Top opening bivy sack with 32 inch zippers on both sides. The zippers have 3 sliders each to allow for a variety of ventialtion options or to stick arms out. The opening is backed by no-see-um netting. Both the opening flap and the netting are attached to the brim with velcro. A wire stiffener is sewn into the brim. The top material is waterproof/breathable (Tegraltex) and the floor is coated nylon. Available in two sizes: regualr and long. The specifications listed are for the regualr. |
Reviews
| mrolph | Untitled Review | | 
Voted 5/5 | I have had this bivy for two years and slept in it about 35 nights. This is my primary shelter for 3 season Sierra backcountry trips. The best feature is the large 32" opening flap and the no-see-um netting. Most often I have the flap open to the waist and the bug net zipped. The Tegraltex top works great (although I wouldn't want to spend an extended rainy period in any bivy). No problems with condesation or leaks, even after heavy thunderstorms. I have managed to get several pin-hole leaks in the bottom by camping on pine litter without a ground cloth. The holes were easily fixed with seamgrip. If you can't stand having the fabric very close to your face, you probably won't like the Salathe or any other bivy without a hoop structure. | | Posted May 31, 2002 10:06 am |
| miztflip | Untitled Review | | 
Voted 5/5 | It's the only true bivy I have used so I can't compare it to others. I can say that I have been very pleased with it as a primary shelter for light alpine climbs and also as a secondary shelter for winter climbs. Plenty of space and several zippers for adequate ventilation. | | Posted Jun 7, 2002 4:11 pm |
| JanVanGenk | Top bivy sack | | 
Voted 5/5 | Tegraltex works great, very little condensation! Spacy yet packs reasonably small. Excellent ventilation possibilities. This sack is definitely suitable for both summer and winter bivouacs. | | Posted Jan 3, 2008 3:45 pm |
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