Review Date
September 30, 2003

Overall Rating
 1 of 5

Value Rating
 3 of 5

Reviewed by: brett(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker

Price Paid:  $50.00 at Prodeal

Summary:
I have only used this bivy twice in the 2 years I've owned it. First time was in a light/misty rain storm- my bag got soaked, but not from the rain, from my own perspiration. Second time was in a tent, in winter; bag was frozen due to cold temps and perspiration. Since I have a down bag, this becomes problematic.

Review Date
December 30, 2002

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Reviewed by: Romania(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Phoenix, AZ

Price Paid:  $105.00 at REI

Summary:
I have been using this bivy for a little over a year. This basic design is perfect for most of the conditions I find in Arizona, but in wetter conditions I have been rigging a simple tarp to protect my head and face from the wind and rain. I have had no problems with the durablity of this bag. With the exception of some condinsation at times, the bivy has kept me dry in the worst downpours. If you are looking for a lightweight bare bones bivy that is reliable, this is it. If you are looking for complete protection from wet and bugs you may consider a bivy with a closure around the face (i.e. OR's Advanced Bivy)

Similar Products Used:
O.R. Advanced Bivy, TNF (unknown model)

Review Date
March 4, 2002

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

Visitors rate this review
4.50 of 5, 2 votes

Reviewed by: soupyelodea(Unregistered User) ,  Backpacker , from Santa Fe, NM, USA

Price Paid:  $50.00 at Local Pro-deal

Summary:
I use this bivy along with a Mountain Hardwear bag upgrade and an REI mummy bag. It's a terrific combination. The Conduit SL really keeps the chill off in the winter and breathes well with one notable exception: the sides. After a night out in sub-freezing temperatures, the bivy transports most moisture out but I still had ice buildup around the zipper and on the opposite side. The stackable zipper option is a cool feature but it requires you to buy Mountain Hardwear bags to really get the full use of.
I wouldn't hesitate to use this in place of a tent during the warmer months. Very compact and about as light as a loaf of bread.

Customer Service:
N/A

Similar Products Used:
generic tarp