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Apple updates the slim iMac with faster processors, Wi-Fi, and graphicsAnyone who bought last year's redesigned iMac doesn't need to upgrade, but for owners of older models or anyone looking to switch, the latest 27-inch Apple iMac offers a wide-ranging set of internal upgrades.
I'm Dan Ackerman and here we are with the latest version of Apple's iMac all-in-one desktop. This of course looks just like the really radically revamped version that Apple introduced last year and it is the same on the outside, there are a lot of big changes inside but let's start with the actual body when we first saw this back in 2012, everyone said, wow, look how razor thin it is. And at first glance it does look almost as thin as maybe an iPad and as you turn it around, still it's very thin then you realized it's sort of bold out the center here, that's where the components are, but still very slim and very bulk free for a big high powered 27-inch all-in-one and of course you get a little bit of flexibility with the screen, you go up like this, you go back down like this, but that's really about it. This is not one of the new generation of all-in-ones that either, let's say, has a touchscreen or has internal batteries that you can actually lift the screen off and use it like a mega tablet that's a growing field but Apple is not on board with that yet. Well, they are on board with however is an update to Intel's latest generation of Core iSeries processors, otherwise known as Haswell that gives yourself an improved performance and things like batteries, it gives you great battery life we don't have to worry about that here obviously. You also get 802.11ac wireless that's faster WiFi speeds if you have a router that also supports that faster new standard. We have the latest generation of NVIDIA's GeForce 700 Series graphics cards that's great for a Mac gamer. It's still kind of a growing area being a Mac gamer but things are a lot better than they were even a couple of years ago and if you have a flash memory module inside your iMac, you get a faster PCIE connected flash module whether you're doing an SSD hard drive alone. You can actually get those up to 1 terabyte of SSD, although that's very expensive. Or you can get a Fusion Drive which is what we have here, which is a 1 terabyte platter hard drive with the 128 gig SSD all combined together to give you a lot of storage but still really good speed. Now, if you have last year's version of the iMac, I'm not gonna lie. There's really no reason to upgrade, the experience is very similar but if you're thinking about getting an iMac, maybe one that's a couple years old, at least now you can get one that has all the up to date components in it and you'll be future proofed at least until the next generation of Intel and NVIDIA stuff comes out sometime in 2014. I'm Dan Ackerman and that is the 2013 27-inch iMac.


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Management thinkers played an influential role in shaping the twentieth century, but they remained in the shadow of those who Time Magazine considers the most prominent. The influence of visionaries such as Frederick Taylor, Elton Mayo and W. Edwards Deming is, however, immense as their ideas were instrumental in creating the prosperity of the late twentieth century. Have these management thinkers found the philosopher's stone of management or did they spawn management fundamentalism?
Frederick Taylor
Frederick Taylor (1856–1915) was born to a wealthy Quaker family in Philadelphia and was raised with traditional Protestant values, which espouse hard work and discipline. Childhood friends recall him analysing everything, even a game of croquet or rounders. His passion for perfection and sport was rewarded when in 1881 Taylor and his brother in law became the first men's double US tennis champions. Although passing the entry exam for Harvard University, Taylor did not attend the alma mater of his family. Instead, he became an apprentice pattern maker and machinist in 1873. Five years later, he was employed at the Midvale Steel Company as a labourer and worked his way up to chief engineer in six years. While working at Midvale, Taylor obtained a degree in Mechanical Engineering through part-time study at the Stevens Institute of Technology.1
Taylor's thinking was emblematic of the rationalist and pragmatic spirit of the late nineteenth century. It was a time when the successes of the exact sciences led to the belief that this type of thinking also applies to the social sciences. The Hobbesian view of society as a machine and the fact that psychology was only an embryonic science, profoundly influenced Taylor's thinking. Society was thrown into disarray because of the rapid transition from small-scale traditional social systems to the sprawling cities of the industrial age.
This development was combined with an increase in individualism, following the call of enlightenment philosophers such as Immanuel Kant for people to think for themselves.2 It was also a time of rapid vertical economic growth for the United States, spearheaded by the construction of an extensive railway network, which enabled manufacturers to develop high-density distribution networks. Economic activity focused on increasing production because of the intense hunger for goods, which required the improvement of manufacturing techniques to keep up with demand. President Roosevelt remarked in this context that: "The conservation of our national resources is only preliminary to the larger question of national efficiency."
It was these words that Taylor used to open his most influential 1911 monograph, The Principles of Scientific Management. Taylor developed his management theory when encountering the practice of "systematic soldiering", which is the intentional limitation of productivity by labourers, at the Midvale Steel Works. Taylor's protestant ethic emphasising diligent labour as a means to personal salvation and upper-class upbringing prevented him from accepting this ingrained practice.
Taylor's motives were outwardly humanistic as he aimed to "secure the maximum prosperity for the employer, coupled with the maximum prosperity for each employee. Taylor's focus on increasing productivity was based on the idea that "maximum prosperity can exist only as the result of maximum productivity".3 Contemporary marketing literature suggests a variety of means to increase prosperity, such as communications and pricing strategies. These sophisticated marketing strategies were, however, not generally practised during Taylor's time and so his only means to improve prosperity was to increase efficiency.
Taylor observed that factory workers had their trade handed down through word of mouth and he lamented that this "rule of thumb" knowledge, was "not in possession of the management".4 Taylor's strategy was therefore principally aimed at transferring power from the worker to management and develop a science to replace traditional knowledge. Although Taylor mentions "an almost equal division of the responsibility between management and the workmen [sic]",5 his idea of shared responsibility was to move all initiative and control over work methods from labourers to management. His attitude towards labourers is reminiscent of Kant's Vormünder (guardians),6 as he does not want them to think for themselves. Taylor's ideal factory is like a termite colony; using rigid work patterns which convert employees into mindless workers.7
Taylor and his colleagues ran a series of experiments with hauling pig iron. His description of this activity shows disdain, rooted in his sense of class distinctions, for the average worker: "… it would be possible to train an intelligent gorilla to become a more efficient pig-iron handler than any man can be" 8, thereby justifying his strict division of labour. Using an early application of ergonomics, Taylor determined that pig iron hauliers should be able to move 48 metric tonnes per day (1,144 pigs of iron), instead of the usual 13 tonnes (304 pigs). The workers were offered a salary increase from $1.15 per day to $1.85. 9 To the labourers, a sixty percent wage increase would have sounded fantastic, but they had to increase productivity by 376%! Taylor justified this by arguing that customers should enjoy part of the productivity gains, but he also thought that labourers would not be able to handle earning too much money and that they would become "extravagant and dissipated".10
Taylor had, however, great difficulty implementing his theories and occasionally resorted to lowering wages to "motivate" workers and using a form of Social Darwinism to weed out all those who were not able to achieve the high production standards. Taylor's experiments were not received favourably; workers threw spanners in the works and Taylorism was also subject to a congressional investigation. In spite of this resistance, Taylorism remained popular for several decades.
Elton Mayo
Australian born psychologist Elton Mayo (1880–1949) was asked in 1928 to help interpret the data obtained from the Hawthorne experiments. Mayo was a proponent of the psychology of Sigmund Freud and challenged the idea of people as purely rational beings. This in contrast with Taylor, who relied upon mathematical reasoning to improve management practices and analysed people as if they were machines.11
The experiments conducted at the Hawthorne plant of Western Electric were initially performed to investigate the relationships between workplace conditions and productivity. One hypothesis productivity maximises at a particular light intensity had to be rejected, as productivity increased regardless of light intensity. The researchers concluded that uncontrolled variables had influenced productivity and eventually concluded that the psychology of the total situation was an important factor.
It could be argued that Taylor foretold the outcomes of Hawthorne. When working at the Simmonds Rolling Machine Company, he noted that productivity increased when: "each [ball bearing checking] girl was made to feel that she was the object of special care and interest". However, Taylor has never conducted any detailed studies to investigate this phenomenon.
One of the variables Mayo and his colleagues studied at Hawthorne was the influence of rest periods on productivity. This was, however, not a new idea as Taylor had introduced regular rest periods for the ball bearing checking girls and noted that productivity increased. Taylor's perspective was, however, not psychological but ergonomic. He was interested in improving the efficiency of the human machine, without regarding the mind.
Mayo also encountered the practice of soldiering at Hawthorne. Researchers found that a group of workers paid on a piece-rate arrangement had established their output norm, based on what they thought would be fair. In contrast with Taylor, Mayo did not seek to eradicate the informal organisation. Instead, he tried to find ways to create an equilibrium between the official and informal organisation.
W. Edwards Deming
The founder of Total Quality Management, W. Edwards Deming (1900–1993) was imbued with Taylor's systematic approach, but with a more enlightened understanding of human psychology. To improve the pig-iron loading, Deming would have advised Taylor to motivate workers to provide suggestions to increase efficiency, rather than relying on stopwatch and slide-rule yielding engineers. Taylor's hierarchical view of the world and his belief in a strict division of responsibility impeded him from recognising workers as part of the solution. Taylor's writings are, however, contradictory, because he does seem to believe that "every encouragement … should be given [to the worker] to suggest improvements",12 contradicting with his ideas about the division of labour cited above.
There are many points of difference and similarities between Deming and Taylor. They both used a method based on science and placed high value on facts. They also both saw that management and employees have similar interests and both acknowledged the importance of customers. Their points of difference are due to their place on the timeline of management thought. Deming had the advantage of the psychological insights of management researchers such as Mayo, while Taylor was limited by his belief in the exact sciences and the limited availability of psychological knowledge.13
The currently widely implemented Six Sigma business improvement methodology echoes the philosophy of Scientific Management. The Six Sigma method is often summarised with DMAIC: Design, Measure, Analyse, Improve and Control. These steps are closely aligned to Taylor's principles of scientific management, and Six Sigma is a form of Taylorism, enhanced with customer focus advocated by Deming and an understanding of psychology. Remnants of Taylorism can also be found in call centres. Operators are closely monitored, and their work is modelled using mathematical formulae, such as the Erlang-C equation. There is also a strict division of labour as in most call centres; operators are provided with detailed scripts, eliminating human spontaneity which is considered prone to error, from the interaction between customers and operators. The result of this is that call centres suffer from enormous rates of staff dissatisfaction and turnover and that some are calling for a more psychological approach.
The end of the nineteenth century was a pivotal period in the history of Western culture. Fast developments since the industrial revolution had caused social turmoil, but also increased a sense of individualism, flowing on from the ideals of the enlightenment, proclaimed by Kant and others. Taylor, however, clung to the old values of the Ancien Régime and implemented a strict division of labour. Taylor can be called a fundamentalist as he had an unshakable belief that his method was the only right way. Historical forces were, however, much stronger than Taylor. Subsequent management theories proclaimed a more subtle psychological approach to motivate staff, acknowledging the employees are free-thinking individuals. Although Taylor recognised that "some special incentive" was required to motivate labourers, 14 he failed to seek ways to internally motivate them because he limited himself to the methods of the exact sciences. It is for these reasons that Taylor's work has only very limited applicability in a contemporary management setting.
- Gabor, Andrea (2000) The capitalist philosophers. New York: Three Rovers Press.
- Kant, Immanuel (1784), Was ist Aufklärung?
- Taylor, Frederick W. (19110) The principles of scientific management.
- Ibid.
- Ibid.
- Kant, 1785.
- Pech, Richard J. (2001) 'Termites, group behaviour, and the loss of innovation: conformity rules!' Journal of Managerial Psychology 16(7): 559–574.
- Taylor, 1911.
- Ibid.
- Ibid.
- Wren, David A. (2005) The history of management thought. 5th ed. Wiley.
- Taylor, 1911.
- Knouse, Stephen B., Carson, Paula Phillips and Carson, Kerry D. (1993) 'W. Edward Deming and Frederick Winslow Taylor: A Comparison of two leaders who shaped the world's view of management'. International Journal of Public Administration 16(10): 1621–1658.
- Taylor, 1911

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Thanks to RFID, forerunner retailers today have a whole spectrum of ways to observe customer behavior and make appropriate changes to increase sales and customer satisfaction.
Besides from traditional ways like analyzing buying history,
customer feedback and customer loyalty card data, RFID has provided
retailers with new revolutionary tools for observing customer
behavior. We have already mentioned RFID based displays in fitting
rooms, "smart mirrors" and RFID gates at cash desks that scan a
whole shopping cart in seconds. This time we'll take a look at the
shelf of the future - "smart shelves".
So, what is a "smart
A smart shelf is a shelf in a store that has been equipped with
an RFID reader. The RFID reader can be built-in the shelf itself or
be installed behind/under/above normal shelves. By continuously
scanning the RFID tagged items on the shelf, the RFID reader
consistently notifies the back-end system about the existing items
and their movement. It will also identify items that do not belong
on a certain shelf as "misplaced items". By tracking items, their
movements and whereabouts, the system provides retailers with
information that can be analyzed and translated into customer
preferences. Thereby RFID-equipped smart shelves provide retailers
with various ways of improving their customer service and
increasing sales.
Added value by adopting smart
1. Automatic replenishment alert
Automatic replenishment alert is one of the most potential uses
of smart shelves in the retail business area. The smart shelf
notices when it's running out of an item and sends an alert to the
back-end system. Depending on the system application of the store,
the alert is either sent to the backroom or to a mobile RFID
computer, so that sales personnel can replenish the shelf or make
an order for more items. The system can also be designed to send
automated orders directly to central warehouses or manufacturers.
It's nothing new, but just not common yet.
2. Misplaced item alert
Retailers often encounter "false" out-of-stocks, that is, the
item is nowhere to be found, at least not by the customer. It is
simply misplaced. With RFID smart shelves the sales personnel will
immediately know when an item is in the wrong place. This is
especially important when it comes to merchandise that has to be
stored in certain conditions, like food.
3. Item position transparency - where last
After adopting RFID retailers have reported that shrinkage has
decreased with an average of 70 %. With smart shelves retailers
will know where the remaining 30 % has disappeared. Was the item
last scanned at the cash desk gate when a thief ran out with it
under his/her shirt? Or did somebody rip off the tag at the shelf
or perhaps in the fitting room? This information helps retailers
spot the problems where they are and take precautions for
decreasing shrinkage even further.
4. Expired date notification
Besides from notifying when products are running out, missing or
misplaced, a smart shelf controls the expiring dates of products
and sends alerts to the shop personnel when products are about to
expire. This way sales personnel save a significant amount of time
by not having to run around the shop looking for expiring
5. Customer interest notification
Smart shelves register movements of products and can therefore
notify the retailer about: what products cause what customer
picking behavior. For instance, a Spanish retailer uses smart
shelves for tracking the popularity of selected items in their
stores. Every time an item is picked from the shelf, the back-end
system registers it as an event. It also registers what happens to
the item after this. Is it put back on the shelf? Is it purchased?
Is it exchanged for another product? The answers to these questions
provide retailers with a new source of customer feedback based on
behavior rather than words. This information can be used for
strategic product display and placement as well as deciding what
campaign offers should consist of next month. What products get
picked a lot but never purchased? Are they placed too close to a
remarkably cheaper alternative? Should they be moved or simply
removed from the product range?
6. Added product information for
"Super smart shelves" could be the word for a shelf that besides
from an RFID reader is equipped with an information display. When a
customer picks up an item, the display attached to the shelf gives
added information about the product lifted off the shelf. Typical
information could be country of origin, time of production,
transportation method, product contents and materials, warnings and
other product features. This application is best suited for shelves
that contain only a small amount of different items. If many
customers are grabbing several different products simultaneously,
it might get messy.
Brand-customized smart
Many brands, especially the ones dealing with cosmetic products,
prefer having their own shelves in department stores for product
displays. The benefit of having their own shelves is primarily of
course the fact that all the products of different shapes and
categories have their own solid place on the shelf, the collection
looks attractive to customers and every color is easy to find, keep
in order and pick up. Moreover, the physical appearance of the
shelf is not the only reason why brand owners decide to go with
their own shelves. Having an own brand specific system
facilitates adding features. As long as the system is compatible
with the systems of multi-brand selling retailers, they might be
willing to accept customized solutions as a complement to their
own. As long as a system increases sales and customer satisfaction
- both brand owners and retailers are happy.
What does the future
Companies have an excellent opportunity to distinguish
themselves from their competitors by implementing interactive smart
shelves. It is expected that most future stores will be equipped
with RFID and smart shelves. In fact, experts are pretty certain of
it. It is also expected that they will boost sales, increase
efficiency, improve customer service, decrease shrinkage and help
personnel with manual inventory and replenishment labor. Is this in
the near future or will it take some time? Nobody knows. But
one thing is for sure. The perks of adopting smart shelves with
RFID readers are tempting to customers, retailers as well as brand
owners. Each of these groups benefit from specified product
information, automated replenishment alerts and data related to
customer interests. And, in time, each of these groups can help
tailor the smart shelves to perfection and everybody's
convenience. We have fun times ahead of us. I can hardly wait
to see how it turns out!
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Our goal of educating, entertaining and inspiring people through adventure experiences and immersion in the outdoors is very much in alignment with the mission of Tennessee State Parks.
Pikeville, Tennessee (PRWEB) May 13, 2014
Established zip line tour operator ArborTrek Canopy Adventures has teamed up with Tennessee-based adventure park builder/operator The Adventure Guild, LLC, to develop an aerial adventure park at Fall Creek Falls State Park, Tennessee's largest and most beloved state park. Scheduled to open this spring under the operating name "ZIPStream Fall Creek Falls", the 2.5-hour, self-guided tour will consist of a series of zip lines, suspension bridges and challenge elements. The Adventure Guild, developer of the ZIPStream Aerial Adventures brand, opened their flagship location at iconic Ruby Falls in Chattanooga in 2010. Building on the strength and success of the venture, the new adventure park at Fall Creek Falls is the first of several ZIPStream Aerial Adventures parks the partnership plans to open in coming years in the regional southeast.
Tennessee State Parks is among a number of state and local parks across the country adding aerial adventure parks as an amenity to attract new visitors and increase park revenues. Following a request for proposal last year, the State of Tennessee awarded ZIPStream Fall Creek Falls a long-term lease with rights to install and operate an aerial adventure park inside Fall Creek Falls State Park. The aerial adventure park will be independently operated and open to the public daily during the peak summer season and on weekends in the spring and fall. President of ZIPStream Fall Creek Falls, Michael Smith, and his partners are passionate about the market and the opportunity at Fall Creek Falls State Park. "The new adventure park will provide visitors to the Fall Creek Falls one more reason to return or to extend their stay for a few days," says Smith.
ZIPStream Fall Creek Falls will be designed to accommodate a diverse demographic, with opportunities suitable for children as young as 4 years of age through to active seniors who are of good health and mobility. Following a thorough ground school and detailed instruction, participants will be provided 2.5-hours to explore the course at their own pace. Six routes will be available, each consisting of 8 to 13 elements and graded from easy to extreme. Participants will be encouraged to start on easy, low-to-the-ground green routes, and to work their way up to the blue, red and black routes, reaching heights of up to 40 feet. The course will incorporate a new smart-belay system, which ensures 100% connectivity to the flexible lifelines that run above the elements and protects participants from falls. The system will provide participants the freedom to make choices regarding the route they take and level of challenge they face. Certified guides will be present to provide instruction, encouragement and assistance as needed.
Observing the popular aerial adventure park movement in Europe, Kim and Don Stock, owners of The Adventure Guild, launched the ZIPStream brand in 2010 offering an 'americanized' version of the concept designed to meet U.S. standards and expectations. "When we created ZIPStream, our goals were simple. We wanted to provide an engaging opportunity for people to get off of their couches and out of their synthetic environments, to challenge themselves, and to experience adventure in the natural world. The adventure park was an immediate hit," recounts Kim Stock who will serve as the General Manager for ZIPStream Fall Creek Falls. "Our goal of educating, entertaining and inspiring people through adventure experiences and immersion in the outdoors is very much in alignment with the mission of Tennessee State Parks. We are very excited to be at the Park."
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text: Nestle to shift French media biz to Zenith By Laurel Wentz. Published on January 09, 2006. [Paris] Nestle will move its $300 million media planning and buying account in France by the end of 2006 to ZenithOptimedia. The move completes, except for a few small countries, a global country-by-country review that pitted Nestle's two chosen global media networks, Publicis Groupe's ZenithOptimedia and WPP Group's Group M, against each other in each market. In France, Nestle used to buy its own media through a house agency called Comcord that the marketer sold to Interpublic Group of Cos. several years ago; the incumbent Universal Comcord did not re-pitch. The global review kicked off in the U.S., where the $500 million account was consolidated at ZenithOptimedia in late 2004; Group M has won some of the other major markets, such as China. Most Popular In this article: The World


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Last month when planning our 8 day trip to Prague for Christmas the best flight from Athens had an early afternoon departure time which meant either an overnight hotel stay in Athens/Piraeus or taking the morning Olympic flight. The pros were the airport is only 3 minutes from our home; the flight is only 20 minutes long; the cost is less than the hotel and ferry combined. The con is Olympic Airlines.
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Now we are taking the evening ferry to Piraeus for midnight hotel arrival and noon departure for airport where our "best flight" is now very expensive due to change charges. And our holiday in Prague is one day shorter.
I would appreciate comments from anyone who has anything good to say about Olympic Airlines. If I asked for negative comments I am sure I would be flooded.
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- At December 18, 2008 12:33 AM Anonymous said...
Hi Michael,
Sorry for your shorter trip...I have a friend who received a message from Olympic explaining the reason of the cancellation of her flight "due to rescheduling of the flight... for technical reason" !
Would be funny if it were not so sad.
End of March 2009 OA will be split in three...Let's see.
Bon voyage.
- At December 24, 2008 12:31 PM nepoleon said...
i say its a kind of experience that u gain wen u travel.be more careful the next time dude.I would be happy to add if u permit me.would be more happier if i find u in my blog
- At May 12, 2009 8:27 AM 650-175 said...
Yes it true that taking extra care of yourself is good during Olympic, but i think not to avoid it.


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Goose down under quilts have proven to be, without question, the preferred choice for insulating the underside of the hammock. Due to super light weight, compressibility and versatility, they outshine the alternatives by a landslide. Their thermal efficiency has allowed brave campers to push the boundaries of cold weather hammocking. Virtually every hammock camper has experienced - through his or her learning curve, the dreaded CBS, or "Cold Butt Syndrome". And virtually every owner of an under quilt has effectively learned how to avoid it. Once you have experienced a down under quilt, you will "never go back".
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The Phoenix is the 'little brother' of the Incubator, approximately 3/4 length. It's ideal for people who are pack size and weight conscious and want to shave those few extra ounces without sacrificing much in warmth or comfort. The Phoenix helps you maximize every ounce by using goose down and with 9 differential baffles that run the length of the quilt, which helps keep the down from shifting, providing more warmth. The baffles make this much warmer than similar quilts using "sewn-through" construction, allowing more loft. With premium water resistant, 850 fill goose down, the 20°F Phoenix is rated conservatively.
The Phoenix has a three dimensional, ergonomically shaped cut, which not only reduces weight, but provides a more secure wrap around the hammock, eliminating drafts. This underquilt (or UQ) is 3/4-length. This means it is designed to insulate you from your shoulders down to below your knees. Many hammock campers will use a small piece of closed-cell-foam pad under their lower legs and feet since they typically require less insulation underneath to stay warm. The Phoenix comes complete with a stuff sack and everything needed to suspend the UQ from your favorite hammock.
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The Stuff Sack we ship with this quilt is approximately 5.5 liters, but due to the nature of goose down, it can be compressed further with an aftermarket compression stuff sack. We do not recommend keeping the quilt compressed for more than 24 hours. The quilt should be stored in the cotton storage bag provided, when not in use.
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There are 62 review(s) for Phoenix 20
by John E – 4th Jun 2018
As with all other Hammock gear products we own quality is top notch. Additionally their customer service is second to none. When we had issues with USPS the Hammock Gear crew was willing to bend over backwards to make it right even when it wasn't their fault!
This Phoenix 20 will be my attempt to see if I can live with a 3/4 length quilt when it dips below freezing as a 6 footer. If not i will acquire an incubator and this one will go to my (much shorter) wife or daughter for whom it will be a full length.
by j-fish – 24th Mar 2018
One of my biggest concerns going from a bridge hammock to a gathered end was hearing that you had to constantly adjust the underquilt. Well hammock gear has eleminated that concern. I wasn't aware when I ordered this that it actually has a secondary shock cord suspension on it. One runs the entire length of the quilt like every other underquilt out there allowing your quilt to slide up and down your hammock. Then there is a second one that only goes from each corner of the quilt up to the whipping of you hammock, and there is an adjustment buckle of sorts where it attaches at the corner to allow you to tighten or loosen this secondary suspension. It is a little hard to explain, but basically it keeps your hammock in place and won't let your quilt slide up or down your hammock while you sleep. Another feature I love is an added baffle at the ends of the quilt giving you a little flap of down that makes a seal agaianst your hammock, really smart. Each end also has a cinch to ensure your quilt stays up against your hammock. Also it goes without saying that this quilt is incredibly warm. I have zero complaints about it, the only thing I changed was removing the S-biners that attached the shock cord suspension to the hammock continuous loops. Nothing wrong with them, in fact they only weighed about .21 oz together which surprised me. I just didn't care for them, personal preference. So I tied loops into the shock cord so it just slips over the whipping now. I really love this underquilt, Hammock Gear has again made me very happy!
by TM – 17th Nov 2017
I think HG makes the best quilts. I bought this in goose down for thru hikes but I have the econ version for hanging at home and around town. You can't beat their quilts or their price especially in the econ series. The secondary suspension system it holds tight to your body. I liked it so much I retro fitted my DIY climashield 3/4 quilt with a secondary suspension.
by Wendy – 9th Oct 2017
Pad in the hammock works fine , unless you have a dog . After my daughter got a service dog we went on few hikes and didn't have much fun as she woke up cold off the pad. Hammock Gear was most helpful in selecting the right underquilt (thank you Harry) . Last week we went for 3 days 2 nights trip in the Zaleski state forest and it was awesome , with the underquilt they both were sound asleep all night. Now we can go hiking more often . Great customer service and craftsmanship, thank you Hammock Gear!
by Raúl – 10th Jul 2017
I've been using an hammock with a sleeping pad for years. I finally broke down and bought an underquilt and I'm glad I did. It's so much more comfortable to just get in the hammock and not deal with the pad. Using a sleeping pad is okay, but an underquilt is great.
The Phoenix 20 has kept me warm from cool summer nights to damp and cold Oregon spring nights. I look forward to using it for backpacking this fall. I don't see any problems with this underquilt at all, so it gets five stars from me.
by Beardoh! – 1st May 2017
I have used a couple different underquilts in my travels, Last summer, I used the Phoenix 20 and was very happy with it. At the end of a long day, it is great to hop into my hammock with an underquilt that I set the shockcord once (at the beginning of the hike), and didn't adjust again for the whole summer. No dialing it in each evening, etc...
I have used the quilt in the 60 degree temp range down into the low 20s/high teen and it has performed well.
I liked it enough, I bought one for my wife as well!
by Raúl – 27th Mar 2017
I just tried my Phoenix 20 UnderQult out for the first time this weekend on a cold sleety night on the McKenzie River in Oregon. It's my first experience using an underquilt. I've been using a sleeping pad in my hammock for years and years, but now I'm never going back. So nice. I slept like a log, totally warm, and never worried about my pad sliding around underneath me. I love my underquilt.
by Rafael L. – 6th Feb 2017
I purchased my 20deg Phoenix UQ with a special request of matching a fabric color that they did not carry. They were extremely helpful in guiding me through the process, then in 2 short weeks I received my beautiful UQ. The stitching and everything was top notch. Already planning on adding a TQ to my set up and you know its going to be from Hammock Gear.
by Rafael – 28th Jan 2017
Just wanted to share my experience with you all. I asked about a custom fabric option and Harry was so helpful in letting me know how to go about it. Got it in under 2 weeks. Talk about great work coupled with great customer service. You have gained me as a customer for life!
by Beas – 29th Dec 2016
Purchased the 20* Phoenix for my 14 year old son for Christmas. 1 time through on the demo and he has it down pat. Easy set up and take down is great so I don't have to set up both his and mine. This is the 3rd purchase from HG. as always the quality is outstanding. jr has already slept in it three times
by Don Kelly donsadventures. on you tube. – 19th Aug 2016
I have watched shugemery videos trying to learn to lighten my load and improve my hammock experience and wow! This made the world of difference. Slept in my back yard for trial and I am impressed!
by Adam – 21st Jul 2016
I finally received my Phoenix 20 and have never been more excited for a piece of camping gear. That weekend I camped in high elevations with temps in the low 50's. I COULDN'T STAY WARM! I remained chilly all night despite my best efforts to try and adjust the UQ. I know this very well could be user error, but reading I could find in relation to this UQ I felt confident about the adjustment points, what to look for, and how to troubleshoot problems. I haven't given up, but as is obvious from all the other fantastic reviews, I'm confused as to why I couldn't achieve the "cozy", "warmth", "warm and toasty" so many others have experience in much colder temps. We'll see!
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Good morning Adam. We're sorry for your experience and hope we can rectify the situation for you. Please contact us at email@example.com or 740-445-4327. We'd be happy to take a look at the quilt for you to make sure it is built correctly.
by Martin (weekender BCUK) (Bigmanwalking) – 10th Jun 2016
I begin by saying at this time I've not tried it out yet, however looking at the quality of the stitching and all the loops and toggles and edging, no small detail has been overlooked.
The attention to detail is superb and that's just the stuff sack !! I'm kidding....although it to is very well finished.
The quality is second to none.
Fantastic thanks again
by Elvis – 23rd Apr 2016
Got the Phoenix 20 as a 3-season UQ for my Blackbird XLC and it is awesome! I'm in it as I write this and temp is right below the freezing point but I am toasty. I never get cold on my legs so the shorter length of the quilt and the less bulk is ideal for me. I will definitely get another one with a lower rating for winter hanging!
by Darren – 22nd Apr 2016
Finally got to give my HG quits a good run and they performed amazing! First off, the craftsmanship is second to none. Beautiful stitch work and materials... what else would you expect from made in the USA! Second, I didn't get to test the full temperature rating, but it did get in the low 40's/high 30's and I never once felt cold or uncomfortable. It would have a been a very cold night without them as I pulled my under quilt to the side to see what a difference it would make. Lastly, I'm 6'2" & 200 lbs... I ordered the Phoenix under quilt and Borrow standard length and width top quilt... the overlap between the 3/4 length bottom quilt and the top quilt with the buttons snapped was perfect. I'm so excited and happy with this purchase, I just order a full set for the wife.
by Kvothe – 3rd Mar 2016
I have had my Custom Phoenix 20 for over half a year now and so could test it out in all environments.
The craftsmenship is excellent. It is great to buy a piece of gear and find out that someone really thought it all through. Primary and secondary suspension keep the quilt perfectly fitted throughout the night. No fiddling is required. The ends can be cinched tight or losened for extra ventialtion. And the quilt is warm. I am a warm sleeper and was nice and cozy at 20 degrees.
I would recommend this quilt and I will add a top quilt to my collection sooner or later :)
by Steve – 23rd Feb 2016
The Phoenix 20 is a quality underquilt with plenty of insulation and great suspension. Kept me nice and warm, even though I had to peel my frozen straps off the trees in the morning.
by Tyler Chapman – 22nd Feb 2016
I'm new to hammock camping and using under quilts and this was my first under quilt purchase after wrestling around with pads for about a year. It took me a while to figure out how to best suspend this thing with my hammock, but that's half the fun and I think most of us really like to fiddle with gear in the back yard before testing it out in the field. I really enjoy using my down jacket to create a foot box to make up for the 3/4 length. Honestly, my feet are fine with this quilt down to 45 degrees without having to use my down jacket over the foot end of the hammock. I highly recommend! Now I need to get some top quilts instead of using old poly sleeping bags.
by Ian – 16th Feb 2016
Amazing UQ, Make all your tent-camping friends jealous!!!
by Hiker Mike – 20th Jan 2016
Paired with the Burrow 20 for my first night out slept in 27 degrees. So much better sleep than trying to old sleeping pad in a hammock. Had them customize for me and add some length in lieu of some width to fit my 6'4" thin frame and my sub7 eno hammock. I got more REM sleep that night than I normally do in two nights at home according to my watch. The HG products with the rest of my sleep system have my base pack weight under 11lb for winter backpacking.
by Joel – 31st Dec 2015
Having moved over to hammock camping this previous season, I knew an Underquilt was in my future. I hang with a group of friends that have a lot of different gear so I was able to see a lot of different products from multiple vendors. The price was a bit above my casual camping budget, but after doing my own research I decided to spend the cash and get a Hammock Gear Phoenix 20 with 1oz of overstuff. It came FAST and I could immediately see the QUALITY in the workmanship. Not a stitch out of place and the down's loft is much better than any of my other down gear. My first night out took the mercury down to 32 degrees and I could not get over how warm I was. Even with some steady wind and spitting rain on my tarp, I felt like there was an electric blanket in my hammock and had to vent a little. If you are on the fence about spending the cash on a quilt, don't hesitate on this one! Miles better than the ENO's I checked out and customer service is INCREDIBLE. Looking forward to colder weather so I can test the Phoenix's limits, but I definitely have full confidence in the rating. Currently saving up for a Burrow 20.
by James – 1st Dec 2015
I recently started hammock hiking and needed an under quilt for a multi-hike on the AT. Ordered the Pheonix 20 and it performed beautifully. It easily attached to my Speer Hammock. The adjustments snugged it up well. I was warm every night with varying wind speeds and rain. I'd recommend this UQ to anyone.
by patfiveshot – 29th Nov 2015
It's like laying upon a sunlit beach on the warm sand, swinging in the breeze with little butterflies dancing upon your toes and lulling you to sleep to the soft sounds of tropical breezes....but in winter.
by eddie graberitz – 27th Oct 2015
Got the underquilt just in time for a trip, it worked beautiful. I was very warm in it paired with the burrow 20. Thanks Adam for the speedy service. I greatly apricate it!
by Daniel – 11th Aug 2015
Just purchased the Phoenix 20 with 1oz extra down. Took it out this weekend and was thoroughly impressed. Temps got down to 45 and I was too hot and just layed without bag on top. Great workmanship and shipping was fast. Thank you so much for such a great product, looking forward to trying it out in the late fall with the Sierra Nevada mountain coolness. Will shop again.
by Jeff – 30th Apr 2015
I ordered a Phoenix under quilt and I was very pleased with how quickly it was shipped and I received it. The quality of the quilt is obvious and the way it adjust is very simple and easy to do. I ordered the 20 degree quilt. It is warm but I haven't got a chance to try it at low temperatures because it hasn't been cold enough here but I think it will easily be warm to the temperature it's rated for. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another quilt from hammock gear.
by Chirpa – 19th Apr 2015
Unbelievably warn for a 3/4 and is a great fit for my 6'3 frame. Nice and light with very little bulk means it fits in my pack well. I will be ordering another soon for my girlfriend (who bought this one as a gift) as well as a pair of top quilts for the two of us. Couldn't be happier and Adam is great to work with.
by Shabazz – 24th Feb 2015
I recently ordered a Phoencubator 20, which is a little longer than the Phoenix but shorter than the Incubator. The craftsmanship is professional. I've only been able to use it down to 23 degree weather and was toasty all night! This under quilt is amazing and of top quality!
by Adam – 22nd Nov 2014
Awsome quality. Thanks for the speedy delivery! Took it down to 20s and was toasty with it and the burrow 20 this week!
by Josh – 18th Nov 2014
I took it out last weekend down to the upper 20's with a 0 degree bag and a windshield shade for a footpad. Toes a little cold, but otherwise slept great. Adam worked with me to get it here by my trip even though I ordered a little later than I should have. Packs small and light, but is a little tough to arrange with the womb entry Hennessey.
by mountainhanger – 31st Oct 2014
I ordered this phoenix 20 after writing hammock gear and asking if it can be delivered in two weeks for a trip. Next say I recieved email saying yes, and I had it wi th in a week. Very professional and quick, no custom to it but the stock options. I am looking to go lighter as I get older but have had problems with 3/4 underquilt before but decided to try this in comparison to a synthetic underquilt. I absolutely love this quilt, the warmth was immediate and adjustment was really the easiest yet,perhaps due to its shape. For the weight this can't be beat, and the craftsmanship is top notch. Thanks Adam and Jenny and all at Hammock Gear
by mountainhanger – 31st Oct 2014
I ordered this phoenix 20 after writing hammock gear and asking if it can be delivered in two weeks for a trip. Next say I recieved email saying yes, and I had it wi th in a week. Very professional and quick, no custom to it but the stock options. I am looking to go lighter as I get older but have had problems with 3/4 underquilt before but decided to try this in comparison to a synthetic underquilt. I absolutely love this quilt, the warmth was immediate and adjustment was really the easiest yet,perhaps due to its shape. For the weight this can't be beat, and the craftsmanship is top notch. Thanks Adam and Jenny and all at Hammock Gear
by Jeff (Bobwhite) – 28th Oct 2014
I bought this UQ from Adam and Jenny at Trail Days in Damascus, VA. I was immediately amazed at the warmth it generated when I sat in my hammock. This was my first down quilt, and it almost felt like I was sitting on an electric blanket within 30 seconds. This quilt has completely changed how I sleep in my hammock. There is no comparison to the comfort level from when I used a pad to the UQ. I have since bought a Burrow TQ from them and am in heaven when i get in my hammock.
I initially had some problems with the suspension, because the Lin-Locs didn't lock. Then I realized they were installed backwards. It was easy to re-thread them properly and now they work great. It is a well designed suspension that allows a lot of adjustment.
by Ryan Rose ( Lazyhanger) – 14th Oct 2014
I used this particular UQ in a 40 degree downpour and it kept me warm and cozy all night. The quality of materials and workmanship is second to none. Highly recommend it.
by The Wood Guy (MrWoodGear) HammockForums – 14th Oct 2014
Amazing!! The quality of this UQ is top notch! I have only used it a couple of times and WOW I have never been so comfortable and warm in my Hennessy Hammock. That being said this review is about the generosity of HammockGear. The donations made by Adam at MAHHA 2014 made the raffle!! Not only did he donate a ton of gear, he was there too to answer any questions or just talk. Thanks HammockGear for the generosity and the quality of your products! I'm definitely making a purchase soon! I still can't believe I won something and it's something I've really wanted.
by Chris P – 7th Oct 2014
As awesome as this quilt is (and it is awesome...you can read all of the other reviews about that), I wanted to leave a review of the service Adam and Jenny provided me. I recently discovered a small hold in my Phoenix from one of my trips. Dismayed at my carelessness, I emailed Jenny and asked what they could do. Lickity-split, they offered to patch it free of charge and for me to ship it out to them. If that wasn't enough, my quilt arrived back at my house not 5 or so days after I sent it. Now i have a barely visible little patch in my quilt and I couldn't be happier.
They didn't have to help me and they did. What else do you want to know? This might be the first thing I've ever reviewed online. I can't wait until I have an excuse to review something else on this site. Bravo, guys.
by PJ Davies – 18th Sep 2014
Got this on a last minute decision for a trip up to Northern Michigan. Lows were in the low 40's at night and I wanted to make sure I was prepared sleeping in a hammock. All of the other gents that came with me brought tents and wanted to poke fun at the guy in the hammock. Come the next morning, I was happy to report that I was warm as could be with the help of this UQ while they were complaining about being cold and moist. Great piece of equipment and certainly made all the difference. Thanks!
by matthew – 24th Aug 2014
After reading about every UQ for many months and watching every video I could find I finally settled on a 20° Phoenix with an extra ounce of down with a black Argon 90 exterior and grey Argon 67 interior. It's a very handsome combination, the grey has almost a little bit of brown in it.
After seeing all of the products and hacks people use to get their UQ to hang properly I was expecting this to be hard. I turned out to be so easy. I basically clipped it onto the suspension of my zip Hennessy and tightened the ends a little and it fits like it was made for it. I can't believe how easy it was... I'm super happy with this purchase.
by santo rodriguez – 30th Jun 2014
This is a really great quilt you guys are the best.
Sorry I'm not really good with words.
by RobFishMan – 25th Jun 2014
I initially wasn't sure if I should order a 20 degree product for multi-season use, particularly for summer, but after talking to Adam he assured me that the Phoenix 20 would be fine in all conditions and boy was he right! I've used this quilt 3 times already this summer in temps ranging from 40 - 60 and haven't been uncomfortable in the slightest. It fits my hammock perfectly, absolutely NO CBS, and no over-heating either. I couldn't be happier with this product, the workmanship, or the customer service. Can't wait to save up enough for a top quilt to complete my set up! Thanks HammockGear!
by David "Jolly" Hannan – 23rd Jun 2014
I've owned some UQs over the years, and this one from Hammock Gear is my favorite for the following reasons:
* temp rating is spot on and, in fact, a tad on the warmer side than most
* easy to set up and comes with all biners ready for hanging
* perfect workmanship
* ships MIGHTY fast
* customer service is top notch
* the finest quality down is used here; my UQ lofts in no time and packs down very well
* the fit is perfect - I love the slightly tapered foot end - less weight!
I own JRB, Wilderness Logics, and Warbonnet UQs: I will never buy another UQ from anywhere else other than Hammock Gear.
I also bought a full length 0'F UQ earlier in the year and it's of the same elite quality.
by David Thompson – 12th May 2014
I am now a solid HG convert and my basement is quickly filling up with their 850 goose down! So it is no surprise that I find my brand new 20 Phoenix to be outstanding workmanship! I had a JRB full length for a few years, and have taken it from everything from -5 through 75. It did fine, but it was heavy and didnt curve up around my shoulders well. I found on many nights that were not that cold, I was waking up and my buddies who were sporting the HG UQs were not. I surmised from looking at them that it was because HG seems to really get up around you and hug you in from all angles. And the addition of the tiny d-rings are an AWESOME feature that allow you to really snug yourself in. between that and the 3/4 length (which still covers everything but my lower calves) allowing for significant weight and pack size reduction, this thing is just awesome!! Can't wait to test how far I can push its temp ratings. Great job as always HG!
by Chris L – 5th May 2014
This is the first underquilt that I have owned and I'm more than impressed. As a new hammock camper I was glad to see that the Phoenix was extremely easy to set up the first time. Right out of the box the thing was ready to go...no messing around with adjusting cords or biners. Simply hung it on my hammock, tightened up the head and foot end and laid down into a cocoon of downey goodness. Quality and craftsmanship were awesome and shipping was relatively fast for a cottage manufacturer. Loved it sooo much that I ordered a Phoenix 40
by Christi – 26th Mar 2014
I was a little hesitant about how warm the Phoenix would be since I tend to be cooler than normal. (Typically female) I brought a matress pad just in case. After some adjustement, I got the quilt wrapped the hammock, eliminating any empty spaces and slept nice and toasty in my down sleeping bag, base layers and the Phoenix wrapped around me. I didn't want to get up the next morning because there was a layer of frost and I was so warm inside of my hammock.
by Greg Wheat gunner76 – 10th Mar 2014
Got this for the wife to use. As short as she is its a full length UQ for her. The only problem is when we hang together she is using the Phonenix and I have to make do with something else.. Maybe she will get me one for my b'day
by Stef – 6th Mar 2014
I haven't had a chance to use this yet as I haven't departed for my hike, but upon receiving it in the mail, I inspected it and found it to be of really high quality. No cheap stitching. Very light and compact and felt warm and durable.
by fishwater – 30th Jan 2014
I am impressed by the workmanship that created this quilt. The argon materials are very soft. The stiching is perfect. I had to lengthen the suspension slightly for it to fit on my 11' hammock. Otherwise, it would good to go from the start.
I have used this quilt into the teens and felt warm. I went with a 1 ounce overstuff and even still my scale says it weighs 16 oz. I am 6' tall and the quilt extends from my shoulders to mid calf. I use a 20'' by 20'' closed cell foam pad for my feet. I chose the green color with black inner. The green has a nice deep color that carries a nice shimmer. The quilt is also a nice width that allows you to raise a knee in the figure 4 position and still have it covered by the quilt.
Overall , I would highly recommend this quilt.
by Travis Shirley – 12th Dec 2013
I have purchased two 20 degree Phoenix UQ from Hammock Gear. The workmanship and the quality of the UQ are exceptional. My son uses his on a WBBB and I use mine on a WBBB XLC. They perform great and I couldn't be happier. I have used mine in the spring, summer and fall. It has performed as expected. I also own a 20 degree Burrow. Adam was great with all the questions I had about the taper and width of it. It fits splendidly! The customer service is the best!! You cannot go wrong ordering any of Hammock Gear's products.
by George – 5th Dec 2013
After a huge amount of research, I finally decided to go with the HammockGear Phoenix underquilt and I couldn't be happier! It functions flawlessly, and is the best quality piece of gear that I now own. In addition to the quilt being perfect, I ordered it late on a Tuesday night and received it on that Friday! Thank you guys so much!!!
by Chris " lil Mann" – 6th Nov 2013
Adam custom made me a Phincubator 20 degree under quilt which upon arrival was lighter than i expected and the right length for a 5,6 guy, a plus. The weather hasnt got down too low in VA yet but at 40 i can chill and nap comfortable. I toss and turn also and it seems to hold up. More test to come :) thanks
by Unknown – 26th Jul 2013
I have only used it once and it was only in 58 as the low but boy I was warm, I only used a small shoulder sheet that I made and later during the night a light fleece blanket. It was pretty easy to figure out how to adjust. I will do another review when I have used it in the cold more.
by Unknown – 12th Jul 2013
Great craftsmanship! Suspension options are great. Overall solid product. Can't wait to buy another.
by Eric Rose ( ToHa on HF ) – 16th Jun 2013
AMAZING! I am most impressed with this under quilt. I asked my fiancee for this UQ for Father's Day. I received it within 45 minutes of leaving for a car camping trip with my step-daughter. I couldn't be more pleased. The quality of fabric and stitching is second to none. It was a reasonably mild night in Virginia, but this UQ kept me warm and actually made me want to stay in my hammock all morning. Thank you everyone at Hammock Gear for making this a most memorable Fathers Day!
by Jimmytheshirt on Hammock Forums – 18th Apr 2013
The uq is awesome. Great workmanship and just as I ordered. The suspension system is robust without being heavy. Well done. The main complaint was that I asked for it to be shipped to my work so my wife wouldn't see it as it was a gift for her. Hammockgear sent it to my house even though it was clearly NOT the shipping address. Guess who was home when it was delivered. That's right, my wife. Surprise ruined!
Anyway, I brought it to the attention of hammock gear and got an email saying they were confused because the shipping and billing addresses are near each other on the invoice. They also apologized. Great. That's helpful. I am likely to avoid hammock gear in the future due to what I consider to be customer service shortcomings, not product quality issues. I expected a little bit more from a company in the Buckeye state. Thats my opinion. YMMV.
by Tim (Chappy23 on Hammock Forums) – 21st Mar 2013
I recieved my 20* Phoenix UQ for Christmas. I have a Hennessy Ultralight Hammock and was looking for a UQ to use with it. After researching many UQ I chose this one. I could not be more pleased. The craftsmanship is an A+++. The weights came just as listed. I have slept out 3 times so far and it has work excellent. I been down to the mid 30's with not cold spots air gaps or any other issues. If someone was looking for a UQ to work on there Hennessy this is the one. I am 5" 10" weight 170 and it fits me prefect. This is my first UQ and I cannot say enought good things about it.. If all the rest of the products here are this well made and work this well. I will be buying more in the future. Thanks Adam for such a great product.
by Tyler – 18th Mar 2013
The quilt is amazing. Ease of setup, craftsmanship, and materials all stellar.
No way to adequately convey quality here.
by Jerry Schleining – 2nd Feb 2013
The materials are beautiful, the craftsmanship is second to none and the comfort is beyond belief. I love my Pheonix under quilt.
I could not believe the absolute comfort and warmth the first night I spent in it. Super easy to get on my Blackbird and immediate warmth.
I spend a lot of time on the PCT here in Oregon, the weight savings in my pack, the warmth at night, and the comfort that comes with having this underquilt attached to my hammock is superb.
I highly recommend this.
Oh and the customer service.. simply the best!!
6 Stars
by Steven Jarvis – 30th Dec 2012
I've ordered two Phoenix 20 degree 3/4 underquilts this year, one for me and one for my son. Both are impeccably made with excellent construction, materials, and stitching. The multiple suspension points allow us to dial in the perfect fit. The draft collar is great at helping seal the quilt to the bottom of our hammocks. Keeps us nice and warm down into the 20s (we've yet to get down 20 degrees while hanging).
I'd recommend a Hammock Gear Phoenix underquilt without hesitation.
by Mike "Black Foot" Bevil – 30th Nov 2012
Got our new 20* Phoenix underquilts just in time for a post Thanksgiving hang with my son. The temprature dropped to 28* that first night but we were warm and toasty. This is a well-crafted piece of outdoor gear that is a joy to own. Highly recommended.
by Byron Looms – 26th Nov 2012
Quilt is extremely nice and quite cozy. Plenty warm and I feel like temps are accurate. Pleasure to deal with Adam.
by Brian (bl223 on Hammockforums) – 23rd Nov 2012
I have been trying out my 20deg Pheonix (with one ounce overfill) here and there. The other night I was sleeping out and checked the temp and it was 24 out. I had on shorts, a short-sleeved T-shirt and wool socks. That's it and I was warm and slept great. I am so pleased with I can't even describe it. I am hoping and prayin for some extra cash to buy a top quilt. Thanks very much.
by MrGreen – 23rd Nov 2012
I have slept in my Phoenix all over this country and all I can say is down heaven. From 17deg on top of Mica Mt to 60+ deg nights in the Linville Gorge. From frozen nights on the Superior Hiking Trail to the warm nights of the New Mexico desert. From the curve ball weather of the Wonderland Trail to the soup of a spring night in Demascus, VA this is my UQ of choice. Do yourself a favor and add this piece to your hanging system. You will not be sorry !


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Sorel Men's Conquest Waterproof Thinsulate Winter Boot, 400g
Product Info Item# 8939
Sorel® Men's Conquest Waterproof Thinsulate™ Winter Boot has a built-in gaiter with a barrel-lock at the top of the to seal out snow. The seams in the boot are all sealed, and the leather is treated, so there's full waterproof protection. Packed with 400 grams of low-bulk Thinsulate™ synthetic insulation - it traps the heat without adding bulk.
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The brand's flagship Caribou™ boot - with its natural waterproof rubber shell, Nubuck leather upper, and removable felt liner - remains a favorite of outdoor enthusiasts across the globe. While the Caribou is still one of the company's most popular styles today, Sorel's popularity has soared due to their many versatile styles for men, women, and children.
Sorel believes that when your feet are taken care of, you can be more spontaneous. They believe your boots should last as long as the experiences you have in them. And they believe in being effortlessly outdoors - no matter what the elements.


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Verizon Wireless is the second carrier to bring make BlackBerry Z10 available in the US, and has announced the BlackBerry 10-packed handset will be available 28 March.
Pre-orders on Verizon will begin on 14 March at 8AM EST. Pricing is as expected: $199 (£134) on two-year contract. The handset will be available online and in retail stores 28 March in black or white, with white being a Verizon exclusive stateside.
Competitor AT&T also announced availability for the black Z10 this week, making it available to customers on 22 March for $199. With Verizon and AT&T's announcements in place, we now wait for T-Mobile, which is rumoured for a 28 March launch date as well.
READ: BlackBerry Z10 review
According to BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins in February, BlackBerry Z10 sales have been better than expected. "In the UK, we have seen close to three times our best performance ever for the first week of sales for a BlackBerry smartphone," he said. The US is the company's next important focus for sales.
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Visualisation of Aberdour Castle Gardens
ClientHistoric Scotland
Historic Scotland contracted krayamotion to do the Computer Generated (CG) Visualisation of the terraced gardens of Scotland's oldest ruins, the Aberdour Castle. The brief from Historic Scotland was to create visualisations for the three layered terraces as well as accurately recreating the ruins and castle. The designs were created by Landscape Architects, Peter McGowan Associates and krayamotion were tasked with bringing these to life. The CG visualisations were to be used for funding purposes and to be shown in the visitor attraction to generate interest.
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With organic detail paramount in this project we created a meticulously modelled and textured variety of greenery. The team created an accurate account of how the gardens would look on completion in order to help interested parties visualise the gardens clearly.
The result was film that showed the garden in all its glory. This was shown on large screens in The Aberdour Castle so that visitors could see how the gardens would look on completion.