I know I've come along belatedly for viewers, but I find a bit of judicious cutting/whittling of a couple of sticks that can be rammed into the ground outside of a bivvy will take your boots if you tip them upside down right beside you. They stay dry from rain and dew, and don't tend to acquire nosey bugs. It also keeps the crap out of the bivvy
You can buy a hooped bivi in auscam from the kitbag in western australia they make it it is a three layer fabric and they sell the poles separately. They give a explanation of the fabric and its properties . It is over 2 metres in length. The owners are x military . Hopes this helps
I've used one for about 12 months now for wild camping when I'm long distance walking, they are a real cracking bit of kit 8 ft long x 3 ft wide & 18" high I carry a 75-10 ruck sack when I'm away & I can get that inside too in the area at the top above the head & still zip it up correctly. I used to have a Dutch Army single hooped bivi for a while but that was a bit too small for my requirements. Incidentally your not using the rope system correctly for the best effect & I also made a set of stronger & more flexible support poles from the the 6 mm flexible pole from a civvi self erecting tent. Got my bivi off ebay too. I've never had any problems with condensation of any kind with everything kep't snuff dry.
I just bought one of these, minus the poles, I am quite broad in the shoulders, so this is ideal, finding poles will probably be difficult, so I can see me making them, time will tell how waterproof it is.
the poles that came with mine where like 5mm fibreglass. More recently I came across some poly tunnel/cloche tubing that was both stiff enough and flexible enough to make a replacement for another bivvi I have (cheap too).
@@WildCampingandmore no worries, I'll work something out and post, I can see me using it as it has space to put a pack, unlike many bivis, but likely mod it with some mossie net.
Liked the vid mate good review of item thinking about getting one my self for a while now still might get one Oh subbed ur channel aswell Atb for sharing aswell
All tents get moisture on the inside through condensation. Why would you expect any less from a bivy? Let alone from something that's basically a waterproof cocoon. I personally can't wait to get mine.
+John Saccucci Modern bivis are made from breathable materials which should allow moisture to pass through from inner to outer unlike some emergency survival bags. Gortex is the most well known but after plenty of use the waterproof/breathable properties can lose their effectiveness.
+Food 4 Adventure that might work for sweat based condensation that has the force of convection to try and move it through the fabric, but windchill condensation will be present even on cotton, which is highly breathable. Condensation in certain temps and environments is inevitable. Sadly, small shelters leave you so close to it that half of it will invariably be wiped onto your sleeping bag every time you move. I know this from personal experience, being 6'3 and 225lbs. Most small shelters feel even smaller when you are my size lol
+Cleatus Sparklepants yeah I'm 6'+ and that's probably my biggest worry about the bivy. The fit that is. I like my one man tent but I love the stealth aspects of the bivy.
I bought this for my Dutch Army Hooped Bivi (had to trim it down a bit) www.surplusandoutdoors.com/shop/camping-equipment/spares-accessories/bivi-bag-pole-new-replacement-1034214.html
Awesome m8! thanks for sharing, I've been extremely sad having NO luck finding poles. Tried poles from a kids dome tent, no luck, searched high and low on Ebay and other sites with no luck either. Thanks!
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Hi there great vid thanks for sharing. I have the twin hooped bivi but never used i do not have the poles for it, i tried to use camping poles etc but they snap. Can you offer any help on a solution or where i can possibly pick up replacement poles ? thanks in advance :)
+Kris Douglas I bought one of these for my Dutch army hooped bivi, just had to trim it down a couple of inches: www.surplusandoutdoors.com/bivi-bag-pole-new-replacement-1034214.html
+Food 4 Adventure thanks mate. Hmm so getting 2 of those isn't cheap so would need to get the twin hooped at great price to make it close to worthwhile. Ok my search continues for my bivi lol. Thanks bud
Kris Douglas there is a low cost diy version making use of garden tunnel hoops, if you can find them in singles.... www.gardening-naturally.com/acatalog/Economy_Garden_Hoops.html
good kit but the wriggle to get in is a pian in the arse, the dutch one is much easier to get into and simpler to set up, think i'll stick with the dutch one, good review as always, cheers dave
I've not seen genuine replacements but 2 possibles are: www.surplusandoutdoors.com/shop/camping-equipment/spares-accessories/bivi-bag-pole-new-replacement-1034214.html?pid=1034214&gclid=CjwKCAjwqIiFBhAHEiwANg9szmOAwtw9MZpG9YkvjtD4LKA44s6wvUoQTau1BZYE_2lMKhe9ZmiF6BoCPhYQAvD_BwE and something like this: www.amazon.co.uk/Verdemax-6282-Tunnel-Hoops-5-Piece/dp/B00KPTEAFW/ref=pd_bxgy_img_3/257-8168338-6343863?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00KPTEAFW&pd_rd_r=cc69d338-74a8-4768-a247-7f280356e3ec&pd_rd_w=Mkb0D&pd_rd_wg=JS6RY&pf_rd_p=e5130b5a-1765-4699-bcba-dfad57398256&pf_rd_r=SXDMRTRPPFM13R3K7YTT&psc=1&refRID=SXDMRTRPPFM13R3K7YTT
Not familiar with NATO numbers, it did have something printed on it and the original users name and number in marker pen but I sold it on so can't check
As far as I know they are only issued to a small number of UK units and only come up for sale on the likes of ebay if one of those soldiers is selling their kit off, not seen them for sale new unlike the Corinthia/Dutch army bivi where they sell a plain coloured version direct to the public.
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I don't think they ever went on sale to the public so you are limited to somebody ex-forces selling off their kit on the likes of ebay - that's where I got mine, then sold it on a few months later
How much did you get for it? I have one I want to sell but can not get any idea what they are going for. Can't even get picture off the net or on UK ebay. I bought it off a retired British Soldier. My camping days are over.
+Philip Buckley Apart from the base I believe it's all Goretex which should allow the bivi to 'breathe' but there are no vents apart from the main zip which doesn't have any insect mesh.
I no longer have it to test it in the rain. Most jackets etc. start to loose their waterproof properties after a few years of use so it would probably depend how much use it's had.
my frog togs lost its ability on the first run....so if it cant keep one dry...why purchase it...I purchased one, in the USA and in a light mist, in Mx it got the sleeping bag wet...and had a bivy that was extremely wet, inside for condensation...
+Philip Buckley keep your head outside the bivi to keep condensation to a minimal... You might try a small tarp to cover your face if it rains... I've been experimenting with one of those cheap tarps, about five by five by the looks of it.. I've just found what might be a winning solution, gather all three eyelets on one side and stick a peg through all three, do the same on the other side, keeping in mind you want ether side pegged out a few inches ether side of your bivi... Experiment with the peg positions for your preferred setup...one peg through two eyelets, another an inch or two forward of those... But keep em close.. when you've done it, it sort of acts like a giant hood you can get your head under... or if the weathers nice, lay your head on top... I realize you can just stick a tarp up above your bivi, but this way it looks a lot stealthier.. not to mention you can get away with a smaller tarp.. Oh, my tarp is a square one, with only eight eyelets, so my instructions only apply to a tarp like that, but am sure you can work round with different sizes or cut one down... add your own grommets..
I have one up for sale if anyone is interested. Bought it off a retired Army Brit years ago. It was his military issue bivy. Hoping to get it up on ebay in a day or two if I can get an idea what they go for. I can't find them for comparisons anywhere! I love mine but health makes my camping/hunting days over...
I know I've come along belatedly for viewers, but I find a bit of judicious cutting/whittling of a couple of sticks that can be rammed into the ground outside of a bivvy will take your boots if you tip them upside down right beside you. They stay dry from rain and dew, and don't tend to acquire nosey bugs. It also keeps the crap out of the bivvy
I'll take that on board :)
Still a lot of shine from a distance. !!!!!!
Without doubt the Best hopped Bobby available. Accept No Substitute.
You can buy a hooped bivi in auscam from the kitbag in western australia they make it it is a three layer fabric and they sell the poles separately. They give a explanation of the fabric and its properties . It is over 2 metres in length. The owners are x military . Hopes this helps
I found it here: www.kitbag.com.au/products/Bivvy-Bag-100%25-WPB-Multi-Cam-.html
In the image one can see sunlight reflecting off a plane surface of the bivvy. Suggest putting some ferns across top to avoid visual recognition.
yes, that would make a big difference and break up the outline :)
Or a camouflage net
Nice setup sorry to hear they are gone. Thanks.
HOOPED BIVVY ? Damn that predictive text 😂
I've used one for about 12 months now for wild camping when I'm long distance walking, they are a real cracking bit of kit 8 ft long x 3 ft wide & 18" high I carry a 75-10 ruck sack when I'm away & I can get that inside too in the area at the top above the head & still zip it up correctly.
I used to have a Dutch Army single hooped bivi for a while but that was a bit too small for my requirements.
Incidentally your not using the rope system correctly for the best effect & I also made a set of stronger & more flexible support poles from the the 6 mm flexible pole from a civvi self erecting tent.
Got my bivi off ebay too.
I've never had any problems with condensation of any kind with everything kep't snuff dry.
I have the Dutch Army bivi too, like you say not really enough room for a rucksack but easier to get in and out of, thanks for your comments, Lee
I think I would s**t myself in such a confined space. Great video, great review.
WELL CUZ ITS ONLY FRO SLEEPING, AND I LOVE IIIIIIT
Great stuff it blends in realmy well
The shelter is too shiny to hide in the woods. you would have to lay branches or leaves over it to have effective camo.
I just bought one of these, minus the poles, I am quite broad in the shoulders, so this is ideal, finding poles will probably be difficult, so I can see me making them, time will tell how waterproof it is.
the poles that came with mine where like 5mm fibreglass. More recently I came across some poly tunnel/cloche tubing that was both stiff enough and flexible enough to make a replacement for another bivvi I have (cheap too).
@@WildCampingandmore what are length of the poles? thanks
@@LOFIGSD sorry, I no longer have this type of bivvi
@@LOFIGSD If I remember right there is a loop in the centre at each end to use a ridge line
@@WildCampingandmore no worries, I'll work something out and post, I can see me using it as it has space to put a pack, unlike many bivis, but likely mod it with some mossie net.
That looks a nice bivvi mate. Great video :)
Liked the vid mate good review of item thinking about getting one my self for a while now still might get one
Oh subbed ur channel aswell Atb for sharing aswell
All tents get moisture on the inside through condensation. Why would you expect any less from a bivy? Let alone from something that's basically a waterproof cocoon. I personally can't wait to get mine.
I plan on using a bivy/tarp combo to combat the moisture and breathability.
+John Saccucci Modern bivis are made from breathable materials which should allow moisture to pass through from inner to outer unlike some emergency survival bags. Gortex is the most well known but after plenty of use the waterproof/breathable properties can lose their effectiveness.
+Food 4 Adventure that might work for sweat based condensation that has the force of convection to try and move it through the fabric, but windchill condensation will be present even on cotton, which is highly breathable. Condensation in certain temps and environments is inevitable. Sadly, small shelters leave you so close to it that half of it will invariably be wiped onto your sleeping bag every time you move. I know this from personal experience, being 6'3 and 225lbs. Most small shelters feel even smaller when you are my size lol
+Food 4 Adventure Thx for the info man.
+Cleatus Sparklepants yeah I'm 6'+ and that's probably my biggest worry about the bivy. The fit that is. I like my one man tent but I love the stealth aspects of the bivy.
Hi. Nice video bro)
Hi bud i know its a long time ago but can you remember if these poles came with the bivvy or did u make up your own ?
Poles came with it, very thin and light weight, made from a flexible fibreglass approx 5mm dia.
Great review! Now a question, I have a Polish Norka Double Hoop bivy, but NO poles. Any ideas on where I can purchase bendable/flexible poles?
I bought this for my Dutch Army Hooped Bivi (had to trim it down a bit) www.surplusandoutdoors.com/shop/camping-equipment/spares-accessories/bivi-bag-pole-new-replacement-1034214.html
Awesome m8! thanks for sharing, I've been extremely sad having NO luck finding poles. Tried poles from a kids dome tent, no luck, searched high and low on Ebay and other sites with no luck either. Thanks!
Morning mate, can't believe this was 8 years ago. Lol how time goes. Tc Andy
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@@WildCampingandmore morning mate, nice one 👍🦉🇬🇧
Nice bit of kit. Vg for a O.P. does it have a Mozzie screen built in.
Great video/review
Hi there great vid thanks for sharing. I have the twin hooped bivi but never used i do not have the poles for it, i tried to use camping poles etc but they snap. Can you offer any help on a solution or where i can possibly pick up replacement poles ? thanks in advance :)
+Kris Douglas I bought one of these for my Dutch army hooped bivi, just had to trim it down a couple of inches: www.surplusandoutdoors.com/bivi-bag-pole-new-replacement-1034214.html
+Food 4 Adventure thanks mate. Hmm so getting 2 of those isn't cheap so would need to get the twin hooped at great price to make it close to worthwhile. Ok my search continues for my bivi lol. Thanks bud
Kris Douglas
there is a low cost diy version making use of garden tunnel hoops, if you can find them in singles.... www.gardening-naturally.com/acatalog/Economy_Garden_Hoops.html
Just buy some cheap aluminium ones off eBay
No bug screen or vents, it is a deal breaker.
it's gor
etex and it closes over. No bugs can get in and you breathe fine.
It has two screens and vents, plus a rain fly
good kit but the wriggle to get in is a pian in the arse, the dutch one is much easier to get into and simpler to set up, think i'll stick with the dutch one, good review as always, cheers dave
Dutch is not good to hunt with or bird watch though. Cozy in with a bag and a rifle and there ya go! Used it for years and loved it!
In order to to improve you must first do! Wow so many complain yet no one said anything about improving the bivi after market! For all seasons! = /
Do you know where I can get hold of replacement poles?
I've not seen genuine replacements but 2 possibles are: www.surplusandoutdoors.com/shop/camping-equipment/spares-accessories/bivi-bag-pole-new-replacement-1034214.html?pid=1034214&gclid=CjwKCAjwqIiFBhAHEiwANg9szmOAwtw9MZpG9YkvjtD4LKA44s6wvUoQTau1BZYE_2lMKhe9ZmiF6BoCPhYQAvD_BwE
and something like this:
www.amazon.co.uk/Verdemax-6282-Tunnel-Hoops-5-Piece/dp/B00KPTEAFW/ref=pd_bxgy_img_3/257-8168338-6343863?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00KPTEAFW&pd_rd_r=cc69d338-74a8-4768-a247-7f280356e3ec&pd_rd_w=Mkb0D&pd_rd_wg=JS6RY&pf_rd_p=e5130b5a-1765-4699-bcba-dfad57398256&pf_rd_r=SXDMRTRPPFM13R3K7YTT&psc=1&refRID=SXDMRTRPPFM13R3K7YTT
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/114804627371?hash=item1abae397ab%3Ag%3Ao3cAAOSwdRdgEsXf&LH_Auction=1
Looking the binoculars wrong side...
it would be nice to see a set up in the rain...
why is everyone so afraid of the rain? It's made to keep rain out bro.
shine was showing
maybe it's too clean?
Where did you buy your bag
It was advertised locally on ebay, seems the guy was ex-forces having a clearout!
Put a camo net over
Which special forces used this bicycle was it a European army or the British?
I believe this was used by the British special forces, they are quite rare, I'm not sure if they have since moved on to use something different.
This has never been on issue to UKSF or conventional troops.
think it's from the 1980's and not fully waterproof
Is this British military surplus, or another country? The camo pattern definitely looks European.
I bought this off an ex-soldier who was selling a few other items of kit, quite a rare item I believe, no bug nets built in. Can't say 100% origin
@@WildCampingandmore Thank you. Based on the camo pattern, I'd say likely either British or Dutch.
nice one
Hi did your bivvy have a NATO stock number?
Not familiar with NATO numbers, it did have something printed on it and the original users name and number in marker pen but I sold it on so can't check
searched everywhere no where i can buy this so called special forces bivi (north america)
As far as I know they are only issued to a small number of UK units and only come up for sale on the likes of ebay if one of those soldiers is selling their kit off, not seen them for sale new unlike the Corinthia/Dutch army bivi where they sell a plain coloured version direct to the public.
Hoodiefoodie Rothco makes one very similar to this one. it is waterproof nylon, not Gore Tex and runs about $59.
I see this one is good value... www.rothco.com/product/rothco-gi-type-camouflage-bivouac-shelter
Food 4 Adventure
thanks
Get a net over it covered in leaves should be right, but too small for me I prefer room, okay though
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more leaves and some small brush and most people would walk right past it .
Yeah, I suppose it does it's job of being low profile while providing a dry place to sleep/shelter
Where can I get one?
I don't think they ever went on sale to the public so you are limited to somebody ex-forces selling off their kit on the likes of ebay - that's where I got mine, then sold it on a few months later
How much did you get for it? I have one I want to sell but can not get any idea what they are going for. Can't even get picture off the net or on UK ebay. I bought it off a retired British Soldier. My camping days are over.
any condensation....issues here...
+Philip Buckley Apart from the base I believe it's all Goretex which should allow the bivi to 'breathe' but there are no vents apart from the main zip which doesn't have any insect mesh.
can it stand a night of rain...because frog togs allowed water to enter...after a few hours of rain...
I no longer have it to test it in the rain. Most jackets etc. start to loose their waterproof properties after a few years of use so it would probably depend how much use it's had.
my frog togs lost its ability on the first run....so if it cant keep one dry...why purchase it...I purchased one, in the USA and in a light mist, in Mx it got the sleeping bag wet...and had a bivy that was extremely wet, inside for condensation...
+Philip Buckley keep your head outside the bivi to keep condensation to a minimal...
You might try a small tarp to cover your face if it rains...
I've been experimenting with one of those cheap tarps, about five by five by the looks of it..
I've just found what might be a winning solution, gather all three eyelets on one side and stick a peg through all three, do the same on the other side, keeping in mind you want ether side pegged out a few inches ether side of your bivi...
Experiment with the peg positions for your preferred setup...one peg through two eyelets, another an inch or two forward of those...
But keep em close..
when you've done it, it sort of acts like a giant hood you can get your head under... or if the weathers nice, lay your head on top...
I realize you can just stick a tarp up above your bivi, but this way it looks a lot stealthier.. not to mention you can get away with a smaller tarp..
Oh, my tarp is a square one, with only eight eyelets, so my instructions only apply to a tarp like that, but am sure you can work round with different sizes or cut one down... add your own grommets..
I have one up for sale if anyone is interested. Bought it off a retired Army Brit years ago. It was his military issue bivy. Hoping to get it up on ebay in a day or two if I can get an idea what they go for. I can't find them for comparisons anywhere! I love mine but health makes my camping/hunting days over...
Heidi Boraski I would buy it if it's same as this
Exact same. Maybe I can list on eBay. Have to look on its worth.
>I love mine but health makes my camping/hunting days over...
God when that day finally comes I'll be just lynching myself.
no good plastic reflection every will spot it
You could always scatter some leaves on top to break up the panels
OHSHIT !! I'd be claustrophobic in it !! Zippering that up....shitonthat !!
Typical a pom and his white socks lol.