If you count every gram but are still too claustrophobic to sleep with material hanging on your face, the Black Diamond Spotlight Bivy is the answer to your shelter needs. A single DAC featherlite aluminum pole slides in to provide you with plenty of headroom. The Spotlight's large zippered entry point makes it easy to slide in and out of. Breathing wont be a problem thanks to the ventilation of a mesh awning in combination with the performance of Black Diamond's highly breathable and waterproof NanoShield fabric.
When 'making camp' involves rolling out your sleeping bag and promptly passing out after an exhausting day on the trail, add some weather and insect protection with the Outdoor Research Highland Bivy. This lightweight sack features waterproof breathable Pertex shell fabric as well as a mesh panel opening for full ventilation.
On your solo trek across the Sierras, or just a night out alone in the pines, the Marmot Home Alone Bivy is all you need for a dry night's sleep. Its light weight (less than 2 pounds) shouldn't categorize this bivy as bare bones. The MemBrain Strata fabric means when the rain comes with muggy, lowland heat, you'll stay dry regardless how soggy your socks are.
Climbers, mountaineers, and high-alpine trekkers looking for durable, lightweight overnight gear will rejoice when they get their hands on the Integral Designs South Col Bivy. Built with waterproof breathable eVent upper, this ultra-breathable, 22-ounce bivy is a great option for emergency shelter or a planned big-wall overnight.
When you're camping by the river and the bloodthirsty mosquitoes are biting, slip into Integral Designs' 1 Person BugaBivy Shelter for bug-free dreams. The gray netting protects you from the no-see-ums, and Integral Designs' lightweight nylon floor keeps you dry. Set up the single pre-curved hoop pole with easy ties on either side and get plenty of head and shoulder space for comfortable sleeping. The BugaBivy Shelter's bottom sleeve holds your 20-inch wide sleeping pad in place so you aren't slip sliding away all night long.
Over the years, the Black Diamond Big Wall Hooped Bivy has become a favorite for alpine and big wall climbers throughout the world. This minimalist shelter is designed for harsh environments and technical climbs. The wire reinforcement in the hood cuts down on claustrophobia, while the Todd-Tex fabric keeps you dry. Climbers love the Big Wall Hooped Bivy for its full-strength tie-in point, which allows you to stay clipped in and sealed off at the same time.
MSR increased the breathability of the 9-ounce E-Bivy so you can slumber soundly with minimal condensation inside this compact and ultralight shelter. A silnylon top fends off precipitation, while the DuraShield-coated bottom protects your sleeping bag from dew and frost. Those who fret over pack space can rest easy; the E-Bivy packs down to about the size of a soda can, but unpacks to a length fit for a wide range of high-loft sleeping bags. It's simple and effective, and it represents less of a burden than even your water bottle.
The lightweight Adventure Medical Thermal Bivvy reflects 80% of your body heat right back at you, so you can stay warm whether you're backpacking in summer weather or 'enjoying' an unexpected night or two in the woods. The non-woven material is stronger and more durable than typical Mylar survival blankets, so you can use it more than once.
It's simple, really; when you're going ultralight, it's time to go with The North Face Simple Bivy. The Simple is built with DryWall waterproof breathable fabric so you'll stay dry and comfortable when the conditions turn nasty. A larger head area offers enough space to store your minimalist pack out of the rain, and the open mesh panel is ideal for when you're trying to catch some Z's in a warm, buggy climate.
Waking up to find your bivy sack in a puddle can bring your body and mind to the breaking point. That's why The North Face developed the three-season Asylum Bivy with highly water-resistant and breathable DryWall fabric. New for 2011, this lightweight, single-wall fabric prevents spring showers from getting in thanks to its fully taped seams and PU-coated floor. In addition to repelling the elements, DryWall fabic is also exceptionally breathable to prevent unwanted condensation during summer nights.
The Black Diamond Bipod Bivy is supremely functional, plenty comfortable, and totally ready to help you take on your next solo trek. An aluminum pole arches over the head and shoulder area to provide a roomy space so you won't feel claustrophobic. A large zippered entry on the Bipod Bivy provides easy access and great ventilation, and it rolls back to reveal a generously sized, no-see-um net panel. ToddTex waterproof breathable fabric provides protection from rain and snow while allowing the breathability necessary for a comfortable, moisture-free night.
If you count every gram but are still too claustrophobic to sleep with material hanging on your face, the Black Diamond Spotlight Bivy is the answer to your shelter needs. A single DAC featherlite aluminum pole slides in to provide you with plenty of headroom. The Spotlight's large zippered entry point makes it easy to slide in and out of. Breathing wont be a problem thanks to the ventilation of a mesh awning in combination with the performance of Black Diamond's highly breathable and waterproof NanoShield fabric.
With fully taped seams and waterproof breathable Conduit SL shell fabric, the Mountain Hardwear Conduit SL Bivy keeps you dry when sleeping out in inclement weather. This bivy sack also zips onto sleeping bags with compatible 70-inch zippers and features a draw cord hood to cinch down when the storm cranks up.
Slip into Integral Designs' waterproof Bugaboo Bivy Bag during those high-mountain rainstorms. Since no one wants to feel stuffy inside their bivy sack, the three layer eVent fabric keeps the rain out while remaining highly breathable. This means moisture vents directly to the outside of the Bugaboo Bag instead of turning into clammy wetness. Once you're inside the Bugaboo Bivy Bag, stiffen the wire hood to keep fabric off your face, and use the fixed mesh netting for bug-free air circulation. Weighing in at just 23oz, the Integral Designs' Bag packs lightly for your camping and climbing expeditions.
If you're setting out on a solo backpacking trip or just want some extra insurance in case you're caught in a sudden squall, pack the lightweight Mountain Hardwear Ethereal Bivy.
Wander off into the great unknown with the Marmot Mesh Bivy, and camp anywhere you please without worrying about mosquitoes sucking you dry. A pole provides head room so you don't have fabric in your face all night.
Take a break from the storm in the Outdoor Research Advanced Bivy, a lightweight option for solo backpackers and peak baggers. The innovative two-pole design creates an adjustable awning. This adjustability allows you to modify the angle of the overhead roof, and thus the size of the zipper opening, to match your environmental conditions. Rain or snow runs down the roof off this waterproof, windproof bivy's wide storm flap and onto the ground. When wind kicks up, reduce the zipper opening to prevent moisture from blowing in. When skies are clear, open to stargazing mode with the removable no-see-um netting in place to keep bugs out. Extra room under the awning creates a great place to store your boots. Straps secure your sleeping pad to the bivy interior so you don't have to deal with your pad sliding around. A small internal mesh pocket stores objects like headlamp or lip balm. This Outdoor Research bivy also has six guy-line loops so you can tie it down in extreme wind.
The super light Black Diamond Hooped Bivy Sack is designed for climbers, bicyclists, and ultralight fanatics. The sewn-in flexible wire hoop keeps the top fabric vaulted above your face so that there are no poles to set up and no parts to lose. Todd-Tex waterproof breathable fabric provides protection from rain and snow while allowing the breathability necessary for a comfortable, moisture-free night. At just 26 ounces, this durable, storm-proof shelter also serves as an ideal insurance policy for an unplanned bivouac.
When you're camping by the river and the bloodthirsty mosquitoes are biting, slip into Integral Designs' 1 Person BugaBivy Shelter for bug-free dreams. The gray netting protects you from the no-see-ums, and Integral Designs' lightweight nylon floor keeps you dry. Set up the single pre-curved hoop pole with easy ties on either side and get plenty of head and shoulder space for comfortable sleeping. The BugaBivy Shelter's bottom sleeve holds your 20-inch wide sleeping pad in place so you aren't slip sliding away all night long.
Climbers, mountaineers, and high-alpine trekkers looking for durable, lightweight overnight gear will rejoice when they get their hands on the Integral Designs South Col Bivy. Built with waterproof breathable eVent upper, this ultra-breathable, 22-ounce bivy is a great option for emergency shelter or a planned big-wall overnight.
If you're setting out on a solo backpacking trip or just want some extra insurance in case you're caught in a sudden squall, pack the lightweight Mountain Hardwear Ethereal Bivy.
Slip into Integral Designs' waterproof Bugaboo Bivy Bag during those high-mountain rainstorms. Since no one wants to feel stuffy inside their bivy sack, the three layer eVent fabric keeps the rain out while remaining highly breathable. This means moisture vents directly to the outside of the Bugaboo Bag instead of turning into clammy wetness. Once you're inside the Bugaboo Bivy Bag, stiffen the wire hood to keep fabric off your face, and use the fixed mesh netting for bug-free air circulation. Weighing in at just 23oz, the Integral Designs' Bag packs lightly for your camping and climbing expeditions.
The Integral Designs Unishelter eVENT Bivy Bag's ultra-breathable fabric keeps you more comfortable at night, and the large hooped head pole eliminates claustrophobic feelings. Even though the Unishelter eVENT Bivy Bag weighs under two pounds, it's not just some featureless sack. Integral Designs added a long waterproof side zipper to aid access, and the bug net lets you sleep under the stars without being eaten alive by mosquitoes.
