Snugpak 92860 Stratosphere One Person Bivvi Shelter
The Snugpak Stratosphere is a waterproof, One person Bivvi Shelter that includes lightweight aluminum poles to create a self supporting canopy around the head and shoulders which allows increased breathability and movement while giving protection from the elements. Great for lightweight backpacking and survival situations. Fully Zipped with Roll Away Mosquito Net in front of the hood and meshed ventilation section at the back. MUCH SMALLER then a standard tent but with all the features, supplied with seven ultralight alloy Y type stakes/pegs and packs into its own compression sack. Specifications PACK WEIGHT 39 OZ (Including Poles, Pegs and Compression Sack) PACKSIZE 12″L x 5″D inches.
Product Features
- Lightweight poles create canopy support around head and shoulders
- Increased breathability and protection
- Roll away mosquito net
- Ultra compact 1 person shelter
- Zip; Full Length side Zip
- Stands up to severe weather
- Poles; Aluminum with Screw Lock Tips
- All seams are taped sealed
The Ultimate Bivvi. I purchased this item because I wanted an ultralight sleep system to protect me from the rain and harsh conditions of the Florida swaps. First, I considered buying a bivvi cover like the one I was issued in Ft. Benning. But when I saw the design of the Stratosphere I realized what I was missing out on. I decided to give the Snugpak Stratosphere a try due to the great reviews and the light weight and the use of poles that create more space (and breathing room) than the GORETEX bivvi bags. Think…
Best in class This is a pretty darned good bivvy shelter. It is well engineered, roomy enough, and lightweight as heck.Without the stakes, it takes about a minute to set up. The two poles are well designed and snap right into place. The result is about 2′ of interior headroom. There are vents facing both front and rear in the head area. The vent at the head of the bivvy has a fly cover that stakes down to keep one dry in the rain. Alternatively, it can be rolled up to give a night time view…