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A lightweight synthetic quilt designed for warm-weather trips and minimal setups
Enlightened Equipment says:
Our original and best selling sleeping quilt, but with APEX Synthetic fill! A favorite of long distance hikers, the Revelation Sleeping Quilt is known for its amazing versatility, thoughtful design, and ultralight weight. On warm nights, the Revelation can lay open as a blanket, and in colder temperatures, you can cinch the adjustable 1/4 length zipper footbox closed. This design allows you to dial in a comfortable night’s sleep in a wide range of different temperatures and climates. The perfection option for active sleepers!
The Revelation is a sleeping quilt, not a sleeping bag, which means it’s designed to be used with a sleeping pad to provide insulation underneath you, between you and the ground. The Revelation doesn’t have a full-length zipper or a built-in hood, saving weight and space in your pack.
Our Verdict
The Revelation APEX 50F builds on Enlightened Equipment’s reputation for refined quilt design, pairing their established platform with CLIMASHIELD APEX synthetic insulation. At around 370g, it offers a dependable alternative to down, keeping weight low while maintaining performance in damp conditions and drying quickly when needed. Synthetic insulation is less compressible than down. It handles moisture far better, making it a practical choice for UK summer use and trips where humidity or condensation are likely. The comfort limit of around 10°C makes it well suited to high-summer conditions, hut stays, and long-distance routes such as the Tour du Mont Blanc or the Camino de Santiago if you are using the refuges.
The quilt design allows for a high level of flexibility. It can be fully opened in warmer conditions or secured with the adjustable footbox and pad attachment system to reduce drafts if temperatures dip. The wide cut supports a range of sleeping positions, particularly for those who move around at night.
Build quality is in line with expectations, with lightweight fabrics and a clean, well-executed construction. Overall, this is a well-balanced option for those prioritising versatility and moisture resistance in a lighter setup.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- 1/4 length zipper & adjustable footbox.
- Built with no sewn-through seams, to eliminate cold spots.
- Included pad attachment system uses elastic straps and clips on each side of the quilt to keep it secure on a sleeping pad and lock out drafts on cold nights.
- Snap and drawcord neck closure lets you fine-tune draft control.
- Includes:
- Silnylon Roll-Top Dry Stuff Sack
- Breathable Polyester Storage Sack.
- 2x Elastic Straps (0.4oz each - One Straight, One Loop)
Specifications
Regular
- Weight: 370g
- Length: 78" (192cm)
- Shoulder Width: 54" (137cm)
- Foot Width: 40" (101cm)
Regular Wide
- Weight: 375g
- Length: 78" (192cm)
- Shoulder Width: 58" (147cm)
- Foot Width: 42" (106cm)
Long Wide
- Weight: 377g
- Length: 84" (213cm)
- Shoulder Width: 58" (147cm)
- Foot Width: 42" (106cm)
Material & Construction
- Ultralight nylon fabric. Available in a Forest Green 10D exterior, and a Charcoal 10D interior. Fabric colors might appear slightly different from images shown.
- All Fabrics are PFC Free, and use a C0 DWR.
- Fill: CLIMASHIELD™ APEX insulation performs better than down in wet and humid conditions, dries quickly, packs small, and is easy to clean.
