Description
Downtek™ Insulation
The Bobcat 45ºF features Downtek™ responsibly sourced down. Downtek™ is water-repellent keeping you dry and lengthening the life of your quilt. Whether in backcountry, city, or somewhere in between, this backpacking quilt offers lightweight superior warmth in unexpected places.
Comfort for the backcountry
Our Atmos™ 20D nylon ripstop is tear-resistant and buttery soft. Coated with a DWR finish, water, mud, and coffee roll right off. Stitch through diamond construction pattern keeps the down lofted and in place. The rolltop compress stuff sack packs the Bobcat 45ºF down, so you can carry less and cover more ground.
Ultra-versatile
The Bobcat 45ºF offers endless ways to keep you warm in and outside your comfort zone. Use inside your Roo hammock for a toasty top quilt. When sleeping off the ground, you can also hang your Bobcat 45ºF underneath your hammock to protect you from cool drafts. Hidden elastic cords on each end cinch down to create a cozy toe box for a lighter-weight alternative to a sleeping bag.
Tech Specifications
Best Uses: Hammock Camping, Backpacking
Unpacked Dimensions: 84 in × 54 in / 213 cm × 137 cm
Packed Dimensions: 11.75 in × 6.5 in / 30 cm × 16.5 cm
Temperature Rating: 45ºF / 7ºC
Total Weight: 20 oz / 567 g
Product Materials: Atmos™ 20D ripstop nylon fabric with DWR waterproofing and YKK snaps
Stuff Sack Materials: Diamond Shell™ 40D diamond weave ripstop nylon with PU waterproofing
Fill: DownTek water repellent down
Included
- 1 x Bobcat 45ºF
- 1 x Rolltop stuff sack
- 2 x Sleeping pad straps
- 1 x Underquilt conversion kit
- 1 x Upcycled storage bag
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a trail quilt?
We define a trail quilt as a quilt that can serve as both a topquilt and hammock underquilt on the trail. Our trail quilts also afford you the option of creating footboxes or using it as a minimalist sleeping bag. Our Bobcat 45ºF, Bobcat 55ºF and Firebelly 30ºF are trail quilts because of their packable construction and versatile use cases.
How do I use the Bobcat as an underquilt or top quilt?
Check out this video for instructions on using your trail quilt as a top quilt, underquilt and more.
What is the difference between the Bobcat 45ºF and Bobcat 55ºF?
Made from responsibly sourced Downtek™ insulation, the Bobcat 45ºF is a down trail quilt rated for temperatures of 45ºF and above. The Bobcat 45ºF weighs less and packs down smaller than the synthetic Bobcat 55ºF quilt and is perfect for backpacking and hammock camping in cooler temperatures.
How does the Bobcat 45ºF compare to the Firebelly 30ºF?
The Bobcat 45ºF trail quilt joins the Firebelly 30ºF quilt as one of the newest members of our trail quilt family. A more packable option for temperatures 45ºF and above, the Bobcat 45ºF stands apart with its lower price point, much lighter weight, stitch though construction and roll-top, water resistant stuff sack. Designed with travel and backpacking in mind, the Bobcat 45ºF offers warmth on the go. We recommend using the Bobcat 45ºF in moderate-to-cool temperatures, and the Firebelly 30ºF in cooler fall and winter temperatures when extra size and warmth is needed.
How can I loft the down in my Bobcat 45ºF?
When the Bobcat 45ºF is compressed for long periods of time, the down fill can appear flat or displaced when taken out of the bag. After you first receive your Bobcat, give the quilt a good shake, and lay it on a flat surface for a day or two to allow the downtime to loft. Repeat this after storing your Bobcat for any extended period of time.
How do I clean my Bobcat Backpacking Quilt?
The performance of this fill (heat retention!) is directly tied to the “loftiness” of its down. To help your down products retain their loft, please follow our storage and cleaning instructions. Remember: Loft = warmth. Lofty gear = happy you.
Keep your Bobcat 45ºF in tip-top shape by spot cleaning or hand washing when possible. Hand washing your gear with cold water and Grangers Down Wash +
Repel is best for extending its useful life, but it can also be cleaned in a front-load washing machine (do not use a washing machine with an agitator).
Washing machine instructions:
- If the gear is soiled or stained, use the recommended amount of Grangers Down Wash + Repel. Do not use fabric softener, bleach, or stain removal products.
- Wash the trail quilt by itself using the gentle/cold water setting.
- Hang to dry, or use the delicate, no heat tumble setting on the dryer with a clean tennis ball, or dryer ball. Do not stuff back in stuff sack damp or wet.
How can I re-loft the down in my Bobcat 45ºF?
When the Bobcat is compressed for long periods of time, the down can look flat out of the bag. When first receiving your Babcat, give the quilt a good shake and lay it on a flat surface for a day or two to allow the downtime to loft. The Insotect Flow technology, which allows you to move and distribute the down within the baffles, can rid any clumped spots you may see in your Bobcat down.
Welsh Wanderer –
The long awaited Bobcat’s arrival brought great excitement here in wet and windy Wales, is it normal to be so excited by a product? Who cares! It’s flipping AWESOME! Highly recommended, whoever you are, even if your not the outdoors type! As usual, well thought out and innovative. The Purple lofting bag is FAB, though not planning on using it much. It’s a one stop shop for warmth. Snuggled on the sofa in front of the Tele or outdoors in the cold this product is outstanding. Unbelievably light, packs “down” to nothing and springs to life out the bag with TARDIS like qualities. Being a considerably larger gent, the ability to connect multiple Bobcats together is genius. Two people cwtched up, wrapped in these wouldn’t need to wear much more on a cold winters evening. The only draw back is the price. You pay for what you get. What you get is well worth it! My advice, get one! Leave it in the car for an emergency or use as a sofa snuggler or even what it’s designed for, Hammock Camping.
Paul –
Love my Bobcat and especially love the integration with my Roo hammock as an under quilt . I have slept outside in about 20F conditions using the Bobcat and a warm sleeping bag without getting cold! In a few weeks the Bobcat will transition to being an overquilt and in mid-summer it may eliminate the need for a sleeping bag.
Camper –
Great product!!!! We have used it at the campfire, couch, bed, early season soccer games, and as a hammock underquilt. It has preformed well in each case. Having all of the snaps makes customizing the blanket to the situation a “snap” (sorry, dad jokes). Only wish it was a little longer.
Jo Ann –
Absolutely love it. Lightweight, warm and versitile. I have used it every day since it arrived. Some of the time when just lounging on my couch. Also took it on my last trip to the PNW where I used it as my blanket each night, to keep me warm in my hammock for a cool afternoon hang, and snuggling up on an 8 hour train ride.
Berry –
Wonderful piece of equipment! Don’t know how we lived without it. Easy to use with your hammock, but even more wonderful to have around the house and to throw in your bag while traveling. The best “sleepy blanket” ever!
Geyer –
The bobcat is by far my favorite underquilt out there. It pairs perfectly with Kammok’s Roo and other hammocks too! Just got back from another hiking trip and even in 51 degree weather I was nice and toasty. Can’t wait to save up and snag a few more for the kids! Thanks so much for another great product.
Mike –
This quilt is super comfy, warm and is packed with features. It packs up really small and doesn’t weigh much at all. I’m really glad to have my Bobcat.
D –
Love the options that this blanket provides.The draw strings and snaps really help take it to the next level. Great for airline travel! While I sit in comfort, I continue to catch envious stares. Lightweight underquilt, comfortable top quilt, great blanket, great pillow (when packed.)
I love my bobcat. No regerts on this purchase, not even one.
The Wicked Barnacle –
I used this once on a trial run near home. Worked great with my Mantis UL. Took a bit to figure out what snaps and loops to use and how to get everything adjusted but that’s what practice runs are for. It kept me warm. The material seems nice. The quantity seems good. No real long term use yet to test over all durability but I don’t see any issues.
Tatiana –
It’s so cozy!!! I used it as a sleeping bag and it kept me warm during 54 degree nights.. haven’t tried it as an underquilt yet, but the setup is really easy
snackfiend –
I purchased this to go with my Mantis, but have not had the chance to really use it for myself because my dogs keep taking it. I spent 3 nights in 40-50 F weather and my two pups curled up underneath it each night for warmth. I was able to throw it over my shoulders while sitting around the fire for some insulation and it worked really well.
I cannot speak to its durability yet, but I can speak to its weight and its size. The Bobcat is remarkably light and comes with its own stuff sack that allowed me to fit both my sleeping bag and Bobcat in the bottom of my Gregory Baltoro pack.