Quick post this – just got back from a fab trip in the Chiltern Hills filming for a client and back out to the Peak District for a few days shooting more video. Really enjoyed my bivvy in this scenic corner of southern England. Hopefully, I’ll be heading back that way soon…..
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TERRY ABRAHAM 
slightly squiffy there old son…but still making absolute sense…great vid, not sure about the bivvi though….
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Looks like your having a good time there mate, that's what it is all about 🙂
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I have lived under a bivvy for years when i was in the army, in the desert, arctic, jungle ETC
i am in the same boat as you Terry, I prefer a tent as then you have the option of both ways of sleeping
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@OWDBUM – I wasn't that bad! LOL
@Carl – Couldn't agree more, mate. Was a fab bivvy. Perfect.
@chris sumner – I know what you mean. Bivvy's have a place and I enjoy using them. But a tent in the UK is much more flexible and comfortable, for sure. Just my thoughts – not slagging off bivvying (why would I? I chose to do it on this trip).
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boozed up bivvying, my idea of fun. i'm a tarp and hammock man,great fun trying to get in your hammock after a few beers.
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@Warthog – I wasn't that bad ya know LOL Was a good bivy though 😉
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I'll admit, I am more of a fair weather bivvier… but it is a blast. Is that the Jupiter Terry? Nice bit of kit but I reckon it's a bit snug for me. I can also recommend a few drinks before hitting the sack!
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Im a self confessed bivvier although have never tried the hooped bivi.
I just love the freedom of laying down when ever and where ever I fancy and with such a small footprint and no need for pegs you have lots of options.
Looks like you found yourself a fine option there 🙂
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@Northern Walker – Well, it's just common sense etc aint it. The bivvy is a Rab Ridge Raider, mate. I await your drink recommendations with a drooling mouth 😉
@Willowisp – Thanks. I prefer the hooped bivvies now 🙂 Helps keep the damp or condensation at bay by moving the air around inside. I used a summer down bag for this trip. All was well. Plus, it's eVENT fabric – which is very breathable for a waterproof membrane fabric
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Fantastic blogcam post mate, love it.
Twigs.
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Ought with beer in it and camping and you love it, Twigs LOL 😉
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You know me too well mate. 🙂
Twigs
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Hi Terry,
Great vid, got a laugh from me.
I am interested in the Rab ridge raider and was wondering what you think of it? Any issues with condensation?
I climbed in one the other day and found it fairly spacious.
Cheers,
Ben.
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@bsdowling – Sorry for the late reply. Been away for a few days (as usual). I really like it, Ben. Not had one condensation issue yet. I think the eVent fabric helps and the fact it's a single looped bivvy. Helps circulate the air etc.
I have some niggles but that's for a review due in the next few weeks.
Otherwise, as I said – I love it so far! 🙂
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Cheers for getting back to me. After looking at various bivi's and climbing in a few I found this one best. And once again your recommendation has sealed the deal!
I like rab products generally and after your review of the alpine 600 I bought that and loved it. So hopefully this will live up to the billing.
I will be using it next week on a multi day trip.
Look forward to your review.
Ben.
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