Should I buy the Alpkit Hunka bivvy?

[velvetmonkey]

Hi all,

I know Cerebra147 has asked a similar question earlier this month, but still need some more guidance/direction..........

I'm determined to get some bivvying in over the winter months, as I haven't got to camp out anywhere near as much this year as I wanted. Bivvying would give me more opportunities than setting up (and carrying!!) the tent.

Saw the Alpkit Hunka on the web and they're selling for £30 (doesn't seem too bad?)

I have a Hi Gear Snooza 400 mummy type sleeping bag, which has served me well (when used with a tent and once, with just a groundhseet and an overhead tarp on a cold overnighter on Salt Island!).
Just wondering if this type/brand of bivvy bag is a good bit of kit and worth buying.
Weight is of importance, as the less I have to carry the better!
Don't know if this bivvy/sleeping bag set up is going to work or not - fairly new to the outdoors

Can anyone help?

[Mourneman]

Is it this one,
ttp://www.alpkit.com/hunka


look's the job alright and for fourty quid,bargain

[velvetmonkey]

Thanks jsurginor - took the plunge and ordered it.
Will let you know how I get on..........................

[hud]

Hey velvetmonkey - do let me know how you get on...thinking of ordering one myself ( though i'll need the Hunka XL  )

[dean1970]

I use a goretex bivi even in a tent. Keeps the bag dry from the dog.

I have to say i like the hooped end bivi. Give that bit more space around the head.

[RedLeader]

I have a Hunka and it's definitely a good bit of gear, doubly so considering how cheap it is! The only issue it has is it's quite tight but this is intentional  - it's the perfect size for the Alpkit Pipedream sleeping bags so helps keep you warm.

[Matthew]

They are a great bit ok kit BUY BUY BUY. If you are getting one get the XL one as it is a bit more roomy.

[velvetmonkey]

Thanks to all for the guidance.

Went ahead with the XL version.
Thought that the extra leg room would be come in handy.

Looking forward to trying it out soon........

[Spud]

one of these is on my (very long  ) list of gear that I want!  BUt it is near the top, so I hope to be getting 1 pretty soon!

[velvetmonkey]

My bivvy bag arrived on Saturday - if nothing else, the guys @ Alpkit are quick!

[pablo]

madness, i,ll never sleep on the ground again!

i can see your point though from a price perspective, but you simply cannot beat a tarp and hammock for a comfortable night.

tenth wonder also do a hammock with a waterproof layer that can be set up like a tent if theres no trees about.