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Bivvy on a budget (8 posts / 2,381 views)
ScreamingRun ScreamingRun
Posts: 189
Post #1 16 May 2023 14:04
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Ok so slowly getting back into my carping after a long absence and need to purchase a new bivvy. Not sure how many nights I will be doing and on a tight budget and so I am thinking of going down the 2nd route. Currently looking at a JRC Tx 2G 1 man which has a peak along with mosi mesh and also a Fox Royale classic of similar spec both of which are around the £100 mark. My local tackle has the Fox bivvy which I can look at before buying which is handy. Should I be going down this route ( second hand ) or should I spend a little more and purchase new like the Fox EOS which I can find at about £180.

Cheers
boonylocks boonylocks
Posts: 342
Post #2 16 May 2023 14:54
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In reply to Post #1
There are some great bargains out there on the 2nd hand market. I would advise to view before you buy, check all the zips pegging points etc.

They are also fairly easy to reproof. A tub of fabsil, a brush, and a nice sunny day are all you need.
The_Andyman The_Andyman
Posts: 11,332
Post #3 16 May 2023 15:00
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These seem good value for money and have some info in the table section recently

https://thetackletavern.co.uk/product/solar-undercover-green-bivvy-1-man/?utm_source=Google%20Shopping&utm_campaign=Google%20Shopping%20Feed&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=116711&gclid=CjwKCAjw04yjBhApEiwAJcvNoTWVgU1G20MQEdC3n07d2wuuBwnx1XF7SPKUcI7mNYC7jC3WCFLA8hoCDqkQAvD_BwE
MiniWelsh MiniWelsh
Posts: 2,383
Post #4 16 May 2023 16:55
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In reply to Post #3
I was going to suggest the Undercover bivvy from Solar as a bargain. I have one and used a few times (prefer a brolly normally) and for the money it is great, especially with the reductions on them at the moment, which I assume is because they are discontinuing the range and focussing on the Uni Spiders (I don't know that, just looks like it's the case to me). I would always prefer to buy new than 2nd hand unless you are able to closely inspect for the reasons outlined below
oldgeezer oldgeezer
Posts: 27,037
Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #5 16 May 2023 17:51
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In reply to Post #1
Alex why dont you have a thumb ? you have made enough posts ?
then you can access the classifieds

you just missed a couple of new bivvies very cheap !! it might be an idea to list what you prefer some folk like little low shelters others need max height
some want acres of space some like to keep it compact

sent you a pm check it
harveyboy
Posts: 1,540
Post #6 16 May 2023 19:15
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In reply to Post #5
I bought a jrc defender one man off ebay for£104 delivered including the much needed second skin,absolute piece of pi$$ to erect and take down,fashion statement no,fit for purpose......oh yes. Weighs nothing, takes no space.
oldgeezer oldgeezer
Posts: 27,037
Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #7 16 May 2023 21:37
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In reply to Post #1
Buying new Personally if I were in your boots ..... I would buy this bivvy

REDUCED TO >>£149.99<< free delivery
SIZE 2.20 X 2.60 X 160
Front and groundsheet included
peak and rear vents 10,000hh

no question from this shop
free delivery great after sales should you ever need it too
LINKY POO
Boris_Carp Boris_Carp
Posts: 2,135
Post #8 17 May 2023 15:09
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Alex I have sent you a pm
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