Outdoor Research Alpine Bivy

Outdoor Research made the two-pound Alpine Bivy with waterproof breathable Gore-Tex Respiration+ fabric, which makes it an excellent lightweight shelter for camping, climbing, and mountaineering.

The Alpine Bivy Bag by Outdoor Research is almost like being in a tent, but without the hassle of setting up. The Alpine Bivy bag is designed with a Gore-Tex Respiration Positive+ fabric which offers complete protection from rain and snow storms without collecting interior condensation. Constructed with an overlapped zipper opening that allows air to flow, without letting water or wind in.

The Alpine Bivy by Outdoor Research. Specifications: Avg. weight: 32.0 oz./ 907 g Avg. weight w/o poles: 30.7 oz./870 g Width at shoulders: 26 in./66 cm Width at feet: 19 in./49 cm Length: 84 in./214 cm Peak height: 20 in./50 cm Height at feet: 14 1/2 in./37 cm Features: 3-layer Gore-Tex Respiration Positive fabric Durable Hydroseal coated waterproof nylon floor Fully taped seams Single overhead shock-corded Delrin pole No-see-um netting at opening End-opening zipper with wide storm flap Sleeping pad straps Sized to fit thicker mats like the Exped DownMat 7 Five stake loops - one guy line loop High-volume foot section Small internal mesh pocket

If you like to travel light yet often find yourself in iffy weather conditions, the Alpine Bivy offers rugged protection from the elements. Single overhead shockcorded Delrin® pole keeps bivy up and off of face when sack is closed; wide storm flap shields the zipper from wind and rain. No-see-um-mesh at opening keeps bugs off face while allowing ample ventilation. Three-layer Gore-Tex® Respiration fabric extends almost to ground level for increased breathability. Waterproof Hydroseal® coated nylon floor for extra durability. All seams are taped to ensure waterproofness. Footprint is sized to accommodate thicker sleeping pads like the Exped DownMat™ 7. Straps keep your sleeping pad in place, preventing the bivy from rolling over during sleep. High-volume foot section allows a more natural position for feet; end-opening zipper is covered by a stormflap. Small internal mesh pocket. Five stake loops, one guyline loop. Includes Delrin pole and stuff sack. Shoulder width 26".