Having already had the privilege of putting the Hest Foamy mattress and pillow to the test, I eagerly seized the opportunity to evaluate Hest’s down comforter and coordinating top sheet.
In the mountains of Northern New Mexico, as the fall leaves were meeting the first snow dustings of the season, I found a cozy spot along Hondo Rio, whose waters tumble from 13,100-foot Wheeler Peak. Despite my initial concern that the cool mountain air might surpass the 40°F rating provided by the comforter, I was pleasantly surprised to find that, coupled with the sheet, the set rose to the challenge and kept me comfortably cozy throughout the night. Suffice it to say, I’ve been “field testing” this comforter and sheet set with every opportunity since. They are versatile enough for serious backcountry camping in colder weather, day trips, and weekend getaways.
A quick look at Hest’s reviews and one can easily see the results of the engineering Hest creators put into their products. The comforter offers premium hydrophobic duck down insulation (responsible down standard certified) and soft, machine washable fabric that Hest describes as “premium quiet fabric” in that it’s quiet when touched or moved yet textured enough to stay in place.
The top sheet is made of soft polyester and is machine-washable and also non-slip, so it remains with the comforter as sleepers toss and turn. The corner pocket and toggle system keep everything in place; simply lay out the fitted sheet with corners up, then place the comforter over, tucking the corners into the sheet’s corner pockets. The provided toggles are easy to use, as is the bottom cinch, which creates a foot box to keep out drafts. Secure it tight, or leave it loose. It’s all up to the dreamer. When finished with the sheet, it acts as its own pocket; tuck it into itself for easy stowing.
Unlike a sleeping bag with restricted space (I have yet to find one that accommodates my nighttime movement), this Hest system allows the sleeper to move a hand or foot outside the bedding if temperatures become too hot.
This is a system meant for easy loading and unloading, with the top sheet neatly fitting against the comforter in the provided tote. I used an extra provided pocket to tuck my pillowcase in, and once the comforter and sheet were packed, I still had enough room to pack my Hest pillow. The system is so lightweight (just over a pound for the single comforter), durable, and luxuriously soft that it’s become a mainstay of my camping life. Even the gentle blue color is sleep-inducing.
While browsing Hest’s website, check out their bundles of bedding and mattresses specifically made for truck beds, campervans, and rooftops. With a 100-night money-back guarantee, you won’t lose sleep over trying the Hest sleep system out for yourself.
Single Down Comforter $299 | Double Down Comforter $399
Single Top Sheet $89 | Double Top Sheet $109
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