Outdoor Research Aurora Bivy
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Low-profile, weatherproof and durable, the Outdoor Research Aurora Bivy offers lightweight protection you can count on in the field.
Shop similar products- 3-layer Gore-Tex® Respiration Positive fabric provides waterproof, windproof protection; all seams are taped to ensure waterproofness
- Waterproof Hydroseal® coated nylon floor for extra durability; end-opening zipper is protected by a wide storm flap
- Panel over the head can be configured to be fully enclosed by fabric or covered by only mesh when bugs are the main concern
- End-opening zipper is covered by a stormflap
- Small internal mesh pocket holds nighttime essentials
- 3 stake loops and 2 guyline loops
- Shoulder girth is 50 in.
- Includes stuff sack
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View all Outdoor Research Bivy Sacks| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Seasons | 4-season |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Weight | 1 lb. 8 oz. |
| Packed Size | 4 x 13 inches |
| Bivy Length | 84 inches |
| Shoulder Width | 25 inches |
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Lightweight GORE-TEX Bivy Review
I bought this because it is supposed to be made of a special GORE-TEX that breathes very well. I found an article on the Internet that stated some of these bivy's produced did not contain this special GORE-TEX. I called OR and they assured me the bivy was made of the correct GORE-TEX. I went backpacking with it this past summer in the Olympic mountains in Washington. Each morning I awoke to condenstation so bad my sleeping bag was very wet. I backpacked in the same mountains last year with a REI mimimalist and did not have this problem. The bag is well made, but considering the consendation issues I would not recommend it.
OR Bivy
I just got done using this on Kodiak Island Alaska on a Mt Goat hunt. It was some of the worst conditions I have ever hunted in and my down sleeping bag stayed dry in very wet conditions, and the inside only had a small amount of condesation around the head from my breath. I kept me warm and dry and preformed perfectly.
Great Product
This is the first commercial bivy that I have ever bought. Before I found out about this bivy I always used military surplus products such as the ECWS. Needless to say I will never go back, this bivy out-performs other bivy's in weight, comfort and keeping dry. I have used this bivy in the wet, rainy forests of WA up to altitudes of 10k in temperatures ranging from 30 degrees to 60 degrees in the spring and fall, and, in the high desert mountains of NV up to altitudes of 7k in temperatures below 30 degrees waking up covered in snow. Now we have two of these great bivy's and love them. They keep bugs out and keep you dry 100% of the time.
An All Season Must!
This is a perfect 4 season bivy. It allows me to cut down the weight of my sleeping bag in the summer for a light sleeping system or the ideal outer layer of a winter sleep system. I have had this bivy for two years now and about 300 nights in it, it never disappoints! It has held up to many cold and wet nights and is showing no sign of wearing. You do get condensation build up if you sleep with the hood closed but that's expected, if it's not raining don't close it, if it is raining, a little condensation is better than soaking wet under a tarp. This is a great addition to your shelter arsenal.
Tough and minimal
This was the first bivy I ever bought. It has seen me through mountain storms at 14k feet, wet nights in the redwood rain-forest and nights when my wife wanted the dog to sleep in the tent with her because she was convinced he was scared...and there wasn't enough room for the both of us. The bivy breathes well even at below freezing temperatures, where ice forms from condensation. My only thought would be to put a piece of Velcro or possibly a snap so that the fabric that usually would cover your face while laying down can be secured folded down leaving only the mesh netting (another great feature!) over the face on clear nights.
Nice, could be better
I have used this for several years. It is a good product and lightweight. No need to worry about your profile in high winds. It is a nice 4 season shelter for the money. However, new technology has made ultra light 1-man tents weigh about the same, but for about $150 or so more than this. This has made me decide to go to one of those for ease of entry/exit as getting into the bivy is a chore. If you're all zipped up due to cold/rain/high winds you will see condensation inside the bivy sack, but it isn't more than any other type of tent in similar situations. Other complaints about this issue I feel are either exaggerated or due to not being familiar with just what gore tex will and will not let through. An improvement I would like to see would be a longer zipper on one side to make it easier to get into and out of. It is somewhat difficult to do so. (note: mine is green as it is from a few years back.)
Great Bivy
This is a great bivy. Like all OR equipment it's very well built. Even though it is gore-tex, condensation WILL build up on the inside of the bivy, and it can make your sleeping bag damp. I hang up the bivy inside-out during breakfast to dry it off. The hood is made to be kept closed, so it has to be tied or clipped forward if you only want the mesh over you at night. I might try to keep the fabric off me on my next trip by adding a wire through the loops on the outside of the bivy.
For Cold Use Only
Major condensation issues if the temperature is above 50 degrees. I woke up with my MH 45 degree down bag soaked. I used this in colder temps and had very little condensation. Bombproof material. IMO, you will need to stake this out to utilize the space provided, ESPECIALLY if you are going to tie the netting to a branch. If you dont, you will lose a lot of shoulder space. It works fine without tying it up though. Sometime I have a hard time finding the zipper. Its big enough for my 0 degree REI Radiant Down bag with little compression. I think they should include two more stake out point on the the 2 long sides. there are only two at the bottom and two on the top, but none on the sides. Also, if they could extend the zipper down on one side. Its extrememly hard to shove your bag in AND get in with everything going right (not having one or the other bunch up). All in all, I am happy with it. In a jam, its a lightweight shelter, it keeps my sleeping bag clean and adds to the rating (some say 10 degrees, but i think that is a bit high, perhaps 5). Personally, if you are trying to save weight, I would buy this instead of the Alpine because IMO, you have to tie the Alpine to a tree ANYWAY (even with the included pole for the face) because the pole is prone to fall down which defeats the purpose to begin with.
Packable , Convenient, OR Quality
Just received it, had the opportunity to try for a 1 night in thick snow. Patted down a hole to set it in, Definetly waterproof, breathes alright, but needs a hole to be left open otherwise, in snowy conditions at -5C was condensating. Otherwise excellent product and would recommend to anyone who wants to pack light in the winter. Many 1person tent are lighter than this bivy so for summer id aim tent or hammock most likely. Im 6'0 and 248lbs and its a tight fit, once im in, not much wiggle room and not much room for things other than gloves and cell phone.
Pros and cons as with all
I purchased 2 of these bags. I must say they are light and will hold out the rain on a bad night. They do get a bit warm and damp on hot or humid nights. Some string and a sapling go a long way on holding the hood open and adding circulation. I use them on section hikes on the At. They work great keeping the monster spiders and skeeters at bay during the night. Anyone who has hiked the shelters and the AT knows some areas and shelters get a bit buggy. They also are great on the trail Just slide in a pad and bag liner and you are set.