I've used sleeping bags for as long as I can remember, on hikes, on camping trips and through my time in the Army. When a friend strongly recommended I try a quilt, I was sceptical. Sleeping bags had always worked, so why change? But the recommendation was convincing enough that I took the gamble on a Dark Moon quilt and I'm glad I did.

I took the quilt to the Walls of Jerusalem in Tassie for its first real outing. Anyone who's been up there knows the conditions can change quickly, with cold nights and a wide spread of temperatures over a single trip. After a few nights out, I was sold that this would be my go to for future trips.

What impressed me most was how well the quilt handled changing conditions. On colder nights I could cinch it in and seal out drafts. When it warmed up, I could loosen it off or open it up completely, which a sleeping bag just doesn't let you do. I never felt like I was fighting it to stay comfortable, whatever the night threw at me.

The adjustment system is simple and intuitive. Making changes in the dark, or half asleep, was easy, and it didn't take long to get the setup dialled in for how I sleep.

The quilt is made to an excellent standard. The stitching, materials and overall finish all feel solid. After a few nights of rough use in the Tasmanian high country, it showed no signs of wear, and I'm confident it will last for many trips.

If you've always used a sleeping bag and are wondering whether a quilt is worth it, I was in exactly the same spot. It is. The Dark Moon quilt is flexible, well built and easy to live with on the trail. I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking to take their setup to the next level.

Firstly a big thanks to Deb for a great service and best quality quilt I have ever used and bought. She is a great lady who helped all the way thro with sound advice and great comms that shows that Deb knows what she's doing and cares. I don't and won't do out of the box reviews until I've tested it out for any products. So I have had over 25 nights in the new quilt now and I have to say I'm more than impressed and that lowest temp I had it down to was -12c and was still warm and toasty on a 10 day hike in the mountains. So this quilt has gone below the -10c and that made me happy. Overall DMH and Deb are the best at making custom quilts for build quality and sizing. Again a big thanks to Deb and DMH 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👍

I never have done pack walk until very recently, and I was in for the snowshoe trip so desperately needed to get a good sleeping system. I asked around, and heard about Dark Moon Hiking. Upon contacting Dark Moon Hiking, Deb quickly responded and helped me deciding which product works best for me. There are so many products out there with so much information, it is like a maze, so Deb providing the information was so helpful. Deb also quickly sewed up the quilt to meet my snowshoe trip date. I am a sewer and I know that is a lot of stitches she has done in a very short time. Don't know how she did it!!

Waratah quilt -10c definitely kept me warm sleeping on the snow. I look forward to using it open on the warmer seasons. It is so fun to be able to choose the colours too.

Thank you very much Deb!

Recieved my quilt Friday before last having reached out to Deb in a bit of a pickle last minute before starting the Bibbulmun track.

Deb was very responsive to my initial queries and subsequent follow up emails.
Bearing in mind I was starting the track in less than 2 weeks from the intial contact she had my quilt sown, filled and at my door step in 10 days!!! Impressive is an understatement considering the quality of the end product.

The quilt it’s self is truly amazing, I went for the -5 comfort rating as wanted some 3 season versatility in multiple climates. Is certainly more than enough for the Bibbulmun, has kept me nice and toastie whilst not being zipped or cinched at the feet.
Not that appearance affects performance but the quilt truly looks amazing and have had a few people asking questions in the huts which says a lot about the craftsmanship that Deb provides.

Too top it off Deb provides a simple and easy to read care sheet as well which is a lovely touch even for those that had owned down bags/quilts in the past.

Safe to say Deb has gained another loyal customer and I have no doubt I will be back for some more of her products in the future.

Deb, thank you

The scenario - I found myself wanting to hike - but my old quilts were on there last legs. I contacted Deb via email, and in less than a day not only did I have a response and a quote back - but also an apology for taking too long. Deb takes her customer service seriously.

Fast forward a week (It took Australia post longer to deliver it, than it did for Deb to make it) - I had my nice new quilt, it is fantastic, the build quality is great, and it is very warm. My wife loves it too - and she has very high standards. For anyone on the fence, get in contact with Deb - she is great, and will look after you. I know I wont be going any where else for my quilts in the future - the only problem for Deb is this one is made so well I probably wont need another one for a while :-)