The best overall quilt with the highest warmth-to-weight ratio

When optimized with 950 fill power goose down and 7D nylon, The Enlightened Equipment Enigma 30 weighs only 15.4 oz, and is the 30 degree backpacking quilt with the highest warmth-to-weight ratio, and our go-to ultralight quilt. The innovative and iconic U-shaped baffles keep the plumes where they’re needed most. This is a simple backpacking quilt with a sewn-closed footbox, which keeps the most possible heat in – extra perfect for those with cold feet. Its only major feature is the neck snap and cinch. Which is actually perfect, because that’s all you really need.

What’s also great is how customizable this backpacking quilt is. You can downgrade slightly to 850 fill power down and 10D Nylon to save nearly $100 and add just a few ounces. It also comes in short/regular/long lengths, and regular/wide widths.

This is an exemplary ultralight quilt, and no other model does the basics quite as well as the Enigma.

But if you want the quilt with the best warmth-to-weight ratio no other backpacking quilt does that better than the Enlightened Equipment Enigma.

And it’s a smidge lighter than the Hammock Gear Premium Burrow. As such, the Enigma is a perfect blend of Value and Performance. Featuring a unique “U” shape baffle to minimize down migration Enlightened Equipment quilts also offer an optional draft collar upgrade. The regular length version of these quilts (which we used for comparison) are 72”, however, for those who need greater length a “long, 78 inch” version is also available with a minimal .67 ounces added weight. The Enlightened Equipment website also provides a very good sizing chart if you are in doubt about what is best. With a 51” shoulder girth, this quilt does run on the narrow side.

Weight: 18.4 oz | Price: $440
Down: 950 fill power goose down 
Fabric: 7D Nylon, DWR Finish

Pros: Ultralight. Best warmth-to-weight.
Cons: Expensive. Slightly delicate.

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