Old Rag Mountain 0°F Multifunction Winter Camping Quilt
Regular / Dark Olive / Burnt Orange
$339.95
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Old Rag Mountain 0°F Multifunction Winter Camping Quilt
$339.95
Full winter coverage at 27 oz, without sleeping bag bulk. 850 fill power down holds 0°F in a trim 48-inch cut for back sleepers, and it rigs as a hammock underquilt too.
⏳ Made to order — ships in ~2–4 weeks
At 27 oz for the Regular, the Old Rag Mountain is JRB's 0°F winter backpacking quilt — built for back sleepers and trim builds who want full winter coverage without the bulk of a sleeping bag. 850FP down, 1.1 oz taffeta shell. Also runs as a hammock underquilt.
Built for Back Sleepers and Trim Builds Who Need 0°F Without the Bulk of a Bag
Wide winter quilts are cut for side sleepers, larger frames, and restless movers who need that extra coverage when the temperature drops hard. The Old Rag Mountain is cut for people who sleep on their back, don't thrash around much, and don't want to carry excess fabric into a winter pack. At 48 inches across, it covers you fully without pooling underneath you or bunching up when you roll to a side. If you're an average to lean build and a relatively still sleeper — think 5'10", 165 lbs, a back sleeper who heads out in January and occasionally drifts onto a side — this is the quilt. The extra width of a wide winter quilt will get in the way. The Old Rag Mountain won't.
How It Gets to 27 oz: 850 Fill Power Down, 1.1 oz Taffeta Shell
The Old Rag Mountain is filled with 850 Fill Power RDS-certified down — deep, resilient loft that holds its warmth season after season. RDS stands for Responsible Down Standard, an independent certification that verifies animal welfare throughout the supply chain. Fill power measures how many cubic inches of loft one ounce of down produces when fully expanded — at 850FP, the Old Rag Mountain achieves its 0°F rating with less fill by weight than quilts built with lower-grade down. The shell is 1.1 oz taffeta with a DWR coating that sheds light moisture and condensation.
At 0°F, construction matters as much as the fill number. The Old Rag Mountain is box-baffled — internal fabric walls form enclosed chambers so the down can stand to its full height across the whole quilt. Sew-through construction takes the shortcut, running stitches straight through shell and lining, and each of those lines is a band of crushed fabric carrying no insulation at all. In January those bands are where the heat leaves, and box baffles — slower to build, slightly heavier, more expensive — are the reason this quilt holds a true winter rating.
Every Old Rag Mountain ships with a 25% overstuff by weight. Down naturally migrates toward the ends of each baffle over time, leaving the center of each baffle thinner. The extra fill means every section retains enough loft to hold the 0°F rating even after downshifting occurs — no cold spots through the middle of the quilt. The same buffer compensates for loft loss as the down accumulates oils between cleanings.
The foot box is formed using a drawcord, cord-locks, and double-sided Kam Snaps. Snap it closed on the coldest nights for a sealed foot pocket; leave it open on warmer nights and use it as a blanket.
Stack It With Another Quilt for Colder Nights
The double-sided Kam Snaps do more than close the foot box. Any Multifunction quilts of the same length snap together into a single layered system, so a 0°F quilt is not the end of the line — add a Hudson River 20°F on top and keep going from there. Any temperature combination works, multiples of the same rating included, and there is no limit on how many you stack. Quilts made from 2019 on have the snaps; before that we used Omni Tape, which doesn't stack. Every JRB quilt you own makes the next one warmer.
At 27 oz, the Old Rag Mountain carries a full 0°F temperature rating into the backcountry — warm enough when temperatures drop hard overnight, and lighter than any comparably rated sleeping bag. This quilt was built for backpackers who refuse to call off a trip because of cold weather.
Also Works as a Hammock Underquilt
The Old Rag Mountain attaches to your hammock using the JRB Underquilt Suspension System (sold separately) and insulates against the cold air beneath — the primary cause of cold-weather hammock discomfort. The rectangular shape with no tapered corners makes the suspension straightforward to rig. Ease the end draw cords off and the quilt eases away from the hammock, letting air move across your back — we call it opening the windows, and it is handy on the nights you climb in hot. It fits all gathered-end and bridge hammocks including ENO, Hennessy, Warbonnet, Dutchware Chameleon, and most DIY designs.
Named for the Trail
Old Rag Mountain is where Jacks R Better started. In the early days, the two Jacks planned a weekend loop through central Shenandoah National Park. They loaded up with what gear they had — 3–5 pound sleeping bags, a 5-pound tent, self-inflating pads — and set off with 35–40 pound external frame packs. Old Rag was on the route. One of them had hiked it in his younger days. The upper section is a rock scramble, a fun trip. Key word: younger.
They made it over Old Rag just fine. What nearly finished them was the climb back up White Oak Canyon to the ridge — two fifty-something guys, 40-pound packs, a mountain they hadn't been on in years. At the top, they called it. Motel. Hot showers. A big steak dinner. They drove home the next day and, as Jack tells it, "have never heard the end of it from our wives."
Over the next couple of years they replaced every heavy piece of kit with something lighter — sleeping bags, tents, pads, packs — and eventually started making their own quilts. Jacks R Better was born out of two guys who got whipped by a mountain and refused to let it happen again. The Old Rag Mountain quilt carries that name because this is where the story started.
Handmade in Pennsylvania by Jacks R Better — making quilts since 2004. In-stock quilts ship the same or next business day.
Specs
| Specification | Regular | Long |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended height | Under 5′11″ | 5′11″ and over |
| Weight | 27.0 oz (0.77 kg) | 30.0 oz (0.85 kg) |
| Length | 78.0 in (1.98 m) | 86.0 in (2.18 m) |
| Width | 48.0 in (1.22 m) | |
| Temperature rating | 0°F (-18°C) | |
| Down fill power | 850+ | |
| Down weight | 18.0 oz | |
| Loft | 3.5 in | |
| Shell | 1.1 oz Taffeta w/ DWR | |
| Construction | Box Baffles | |
| Features | Multi-function – Winter | |
| Includes | Zippered storage bag (underquilt suspension sold separately) | |
| Made in | Hulmeville, Pennsylvania, USA | |
A
5,400 miles on my motorcycle camping most nights. My quilt was warm and the perfect size.
A
Holding up great
K
Just what I wanted—very warm and lightweight with great attachment points. Would be too short for my 6’2 husband, but more than ample for my 5’4 and kinda stocky.
S
Perfect for hammocks, good enough for ground sleeping.
I bought this quilt along with the Mt Washington 4 in order to bring my hammock setup up to New England winter standards. Between the two, I was plenty comfortable on a breezy, 8'F night. I like the ability to form the foot box and leave it open or cinched at the bottom end- this helps with letting some heat escape if you're trying to use this quilt towards the warmer end of "winter" temps. For hammocking, it's literally the perfect top quilt! For ground sleepers/use as a quilt with an insulated pad, things get a little less perfect, but still good. I used this as a quilt during a week-long trip to Utah where temperatures were between 25-40 degrees at night. It kept me plenty warm, as expected in that temperature range- I didn’t need to fully tuck the quilt underneath me to keep warm. The main hurdle I ran into was how to keep the quilt in place on my sleeping pad- I ended up using some shock cord passed through the little side fabric tabs and under my pad in order to accomplish this, but it’s not nearly as convenient or functional a system as something like Enlightened Equipment has going. I might end up replacing the tabs on mine with those little flat buckles so I can use the EE straps.
Pros:
-Super warm, base layers not even necessary above 15’
-Packs as small as my 35 degree, 800-fill down sleeping bag
-Versatile due to rectangular shape, ability to fully or partially form foot box
-More durable and cost effective than equivalent quilt from EE
-Good color choices!
-Comes in a storage bag that doesn't compress the quilt too much
Cons:
-Fabric not quite as soft as something like Pertex quantum in similar denier
-Loopy tabs on the side are adequate at several things but not perfect at any of them
-No stuff sack included. This might be a pro depending on your preferences.
J
I just came back from my first winter hang. Lowest temp at night was 28 degrees (was hoping it would be colder). I purchased the Old. Mtn Rag along with the Greylock 4. Talk about being in down heaven! I was so comfortable and warm, not to mention the secure feeling knowing I was not going to be cold at any point. I couldn't have made a smarter decision pairing these two quilts together! Extremely satisfied and happy camper here! Thank you, for making such wonderful gear!
B
Dad told me once if somethings really good get two....so I did despite the cost... but I tell you what ... I have a sewing machine I sew better then some and worse then most, making tarps and over/under covers is about as far as my skill level goes.
I brought one on a on an overnight. I ended up soaked. I was grounding it in my SMD solo, and it poured buckets for 8 hours. I had to strip to my skibs and was about 56 degrees. I was so thankful to have this quilt. It really saved my ass literally. Note I did have mid level StS liner. The quilt never lost loft and seemed bone dry.
As for hammoking this line of quilts is unbeatable in terms of versatility. From ground use to over and underquilt mode it can't be beat.
The quilt is extremely well made and a absolute MUST have for any camping system.
The fact they are smart and stock ahead is brilliant and reflects the business. Every place I checked had a lead time of no less then 4 weeks....thats unacceptable in today's market. If you're going to make a product to order (unless modded) you may as well keep your stuff off the Internet and sell at local flee markets to keep up with volume. Ppl don't wanna wait 4-12 weeks when they drop a few hundred on something.... imo.
One last thing
MADE IN THE USA
L
Owned my rag for 6 years now. It's taken me to 7 degrees along with my Mt Washington 4 underquilt. No pad. Best customer service. Pan and Smee are what anyone wants when it comes to responsiveness.
P
Phenomenal quilts. Purchased 1 of these in "long" to use as a TQ with hammock pod system. Upon arrival loved the size, loft, warmth, and versatility so much I purchased a second to use as full length UQ. Took them on a trip to Michigan for some cold weather hammock camping with a 20 degree bag and they did not let me down. Temps got down to 2 degrees and I was completely warm. Second night temp was 18 degrees and I was too warm and had to vent my bag. By comparison, I had used just the bag and sleep pad a week before at 1 degree and was uncomfortably cold. I highly recommend these for their performance and versatility. JRB service is outstanding as well. When ordering the second, I called Jack last minute on a holiday Monday needing it to arrive Thursday. He answered, took my order and made sure I would receive it on time. I look forward to using these for years to come. Thanks!
D
Got my Old Rag for Christmas 2014 to go with my Nest. I could not be happier. The fit and finish are perfect. I use as a top quilt for the hammock and also with my SynMat 9 when I am on the ground. Either way, the quilt does it's job and I stay toasty warm.
P
I love my Old. Mtn Rag, but I am a gearhead. I am always looking around for something better, or maybe even just something different. I think I have tried different items for everything except for my tarp and my quilt: different stoves, base layers, insulation, backpacks, etc. But I have never found an alternative to my Old Mtn Rag despite looking for over 6 years. It needed wings, and Jack R Better shipped me the fabric to add them. The temp range works well for me in the high Cascades. I will keep looking, but I doubt I will every find something I like better.
r
i am known as Neo on hammock forums and i have had my old rag mountain for over 6 years,well made and very very warm.I give it a 5 star rating all the way
T
I am 5'8" tall and the regular length is definitely large enough and then some. Have used the quilt two times so far in temperatures in the low 20's and it was actually a little too warm. So I believe that it will definitely come close to be warm down to the rating that is posted. The quilt is well made and packs relatively small for the amount of down.
S
Great quilt for backpacking and hammocking. Really lightweight with a good temp rating for it's weight. I'm actually able to wrap the quilt all the way around my hammock so that it acts as an underquilt and overquilt. I still have to use a sleeping pad to block the wind, but it works great. It would be cool to see a quilt that's a little wider with velcro all the way up and down it, so you could get it all the way around your hammock and seal it up. Maybe that would add too much weight though
D
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