The North Face Assault FUTURELIGHT Bivy
Go minimalist for fast and light missions with this waterproof, breathable bivy from The North Face. For as little space as it takes up in your pack, it offers a surprisingly livable shelter.
- Canopy made with breathable and waterproof recycled FUTURELIGHT™ 3-layer laminate material
- DAC Featherlite NSL™ poles
- Internal poles improve comfort and headroom
- 2-way zipper allows for venting from the top of the bivy
Imported.
View all The North Face Bivy Sacks| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Seasons | 3-season |
| Sleeping Capacity | 1-person |
| Weight | 1 lb. 12 oz. |
| Packed Size | Unavailable |
| Bivy Length | 91 inches |
| Shoulder Width | 25 inches |
| Ultralight | Yes |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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Had it out of the box for about 5 minutes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Arrived at the house yesterday. Took it out of the box, went to unzip the opening and the zipper basically just fell off of the bivy. Minimal tension was put on the zipper end.
I would by this product again
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Used in winter, bivouac at -3ºC with winds of 60 km/h. Sleeping on snow. Good wind protection and excellent breathability. Zero condensation inside in the morning. The poles can be difficult to put up in cold and windy conditions but the small tent makes it easy to feel comfortable inside with a mat and a pillow without feeling claustrophobic. The zipper works well, does not get stuck, with two sections to adjust the necessary opening. Lots of space inside, both at the feet and at the head to store clothes. The materials look good and durable. I haven't tested it in rain but in conditions like that I would sleep in a snow cave. It seems that would hold up a light snowfall without problems. Good for winter bivouac. So far very happy with it.
Great Option for Cold or Rainy Camping, But NOT in Summer!
Solid, basic and compact Biak for lightweight shelter - but should only be used in colder weather or rain when there are little chances of insects being around. One of the fatal flaws of this particular bivy is that it will be limited to the above use because it does not have an integrated mosquito net. That prevents you from keeping the top open for ventilation during hotter weather when there are bugs around. A simple zip-in accessory could solve the problem, if the North Face takes this technical detail seriously.
I would buy this product again
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Tested in a winter bivouac, -4ºC and winds of 50km/h. Used on snow with a mat underneath. The bottom protects the sleeping bag well. The small tent on top can be a little difficult to put up in cold and windy conditions but it is appreciated once set up. It gives space and is not claustrophobic. The zippers work very well with two sections to open as you want. Very good wind protection. Excellent breathability, no condensation inside in the morning even leaving a small ventilation opening throughout the night. The bottom protects the sleeping bag well. The materials look durable. Plenty of head and foot space to store clothes. I haven't tested it in rain but in conditions like that I would sleep in a snow cave or use a tarp over it so I'm not worried about that. Looks like it could handle a light snowfall. Perfect for winter bivouac.
Needs an Insect Mesh Add-On!
Purchased for an Antarctic trip, worked fine. One major issue is that this bivy is mostly for folks using in cold weather conditions - if you simply need something for moderate weather where bugs are an issue, the lack of insect screen is a handicap, especially if ventilation is necessary! North Face - PLEASE design an add-on where a screen can be fastened in to these expensive bivy sacks!
Better than expected
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased this Bivy (My first) for a trip in the Jungles just outside of São Paulo Brazil. This exceeded my expectations. On top of working fantastically well with the moist atmosphere the inside was actually more spacious than I had initially anticipated. Fantastic purchase.
Luv TNF
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product is very interesting I really like the color and I want to use it quickly
I would buy this product again!
Lightweight, packs down super small. Super durable. Highly recommend!
Performs on initial testing
I'm 72" tall @ 190 lbs. I can fit comfortably and also fit a small pack (< 45 litres) and boots. I've spent 14 nights in the bag in the Rockies. One night was on the snow in 5° farenheit. The bivy fits a sleeping pad and didn't appear to compress my bag insulation. I've been through one stormy night, which in my area was hard rain, off and on for about 2 hours. I was completely dry in the morning. I cannot tell that condensation has been an issue. Again, consider my climate (Utah Rockies). It packs well. Use the bivy as a stuff sack and store all your components you want to keep dry in it. The poles aren't necessary to take with you, but are an added convenience and provide enough room to maybe read a book. There isn't yet any tears or serious signs of wear. I'm careful about how I lay it on the ground and watch for debris. If I'm on a close foam matress I place the bivy on that, which works for me. Why a 4? I wish the storm flap over the zipper was about 1 inch longer. A bug net would be a nice feature for clear nights when bugs are out. The color options are horrendous. If TNF came out with this in OD Green or Coyote brown or some other natual color I would gift my current one and buy a new one, along with a nu ber of my hunting collegues.