Hooped bivi, extra-long
Lifesystems Venture Solo Hooped Bivi XL
A roomier take on the hooped bivi, with an arched pole that lifts the head end off your face and creates a small porch. At 796g it suits bikepackers who want more shelter than a bag but less weight than a tent.
Highlights
Why we rate it
Headroom from the hoop
A single arched pole raises the head end, giving you breathing space and a handy covered area for small kit.
Seriously waterproof
70D ripstop nylon with a PU coating and taped seams is rated to 11,000mm, so you can batten down through a wet night.
Bug net for warm nights
Tie the hood panel back and zip the mesh screen shut to keep midges out while letting air through.
Breathable top fabric
An MVTR of 15,000g/m²/24hr on the upper helps moisture escape, and a Teflon EcoElite R3 / Zelan R3 treatment helps water bead off.
Generous XL cut
260cm long and up to 80cm wide, there's room for a full sleeping system and a little extra kit.
Tech specs
Specification
Manufacturer specification. Details may change without notice.
Specification
- Capacity
- 1 person
- Fabric
- 70D ripstop nylon, PU coated, taped seams
- Waterproof rating
- 11,000mm hydrostatic head
- Breathability
- MVTR 15,000g/m²/24hr (top)
- Treatment
- Teflon EcoElite R3 / Zelan R3
- Design
- Freestanding hoop with zipped bug screen
- Pegging
- Anchor points and stake loops
- Dimensions
- 260 x 50-80 (head-foot) x 50cm
- Packed size
- 33 x 10 x 10cm
- Weight
- 796g
- Colour
- Grey
In the box
- Includes
- Venture Solo Hooped Bivi XL
- Includes
- Stuff sack
Ordering
Available from The Cycle Collective
Available to order through The Cycle Collective in Dorking. For availability or advice, call 0203 148 6764 or email hello@thecyclecollective.cc.