Kit review on the British army modular sleeping system

Bushcraft camping outdoors prepping fun walking climbing

[@TheWtfnonamez]

Yeah its a great bit of kit, I just got the whole set up. I instantly went from "will my sleeping bag be warm enough" to "what bits should I leave at home so I dont overheat". Set up right it will keep you alive down to -37c, plus combined with the gortex bivvy its basically a sleeping bag and tent combined. Thanks for the video. You explain things very well.

[@TheWtfnonamez]

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.

[@francisoneill3784]

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 👍

[@TheWtfnonamez]

@@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.

[@soldier-Dave]

I used this system last night out on Ilkley moor. It got to -7 T 2am and I was as warm as toast all night! Great video thanks

[@jimsarranadventures3005]

Well done on your first video, great to hear Scottish accent, have recently bought the Sam waste and I’m just a wee guy.

[@HawkProductions13]

A great hands on video, very informative thanks!

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

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

[@CharlotteJoyce]

Great video and summary, nice job!

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

Thanks Charlotte much appreciated

[@penman8985]

Great video pal. Good set up, tried and tested. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

cheers thanks

[@cipher2]

i know it's been a while now but this was excellent for a first one, appreciate the review and info!

[@shaunwild8797]

Good vid mate. I use the French army bivvy with the British Arctic sleeping bag. I stayed lovely and warm all night in winter. Subbed you bud.

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

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

[@OllyJ2k9]

Great video mate

[@AdventureMadnessUK]

Good job m8 i look forward to the next...... brilliant i know wana go out and buy one for myself... U Canny Beat It lol

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

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

[@chrisandsamlivingthedream]

Nice one buddy .. I’ve just ordered a Army bivvi..

[@johnnunn8688]

Very good for first video, kudos. However, I’m screaming, ‘turn the roll mat over, stop it rolling back up!! Lol

[@francisoneill3784]

Thank you, nice explanation of the system and a great first video. Made me laugh with ‘Quasimodo’ 😂 👍

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ewancraig2069]

Hi John, Cheers for the video, loads of good information! Can I ask, did you get the system new or through a surplus website and if so, what was your experience like, all good? I’m 6 foot 3 like yourself so know the struggle haha Cheers again Ewan

[@lairdsky4604]

Interesting thanks for posting seems to me you would use either the army roll or the army 3/4 self inflating mat, both seems unnecessary? I'd trade out the roll for an air pillow 👍

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

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.

[@andrewcrofts531]

Nice one mate. Not that much info on youtube about this system so this was a great help in helping me decide to order one of my own. You are slightly taller than me and fitted in comfortably from what i saw. Is yours the large size or medium?? Cheers. Andy.

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

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

[@andrewcrofts531]

@@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.

[@Bawsackable]

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

[@williherberich5483]

Hello, how good are the used Grad1 sleeping bags? Thanks

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

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

[@CPG4444Chopper]

I’m guessing this system is unsuitable for wild camping due to its size / bulk and weight?? Anyone have any thoughts on that?

[@WildernessBound]

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

[@somebawldy3789]

Where to buy as I cannot steal things from the stores anymore

[@alfsmith4936]

Why not?

[@soggz4246]

Hi. Great vid. You used it in the cold yet? Regards

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

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

[@xix94]

Could you use this in heavy rain ? With no tarp

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

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

[@paulburke6515]

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.

[@yurkash2085]

you have medium or large size mmss

[@thegreatoutdoors3990]

Large

[@carforumwanker]

The bivi is a fucking trap. It needs to have a "burst system " almost full length of a side etc .Getting in with a rifle and then trying to get out super fast is a joke with the single end entry bags

[@johncrouch8988]

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 ☁️

[@carforumwanker]

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

[@johncrouch8988]

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

[@carforumwanker]

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