Scott p.
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2021
Luckily, we did not have to use this bivvy bag on our recent hiking trip, but was glad to have it none the less. For reviewing purposes, I removed it from the nice draw string pouch and its a great size and appears to be sturdy material. Will make a decent shelter if needed and definitely large enough to wrap in for thermal retention if that time came.
Carl
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2021
I got this to add to my emergency bag that I keep in my Jeep. I usually go four wheeling several times a year and we are usually pretty far from help if it is needed. I keep a bag of supplies in my vehicle just cause you never really know, This is super light weight and packed nicely but is made of thicker material than most of the standard Mylar blankets out there. I love that it is a bivvy ( which is basically a sleeping bag) that will contain your body heat better while keeping you covered. So if you are into being prepared this is a great addition to your gear. I hope to never need it but I am glad to have it handy, just in case.
Pete T.
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2021
One thing you need to understand about mylar blankets is that they're supposed to reflect heat. Absolutely remember this because there are a couple of uses that I don't agree in the uses of.Can you use this as a tarp over my shelter? Yes you can. Just secure it in placeCan you use this under your sleeping pad? Yes you can.Is this actually waterproof? The fabric/material is but there are 4 snipped holes in each corner of the sleeping bag so water can definitely seep in so be careful.Can you use this as a sleeping bag? Sort-of - you can put this around your sleeping bag and cover yourself with it provided you're already clothed with a jacket/pants/shoes with no skin touching the blanket itself. You need a layer of insulation (air/cloth/fabric) between you and the mylar blanket. If your skin does touch it, the blanket/sleeping bag conducts heat and essentially takes it away from you which is NOT what you want. In addition, if you cover yourself very tightly with it as a sleeping bag, there is a chance that moisture will build up through condensation. Again, this might make you even colder which is NOT what you want.Summary: Yes, I will recommend this because this is much better than the emergency mylar/space blankets I get from survival camping kits. However, please keep in mind, you need to use it correctly and this is a problem with most space blankets and this doesn't deviate from this design. I am glad the materials are good at least and won't tear easily. Prepare accordingly.
Robert G. Leroe
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2021
Most people preparing for emergencies have a few emergency blankets in packets. This takes the concept, improves it with superior materials, and expands the concept with a versatile product that can be used in a variety of ways: As a tarp, shelter, lean-to, a protective garment, and (of course) a sleeping bag. Because of the size, this will fit in a glove department, any grab-and-go bag, or your car trunk organizer (which you should get from Amazon; they're terrific). Emergency blankets don't come in reusable containers, yet this comes in a "bivvy" bag; that alone makes it a superior product. The orange color will attract attention for lost hikers (if you don't want to attract attention it also comes in green), and it is wind-proof and durable. I got lost in the woods long ago, and spent a very cold night trying to keep warm. It was miserable. If I had one of these, I would have fared much better. It would be a good idea to get several of these and be prepared.
Spencer in Seattle
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2021
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