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Grade 1 is top condition. You can't go wrong with purchasing anything grade 1. All the best. John

Glad you enjoyed it!

You will always get water in the hood area around your face so I would always recommend a tarp as a n extra precaution

There is a hack where you turn the Bivy upside down. It's better than getting the hood filled with rainwater but not totally ideal.

Why not?

Just my opinion, but I would guess that varies on what each individual can comfortably carry & depending on the weather conditions you will likely not need all of the components for the sleep system to be effective. (You could probably get away with leaving the lightweight sleeping bag at home, unless you are expecting conditions to dip below -30 degrees, which I don’t think has happened in the UK for thousands of years) hope that helps

Update .... I used just the liner, the jungle sleeping bag, in a Gore-Tex outer, and slept at -2c. Dont get me wrong, it was a horrible experience and I barely slept, but it was not life threatening, just uncomfortable. I just wish I took the whole kit. Had I taken the main sleeping bag I would have been toasty, but the important thing is that this kit really will keep you alive outside the official limits. Whereas most kit on amazon will NOT function ABOVE the official limits they state.

To get the real low temperature protection, what combination of elements/pieces of kit would you recommend. I’m off somewhere in Europe where winter is always very cold. Some degree of protection down to -25° would be very helpful. Thanks for the great advice and follow up info 👍

@@francisoneill3784 I cant stress enough that if you are heading out to temps that low you should definitely get some professional advice.....but .... the full British modular system should do it. That involves the cotton inner, jungle bag, winter bag, and goretex bivvie, all layered at once. I would also add at least one thermal mattress of some description, possibly two. Something like a full length thermarest and/or full length foam mattress underneath. I recently went on a spring camp and the temperature fell below zero unexpectedly. (and I only had a summer set up) I was shocked about how much heat I lost through the ground and through the unfastened gap in the bivvie. I would also note that its worth taking a thin balaclava and hat with you to keep your head warm. You dont want to tuck your head into the bag and risk filling it with moist air. Similarly I would suggest taking a couple of emergency space blankets in case things get out of hand. They awful for condensation but can really help trap heat as long as you dont wrap them too tight or breath directly under them. Good luck on your travels mate. I strongly suggest getting some professional guidance and practise before your trip. -25c is very serious business. All the best.

Yes tried and tested up in bonnie Scotland.....snug as a bug in a rug

Like I said I am a big lad so the more layers of comfort I have below me then the better nights sleep I will have.

Most people watching this will be using this for camping and Bushcraft not Rambo quick extraction events! 😆 Chill! Take the meds and dream of fluffy clouds ☁️

@@johncrouch8988 No...I'm Always "on guard" ready

@@carforumwanker good for you. I go camping to relax! Each to their own!

@@allenvbarrett of course it will thats why goretex jackets have zips !!!! Ever seen a modern waterproof zip and flap covering it ? 😂😂😂😎😎

Hi Andy. I have the large bag. Dont buy any smaller as you will be restricted on movement.Thanks for watching mate look out for some more videos soon now I have some free time. John

@@thegreatoutdoors3990 Thanks for that John, brand new, large size, full kit now in the post to me.... can't wait to get out and try it out when it arrives. Thanks for the advice. Look forward to more of your posts.....subb'd!! Cheers. Andy.

The bit I find a bit annoying is that the light weight bag and medium bags zips are in different position. One down the side the other down the middle of the bag. It's a pain to zip up both when used together...plus there is also an inner liner you fit inside to help keep the bag clean

cheers thanks

Hi Sean. the British army arctic bag is awesome as is the French bivvy Thanks for the sub I really need to get my finger out and do some more. John

Thanks Gregor. I will be posting another video in a couple of days. Thanks again.

Your right yi canny beat it..........new video coming up this weekend

Thanks Charlotte much appreciated