Terra Nova Bothy Bags are a lightweight and compact emergency shelter with excellent features. Every group, expedition and single outdoor user should have one, they create a 'microclimate' for escaping from the elements - perfect for map reading, group discussions or even as a morale-booster for wet lunch breaks. Bothy bags come in a range of sizes and feature clear windows, mesh vents and roof 'sockets' which can house walking poles for additional support.
G**Y
Great just in case shelter
This is the best possible emergency shelter. I actually have 2 of the 2 person ones and a 4 person. I'm not sure why the are not more popular in the US. They seem to be more well known in Europe. It is quick and easy to deploy and painless to stuff back into the bag. I would recommend for any day hikers to keep from the worry of hiking on days when pop up storms are a possibility. It does get warm inside quickly but is vented to help with that. It would be nice a cozy in the winter because it retains your body heat very well.
M**E
Great safety value
As a Master Maine Guide I want quick warming shelter for emergency situations such as hypothermia summer and all year, injuries, inclement weather, and a small package to carry.Great item for this. The ultralight is smaller but I couldn't justify the price difference for what I do.
J**.
Great product that isn't super popular in the US
These aren't too popular in the United States, but combined with a lightweight bivy sack (emergency or regular) you can really create a survivable environment in horrible conditions. In less dire situations, these are nice to have for getting out of the weather while taking a break, changing out of wet layers, changing socks, attending to a medical issue (dressing change, blister care), determining navigation in bad weather, sitting out a storm, eating lunch out of the elementsI've mostly used mine to get out of the elements in the above situations and it's held up well. These aren't intended for regular/hard use but occasional or emergency use. For the price, weight and space, this is much more useful than a mylar space blanket.
C**S
Hopefully won’t need it.
I bought this to keep in a go bag in the car in case of breakdown where we need to exit the car and shelter on the other side of the armco. I did open it up to have a look and it seems well made.
D**Y
4 Person Bag
Light material, easily repacked. Easily fits 4 people
M**S
Always nice to have if it all goes south
Quality item.Always nice to have if it all goes south.
I**.
Four Stars
look like a soft lad on the hill, but i couldn't care less...excellent
J**N
Five Stars
Excellent bit of kit
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