Outdoor Research Molecule Bivy Long, Taos, 1Size
January 18, 2019 - Comment
LIGHTWEIGHT, STREAMLINED, ONE-PERSON SHELTER One of the most tricked-out in our collection, the classic clamshell Molecule Bivy sports an overlapping zipper for easy breathing, a durable, waterproof, anti-fungal-coated 70D floor, a vented foot box and a no-see-um net to keep the bugs out. Small, lightweight, and weather-ready, this is perfect for light solo missions.
Product Features
- Fabric Performance: Waterproof, Breathable, Fully Seam-Taped, Durable, No-See-Um Mesh, Hydroseal Floor, Anti-Fungal Coating on floor
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Seems great, if there are mosquitoes it’s a bit claustrophobic … Seems great, if there are mosquitoes it’s a bit claustrophobic when you zip it up and the netting still lays on your face so you can still get bit.
The vendor was great. The item came promptly and was well packaged The vendor was great. The item came promptly and was well packaged. The issue with the Molecule Bivy is that it is a bit heavy for a bivy. At 23 ounces, it is not that much lighter than some ultralight tents (I have a 2 person tent that is about 33 ounces). There are lighter bivys out there, perhaps less sturdy, but people looking to use a bivy are generally looking to keep their weight down.
Just in case… This bag saved me from several cold miserable nights when I had a sleeping bag that wasn’t warm enough for conditions. Yes, there is condensation inside the bag just like any other Bivy so bring an extra towel. I used my trekking poles and cordage to string up the cover from the tab-this kept the lid and the bag off my face during the night. I was toasty to the point of having to shed some layers.