Best Bivy for the Buck

Hey guys, I'm looking to pick up a bivy sac and am curious as to what everyone out there uses and prefers. I've been looking at the OR Advanced or Alpine models and they seem to be a winner. Any thoughts or suggestions?

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I suppose this would completely depend on what you wanted to use it for, but I've been toying around with getting one of these for solo backpacking trips and I was thinking maybe my pondering might help you in your search.

rei.com/product/799606/henn…

(or something similar)

The way I see it, you can use it as it is intended, or if there are no trees (or if it's a bit too chilly to swing in the breeze) there is nothing to stop you from simply using it as a bivy on the ground with the fly covering you. You can also set it up on the porch or backyard when you aren't off on adventures, whereas most bivy sacs will stay in the gear bin for the majority of the year gathering dust.

Granted, at about 2.5 pounds it's a little different than what you were asking for, but I figured one more idea couldn't hurt.

Good luck on your quest!

+1 for the hammock I've got one and It's pimp

Not cheap by any means, but if you want a hammock and/or bivy sack. . .

alpinehammock.com/

I have the OR Alpine from a few years ago and I've really really liked it. Used it for a bunch of bike packing. However, it is the only bivy I have ever owned, so context might be a little lacking. Condensation hasn't been too bad and there's room to wiggle a bit. Packs real small.

Hugs

Check out these ultralights, which use your trekking poles:

supertopo.com/reviews/gear.…

+1 for the Hennessy Asym.

I've been using one for about 7 years now. I won't sleep on the ground below treeline. No rocks, roots, slopes, or puddles to worry about. If its cold or the wind is blowing I just like the bottom of the hammock with my rain/windshell and any extra clothing. The trick is to pitch it low to the ground when the conditions are less than ideal.

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