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Trakker Tempest RS Range (81 posts / 24,054 views)
Smashing_It Smashing_It
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Post #1 8 Aug 2024 10:40
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Just after some user reviews if possible, I know some people said they had concerns about the plastic knuckle/spring, so mainly want to hear if anyone has had any issues with these yet as I'm looking at getting one in the new year.

Thanks
AndyCarper82 AndyCarper82
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Post #2 8 Aug 2024 11:04
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Eye watering prices for the kit. Is it worth £979 ( usually available at £879+) for a 150 size bivvy? The 100 is £899 - 944.99rrp... discounted to £799 - £850 ish.... Social caps are £400 - £450 rrp alone...

Lol.. . Makes a Nash titan or Fox Frontier look cheap....
HarrisonCarp HarrisonCarp
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Post #3 8 Aug 2024 11:25
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I've used the normal 100T for a few years and it's fast to setup with no issues and doesn't cost the earth.

They also purposely made the new RS range NOT fit any of the non-RS accessories like infill panels, skull caps, wraps etc so that if you just fancied upgrading your core bivvy......you can't unless you buy all the accessories you regularly use with it.

Prutser Prutser
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Post #4 8 Aug 2024 11:33
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In reply to Post #3
I got the RS100, perfect...been out about 20 nights and very easy set up, pack down.
Love mine
AndyCarper82 AndyCarper82
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Post #5 8 Aug 2024 14:39
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In reply to Post #3
I've also got the standard 100T with cap, wrap, social and it's been perfect, I see the aquatex 100T has also now been discontinued, this was probably required as it was so underpriced at a mere £599 rrp.

john5 john5
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Post #6 11 Aug 2024 11:01
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In reply to Post #1
All good for now 👍
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #7 12 Aug 2024 08:56
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Anyone know if there are any plans to bring out a Utility front for the RS range or if previous front will suffice?
scar
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Post #8 12 Aug 2024 09:44
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In reply to Post #1
My RS150 is holding up well and a great bit of kit IMHO, only real down side is the cost however, most good items are expensive these days.
Spod Spod
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Post #9 12 Aug 2024 09:50
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Also got the RS100 and agree, it is the perfect shelter for me. One niggle is the groundsheet, don't like clip-in jobs personally.
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #10 12 Aug 2024 10:25
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In reply to Post #8
Makes it look even more expensive when you can get a aqua pioneer ultralite and skull cap for less than £400 now.
mistercarp
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Post #11 12 Aug 2024 21:07
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In reply to Post #10
Plus that has thicker fabric aswel. Doesn't mean it's better quality though, but still. That always strikes me when comparing Trakker's and Aqua's Aquatexx: Aqua's is much thicker.
AndyCarper82 AndyCarper82
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Post #12 13 Aug 2024 06:59
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In reply to Post #11
Thicker fabric = dries out slower. There's always a positive and negative.

The more people willing to pay ridiculous money for a slightly updated tempest rs the more encouraging it is for Trakker to keep hiking prices and their profit margins.

£900 for a 100 aquatexx which was half that price not long ago is simply outrageous imo.
devon157
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Post #13 13 Aug 2024 08:42
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Yes those prices are just insane, I can't honestly see how they can justify those prices.
mistercarp
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Post #14 15 Aug 2024 06:33
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I seriously looked at one to buy (rs brolly) a short while back, but certain elements made me think again and not buying it and keeping my Fox Frontier X.
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #15 15 Aug 2024 11:55
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In reply to Post #13
It's because people keep paying it,wait a few months and prices normally drop
Smashing_It Smashing_It
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Post #16 15 Aug 2024 12:21
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Thanks for all the replies.

I get it's a costly bit of kit but I'm expecting it to last a fair while.

One other question, how is the groundsheet? I've seen some mention it seems thinner than previous ones, is this correct?
vossy1 vossy1
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Post #17 15 Aug 2024 14:17
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In reply to Post #16
One other question, how is the groundsheet? I've seen some mention it seems thinner than previous ones, is this correct?
I wouldn't let that put you off, you can always use the original as a template and cut one from a much heavier duty material if it bothers you
Smashing_It Smashing_It
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Post #18 16 Aug 2024 10:16
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In reply to Post #17
Appreciate the idea, but that's more work for something that is already costing a fair whack.

Do you have one? Is the groundsheet thinner than previous versions of it?
vossy1 vossy1
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Post #19 16 Aug 2024 10:29
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In reply to Post #18
Appreciate the idea, but that's more work for something that is already costing a fair whack.

I don't blame you for thinking that. No I don't have a RS but if the GS is thinner that's a bit of a poor show from Trakker.

A lot of manufacturers cut costs on their GS. I'm out of touch, my last purchase was the Air V2 and that groundsheet was very poor compared to my old Fox Eurodome ground sheet. Cost of tent seems to be irrelevant nowadays, even expensive family tents have really poor associated ground sheets, just plain nylon or polyester weave and thin at that. Whenever we buy a new tent we always buy a HD GS for it, lots of sellers on Ebay, I'll be doing the same if I get the RS, which I'm sorely tempted by, if it's GS isn't up to scratch. I'm still using my Eurodome GS with my Air V2.
Belch Belch
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Post #20 16 Aug 2024 11:08
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Think its a weight saving thing to ensure the stats look better for all those mobile wannabees. . .daft really as if your going to bother using a groundsheet it really needs to be heavy (like the original Armo gsheets) and maybe priced as a separate accessory rather than a bundled cost.
vossy1 vossy1
MODERATORMOD
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Post #21 17 Aug 2024 15:38
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In reply to Post #20
There's a certain irony from the marketing pov in that most will end up on barrows where weights a mute point
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #22 18 Aug 2024 07:27
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In reply to Post #21
I would say 95% will be on a barrow.
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #23 18 Aug 2024 09:31
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In reply to Post #20
It's a cost saving thing for Trakker
activeviii activeviii
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Post #24 18 Aug 2024 10:19
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In reply to Post #16
I have the rs150. Also the older 100t. Over nights or as a day shelter the 100t is fine. For longer sessions then the rs150.
Downside is the plastic elbows are flipping tight to pull open. I have health issues and grip is poor and trying ro hold and pull two half's apart was a piggin mare.

I ended making some plastic doughnuts with grub screw in. Slid them up the tube, from bottom. Then clamp them 10mm from the elbow. Makes life so much easier and does not damage anything. The grub screws have rubber inserts to help prevent digging into the tube paint
Gregc1980
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Post #25 18 Aug 2024 19:37
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In reply to Post #24
Mmmmmmmmm 🍩
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #26 19 Aug 2024 13:31
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Im sure something like that will be on the mk2 version to justify the astronomically price. I can imagine it would be quite difficult to pull them pole out of the knuckle with wet slippy hands. It definitely needs a little flange or something to hold onto.
Rich9791 Rich9791
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Post #27 25 Aug 2024 18:07
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Not impressed, had my RS150 up
In the garden today drying after packing up in the rain yesterday.

One of the metal poles just sheared in the knuckle and now needs replaced. Only used it 5 times.

Now I'm about to find out how good the customer service is.
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #28 25 Aug 2024 18:40
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In reply to Post #27
Not the first person I've heard having issues
Teddybare
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Post #29 25 Aug 2024 21:46
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Don't think I'll bother then.
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #30 3 Sep 2024 20:35
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In reply to Post #27
what happened about this??
Rich9791 Rich9791
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Post #31 4 Sep 2024 21:18
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In reply to Post #30
I didn't bother speaking to Trakker tbh.

I bought a replacement from their spares website for £45 delivered.

I just wanted it up and running again asap.
JackWhitstable JackWhitstable
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Post #32 4 Sep 2024 22:35
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The original 100T in the new RS version is 10 cm smaller in height? Seems odd to go shorter.
alpha-male
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Post #33 5 Sep 2024 09:44
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I've the brolly RS, it's the perfect size for anything 24 hours to a week. Great bit of kit, built well IMO. But you'll always have those who love a whine or three. Forum fish wives. Take anything off here with a huge pinch of salt.
BradC
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Post #34 13 Mar 2025 20:37
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I have just bought the trakker tempest rs 100 and the first time I used it the middle pole snapped at the knuckle.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #35 7 Apr 2025 14:15
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Going to be ordering an RS150 bivvy, skull cap and the magnetic insect panel. Looking like being around £1180. This will be my last big purchase so i want to make sure I am getting the best thats out there.

Might even get a social cap for France trips but thats going to set me bck another £400.

So, am i getting a seriously good bivvy or just a very overpriced one?
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #36 7 Apr 2025 17:43
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I was going to get one of these myself but decided against it as just too low for my bad back. From what I have read they great bivvys but suffer severely from condensation. They just released a vapour shield you can fit inside of the bivvy that will solve this and it also has a built in led strip for lighting. Probably worth adding to the cart
mark1009
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Post #37 7 Apr 2025 18:00
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Like they couldn't be bothered to do enough testing on an upgrade to ensure no condensation. These people are taking the piss and taking your money. For everyone's sake stop buying overpriced underdeveloped equipment. It shouldn't take version 4.0 to correct design faults. Especially not at these prices. I have trakker bivvies, I'm not buying another one unless they pull their finger, out, snd stop extracting the micturation from the ordinary increasingly impecunios punter. That arse hole trump has just wiped 20% off my pension. I'm going to have to give this hobby up soon if things don't change.
Churchy Churchy
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Post #38 7 Apr 2025 19:54
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In reply to Post #36
Interesting, I've just flogged my tempest 100 as it was too low for my knackered back and now using an RS Brolly and the height is so much better. Coupled with a higher bedchair I can actually move around the morning after a night on the bank. As for condensation, I haven't had a drop, used it the first time with the skull cap and since then not bothered as don't need it, that's without the front on. I've been well impressed with the material.
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #39 7 Apr 2025 21:40
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In reply to Post #38
The Rs150 is only 150cm high which for someone like myself is a struggle having a really poor back. If it was in line with the titan t1 pro or even the lower frontier XD I would of bought one tomorrow as do like the ease of setup and quality material.

As for condensation I can only quote on many reports including reviews on YouTube. If it wasn't an issue not sure why they just released the vapour shield to specifically combat condensation.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #40 8 Apr 2025 08:34
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In reply to Post #36
I am currently using a Nash Titan Hide XL Camo Pro with an internal vapour shield and it has never suffered from condensation. To be honest, i cant fault the Nash but i really need something that I can fit a social cap on and unfortunately Nash dont do them. Looked at the Frontier but they only do an extended cap which is too big.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #41 8 Apr 2025 08:54
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In reply to Post #36
Just seen the internal shield. Turn your bivvy into a disco!!!

Prefer the skull cap to be honest as it adds an external peak.
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #42 8 Apr 2025 09:55
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Lol yeah the led looks tacky af. Can only assume in the flesh will be better on low white as photo shows individual leds a lot easier. They had to justify the £120 price tag somehow

Here is a little review I watched on Youtube with the RS150 with social cap.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JixG0dimW5Q&t=24s
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #43 8 Apr 2025 10:12
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In reply to Post #42
I did actually watch that video yesterday and yes he's right. Not really a social cap, more of an extension. But thats really what im after, as will mean more room for me on French trips and somewhere to hang my disco ball in.

He could probably do with a smaller table as well
Churchy Churchy
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Post #44 8 Apr 2025 10:41
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In reply to Post #39
Well I was out again last night, dropped to 3 degrees and not one drop of condensation, my old nylon 100 would've been soaked.
I don't think they just released the vapour shield because of issues, the RS range were released with the attachments for it so it must have always been planned.
It maybe worse with the front on but currently, it's performing better than any previous aquatex or nylon bivvys I've had.
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #45 8 Apr 2025 10:52
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In reply to Post #44
Yeah in all honesty with no front on condensation shouldn't really be an issue as technically the inside of your bivvy will be roughly the same temp as outside. Would love to know with the door on what the results are.

Either way as mentioned I do like the look of it and if it wasnt for the low height would of owned one myself so not knocking it at all was just quoting what others have said
CityKoi CityKoi
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Post #46 10 Apr 2025 13:44
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In reply to Post #39
Sold mine as I got condensation with front and cap on and a mate has one and everytime he uses with no front there is loads. The previous material was superior. The new design is good however. They are bringing out overwraps later on in year I believe. Currently use a quest mk3 with overwrap and not a drop with full front on it. Also zip in Groundsheet which trakker need to introduce IMO.
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #47 10 Apr 2025 13:51
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Yeah that is basically in line with what I have read and what people have said. Having a look online the RS150 vapour shield is also sold out everywhere lol so people must of been dying to get hold of them.
CityKoi CityKoi
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Post #48 10 Apr 2025 14:47
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In reply to Post #47
Vapour shield won't stop it just cover it up. Plus also get it down sides. Needs an overwrap..I just think the material isnt as good or as thick as the aquatexx ev.
Belch Belch
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Post #49 10 Apr 2025 15:34
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Ultralite 100 still rules then! Thicker material / solid build / zero condensation / permanent skull cap / decent rake & door height. . . get one before they discontinue again!
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #50 10 Apr 2025 16:39
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In reply to Post #49
Love mine,won't change it for anything around at the moment
chrispfox chrispfox
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Post #51 10 Apr 2025 16:40
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In reply to Post #49
Yep to this. Had mine more than a year and its brilliant. No condensation, great space, quick to put up.

Not saying the Tempests aren't good but I do love my ultralite
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #52 10 Apr 2025 17:01
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So basically the RS150 with vapour shield/peak is still bad for condensation?
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #53 10 Apr 2025 17:32
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In reply to Post #52
It will still get condensation,you just won't be see it.If you pack bivvy away with vapour shield fitted and it's still damp it will end up wrecked.It will trap between the two layers and go mouldy
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #54 10 Apr 2025 18:13
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In reply to Post #53
Any inside or just between bivvy top and vapour shield?
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #55 10 Apr 2025 19:46
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In reply to Post #54
Between the layers
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #56 10 Apr 2025 20:28
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In reply to Post #55
Think I'll stick with me Nash.
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #57 11 Apr 2025 09:47
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My mate has just bought a rs and i was surprised how thin and cheap the material looked compared to my ultralite 100. Some cracking deals on the ultralite with skull cap at the moment as well. Paid £500 for mine but seen them as low as £450 which is the bargain of the year with how much a top end bivvy costs these days.
The-Heff The-Heff
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Post #58 12 Apr 2025 08:34
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I was after a tempet 100 aquatexx ev bivvy for ages. Keeping my eyes on sales etc as i refuse to pay what they wanted. Got the bivvy, skull cap and skull wrap, and pretty sure the mozzy mesh for £550 when angling direct sold them off cheap when the rs was due out.
Read a few stories about the material going funny when damp, but its been spot on for me.

They will no doubt bring out an improved material and add a few £100 to the price soon.

The new nylon tempest should br decent. That nylon on my 100 brolly v2 was decent, and dried really quick
Mistabite
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Post #59 25 Jun 2025 17:40
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How are people getting on with their tempest rs bivvies in the long term?

I was going to go for the brolly but saw the rs 100 bivvy is £799... the rs brolly with the same infill, groundsheet and sticks is about £730 ish.

Not much between them cost wise but the bivvy is 5 cm taller and a bit bigger overall, it's a tough choice.

I think Trakker will probably release a new version in spring next year as well

Did anyone else have to make a decision between the brolly and bivvy and were you happy with your choice?
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #60 25 Jun 2025 21:22
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In reply to Post #59
I have the Rs100 bivvy + skull cap + magnetic mozzie mesh.

Can't fault it. Perfect size. Quick up, quick down.
finbob finbob
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Post #61 27 Jun 2025 09:24
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In reply to Post #27
The poles were sh*t on the original models and still going? Thats Pee poor!!
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #62 2 Jul 2025 17:27
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In reply to Post #60
Fivenil

How do you rate the RS100 vs the Hide XL Pro for space and pack down size?

I need to get something smaller to save some space for upcoming French trip was going to buy the Hide XL Pro but now debating getting the RS100?
mistercarp
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Post #63 2 Jul 2025 21:43
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In reply to Post #62
Save some space where? In your car or bank account?
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #64 2 Jul 2025 22:01
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Lol I can get a new Rs 100 for £450 so there's not much in the price considering the hide needs a front and hd sheet.

Just need something small for upcoming French holiday where me and a mate going France with 2 x boats and all gear all in my amarok. Even bought an mf60 compact for the occasion and Im 21 stone 😂😂😂

Thinking could possible use the Rs for weekend trips too but the problem is I also have a T1 pro and Blockhouse Pro
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #65 2 Jul 2025 22:10
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The rs100 bivvy for £450,is it secondhand
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #66 2 Jul 2025 22:38
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Nope. Anyways how much and where I get it from should be of no concern in this conversation lol purely wanted input on the bivvy
Euroboybobbin Euroboybobbin
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Post #67 3 Jul 2025 01:27
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I can get a Hide with infill for £220 but I won't tell you in this conversation...

🤣🤣🤣
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #68 3 Jul 2025 19:20
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In reply to Post #66
Very helpful
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #69 3 Jul 2025 20:40
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Braders

I asked Fivenil a comparison on 2 x bivvys I was interested in. The only reply I got was about saving money. When I replied the money side isnt as bad as I can get a good deal I get questioned on it by yourself and some silly comments about cheap hides. You sarcastically say very helpful but all I have had from my initial post were pointless responses.

Anyways doesnt matter I bought the RS 100 hopefully its okay for a french trip. And I bought it from someone who won it in a raffle hence the price. Hope thats helpful
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #70 3 Jul 2025 22:08
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Thats all you needed to say,hope its what you want if not I'll give you 400 for it
Marshall08 Marshall08
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Post #71 4 Jul 2025 15:06
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I bought the RS Brolly as don't use a ground sheet and it works out cheaper; big for a brolly(massive) and looks good quality - i had a pioneer for a 1 wk before the spreader cracked.

I think the RS is currently the best available so went with that and would presume at some point an aftermarket company will bring out a upgraded ali spreader plate if there is a requirement.
JC1972
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Post #72 4 Jul 2025 16:28
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In reply to Post #71
Is it quite spacious? Unfortunately none on display locally
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #73 7 Jul 2025 10:03
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Lol

I had a play in my garden. Its made well enough. The fabric doesnt feel as premium as what it sounds on the tin and its a bit low for a fat guy with a bad back but its really nice and compact in the bag for transport and really does set up in 5s.

Was impressed enough to buy the skull cap and insect panel too for it so now not so cheap anymore
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #74 7 Jul 2025 10:21
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Apologies, only just read this thread again.

I originally bought the RS150, skull cap, magnetic mozzie and social cap. It was massive. Used for a week in France and sold it when back in the UK.

Bought the 100 and would say it is pretty much the same size as my Nash, possibly a tad smaller.

Very nice bit of kit and love the magnetic mozzie mesh. Apparently, you can pack it down with the front and peak still on but i havent tried that yet. Think you have to leave the door unzipped?

Only reason i bought this was because I wanted the social cap and not the extension ike the Fox has.
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #75 7 Jul 2025 15:22
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Fivenil

Yeah I like it. Just bought the social cap too ha as its on sale for £280 thought why not. Might have to sell my T1 Pro to justify all this extra expenditure
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #76 7 Jul 2025 16:43
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In reply to Post #75
Can you send me link where you are gettng the social cap from please?
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #77 7 Jul 2025 17:02
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https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/176294879724?var=475778539389

With code WVAFISHINGSALE2 for extra 10% off at checkout came to £283. Wish I bought the skull cap from them too as it came to £120 where I paid £140
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #78 7 Jul 2025 18:22
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Cheers mate.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #79 8 Jul 2025 07:59
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Drat! Sold out!
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #80 8 Jul 2025 09:42
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Ah yeah just had a look for you. When I bought it there was still more than 10 available. Maybe message them see if they can do the same deal outside of ebay for when they get stock?
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #81 8 Jul 2025 09:56
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In reply to Post #80
Good idea, i will try that thanks mate. Not in any hurry for it just yet anyway.
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