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Black Diamond Tripod Bivy Bag

Black Diamond Tripod Bivy Bag description

The Bibler Tripod Bivy is a larger, more spacious and more civilized incarnation of the bivy sack for solo adventures, lightweight trips, or anytime you don't want to carry the extra weight of a tent -- the Tripod bivy weighs only 2.24 lbs. Three poles add head and foot room, increasing the usable interior space eliminating the dreaded bivy sack claustrophobia. As always, ToddTex fabric provides protection from rain and snow, while allowing the breathability necessary for a comfortable, moisture-free night. The laminated nylon floor in the Bibler Tripod Bivy sack will withstand the abuse of sleeping on snow or rock and mesh netting keeps the flying critters where they belong. Setup is easy, especially since the Tripod Bivy is free-standing, and the small size fits easily into a backpack, bike pack or haul bag.

This thing isn't so much a bivy sack as it is as mini-micro tent. I really dig this bivy because I can't sleep with fabric or netting hanging in my face like you get with a regular "no-pole" bivy. This one gives you a tiny amount to move around or partially sit up, and keeps the bivy fabric up off you and your bag, which reduces condensation (more air flow through the sack). It certainly isn't roomy inside, but fits a 15 degree down bag with me (6'1" 160) in it without trouble. Fairly easy to set up once you get the hang of it, but you should probably try it in your living room before headed out to the mountains, which you will have to anyways, and why I gave this only four stars: A $300 bivy really should come taped / sealed from the factory, but this one doesn't. Be prepared to spend at least a couple of hours crouched over with a tube of seam grip, because you have to manually seal every last seam on this thing to make it truly waterproof. Other than that minor inconvenience, this really is a well thought out and executed product. Disclaimer: My review is for the older Bibler model of this bivy sack, although I don't believe anything has changed other than the brand name.

This bivy rocks. Its very lightweight, easy to get into and out of, so much headroom and space for upper body. I went out recently overnight, it rained and I was dry and warm as could be. My dog was in the head area with me and my boots and a few other odds and ends. The mesh screen is sheltered allowing you to look out, even if light rain is coming down. I love this bag.

I bought this bivy for winter use where minimal pack weight and dependability are needed. I am 5'11" and 190 lbs and am surprised at the spaciousness for a bivy. The headroom under the canopy is very adequate and when staked out it keeps weight off my sleeping bag all the way to my feet. It sets up quickly, is meant as a bombproof sleeping shelter and is a better choice for me than a one man tent.