Very best bivy tent - Big Agnes Three Wire Bivy

Much better, in important ways, than any other BIVY- Light weight- under 2 LBS. (but not the lightest compared to the bare bones BIVIES which have a LOT LESS interior head/breathing room, less roll around room, not to mention less comfort, breath ability and functionality). Compared to the current lightest 1 man tents, the 3 Wire is not much lighter but is BIVY-LIKE (while comparatively cramped you can pitch it anywhere you can lay down, even a mud puddle, and stay in a dry, bombproof, protective cocoon that, for a BIVY, does not feel claustrophobic beacause of the tent-like Beak). The 37.5™ technology top fabric is beautiful and amazingly waterproof AND breathable especially matched with the generous "Beak" which keeps everything- Bivy fabric, rain and wind off your head and shoulders. You can easily read a book while the storm beats on the outside. One caveat is like any BIVY, without a little tarp (extra weight!) getting in and out is an opportunity for wet weather to get in.

If you lean toward BIVIES-- light weight, storm proof sleeping bag shelters, this is the Rolls Royce. And it is almost too pretty to put in a mud puddle-- the fabric appearance and workmanship are awesome.

This 3rd generation 3Wire is difficult to find so don't wait too long.

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.