Looking into a new bivvy to keep me dry..

[jgddaps]

would apreciate any guidence on what would serve me well

[jeffe]

There's not a lot of tackle discussion on here usually fella but here's my view on it.

I love the S7 Pro but it's bloody heavy so you need to think about that. You can pick one up on eBay these days at a very decent price.

The Titan is also very heavy but would get the thumbs up from many anglers.

I nearly bought a Double Top Pro and think that is a good piece of kit for the money. The new Mk3 is around now I think with a big vent in the back.

You haven't listed the new Avid HQ bivvy which is the muts nuts. Have a look at that.

I would also look at the Venture Razorback Bivvy System which I think is an excellent product. Get their Vaporskin to go with it. Stops condensation and is better than mucking aabout with an overwrap.

[flighty]

hi there jgddaps
With respect I think that bivvy choice is really a personal choice. There are far to many variables to take into account. Things such as

where your fishing, are the swims a bit tight as this can influence your choice. Bear in mind a decent oval brolly will fit anywhere whereas some of the larger bivvies require a much larger space, you can however park your car in some.

when your fishing ie spring, summer or whole year. This will dictate whether or not you need an overwrap or not

your personal finances. You can get a nash profile plus for £65
or you can pay several hundreds of pounds. It all depends upon the depth of your pocket.

The weight is also important as it needs to be carried or barrowed to your swim. Also if it's to heavy you won't want to up sticks & move if the need arises.

I can't fault what Jeffe has already said but would suggest you give a bit of thought to just what you require from a shelter & then see whats about that meets your requirements. Your initial list includes bivvies brollies & almost semi permernant homes. Unfortunately in my humble opinion none of these will suit every need i.e a big bivvy won't fit in a tight little swim whilst a brolly won't be of much use in the middle of winter. It's horses for courses really.
Anyway heres hoping you find what your after.

[garypoacher]

In my opinion theres only 1 decent Bivi on the market and thats the Trakker pioneer mine is over 4 years old its used right through the winter unlike many peoples tackle and it still dont leak ;D

[god]

and its purple ;D.