{"product_id":"chest-zip-bug-bivy","title":"Chest-zip Bug Bivy","description":"\u003cp class=\"ymg-fine, ymg-bold\" style=\"color: red\"\u003eNOTE: We are retiring this product to consolidate our product line. It will no longer be available after the remaining inventory is sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eDescription\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ymg-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-top: 15px\"\u003eOur lightest and simplest bivy, with the zipper running across the width.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest zipper on this bivy allows access from the front, making it best suited for use with smaller a-frame tarps.  The width and height taper for efficiency, while the tub helps provide extra splash protection. Offered in two sizes and two lengths* to help dial in your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOur lightest \u0026amp; simplest bivy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTapered shape for efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTub-floor provides extra splash protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRigging for connecting the bivy to a tarp is included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bivy is now available with either a 20D silpoly (~1.3 oz\/yd\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e after coating) floor for lower weight, or 40D Silpoly (~1.8 oz\/yd\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e after coating) floor for better durability.  20D floors tend to be vulnerable to things like pine needles and may benefit from the addition of a groundsheet in some locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"ymg-fine\"\u003e*If pairing with the Cirriform, the longer option will fit under the Regular Length 1P Cirriform Tarp (note that we also strongly recommend the Y-zip Bug Bivy over the Chest zip for pairing with the Cirriform).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePartners well with our:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/collections\/tarps\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eSimple tarps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhich zip is right for me?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also offer bivys with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/products\/bug-bivy\"\u003eY-zips\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/products\/ridge-zip-bug-bivy\"\u003eRidge zips\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChest Zip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entry from the front.  Best suited for a-frame tarps, especially smaller ones. Lightest option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/products\/bug-bivy\"\u003eY-Zip\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entry from the front, side, diagonal, or above.  Unzips all the way to the front corners which improves access. Well suited for most tarps.  Heaviest option.  \u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eBest bivy for pairing with our Cirriform Tarp, by far.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/products\/ridge-zip-bug-bivy\"\u003eRidge Zip\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entry from the side\/above.  Best suited for tarp pitches that allow better access from the side or from the top. Mid-weight option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"ymg-usamade\"\u003eMade in Montana, USA from imported materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n\/* Section *\/\n.section {\n  clear: both;\n  margin: 0px;\n  padding: 0px;\n}\n\/* Column *\/\n.col {\n  background: #eee;\n  display: block;\n  float:left;\n  margin: 1% 0 1% 2%;\n}\n.col:first-child { margin-left: 0 !important; }\n\n\/* Row *\/\n.row:before,\n.row:after { content:\"\"; display:table; }\n.row:after { clear:both;}\n.row { zoom:1; \/* For IE 6\/7 *\/ }\n\n\/* Grid *\/\n.grid_1_of_3{ width: 32% }\n.grid_2_of_3{ width: 66% }\n.grid_3_of_3{ width: 100% }\n\n\/* Full Width below 768 pixels *\/\n@media only screen and (max-width: 768px) {\n  .col {  margin: 1% 0 1% 0%; }\n  [class*='grid_'] { width: 100%; }\n}\n\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eWeights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\n  \u003ch5\u003eBivy w\/ 20D Floor\u003c\/h5\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\" style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eRegular Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eSmaller:\u003c\/span\u003e 155g | 5.5 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eBigger:\u003c\/span\u003e 181g | 6.4 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\" style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eLonger Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eSmaller:\u003c\/span\u003e n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eBigger:\u003c\/span\u003e 204g | 7.2 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eStuff sack:\u003c\/span\u003e 7g | 0.25 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\n  \u003ch5\u003eBivy w\/ 40D Floor\u003c\/h5\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\" style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eRegular Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eSmaller:\u003c\/span\u003e 215 g | 7.6 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eBigger:\u003c\/span\u003e 258 g | 9.1 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\" style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eLonger Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eSmaller:\u003c\/span\u003e n\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eBigger:\u003c\/span\u003e 273g | 9.6 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eStuff sack:\u003c\/span\u003e 13g | 0..44 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\n  \u003ch5\u003eRigging\u003c\/h5\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003e16' of 1\/16\" shockcord:\u003c\/span\u003e 12g | 0.41 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003e6 Clips:\u003c\/span\u003e 5.8g |  0.21 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003e2 Barrel cordlocks:\u003c\/span\u003e 1.2g | 0.04 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eNote: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-fine\"\u003eRigging for connecting the bivy to your tarp is included, but you'll need to install it. You will likely not need to use all of the shockcord.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch5\u003eEnvironmental\u003c\/h5\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eLandfill waste: 113g | 4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-fine\"\u003e(Average amount of landfill waste produced per bivy from in-house operations.)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eCarbon Footprint:\u003c\/span\u003e TBD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\n  \u003ch5\u003eSmaller size\u003c\/h5\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eWidth at head:\u003c\/span\u003e 32\" | 81.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eWidth at foot:\u003c\/span\u003e 25\" | 63.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eLength (standard):\u003c\/span\u003e 84\" | 213.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eLength (long):\u003c\/span\u003e 90\" | 228.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eHeight at head:\u003c\/span\u003e 20\" | 50.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eHeight at foot:\u003c\/span\u003e 16\" | 40.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eTub height:\u003c\/span\u003e 4\" | 10.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\n    \u003ch5\u003eBigger size\u003c\/h5\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eWidth at head:\u003c\/span\u003e 36\" | 91.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eWidth at foot:\u003c\/span\u003e 30\" | 76.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eLength (standard):\u003c\/span\u003e 84\" | 213.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eLength (long):\u003c\/span\u003e 90\" | 228.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eHeight at head:\u003c\/span\u003e 23\" | 58.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eHeight at foot:\u003c\/span\u003e 17\" | 43.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eTub height:\u003c\/span\u003e 6\" | 15.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eFloor: \u003c\/span\u003e20D Silpoly or 40D Silpoly available\n        \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eHydrostatic head for 20D: \u0026gt;4500mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eHydrostatic head for 40D: ~2000mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eUpper: \u003c\/span\u003e0.6 oz Noseeum netting\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eZipper: \u003c\/span\u003eYKK size #3\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ymg-specs-item\"\u003eStuff sack: \u003c\/span\u003e 20D or 40D Silpoly to match floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"col grid_1_of_3\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch6\u003eSet-up \u0026amp; use\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eDownload our \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1485\/3286\/files\/Bivy-PitchingGuide.pdf?v=1651967720\"\u003ePDF pitching guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tub-floor is intended to be suspended from its top corners by clipping them out to your tarp's corners using the included rigging.  Suspend the upper off or your face and feet by clipping it to points above.  Or, simply let the bivy drape over you, maybe suspending the front apex to keep the netting off of your face. \u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eFor recommendations on how to install the rigging, please see the \"Rigging\" tab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may wish to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/pages\/seam-sealing\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eseam seal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e the corners of the tub-floor.  It shouldn't be necessary for most situations, but may be helpful should you find water pooling on the ground around you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor simpler set-up when pitched without a tarp, consider using the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/products\/rigging-for-stand-alone-bivy-pitch\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eStand-alone rigging kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e which allows the bivy to be pitch with only 4 stakes and your poles.  For more information, please see the link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch6\u003eRigging\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ymg-product-description-wide\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ymg-accessory-wrapper\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ymg-accessory-box1\"\u003e\n      \u003ch5\u003eTo get started\u003c\/h5\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/span\u003e Rigging (shock cord, clips, and cord locks) is included with the bivy.  See the Specs for exactly what the bivy comes with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eYou'll want to attach rigging to 6 locations on the bivy:\u003c\/span\u003e top corners of the tub (4) and apexes (2).\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eTo determine the length of the cords:\u003c\/span\u003e Lay the bivy under your pitched tarp.  Then, measure the distance from the bivy's corner to the tarp's associated corner.  Cut the shock cord to that length (the two front lengths should be equal, as should the two lengths at the foot).\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003chr\u003e\n      \u003ch5\u003eTo install the cords:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou don’t need to follow our method, but this is how we like to do it.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eAt the corners\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003col class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eTie a loop on one end of the shock cord.  We like to use a simple overhand loop knot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eUsing a clinch knot, tie on a mitten hook to the other end of the cord.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eAttach the loop end of the cord to the tub with a girth hitch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ol\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eAt the apexes\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003col class=\"ymg-specs\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eTie a loop on one end of the shock cord using an overhand loop knot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePass the free end of the cord through a cord lock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePass the free end of the cord through the small webbing loop at the apex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eUsing a clinch knot, tie on a mitten hook to the free end of the cord.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-fine\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/span\u003e On the Ridge \u0026amp; Y-zip, webbing loops are found on both sides of the zipper at the front apex. Pass the cord through the loop on the side opposite the side you'd like to bivy to open towards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ol\u003e\n      \u003chr\u003e\n      \u003ch5\u003eStand-alone rigging kit:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFor pitching the bivy on its own, we also offer a \u003cspan class=\"ymg-bold\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/products\/rigging-for-stand-alone-bivy-pitch\"\u003estand-alone rigging kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.  This lightweight kit allows you to pitch the bivy with your poles and just four stakes.  Please see the rigging kit's page for more information and instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"YAMA Mountain Gear","offers":[{"title":"Smaller \/ Regular (84\") \/ 20D Silpoly - Slate Grey","offer_id":42282391208153,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Smaller \/ Regular (84\") \/ 20D Silpoly - Black","offer_id":42282391339225,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Smaller \/ Regular (84\") \/ 40D Silpoly - Dark Brown","offer_id":43567572680921,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Smaller \/ Long (90\") \/ 20D Silpoly - Slate Grey","offer_id":42282391240921,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Smaller \/ Long (90\") \/ 20D Silpoly - Black","offer_id":42282391371993,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Smaller \/ Long (90\") \/ 40D Silpoly - Dark Brown","offer_id":43567572713689,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bigger \/ Regular (84\") \/ 20D Silpoly - Slate Grey","offer_id":42282391273689,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bigger \/ Regular (84\") \/ 20D Silpoly - Black","offer_id":42282391404761,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bigger \/ Regular (84\") \/ 40D Silpoly - Dark Brown","offer_id":43567572746457,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bigger \/ Long (90\") \/ 20D Silpoly - Slate Grey","offer_id":42282391306457,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bigger \/ Long (90\") \/ 20D Silpoly - Black","offer_id":42282391437529,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bigger \/ Long (90\") \/ 40D Silpoly - Dark Brown","offer_id":43567572779225,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1485\/3286\/products\/OI001173-01_faea7095-84fd-4c91-a0a4-9cd4c70652f1.jpg?v=1641589591","url":"https:\/\/borahgear.live\/products\/chest-zip-bug-bivy","provider":"YAMA Mountain Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}