt with you!

I might end up buying the quilt just by myself if no one shows interest in the next one day or two:-(

[JohnStrider]

Got the Revelation 20F. Love, love, love it! Have used it mostly in cold conditions - including during a storm when i used it for the first time - and it kept me warm. Can't recommend it enough.

[gagagc]

You made me want to order the quilt as soon as possible!

Any Sydneysiders?

[perfectlydark]

They do post in big boxes which is why it costs so much.
Its a lot but worth it

[rocketrm2]

just remember dealing with Enlightenment, there is a waiting time while they make your quilt. I have 2 of their products. One is for my 10 yo son its superb (btw I searched the world for a UL children's down bag no luck! except for Enlightenment)
Synthetics I had a a synthetic Quilt made Mountain Laurel despite its recommendations and ratings (well below zero) on a very cold night (the water in my bottle turned to ice), I froze and shivered even with all my warm clothes on. No more synthetics for sleeping!

[Rosseth]

Just found this thread and damn! I ordered an EE revelation a month ago (in Melbourne)!

[Strider]

Great work Rosseth! You won't be disappointed. Which temp rating did you go for?

[Rosseth]

-20f (-1C). Intending for 3 season hiking. It hasn't arrived yet, but I understand it can take 6 weeks. Hanging out for it. Got a wide as I use a wide/thick mat (comfort over weight with some items for me). I think my wife wants one, but we'll wait until mine arrives and test it out first.

[Strider]

-20f (-1C). Intending for 3 season hiking. It hasn't arrived yet, but I understand it can take 6 weeks. Hanging out for it. Got a wide as I use a wide/thick mat (comfort over weight with some items for me). I think my wife wants one, but we'll wait until mine arrives and test it out first.

I have a 20F too, which is actually -6C by the way. The width is related to your body size more than mat size, but the wide is still a good choice as it gives lots of room to move around but can still be cinched in tight when needed. I was too hot in mine week before last on the Overland, with temps slightly above freezing overnight, but easy enough to ventilate for comfort.

[Rosseth]

My mistake. 30f (-1). Just had me looking on the website again. Itching to get one for the wife. Yeah, happy to go wide as I sleep on the side most of the time.

[JohnStrider]

They are absolutely amazing! You won't be disappointed.

[Rosseth]

Ordered one for the wife too the other day. Just couldn't resist. Mine has finally shipped (took 4 weeks).

[lawrence]

I have the 20°F (-6°C) RevX, not sure if they still sell that model. I find it perfect for Aussie temps, slept in a T-shirt and some thin hiking pants about 2 weeks ago next to the Colo river when it was raining and found it nice and warm. I do run a little warm though.

[perch]

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[Drew]

I have the 30 fahrenheit. I find it's a very generous temp rating, although I think I must be a cold sleeper. I never have a thermometer so I'm only guessing, but I'd say I've used it in temps as low as around 3 degrees and have had to put on all of my clothes to only just be warm enough. I think on one night though I forgot to check the distribution of the down and a lot may have been down around my feet. I don't really see the point of those long vertical baffles - when would I ever want the bulk of the down anywhere other than on my core?

I did buy it for use as a summer bag though so I'm not that disappointed. It is very comfy to sleep in on mild nights. Unfortunately once you have a quilt that weighs half as much as your other sleeping bag you want to use it all the time!