Outdoor Research Alpine Bivy

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The Alpine Bivy is a bivy sack made by Outdoor Research. It has an average rating of 3 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Outdoor Research Alpine Bivy (Spring 2008) 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"

From RockCreek:
"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."

From Ramsey Outdoor:
"This bivy has everything necessary for long nights above tree line. It offers complete protection from rain and snow storms. The overlapped zipper ope..."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"Owning a full-feature bivy bag doesn't have to weigh down your pack or your budget. The Outdoor Research Alpine Bivy bag doesn't have the extra length or the airy foot vent found in the Outdoor Research Advanced Bivy Bag, but if weight matters in the backcountry, you won't mind missing seven extra ounces. Outdoor Research developed the Alpine Bivy bag with a deep taffeta floor that easily accommodates thicker insulated mats like the Exped Downmat 7. The shell material on the Alpine Bivy is a triple-ply Gore-Tex Respirator+, a special durable and waterproof fabric specifically created for bivy sleep systems by Gore labs. Gore-Tex Respirator+ optimizes weather protection while creating a vapor-permeable layer that won't collect condensation like other weather-resistant bivy systems. If you need more ventilation, the no-see-um netting on the Outdoor Research Advanced Bivy Bag allows better airflow without letting the bugs in. The Alpine Bivy Bag comes with five stake loops, a single hoop poles and a guy line loop for adding space in an incredibly lightweight, two-pound package. Inside you'll find a small internal mesh pocket for your watch, flashlight, paperback book, PSP or Game Boy DS game system (really ) and other evening essentials. The high-volume foot area gives you plenty of legroom, although some find there's also space to keep a few Nalgene water bottles from freezing overnight. If the dimensions seem a little cramped and you need the extra legroom, consider opting for the larger Advanced Bivy from Outdoor Research--you get everything here, plus more room and a cool foot vent."

User Reviews

Alpine Bivy
Reviewed by Ben W, Apr 14, 2007

"This bivy is made of a 3-layer GORE-TEX fabric, which is EXTREMELY waterproof, windproof, and overall weatherproof. I have put a hose at high power right against the fabric, and it has never bled threw. The only reason why I gave this bivy 3 stars is that I wanted to do long-distance ultralight backpacking."

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