siddongre
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Post by siddongre on Sept 23, 2013 10:23:49 GMT
I'm in the market for a bivi bag. I use an ME Snowline bag and despite it's water resistance, I'm a little paranoid about getting it wet through. What bivi would you guys recommend for the U.K. in general?
Sid.
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Post by Stu (Admin) on Sept 23, 2013 10:30:52 GMT
Hi Sid,
It depends on what your budget is I guess.
I use a Rab Ascent Bivi.
eVent fabric on top reducing moisture build up inside.
Bug net built in to stop those bisties biting.
Storm proof zip/velcro closure so can be completly sealed up in extreme weather.
Very spacious.
Weights 600g which is quite a lot compared to some bivis but its size and fabric are great so I'm happy with that.
I got mine new for £80 online.
Stu
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Post by siddongre on Sept 23, 2013 11:24:10 GMT
Thanks for your reply Stu, it sounds like a good option, however, it has a good 10cm less width than my bag. How does it feel in terms of perceived room?
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Post by Stu (Admin) on Sept 23, 2013 11:46:21 GMT
It has side wall too so none of the width is used to create height if that makes sense. It's spacious enough to easily get changed inside it if that helps. Doesn't feel claustrophobic.
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Post by siddongre on Sept 23, 2013 18:52:41 GMT
Thanks Stu, though not sure I'm keen on the top end opening. After having a look at a few, perhaps a hooped bivi is more my thing.
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Post by tricky on Sept 23, 2013 21:24:36 GMT
Alpkit Hunka www.alpkit.com/hunka. Simple, effective, light and cheap. I use the standard sized bag, but will probably go for the XL next time to provide more room to change inside if the weather is dreadful. In my current bag, I can just about change my socks, but it's a struggle |
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Post by siddongre on Sept 24, 2013 8:09:39 GMT
Yeah, I'm a fan of Alpkit's stuff, though not sure about the open facehole in this instance!
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Post by Stu (Admin) on Sept 24, 2013 9:51:13 GMT
My friend also said he would get the larger Alpkit Hunka if he bought again.
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Post by jc on Sept 25, 2013 4:25:49 GMT
 I use an ex-Army gortex bag. They are usually very pricey but I found this one online for £20 as it had a small tear that had been completely repaired. It does have a little more bulk than the lightweight bivis but has plenty of room to move around inside it still and packs down to a good size with a bit of practice.. |
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Post by siddongre on Sept 25, 2013 7:54:56 GMT
Hadn't thought about an Army Gore-Tex bag. Will have a look.
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Post by jc on Sept 25, 2013 22:32:23 GMT
Hadn't thought about an Army Gore-Tex bag. Will have a look. Mine came from Denbigh Army surplus store.. they're a great place for cheap outdoor gear. |
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Post by totemblaze on Sept 26, 2013 12:18:59 GMT
 I have two. An Outdoor Research Bug Bivy ( www.outdoorresearch.com/en/accessories/bivy-sacks/bug-bivy-2.html )which I have used extensively throughout our bug infested summers and an inexpensive Mountain Warehouse Bivy ( www.mountainwarehouse.com/search.aspx?k=bivy ) which I have just purchased and have not had a chance to use. If I'm sure that the night will not bring any rain the bug bivy gives me an unobstructed view of the night sky. Also on those hot humid nights I can fall asleep with my sleeping bag open knowing I won't be donating my blood to the mosquitoes. |
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Post by siddongre on Sept 26, 2013 13:02:32 GMT
Realistically, a waterproof version of the bug bivy is probably what is going to make me part with my hard-earned cash. It seems like a good all-in-one solo solution, so perhaps slightly more money now, means less over time.
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Post by totemblaze on Oct 3, 2013 11:58:41 GMT
I have two. An Outdoor Research Bug Bivy ( www.outdoorresearch.com/en/accessories/bivy-sacks/bug-bivy-2.html )which I have used extensively throughout our bug infested summers and an inexpensive Mountain Warehouse Bivy ( www.mountainwarehouse.com/search.aspx?k=bivy ) which I have just purchased and have not had a chance to use. If I'm sure that the night will not bring any rain the bug bivy gives me an unobstructed view of the night sky. Also on those hot humid nights I can fall asleep with my sleeping bag open knowing I won't be donating my blood to the mosquitoes. Well I finally had a chance to use my Mountain Warehouse bivy bag on a midweek overnight. Clear skies and the temps got down to around 6c last night. Stayed warm and dry in my bag but there was some condensation on the inside of the bivy in the morning (to be expected). The outside was covered in dew. Far dryer on the inside than the outside so I would say its first nights use was a success. For a really inexpensive bag I think it was worth it.  |
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