SOLÂ Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord
Be prepared for the unexpected with the SOL Emergency Bivvy. It weighs a mere 3.8 oz., packs down smaller than a 12 oz. soda can, and comes with a rescue whistle and tinder cord.




- Use it as a sleeping bag, blanket or emergency shelter to help keep yourself warm until help arrives; bivvy measures 84 x 36 in.
- Waterproof, windproof material reflects up to 90% of your body heat back to you while sealed seams keep out rain, wind and snow
- Bright orange is highly visible
- Use the rescue whistle to signal for help
- Start a fire with the tinder cord that's attached to the included stuff sack
Imported.
Best Use | Backpacking Emergency Preparedness |
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Material(s) | Polyethylene |
Dimensions | 84 x 36 inches |
Weight | 3.8 ounces |
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Could be what saves your life when your outside and the elements are against you.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Now, because this product is a emergency product, the only way I'm going to be able to use it is an emergency situation. So, unfortunately I haven't been able to use it, but, from what I have read about the product, is that it's waterproof, windproof, tear proof, has cordage that can be used for fire tinder, & includes an emergency whistle, which are all great factors that could save your life in an emergency situation. If I'm out hiking or out in the wilderness at all, I wouldn't be caught dead without this. Thank you influencer for sending me this complimentary in exchange for my review. I hope I never have to use it, but I'm thankful that I have it in case I ever do.

Portability, waterproof, durability
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this SOL Emergency Bivvy w/Rescue Whistle-Orange from influencer in exchange for an honest review. Although I have not had to use this yet I did look at everything in the box. What a great item to keep in your car in case of an emergency. Piece of mind that you have something to keep you dry and warm in addition to the whistle to alert for help. Very useful tool to have. Definitely recommend.

Non-standard use
Works great. I don't actually use it for its intended purpose, though I bought multiple units so I could throw one in the backpack. I use it to protect a telescope which is inconvenient to set up and tear down every day from excessive heat, bird droppings or unanticipated fog or rain when set up outdoors. Don't know how well it will hold up under constant sun exposure, but it is inexpensive enough I will just replace it when it deteriorates.
Be Careful - Condensation Is Real Problem
Am not sure all the reviews are by people who actually had to use this in an emergency situation ..... Unfortunately, I had to use this bivvy bag in an emergency situation when caught by a sudden weather change, 10 miles from a trailhead at altitude, at night. The good news is that your body heat will make you toasty very quickly. It is also very light and very cheap . It was an impulse buy that sat at the top of my rucksack for years. However, the bag has *zero* breathability and the inside of the bag got covered in condensation (think droplets of water). These droplets get your clothes wet and you start to feel very cold. It also makes it dangerous because you potentially cant leave the bag because your clothes can be wet and you would be in even more danger than before. During the night I had to get out of the bag, take an item of spare clothing and wipe down the inside of the bag then get back into it. Ultimately, I am glad I had the bag and it radically improved my situation. However, knowing what I know now - If grams matter (ultra-running etc) then this makes sense and I accept the downsides - If grams don't matter and I might be out overnight - go for a more breathable bag - go for the escape or escape lite
A good backup
Look, it is what it is--an emergency backup bivy. This isn't your primary sleep system and it's about the size of a baseball so plesae expect some "give and take" in expectations. I keep this and a few others handy for the emergency kit and you should do.
One for Each Kid
This is one of those emergency kit items you won’t think of until you need it. Each of my kids hikes with one in their day packs. From experience, a broken leg in cold and windy conditions can lead to a real emergency situation fast. This is a lightweight way to guard against shock. I’m pretty confident I could fashion this into a stretcher with some wood and 550 cord. Super important emergency gear for any hike where you don’t have a sleeping bag.
Very lightweight but rips easily
It ripped while I was testing it on a glacier. I think it's good to carry one of these in case you need it in an emergency. It's definitively better to have then a simple mylar blanket but you cannot depend on it for shelter, in my opinion. I suggest you save your money and buy a 3 season bivy instead.
Safety in a portable box!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Received from Influenster in exchange for my honest review. This is my first time getting a product from SOL, and it was something that I didn’t realize that I needed. I think that everybody should have one of these in case of emergencies. It comes in a compact box and you can carry it anywhere. I’ll be in my car, especially since there are very heavy winters where I live. This includes a protection shelter, it’s lightweight, and holds heat and is also waterproof. It also has some other versatile features such as a rescue and a tinder cord. I feel safe having this on hand! For the price it’s a great item to keep your mind at ease in an emergency. Recommend to anyone, those who have a car should probably store one in case of an emergency and it really is so compact you barely notice!

Good in an emergency pinch
This bivvy is really light and provides peace of mind on my hikes (where I'm not carrying a sleeping bag) and climbs. I have used this on a few occasions when climbs went long and I had to unexpectedly stay the night (in cold, dry weather). It kept me warm but, as others have noted, it condenses a bit inside. I did survive to tell the tale, so I think it did its job. I would not bring this if I thought I had to stay the night but as emergency gear, it is a must.
Better quality, but still cheap insurance.
These are a little bit thicker than your $4 mylar space bags, so it will be reliable when you need it. I keep a couple in my SAR backpack and a couple in the car during ski season. It's cheap insurance that can turn a dangerously cold situation into one that's just uncomfortable.