The Best Ultralight Hammock Camping Quilt Set // Loco Libre Gear Operator Series

[@aquafinaspringwater9814]

Thanks Spiguyver for viewing Loco Libre Gear. I haven't heard of them until now. I have been looking for a sixty degree quilt to pear with my summer loadout gear for a while. My quit should be in in about seven weeks, late summer.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I've been a fan of their stuff for quite a while. Thanks!

[@gt5228z]

Loco quilts are underrated for sure. Love my hobonero 55",!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

They are so well built! George is always coming out with something new, as a matter of fact, the ones that I just ordered from him are of a new design not even released yet! Thanks!

[@donkEEpunch85]

For real! I'm really surprised more people don't give them a shot. I think because early on, his quilts got a wrap for being "cold," people have held onto that belief. Although, I feel like he's really upped his numbers and now uses a better method for more loft, creating more warmth. I love my three quilts from him and am now expecting a fourth to arrive early next month. Can't wait!

[@jmsbohannon]

Great to see someone giving George the shine he deserves. By far the best quilts out there! With the exception of my Warbonnet Diamondback 20 degree, all my quilts are Loco Libre. 50, 20 and 0 degree quilts. I have the Operator series Top and UQ with Moraccan blue fabric. Love that quilt set. I completely agree with how versatile that set is. I've used it into the low 40's and stayed warm with only my Z seat under my feet. Loco Libre is the best out there hands down.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

For sure, his stuff is top notch. Thanks!

[@survivaltrotter-com]

Hi Jim, what are the pros and cons if you compare Warbonnet with Loco Libre?

[@camoheeter]

I got mine in a custom color. I love how they look. Only used it one weekend but love it so far!!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Sweet, what colors did you go with? Thanks!

[@camoheeter]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 dutchwares pivacy x autumn camo

[@AlexJThrasher]

Great review, thank you. I think a picture or two of the compressed/packed size would be a good addition in the future when you’re reviewing gear like this.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thanks, I agree with you. Each of these will compress down to the size of a softball or a little smaller!

[@adamcates603]

My warm weather set is a set of converted Costco Down throws that I bought from Hang Tight Gear (Steve Hazel). I got the TQ and UQ set from him a couple of years ago for about $110. This set gets me down to about 45 degrees and each quilt weights about 14-15 ounces. If anybody is looking for a budget option for summer quilts check them out.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Thanks, that's a good option.

[@Th3St0rm]

was wondering what topquilt i should be upgrading to for my summer months. Thanks for the video, and hello also from OK!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

This is a killer quilt!

[@anywhereroam9698]

Nice review. I love my Loco Libre Operator 50’ quilt set. It packs up very compact, which is my highest priority. It’s also very light. I also have a 20’F Operator topquilt, which I also love. I wouldn’t have said “cutting corners”, in the start of the description, but I think you described it all very well. Like you said it’s for good reasons. It’s deliberate choices, making trade-offs - it’s a compromise on one thing to maximise another more important based on its intended purpose (being light and compact). Less bells and whistles like draft collars. But less is more (cuts weight and bulk). The Operator series is intended to be the light weight, the minimum but functional, maybe a little less beginner friendly, but perfect if you take the time and care or have the experience. I think you covered it all nicely.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

You make a great point, my wording could have been chosen better for sure. Less bells and whistles is a great way to put it. You are absolutely correct, there is nothing second rate about these at all! Thanks!

[@StepsbyKaatje]

Here in Belgium usually to cold for your set-up. Also no George around.😀 Greetz

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

He does warmer sets as well! Thanks!

[@robertrissmiller2530]

Spiguyver, how do these fit the new Banyan Bridge hammock?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Same as just about any standard quilt would, it's gonna come up a little further on the sides.

[@full-english]

Thanks Mark. Great review, just placed my order with LoCo.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Sweet! You won't be disappointed with them, I am sure of that. What did you go with, the operator series?

[@full-english]

Spiguyver Backpacking Yes Mark. I went with an operator underquilt 50* in gray and orange. I’m super excited for it to arrive. Thanks again.

[@TheFonz87001]

Hey Mark, how’d the operator underquilt do on your last trip? Did you use it with your bridge hammock?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I just used the operator top quilt in the video I put out today, worked great, you can go check it out!

[@jeffmcelravysr4702]

I really like mine.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

They're light, work as advertised, and are pretty sick designs. What's not to like about them! Thanks!

[@anarchyaelle]

I want a Loco Libre set, but in Canada, we have the Little Shop of Hammocks Toasters that avoid the whole USD exchange and duties. Have you ever tried the LSoH toaster?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I haven't had the chance to try their stuff. I have heard of them and have heard their stuff is nice though! Thanks!

[@DeafDalmatian]

Did I miss what hammock that was? A bright purple? Or is that a color play with the light?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Coming soon, and it is a bright purple. I plan on doing that video very soon!

[@DeafDalmatian]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 Now I'm dying here! Sooner than later I hope? I haven't got my whole set up complete yet and now y'all are killing me with this bridge hammock and talking about how great it is for side sleepers! Sigh! I see more shopping in my future but what I really need to do is sell off all my unused stuff to prepare to downsize considerably! Anyway, thanks and happy hiking!

[@outdooriowan]

This doesn't go with your video. But I'm looking into a good budget friendly hammock set-up for under $200 I'm a large guy at 280lbs any suggestions?

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

What exactly are you looking for, just a hammock or more? Check out the video I just posted today, that hammock should accommodate you well.

[@outdooriowan]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 I looking for hammock tarp bug net set up. I like that ridge gear hammock you did a video on. I'm also looking at the Outdoor Vitals 11ft hammock and bug net. What are your thoughts on the Outdoor Vitals hammock?

[@joeshepherd4990]

I wanted a loco set but they wouldn't do a custom size i wanted my top quilt and underquilt a few inches wider but they said they had stopped doing custom sizez and will only be making there normal size. But i have only heard good things about there gear

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I know he has cut down on what he's offering right now in order to cut the lead times down, maybe in the future that will change.

[@joeshepherd4990]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1 hope so

[@samsmith8870]

Wow, I've never heard of them before. Just checking them out and their 20 degree quilt is the lightest I've never seen. The few reviews I could find are very good. Just a thought. how low do you think you could go if you paired up a set of 50's over (or under) a set of 20's? I only ask because you have a lot more experience. I only know that you can double up like that. I'm thinking that would probably cover me for every season.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

It would buy you probably 10 degrees, but not a whole lot honesty. They are pretty thin, it's about the loft.

[@joeshepherd4990]

How wide is yours

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Not sure, it's the stock size.

[@joeshepherd4990]

Ok thanks

[@amorton94]

Damn. Dude quit taking orders months ago and expected up to 3 months to catch up on orders. What a crazy time this year has been.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Yeah, lots of things played into that, but the quality is incredible!

[@CC-CODER]

Nice quilts! I recently went to the Allegheny Reservoir and used a Mylar car sunshield between my Warbonnet layers instead of the Wooki under quilt, worked out great for a $7 alternative. Plus I used it as a sit pad on the wet ground cooking dinner and took a nap while laying on the beach.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

Awesome, how was the condensation between you and the mylar? I have had success doing that, and other nights where I was soaked. But yeah, for $7 it's a good option! Thanks!

[@CC-CODER]

@@SpiguyverBackpacking1: Zero condensation, low humidity and not a drop of dew on the Mokai's in the morning either. I've also tried a $20 Costco sleeping pad with success, but much heavier than the sunshield. Nice trip with no mosquitoes, gnats or flies.

[@theshanester338]

Hardcore

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

That's how we roll! Thanks!

[@brianptomey7366]

I think you will be fine with this set up in Tahoe, but be prepared. It snowed the day my son was born in Tahoe July 4th 2000.

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

This is not the set I'll be using on the TRT, the lows will be in the 40's, and likely into the upper 30's, not what I want to experience with these. I have a new set of custom 30's coming!

[@SpiguyverBackpacking1]

I don't like being cold at night!