Is the Equinox Quilt warm enough for freezing nights?

No. It is rated to 35°F, and several owners say it feels cold below about 45°F. Treat it as a summer and shoulder-season quilt and layer up for colder trips.

Does it come with pad straps?

Yes, it attaches to a sleeping pad with straps so the quilt stays over you. It is designed to be used with a pad rather than as a closed bag.

How does it compare with a down quilt?

Down quilts are lighter and pack smaller for the same warmth. The Equinox uses synthetic fill, which keeps insulating when damp and is simpler to care for.

Can two people share it?

At 72 inches long it is sized for one adult. It is not wide enough to serve as a two-person quilt.

Wash it in a front-loading machine on a gentle cycle with mild detergent, then tumble dry low. Avoid top-loaders with an agitator, which can tear the shell.

Where is the ALPS Mountaineering Equinox Quilt cheapest?

At REI, for $59.73, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the ALPS Mountaineering Equinox Quilt?

Rated 4 out of 5 from 13 ratings.

ALPS Mountaineering Equinox Quilt

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ALPS Mountaineering Equinox Quilt

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Last seen at $59.73 at REI on Nov 9.

Our take on the ALPS Mountaineering Equinox Quilt

The Equinox Quilt is a 35°F backpacking quilt with a nylon ripstop shell and 24 oz of TechLoft Micro synthetic fill. At 72 inches long, it covers most adults and straps to a sleeping pad instead of wrapping underneath, which trims weight and bulk versus a full sleeping bag. It suits warm-weather backpackers and hammock campers who want a simple, packable top layer. Against down quilts it is heavier and bulkier, but synthetic fill keeps working when damp and costs far less.

Best forThree-season backpacking in mild weatherHammock campersSide sleepers who dislike mummy bagsBudget-conscious campers wanting a quilt

Pros

Synthetic fill holds warmth when damp
Open quilt design vents easily and packs small
Pad straps keep it in place on windy nights
Simple, durable nylon ripstop shell

Cons

35°F rating is optimistic for cold sleepers
Synthetic fill is heavier and bulkier than down
No hood or draft collar
Not a stand-alone bag for freezing nights

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ALPS Mountaineering Equinox Quilt price history

Lowest price we've seen: $59.73 on Nov 9 at REI. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

4 / 513 ratings

Owners rate it well as a light, affordable warm-weather quilt. Most praise the packability and pad attachment; a few say the temperature rating runs cold and the quilt shifts on restless nights.

What people mention

WarmthMixedSome owners find it warm enough for mild nights, while others say the 35°F rating is optimistic.
PackabilityPraisedReviewers like how small it compresses for a synthetic quilt.
Pad attachmentMixedStraps keep it in place for many, but active sleepers report it sliding off.
FillMixedSynthetic fill is trusted in damp conditions but adds weight and bulk versus down.

Specifications

Material Type: Nylon ripstop (outer fabric)
Warmth Level: 350 F temperature rating
Length: 72"
Width: 7.5" (Stuffed Size D)
Fill Material: TechLoft Micro insulation
Fill Weight: 24 oz
Set Type: Quilt

Questions and answers

Is the Equinox Quilt warm enough for freezing nights?: No. It is rated to 35°F, and several owners say it feels cold below about 45°F. Treat it as a summer and shoulder-season quilt and layer up for colder trips.
Does it come with pad straps?: Yes, it attaches to a sleeping pad with straps so the quilt stays over you. It is designed to be used with a pad rather than as a closed bag.
How does it compare with a down quilt?: Down quilts are lighter and pack smaller for the same warmth. The Equinox uses synthetic fill, which keeps insulating when damp and is simpler to care for.
Can two people share it?: At 72 inches long it is sized for one adult. It is not wide enough to serve as a two-person quilt.
How do I wash it?: Wash it in a front-loading machine on a gentle cycle with mild detergent, then tumble dry low. Avoid top-loaders with an agitator, which can tear the shell.
Where is the ALPS Mountaineering Equinox Quilt cheapest?: At REI, for $59.73, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the ALPS Mountaineering Equinox Quilt?: Rated 4 out of 5 from 13 ratings.

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Age Group

ADULT

Audience

Unisex