Our “shoulder width” measurement reflects the width of the quilt when it is spread out flat. When drawn in for cold weather, we have found that our regular width quilts fit comparably to traditional mummy bags with a 63” shoulder circumference. Our wide width quilts fit comparably to a 67” shoulder circumference.
Potential reasons to get the WIDE:
• Particularly broad shoulders (see below)
• Large or wide build (see below)
• Storing gear inside the quilt while sleeping
• You just like to have extra room when in your quilt
A good way to decide: measure your shoulder circumference. If it is at 51”, the regular width will be a snug fit, and the wide will be a roomy fit. If you are below 51”, the regular width will work, unless you prefer the extra room. Above 51”, you’ll be more comfortable in the wide.
NOTE ABOUT SUMMER ’22 CLOSEOUT ELITES: These quilts are two inches narrower than the updated version, so if you’re considering a closeout Elite quilt, subtract two inches from all of the above numbers. The specs on the closeout product pages are accurate.