Comparing Bivy Sacks
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Price | $167.00 at Amazon Compare at 3 sellers | Check Price at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $170 List $109.95 at Amazon | $168.97 at Backcountry Compare at 2 sellers | $250 List |
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Pros | Lightweight, weatherproof, roomy, ease of use, bug screen | Excellent weather resistance, side zip for easy entry, roomy hood | Lightweight, versatile, stows easily, price is right | Extremely lightweight, packable | Comfortable, breathable and supple fabric, good weather-resistance |
Cons | Stuff sack too large | A bit tight above the feet, probably not big enough if you're over six feet tall | Leaky zippers | Expensive, no zipper | Heavy, zipper catches, hood wire is finicky |
Bottom Line | This very well may be the new standard in what we expect from a top-notch bivy sack | Amazing weather resistance and overall comfort for a relatively lightweight and packable bivy sack | This model boasts an enticing weight, comfort, and versatility ratio | An effective and lightweight bivy that far outperforms other emergency or minimalist shelters | Breathable and resistant to weather, but heavier than its competitors with similar features |
Rating Categories | Outdoor Research He... | Outdoor Research Al... | Sierra Designs Back... | MSR Pro Bivy | Black Diamond Spotl... |
Weather Resistance (25%) | |||||
Weight (25%) | |||||
Comfort (20%) | |||||
Ventilation (15%) | |||||
Packed Size (15%) | |||||
Specs | Outdoor Research He... | Outdoor Research Al... | Sierra Designs Back... | MSR Pro Bivy | Black Diamond Spotl... |
Measured Weight | 17.1 oz | 19.9 oz | 13.6 oz | 8.9 oz | 26.0 oz |
Packed Size | 4" x 12.5" | 3.5" x 12.25" | 3" x 9.5" | 8" x 3.5" | 4" x 7.5" |
Waterproof | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes, NanoShield |
Open Length | 82" | 83" | 80" | 88" | 92" |
Shoulder Width | 26" | 28" | 36" | 36" | 30" |
Material (Top/Bottom) | Top: Pertex Shield+ 2.5L 100% 30D Nylon Ripstop Bottom: 100% 40D Nylon w/ TPU lamination |
AscentShell x Pertex Shield Air Diamond Fuse 3L 100% Nylon Upper. 100% Nylon 40D with TPU lamination floor |
Top: 20D Nylon Ripstop Bottom: 30D Nylon Ripstop |
20D Nylon Ripstop 2-ply, breathable 1000mm | NanoShield, Silicone Nanocell coating |
Bug Mesh | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Sleeping Bag or Pad Attachments | Yes | No | No | No | No |
Poles | Yes, one overhead shockcorded Delrin pole | Yes | No | No | Yes, DAC Featherlite pole |
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