{"title":"Wide Quilts","description":"\u003cp\u003eMore room to move. Our wide quilts give restless sleepers and bigger campers extra width without giving up warmth — ideal for car camping, ground sleeping, and cabin nights. Choose 850FP down with our wind-resistant Ion 1.1 shell, or drop ounces with our 1000FP down \/ 10D (0.67 oz\/yd²) ultralight models. 40° to 0°, hand-sewn in Pennsylvania.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"big-meadows-40-degree-wide-summer-camping-quilt","title":"Big Meadows 40° Wide Summer Camping Quilt","description":"\u003c!-- SHOPIFY TITLE: Big Meadows 40° Wide Summer Camping Quilt --\u003e\n\u003c!-- META DESCRIPTION: Wide 40-degree camping quilt for side sleepers — 850 fill power RDS-certified down, Ion 1.1 shell. Handmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better. --\u003e\n\u003c!-- URL HANDLE: big-meadows-40-wide-summer-camping-quilt --\u003e\n\u003c!-- TAGS: 40-degree, summer, quilt, top-quilt, wide, down, 850fp, rds-certified, big-meadows, camping, car-camping, ion-1.1 --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Overstuff: 25% --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Big Meadows 40° is a wide camping quilt built for the side sleeper who wants to stay covered through the night — 850FP RDS-certified down and Ion 1.1 shell for summer camping trips, car camping weekends, and anyone who wakes up to a pile of sleeping bag on the floor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows 40° uses a half-taper shape: 55 inches wide from the head end to the midpoint, tapering to 45 inches at the foot end. That extra width across the shoulders and torso is what keeps side sleepers covered when they shift positions — there's enough quilt to stay tucked around you rather than riding up. The narrower foot section reduces dead air and excess weight without sacrificing coverage where it matters. A snap-and-drawcord system at the head end forms shoulder pockets that seal out drafts. Three tabs along the sides provide additional attachment points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e850 Fill Power RDS-Certified Down, Ion 1.1 Shell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows 40° is filled with 850 Fill Power RDS-certified down. Fill power measures how many cubic inches of loft one ounce of down produces when fully expanded. At 850FP, this quilt delivers reliable warmth night after night and holds its loft through a full season of use. For backpackers who need to shave weight, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-ultralight-40-degree-wide-summer-backpacking-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows Ultralight 40°\u003c\/a\u003e uses 1000FP down to reach 13 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Big Meadows 40° ships with a 25% overstuff by weight. Down naturally migrates toward the ends of each baffle over time, leaving the middle of the baffle thinner and reducing effective insulation across the full length of the quilt. The extra fill ensures that even after downshifting has occurred, every section of every baffle retains enough loft to hold the 40°F rating. No additional overstuffing is needed or recommended. For nights that drop below 40°F, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-20-degree-wide-three-season-camping-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows 20°\u003c\/a\u003e handles three-season temperatures down to 20°F with the same half-taper coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foot box is formed using a drawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps. On cool nights, snap it closed and cinch the drawcord for a sealed foot pocket that keeps warm air in. On warm nights, leave it open and use the quilt as a blanket — no need to unpack a separate layer. Double-sided Kam Snaps also let you stack a second quilt on top in colder conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell is Ion 1.1 — a 1.1 oz taffeta nylon whose tight weave blocks wind and sheds water while remaining breathable, independently tested and certified downproof. Ion 1.1 is more durable than ultralight fabrics, which makes it well-suited for camping use where a quilt sees more handling, storage, and laundering over the course of a season. Every quilt ships in a storage bag that does not compress the down and allows airflow, keeping the fill healthy for long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNamed for the Trail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBig Meadows Campground draws families back year after year — the same meadow, the same deer at dusk, the ice cream from the Wayside that tastes better after a day on the trail. The campfire burns down, the kids fall asleep, and the night cools off faster than you expected at 3,500 feet. The Big Meadows 40° was made for exactly those nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better — making quilts since 2004. In-stock quilts ship the same or next business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eRegular\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eLong\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e78 in (1.98 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e86 in (2.18 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e55 in (head to mid) → 45 in (foot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e55 in (head to mid) → 45 in (foot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16.9 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e17.8 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUnder 5′ 11″\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOver 5′ 10″\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40°F (5°C) comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 850 Fill Power RDS-certified down\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ion 1.1 (1.1 oz taffeta nylon), tight-weave wind and water resistance, independently tested and certified downproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sew-through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jacks R Better","offers":[{"title":"Regular \/ Dark Olive \/ Burnt Orange","offer_id":45572778164271,"sku":"BM40RDOBO","price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Long \/ Dark Olive \/ Burnt Orange","offer_id":45572778197039,"sku":"BM40LDOBO","price":209.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular \/ Moroccan Blue \/ Black","offer_id":45572778229807,"sku":"BM40RMB","price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Long \/ Moroccan Blue \/ Black","offer_id":45572778262575,"sku":"BM40LMB","price":209.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Regular \/ Dark Olive \/ Black","offer_id":45572778295343,"sku":"BM40RDO","price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Long \/ Dark Olive \/ Black","offer_id":45572778328111,"sku":"BM40LDO","price":209.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/6567\/2239\/files\/big-meadows-main.jpg?v=1780007037"},{"product_id":"big-meadows-20-degree-wide-three-season-camping-quilt","title":"Big Meadows 20° Wide 3-Season Camping Quilt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Big Meadows 20° is a wide three-season camping quilt built for the side sleeper who needs coverage when temperatures drop below freezing — 850FP RDS-certified down and Ion 1.1 shell for fall camping trips, spring weekends, and anyone who camps past the point where a summer quilt is enough.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows 20° uses a half-taper shape: 55 inches wide from the head end to the midpoint, tapering to 45 inches at the foot end. That extra width across the shoulders and torso is what keeps side sleepers covered when they shift positions — there's enough quilt to stay tucked around you rather than riding up. The narrower foot section reduces dead air and excess weight without sacrificing coverage where it matters. A snap-and-drawcord system at the head end forms shoulder pockets that seal out drafts. Three tabs along the sides provide additional attachment points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e850 Fill Power RDS-Certified Down, Ion 1.1 Shell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows 20° is filled with 850 Fill Power RDS-certified down. Fill power measures how many cubic inches of loft one ounce of down produces when fully expanded. At 850FP, this quilt delivers reliable warmth through a full season of use and holds its loft night after night. For backpackers who need to carry this quilt over miles, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-ultralight-20-degree-wide-three-season-backpacking-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows Ultralight 20°\u003c\/a\u003e uses 1000FP down to reach 16.5 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Big Meadows 20° ships with a 25% overstuff by weight. Down naturally migrates toward the ends of each baffle over time, leaving the middle of the baffle thinner and reducing effective insulation across the full length of the quilt. The extra fill ensures that even after downshifting has occurred, every section of every baffle retains enough loft to hold the 20°F rating. No additional overstuffing is needed or recommended. For warmer summer nights, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-40-degree-wide-summer-camping-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows 40°\u003c\/a\u003e covers summer temperatures at a lower price point. For winter camping down to 0°F, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-0-degree-wide-winter-camping-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows 0°\u003c\/a\u003e extends the same wide coverage to a 0°F rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foot box is formed using a drawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps. On cold nights, snap it closed and cinch the drawcord for a sealed foot pocket that keeps warm air in. On warmer nights, leave it open and use the quilt as a blanket — no need to unpack a separate layer. Double-sided Kam Snaps also let you stack a second quilt on top in colder conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell is Ion 1.1 — a 1.1 oz taffeta nylon whose tight weave blocks wind and sheds water while remaining breathable, independently tested and certified downproof. Ion 1.1 is more durable than ultralight fabrics, which makes it well-suited for camping use where a quilt sees more handling, storage, and laundering over the course of a season. Every quilt ships in a storage bag that does not compress the down and allows airflow, keeping the fill healthy for long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNamed for the Trail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBig Meadows in October is a different campground. The summer families are gone, the meadow has turned, and the deer move through the tall grass in the cold morning light. Nights drop fast at 3,500 feet — ice in the water bottles by morning, frost on the rain fly before sunrise. The Big Meadows 20° was built for those trips: when the shoulder season opens up the best campsites and demands a quilt that can handle the cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better — making quilts since 2004. In-stock quilts ship the same or next business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eRegular\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eLong\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e78 in (1.98 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e86 in (2.18 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e55 in (head to mid) → 45 in (foot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e55 in (head to mid) → 45 in (foot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e24 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUnder 5′ 11″\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOver 5′ 10″\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20°F (-7°C) comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 850 Fill Power RDS-certified down\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ion 1.1 (1.1 oz taffeta nylon), tight-weave wind and water resistance, independently tested and certified downproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sew-through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jacks R Better","offers":[{"title":"Regular \/ Dark Olive \/ Burnt Orange","offer_id":45386778771503,"sku":"BM20RDOBO","price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Long \/ Dark Olive \/ Burnt Orange","offer_id":45386778804271,"sku":"BM20LDOBO","price":309.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Regular \/ Moroccan Blue \/ Black","offer_id":45572778852399,"sku":"BM20RMB","price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Long \/ Moroccan Blue \/ Black","offer_id":45572778885167,"sku":"BM20LMB","price":309.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Regular \/ Dark Olive \/ Black","offer_id":45572778917935,"sku":"BM20RDO","price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Long \/ Dark Olive \/ Black","offer_id":45572778950703,"sku":"BM20LDO","price":309.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/6567\/2239\/files\/big-meadows-main.jpg?v=1780007037"},{"product_id":"big-meadows-0-degree-wide-winter-camping-quilt","title":"Big Meadows 0° Wide Winter Camping Quilt","description":"\u003c!-- SHOPIFY TITLE: Big Meadows 0° Wide Winter Camping Quilt --\u003e\n\u003c!-- META DESCRIPTION: Wide 0-degree winter camping quilt for side sleepers — 850 fill power RDS-certified down, Ion 1.1 shell. Handmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better. --\u003e\n\u003c!-- URL HANDLE: big-meadows-0f-wide-winter-quilt --\u003e\n\u003c!-- TAGS: 0-degree, winter, quilt, top-quilt, wide, down, 850fp, rds-certified, big-meadows, camping, ion-1.1 --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Overstuff: 25% --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Big Meadows 0° is a wide winter camping quilt built for the side sleeper who needs serious cold-weather coverage without counting ounces — 850FP RDS-certified down and Ion 1.1 shell for winter camping trips when the temperature drops well below freezing and staying warm through the night is the only thing that matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows 0° uses a half-taper shape: 55 inches wide from the head end to the midpoint, tapering to 45 inches at the foot end. That width across the shoulders and torso keeps side sleepers covered through the night — critical at 0°F when there is no margin for a quilt that rides up. The narrower foot section eliminates dead air and excess weight without sacrificing the coverage that matters. A snap-and-drawcord system at the head end forms shoulder pockets that seal out drafts at the neck. Three tabs along the sides provide additional attachment points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e850 Fill Power RDS-Certified Down, Ion 1.1 Shell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows 0° is filled with 850 Fill Power RDS-certified down. Fill power measures how many cubic inches of loft one ounce of down produces when fully expanded. At 850FP, this quilt delivers the insulation needed to hold a 0°F rating and holds its loft through a full season of use. For backpackers who need to carry a 0°F quilt over miles, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-ultralight-0-degree-wide-winter-backpacking-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows Ultralight 0°\u003c\/a\u003e uses 1000FP down to reach 22 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Big Meadows 0° ships with a 25% overstuff by weight. Down naturally migrates toward the ends of each baffle over time, leaving the middle of the baffle thinner and reducing effective insulation across the full length of the quilt. The extra fill ensures that even after downshifting has occurred, every section of every baffle retains enough loft to hold the 0°F rating — in a winter quilt, cold spots through the center of the quilt are not recoverable on a frozen night. No additional overstuffing is needed or recommended. For three-season camping down to 20°F, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-20-degree-wide-three-season-camping-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows 20°\u003c\/a\u003e handles shoulder-season conditions at a lower price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foot box is formed using a drawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps. On cold nights — and at 0°F, every night is cold — snap it closed and cinch the drawcord for a sealed foot pocket that keeps warm air in. Double-sided Kam Snaps also let you stack a second quilt on top in the most extreme conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell is Ion 1.1 — a 1.1 oz taffeta nylon whose tight weave blocks wind and sheds water while remaining breathable, independently tested and certified downproof. Ion 1.1 is more durable than ultralight fabrics, which makes it well-suited for the wear and tear of winter camping use — repeated packing, condensation, and laundering over the course of a season. Every quilt ships in a storage bag that does not compress the down and allows airflow, keeping the fill healthy for long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNamed for the Trail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe campground at Big Meadows closes for the winter, but the last weekend before it does is worth the cold. The tent is up by dark, the temperature is dropping fast, and the meadow is empty — nobody else drove four hours for a November campsite. The Big Meadows 0° was built for those trips: when the cold is the point, not the obstacle, and weight is the last thing you're counting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better — making quilts since 2004. 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Comfort-rated to 40°F, it's our lightest wearable: a sew-through (non-baffled) build that trims weight for warm-weather camp and trail, with easy venting and no squirming to get in and out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the ground sleeper, it runs wide — 55 inches at the shoulders and hips to eliminate drafts — then tapers to 45 inches at a lengthened foot box for better tuck control. Six side lacing tabs secure it around a pad, and a non-snagging hook-and-loop head hole lets you wear it as a serape and re-seal it cleanly. A long version (86 inches) is available for campers over 5'10\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell \u0026amp; down:\u003c\/strong\u003e 850 fill power, RDS-certified, with an Activ-dri hydrophobic treatment that keeps the down drier, behind our wind- and water-resistant Ion 1.1 shell. (Activ-dri is still down — protect it from direct soaking like any insulation.) Over-stuffed 33% by weight to reduce down migration and hold its rating between cleanings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFootbox:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formed with a drawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps — leave it flat as a blanket for venting, cinch a foot box, or stack quilts in colder temps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompression sack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold separately (many campers now keep quilts dry in a contractor or trash-compactor bag instead). For 40° quilts we recommend the large size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegular: 78 inches \/ 18 oz. Long: 86 inches \/ 19.5 oz. Hand-sewn in Pennsylvania. Sleep Better. 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Comfort-rated to 20°F, it's lighter than a sleeping bag, with no squirming to get in and out and easy venting when the night warms up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the ground sleeper, it runs wide to eliminate drafts and tapers to a lengthened foot box for better tuck control. A non-snagging hook-and-loop head hole lets you wear it as a serape and re-seal it cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfort rated to 20°F (-7°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResealable head hole to wear it as a serape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind- and water-resistant Ion 1.1 shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e850 fill power RDS-certified down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps form the foot box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKam Snaps let you combine multiple quilts in colder temps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix side lacing tabs to secure it around a sleeping pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong version (86 inches) for campers over 5'10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDown:\u003c\/strong\u003e 850 fill power, RDS-certified. Higher fill power means more warmth for less weight, so it stays light and packable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand-sewn in Pennsylvania. Sleep Better. Adventure Better.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacks R Better","offers":[{"title":"Regular \/ Dark Olive \/ Black","offer_id":45386789355567,"sku":"SS20R","price":389.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Long \/ Dark Olive \/ Black","offer_id":45386789388335,"sku":"SS20L","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/6567\/2239\/files\/sierra-sniveller-20f-wearable-down-camping-quilt-front.png?v=1782759893"},{"product_id":"high-sierra-sniveller-0f-wearable-wide-winter-quilt","title":"High Sierra Sniveller 0° Wide Wearable Winter Camping Quilt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe High Sierra Sniveller is a wearable 0°F down quilt built for deep-winter camp. Wrap up in it like a serape while you cook, gather, or take in the cold-night sky — then form the footbox and sleep in it as a top quilt, in a hammock or on the ground. It's the warmest of our wearable Sniveller line, lighter than a similarly rated sleeping bag, with no squirming to get in and out and easy venting for temperature control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned with the ground sleeper in mind, it runs wide — 55 inches at the shoulders and through the hips to eliminate drafts — then tapers to 45 inches at the foot. The lengthened foot box improves tuck control, and six lacing tabs let you secure it around a pad. A non-snagging hook-and-loop head hole lets you wear it as a serape and re-seal it cleanly. For campers over 5'10\", a long version (86 inches) is available for use as a top quilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell \u0026amp; down:\u003c\/strong\u003e Filled with 850 fill power RDS-certified down behind our wind- and water-resistant Ion 1.1 shell. Higher fill power means more warmth for less weight. The High Sierra is over-stuffed 33% by weight to reduce down migration and hold its 0° rating between cleanings — no additional over-stuffing needed. (All Jacks R Better quilts are over-stuffed at least 25%; if you want more warmth, step up to the next-warmer model.)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFootbox:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formed with a drawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps — leave it flat as a blanket for venting, cinch a foot box, or stack multiple quilts in colder temps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompression sack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold separately, since many campers now keep quilts dry in a contractor or trash-compactor bag instead. For 0° quilts we recommend the large size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand-sewn in Pennsylvania. Sleep Better. Adventure Better.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacks R Better","offers":[{"title":"Regular \/ Dark Olive \/ Black","offer_id":45386804133935,"sku":"HSS0R","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Long \/ Dark Olive \/ Black","offer_id":45386804166703,"sku":"HSS0L","price":469.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/6567\/2239\/files\/high-sierra-sniveller-0f-wearable-quilt-arms-extended.png?v=1782772128"},{"product_id":"big-meadows-ultralight-40-degree-wide-summer-backpacking-quilt","title":"Big Meadows Ultralight 40° Wide Summer Backpacking Quilt","description":"\u003c!-- SHOPIFY TITLE: Big Meadows Ultralight 40° Wide Summer Backpacking Quilt --\u003e\n\u003c!-- META DESCRIPTION: The lightest wide 40-degree backpacking quilt — 13 oz, 1000 fill power RDS-certified down, Argon 67 shell. Handmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better. --\u003e\n\u003c!-- URL HANDLE: big-meadows-ultralight-40-degree-wide-summer-backpacking-quilt ✅ Live --\u003e\n\u003c!-- TAGS: 40-degree, summer, quilt, top-quilt, ultralight, wide, down, 1000fp, rds-certified, big-meadows, backpacking, thru-hiking --\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Gets to 13 oz: 1000 Fill Power Down, Argon 67 Shell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt 13 oz for the Regular, the Big Meadows Ultralight 40° delivers the same wide half-taper coverage as the standard Big Meadows 40° in a dramatically lighter package — 1000FP down and Argon 67 shell fabric for backpackers who refuse to trade shoulder room for a lighter pack.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows Ultralight uses the same half-taper shape as the standard Big Meadows 40°: 55 inches wide from the head end to the midpoint, tapering to 45 inches at the foot end. That width across the shoulders and torso is what keeps side sleepers covered when they shift positions — there's enough quilt to stay tucked around you rather than riding up. The narrower foot section eliminates dead air and excess fabric without sacrificing the coverage that matters. A snap-and-drawcord system at the head end forms shoulder pockets that seal out drafts at the neck on colder nights. The Big Meadows Ultralight is a dedicated top quilt for ground sleepers and tent campers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows Ultralight 40° is filled with 1000 Fill Power RDS-certified down — the highest-grade down available. Fill power measures how many cubic inches of loft one ounce of down produces when fully expanded. At 1000FP, significantly less down by weight is needed to reach the 40°F rating compared to 850FP alternatives, which is how this quilt reaches 13 oz without compromising warmth. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-40-degree-wide-summer-camping-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows 40°\u003c\/a\u003e uses 850 fill power down at a lower price point with the same half-taper coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Big Meadows Ultralight 40° ships with a 33% overstuff by weight. Down naturally migrates toward the ends of each baffle over time, leaving the middle of the baffle thinner and reducing effective insulation across the full length of the quilt. The extra fill means that even after downshifting has occurred, every section of every baffle retains enough loft to hold the 40°F rating — you don't end up with cold spots through the center of the quilt where the fill has thinned out. The same buffer also compensates for loft loss as the down accumulates dirt and oils between cleanings. No additional overstuffing is needed or recommended. For trips that push into colder conditions, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-ultralight-20-degree-wide-three-season-backpacking-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows Ultralight 20°\u003c\/a\u003e extends the same ultralight build to a 20°F rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foot box is formed using a drawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps. On cold nights, snap it closed and cinch the drawcord for a sealed foot pocket that keeps warm air in. On hot nights, leave it open and use the quilt as a blanket — no need to unpack a separate layer. Double-sided Kam Snaps also let you stack a second quilt on top and connect the two together in colder conditions. Three tabs along the sides provide additional attachment points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell is Argon 67 — a 0.67 oz ripstop nylon independently tested and certified downproof — with a DWR coating. It is the lightest shell fabric in the JRB lineup. While 1000FP down is the primary reason the UL version weighs nearly 4 oz less than the standard Big Meadows 40°, the Argon 67 shell contributes to the difference as well. Every quilt ships in a storage bag that does not compress the down and allows airflow, keeping the fill healthy for long-term storage. Backpackers who prioritize minimum weight over shoulder coverage should look at the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hudson-river-ultralight-20-degree-multifunction-three-season-backpacking-quilt\"\u003eHudson River Ultralight\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost NOBOs swap their 20° quilt for a 40° at Trail Days in Damascus — dropping weight before the long push north — and carry that 40° all the way to the summit. This quilt was built for those miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNamed for the Trail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe name comes from the trail. Big Meadows sits at 3,500 feet in Shenandoah National Park, deep in one of the most-hiked stretches of the AT. Most northbound thru-hikers arrive in late May and June, when the meadow breaks open from the tree line into open sky, deer move through the tall grass at dusk, and the days are finally warm — but the nights still cool fast at elevation. Thru-hikers know it as the place you detour off the trail for a blackberry milkshake at the Wayside, refill your food bag, and remember there are still 1,400 miles to Katahdin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better — making quilts since 2004. 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That width across the shoulders and torso keeps side sleepers covered through the night — there's enough quilt to stay tucked around you rather than riding up. The narrower foot section eliminates dead air and excess weight without sacrificing coverage where it matters. A snap-and-drawcord system at the head end forms shoulder pockets that seal out drafts at the neck. The Big Meadows Ultralight 20° is a dedicated top quilt for ground sleepers and tent campers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Gets to 16.5 oz: 1000 Fill Power Down, Argon 67 Shell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows Ultralight 20° is filled with 1000 Fill Power RDS-certified down — the highest-grade down available. Fill power measures how many cubic inches of loft one ounce of down produces when fully expanded. At 1000FP, significantly less down by weight is needed to reach the 20°F rating compared to 850FP alternatives, which is how this quilt gets to 16.5 oz without compromising warmth. 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That width across the shoulders and torso keeps side sleepers covered through the night — critical when temperatures drop to zero and there is no margin for a quilt that rides up. The narrower foot section eliminates dead air and excess weight without sacrificing the coverage that matters. A snap-and-drawcord system at the head end forms shoulder pockets that seal out drafts at the neck. The Big Meadows Ultralight 0° is a dedicated top quilt for ground sleepers and winter tent campers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Gets to 22 oz: 1000 Fill Power Down, Argon 67 Shell\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Meadows Ultralight 0° is filled with 1000 Fill Power RDS-certified down — the highest-grade down available. Fill power measures how many cubic inches of loft one ounce of down produces when fully expanded. At 1000FP, significantly less down by weight is needed to reach the 0°F rating compared to 850FP alternatives — the primary reason this quilt achieves a true winter rating without the bulk of a conventional sleeping bag. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-0-degree-wide-winter-camping-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows 0°\u003c\/a\u003e uses 850 fill power down at a lower price point with the same half-taper coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Big Meadows Ultralight 0° ships with a 33% overstuff by weight. Down naturally migrates toward the ends of each baffle over time, leaving the middle of the baffle thinner and reducing effective insulation across the full length of the quilt. The extra fill means that even after downshifting has occurred, every section of every baffle retains enough loft to hold the 0°F rating — in a winter quilt, cold spots through the center of the quilt are not recoverable on a frozen night. The same buffer also compensates for loft loss as the down accumulates dirt and oils between cleanings. No additional overstuffing is needed or recommended. For three-season trips down to 20°F, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/big-meadows-ultralight-20-degree-wide-three-season-backpacking-quilt\"\u003eBig Meadows Ultralight 20°\u003c\/a\u003e handles shoulder-season conditions at 16.5 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foot box is formed using a drawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps. On cold nights — and at 0°F, every night is cold — snap it closed and cinch the drawcord for a sealed foot pocket that keeps warm air in. Double-sided Kam Snaps also let you stack a second quilt on top and connect the two together in the most extreme conditions. Three tabs along the sides provide additional attachment points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell is Argon 67 — a 0.67 oz ripstop nylon independently tested and certified downproof — with a DWR coating. It is the lightest shell fabric in the JRB lineup. While 1000FP down is the primary reason the UL version weighs less than the standard Big Meadows 0°, the Argon 67 shell contributes to the difference as well. Every quilt ships in a storage bag that does not compress the down and allows airflow, keeping the fill healthy for long-term storage. For a rectangle-cut 0°F quilt, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/old-rag-mountain-ultralight-0-degree-multifunction-winter-backpacking-quilt\"\u003eOld Rag Mountain 0°\u003c\/a\u003e offers 48 inches of consistent width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNamed for the Trail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBig Meadows in January is a different place. The campground is closed, the roads are gated, the trail packed with snow. The hikers who are out there came specifically for the cold — a 0°F rating isn't a marketing number, it's a requirement. The Big Meadows Ultralight 0° was built for those nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better — making quilts since 2004. In-stock quilts ship the same or next business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eRegular\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eLong\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e78 in (1.98 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e86 in (2.18 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e55 in (head to mid) → 45 in (foot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e55 in (head to mid) → 45 in (foot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e22 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e23.5 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUnder 5′ 11″\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOver 5′ 10″\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0°F (-17°C) comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1000 Fill Power RDS-certified down\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Argon 67 (0.67 oz ripstop nylon) with DWR coating, independently tested and certified downproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sew-through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Jacks R Better","offers":[{"title":"Regular \/ Dark Olive \/ Burnt Orange","offer_id":45388761268271,"sku":"BM0ULR","price":629.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Long \/ Dark Olive \/ Burnt Orange","offer_id":45388761301039,"sku":"BM0ULL","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/6567\/2239\/files\/big-meadows-ultralight-40-backpacking-quilt.png?v=1780431188"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/6567\/2239\/collections\/big-meadows-main.jpg?v=1782936538","url":"https:\/\/jacksrbetter.com\/collections\/wide-quilts.oembed","provider":"Jacks R Better","version":"1.0","type":"link"}