The Snugpak Stratosphere is a waterproof, One person Bivvi Shelter that includes lightweight aluminum poles to create a self supporting canopy around the head and shoulders which allows increased breathability and movement while giving protection from the elements. Great for lightweight backpacking and survival situations. Fully Zipped with Roll Away Mosquito Net in front of the hood and meshed ventilation section at the back. MUCH SMALLER then a standard tent but with all the features, supplied with seven ultralight alloy Y type stakes/pegs and packs into its own compression sack. Specifications PACK WEIGHT 39 OZ (Including Poles, Pegs and Compression Sack) PACKSIZE 12″L x 5″D inches.
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2 Night Stint I took this bivvi on a 2 night backpacking trip. Both nights it rained. I woke up the in the mornings to a pretty damp inside of the bivvi from condensation, but it was nothing compared to the dew/rain on the outside. Overall it kept me pretty dry and if I was able to open the top mesh flap I don’t think condensation would have been as much of a problem. This is a good bivvi, but it is a bivvi so you have to expect cramped corridors and slight dampness inside. If you’re looking for something…
Best in class This is a pretty darned good bivvy shelter. It is well engineered, roomy enough, and lightweight as heck.
The Ultimate Bivvi. I purchased this item because I wanted an ultralight sleep system to protect me from the rain and harsh conditions of the Florida swaps. First, I considered buying a bivvi cover like the one I was issued in Ft. Benning. But when I saw the design of the Stratosphere I realized what I was missing out on. I decided to give the Snugpak Stratosphere a try due to the great reviews and the light weight and the use of poles that create more space (and breathing room) than the GORETEX bivvi bags. Think…