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Summary: A bivi bag can make it possible for you to sleep under the stars while camping. Learn how to choose the right one in this free video series.
Bruce Lessels is president and co-founder of Zoar Outdoor, a full-service outdoor center in western Massachusetts offering whitewater rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, biking, fly...read more
"Hi, this is Bruce Lessels from Zoar Outdoor for expertvillage.com talking about camping. So you have a sleeping bag and you have a foam pad and you want to put the two together for the most comfortable sleep you can get. There are lots of different ways to do that but one nice way to do it is inside of a bivi style bag and this bivi bag is a breathable nylon bag that’s going to keeping mostly water tight, but its also going to breathe enough that its going to let you perspire and let the perspiration go out. Putting that outside of a sleeping bag on top of a foam pad and then even on top of another foam pad they can act as a pillow, is a great way to keep you really warm and really comfortable at night. This is also a great way if you want to sleep out under the stars without a tent because this will keep the dew from getting your bag wet but it’ll allow you to sleep outside and really enjoy the stars and enjoy the night without the burden of a tent over you."
eHow Article: Consider the Benefits of a Bivi Bag for Camping Without a Tent