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Your personal bug bunker.
Consider the Outdoor Research Bug Bivy as your personal fortress against blood-thirsty insects when you're sleeping soundly under a brilliant canopy of stars. This ultra-light bivy lends itself to minimalist backpacking trips where two things are certain: swarms of biting insects and pleasantly clear weather. No-See-Um Mesh facilitates impressive stargazing on cloudless evenings while keeping biting insects from feasting on your slumbering self. Hydroseam (2-layer) floor material and fully sealed seams prevent ground moisture from seeping through and dampening your sleeping bag.
The Bug Bivy retains its structure in blustery conditions, thanks to a Derlin Single Pole system, three stake loops, and two guy line loops. The Derlin Single Pole system is removable for ultralight backpackers shaving every possible ounce of excess weight. Other key features include sleeping pad straps for a secure fit and an internal mesh pocket for stashing small essentials, such as your flashlight or glasses.
Details
- No-See-Um Mesh upper (polyester)
- Hydroseal floor (2-layer)
- Seam-taped floor
- Derlin Single Pole system
- Sleeping pad straps
- Internal mesh pocket
- Three stake loops
- Two guy line loops
- Item #ODR00G4
This item is made with PFAS chemicals.
- Material
- (body) [face fabric] 100% polyester mesh, (floor) [membrane/laminate] Hydroseal (2-layer), [face fabric] 100% nylon
- Poles
- yes, Delrin single-pole system
- Pole Attachment
- fully sealed
- Seams
- taped floor seams
- Interior Height
- 17 in
- Floor Dimensions
- 89 x 26in
- Trail Weight
- [with pole] 16 oz, [without pole] 14.9 oz
- Recommended Use
- backpacking, ultralight backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 38 ratings
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This lightweight and durable product provides good protection from bugs and insects. Many found it easy to set up and appreciated its ventilation and ability to keep them comfortable in warm weather. However, some noted the mesh can be too close to the body and it may not provide full protection from all types of bugs. Some also had issues with the pole design and setup. Overall, it works well for many users, especially for backpacking and camping in bug-prone areas, but may require additional gear for optimal performance.
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageAugust 1, 2025
Item defective.
Upon opening package it is very apparent the channel for the pole as well as the zipper have been stitched closed rendering this item unusable. After looking to exchange the item I saw that there are no exchanges or returns authorized. Materials used seem solid, won't get to see if it holds up now.
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
July 25, 2025
Where is the pole hole?
Looks nice but where is the opening for the pole?! I purchased one a few weeks ago and when I tried to test it out couldn't find the opening for the pole........looks like the hole was sewn shut and I didn't feel comfortable cutting it open and possibly void the warranty. OR sent me a replacement and it's also got the hole sewn shut......what the heck!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
July 21, 2025
The bivy works well as intended. The missing star is because the pole sleeve was sewn shut when it arrived and needed to be cut open, potentially cutting other stitches in the process.
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
June 20, 2025
add on
I have not used this yet. Will look to pair with my tipi tent during mid season for bugs
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
June 15, 2025
Good product
I gave it 4 stars because it didn't come with instructions and the hole where I am supposed to put the pole in was sewn shut. I had to figure it out and cut the threads myself. It could easily be over looked by others.
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
May 31, 2025
Excellent summer bivy!
Easy to set up, light, and well built... love this bug bivy!
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
May 16, 2025
Poor directions
What a terrible purchase, might as well not even have directions. I guess I'm just not smart enough to set it up. Let alone there are no videos on this thing
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
September 4, 2024
Did well until major mosquito attach.
The only real problem that I had is that it rested on my toes. When the bugs were really bad, I still got bitten by mosquitos there. Otherwise, it provided the protection I was after.
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
June 4, 2024
Hard to get into, very cramped, and fragile.
You can only enter this bivy through the zipper in the top, and for a fully grown man, it's not an easy feat. Once inside, it's very cramped. On top of that, the mesh broke during the first use. Needs a serious redesign. Currently I would only recommend this for a very small and nimble person that would treat it with utmost care.
Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
May 31, 2024
Worst money I ever spent
I bought this at a local sports store just v hours before sending my daughter off to camp. Spent a fortune on it! Brought it home just to realize it's nothing like the "drawing" and my daughter said it's like sleeping in a prison. She asked why she couldn't have a nice mosquito cover like all the other kids. Those covers are half the price but that store didn't have any left.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
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