Ursus: Sleeping

Bedroll


My bedroll is a handmade oilskin that is essentially a small tick. Basically its a large pillowcase like shape that can be stuffed with foliage to make a mattress or serve as a kind of waterproofed sleeping bag should the need arise. The material is thin linen heavily treated with a 50/50 mix of linseed oil and paint thinner. My blanket is a simple medium weight green wool blanket. That and my cloak make up my sleeping blankets. My bedroll attaches directly to my quiver via leather straps sewn to the quiver. I've found through much trial and error that this is the most comfortable way to carry a quiver and bedroll combined, as well as a sword and other kit.