Condensation is definitely the trade-off with these mylar bivvies, especially if you end up zipped in tight for warmth. I’ve had a bit of a damp wake-up, but honestly, for the weight and price, it’s hard to complain. Silica gel packs help, but I’d be real careful not to puncture the bag with them shifting around, especially if you’re tossing your kit around on a hike.
Love hearing folks use them as groundsheets or for extra visibility—out here off-grid that double duty is worth its weight in gold. And about the noise, yeah, it’s there, but once the wind picks up or you’ve got some rain, you barely notice it.
Love hearing folks use them as groundsheets or for extra visibility—out here off-grid that double duty is worth its weight in gold. And about the noise, yeah, it’s there, but once the wind picks up or you’ve got some rain, you barely notice it.