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Ultimate Direction FK Bivy

Ultimate Direction FK Bivy

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A lightweight alternative to bulky tents, the Ultimate Direction FK bivy is a spacious companion for solo backcountry expeditions. Made from 7d and 20d ripstop nylon that’s been coated with polyurethane, the bivy features a unique frog-mouth opening that allows for easy entry, regardless of your sleeping bag’s zipper orientation Read More

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Raggs
26
Mar 14, 2019
What is a silicone coating? What is silnylon? A silicone coating is usually applied to nylon, hence silnylon. The coating ‘permeates’ the nylon fabric creating a stronger silicon ‘reinforced’, waterproof nylon fabric with better stretch and tear strength. Silicone repels water and so it’s easy to shake off excess water and dries quickly. On the down side silicone coatings are more expensive, stop ‘breathing’ in the fabric which may lead to greater condensation, and result in a very slick and slippery surface meaning that tent seams cannot be taped - Silnylon seams require manual application of a liquid seam sealant. And note that brand logos cannot be printed onto silicone coatings.    What is a Polyurethane (PU) coating? Polyurethane or PU coatings applied to polyester and nylon fabrics are more like a layer that sticks to the surface of the tent fabric. It creates a waterproof barrier, is more affordable, has greater breathability than silicone and has a surface which allows the application of tape on tent seams. But it doesn’t reinforce a fabric’s strength in the same way as silicone, requires some care to be kept clean and dry for storage, and will affected by UV exposure and break down over time. Branding can be printed directly onto PU coatings. I hope this information is helpful in your decisions to buy. Sometimes a little knowledge goes a long ways...….."Raggs" short for Ragetty Man
RomeoSierra2827
5
Mar 14, 2019
HOLD ON. NOTE: THIS IS NOT A WATERPROOF BIVY.
Raggs
26
Mar 13, 2019
Bivy definition A bivy, also called a bivouac sack or bivy sack, is a lightweight protection device most commonly used when camping outdoors. It should be large enough to fit over a person's sleeping bag and offer extra protection from the weather.
mcbobgorge
7
Mar 13, 2019
They need to get the Ultimate Direction FK Tarp on here, not the bivy lmao. That tarp + borah sil bivy = tiny volume shelter.
fmfdlr
4
Mar 13, 2019
The definition of bivy includes that it's waterproof. I nearly bought really expensive sheets. Stop this Drop or get the facts right! *Edit: deleted bad language
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fmfdlr
4
Mar 14, 2019
I don't mind any bag-like non-sleeping-bags being called bivy - as long as it's clear for everyone if it's waterproof. A bivy can save your life when wheater get's really bad, but this one eventually won't do the job in extreme conditions. You could say summer-bivy or something like that. I still demand this essential information in the description.
Raggs
26
Mar 14, 2019
fmfdlrI fully agree that a product should be described fully and not have essential, important information left out. --- Message for Massdrop: Please describe your products fully and go beyond the manufacturer's description when necessary. I am sure that not only dmfdlr and I want that; but all of your customers want that. Your reputation and integrity will go up, your customer base will increase, and your returns and unhappy customers will go down.
Mebaru
76
Mar 12, 2019
As far as I undestand this isn't a waterproof bivy by any means?
ergopower
35
Mar 12, 2019
MebaruNo, it is "wind & bug protection" per the UD website. To be used with a tarp for rain protection.
Axman6
29
Mar 13, 2019
ergopowerUrgh, this was nearly my perfect bivy, thanks for the heads up.
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