I've used sleeping bags for decades. They are the classic backpacking and camping sleep system. This year, I made the switch to using a down backpacking quilt. I believe that quilts are better than sleeping bags for most people in most situations. There are a ton of benefits of backpacking quilts vs sleeping bags. The BEST backpacking sleep system for me includes a down backpacking quilt.

Want to learn how to start winter camping? I’ll walk you through my process to acquire the skills necessary to start winter camping comfortably and confidently with gear I already owned.