Hi, rookie thru-hiker in planning here. I'm trying to cut weight (aren't we all) and was under the impression that switching from a mummy bag to a quilt was a good way to do that. However, when searching on here it seems that everything I find having to do with a quilt involves a hammock. Well, I'm a tarptenter. Am I on the wrong track here?
I'm looking for the lightest sleeping option. I currently have a Marmot Plasma 30 mummy bag, but it is 26 oz. and is rather restrictive as I'm a side sleeper and need some leg room. Is a quilt right for me or should I consider something different? My budget is $400 or less (preferably less).
Thanks for your help!