The rear vent now comes with zippers to increase ventilation. It ensures you don't get too hot or too cold while inside. Plus, dual zippers at the front allow for letterbox opening, so you can control how much light and visibility you have. It’s only going to be used a few times a year but still wanted a decent one for us to use when she comes Ventilation is an extremely important aspect to think about when purchasing a new 2-man bivvy. Definitely make sure the bivvy in question has adequate ventilation and a means to keep the weather out while still allowing air in, especially if you plan to fish throughout the year in different weather conditions. 3. Are 2 Man Fishing Bivvies Heavy?

The Sonik SK-Tek 2-man bivvy is a fantastic lightweight shelter for a great price. If you’re on a bit of a budget, this is a fantastic shelter. I haven’t tried this shelter but I love Sonik’s Xtractor Rod series and their SKX Bite Alarms. They are a “budget brand” and not all of their products are fantastic, but they definitely offer quality without the need to break the bank, as long as you know where to look. Weighing in at 10.4 kg, this bivvy is extremely lightweight, considering it’ll accommodate two bedchairs. Now, this shelter certainly isn’t as big as some of the others on the list but if you and your angling partner want to be a bit more mobile, this could be the bivvy for you. Perfect thanks for that and the capsule won’t be a problem because I didn’t bother with it, I’ll only be using it a few times a year when I go with my daughter like mentioned below mate, just wanted a decent sized 2 man so this sounds perfect, it actually turned up this morning so didn’t take long to get it at all Ventilation is all well and good, but unless you can leave the vents open in the rain you’ll still get condensation inside the bivvy when you’re zipped in. Dual-layer bivvies, overwraps, or other means to keep the rain out while letting air in will allow you to keep air circulating no matter the conditions.

Consider whether you need a bivvy that will accommodate two anglers throughout the year. If you’re planning on fishing with a 2-man bivvy through all four seasons you’ll need to make sure that it can keep you cool in summer and warm in winter. The Avid HQ Dual Layer bivvy is ideal for the angling pair that wants a shelter with plenty of room that’ll keep them comfortable year-round. I’ve tried out the one-man version of this shelter and was thoroughly impressed. I loved the ventilation, the dual layer system without the need for a “clumsy overwrap,” and how adaptable the shelter is for different weather conditions. Features such as dual layers or additional overwraps are great as they help reduce condensation, increase ventilation, and keep the inside of the shelter a bit more insulated from the heat of the sun and the cold of the night. Overall, this three-rib pram hood bivvy is a spacious and comfortable shelter to use throughout the year. For cold winter sessions, definitely consider purchasing the inner capsule as this will greatly improve its performance.

The Trakker SLX is another bivvy that comes in a 2-man variant. This is a high-quality shelter that is perfect for the angler who wants a bivvy that’s big enough to accommodate two people without being a burden to transport. You can’t go wrong with Trakker. I have several friends who swear by Trakker Brollys and Bivvies and they fish in some pretty brutal conditions.If you’re looking for a spacious bivvy that’s simple to use, easy to erect, and extremely functional, the JRC Defender Peak XL may be a good choice for you. It’s not going to break the bank either, so it’s ideal for those of you who may be on a bit of a tighter budget. The shelter has a classic pram hood design with a sewn-in front panel with mesh windows. It’s easy to erect and comes complete with a groundsheet, pegs, and storm poles as well as a large peak for doorway protection from the rain.

The large square internal space can accommodate two bedchairs and two anglers’ luggage. Alternatively, it can be used as a large social area/ dining room. It has plenty of headroom and even the tallest angler can walk in and out of the shelter with ease.If you’re looking for a ridiculously large bivvy for social sessions and long continental sessions, this is a serious contender. It features a large peak for doorway protection from the weather and the letterbox-style door has a two-way zip, a solid khaki panel, a PVC window, and a mesh panel. Trakker has been making stand-out carp fishing shelters for over 30 years. This company prides itself on quality and its shelters are up there with some of the best on the market. I have asked them a few times to so a wrap for it to help with cooling in summer etc. and give a tiny bit of extra room at the front. They replied and said they were looking at it once but never seen anything and my guess is they will release something else instead. It has a fully enclosed twin-skin inner capsule that helps reduce condensation and maintain internal air temperatures. It also has a stitched-in groundsheet to keep you completely sealed in from groundwater and floor-dwelling bugs.

The series includes the T1, T2, and the T3. The T1 is a one-man shelter, the T2 is a two-man shelter, and the T3 is a two-man shelter with a larger footprint and increased headroom. Because we’re looking at the best 2-man bivvies in this article, we’re interested in the T2 and T3 models.

Simply put, bivvy manufacturers conclude this rating by testing how much water it takes in millimetres before the fabric breaches. The amount of water the fabric can stand before leaking is labelled as the hydrostatic head. Thanks bud I didn’t mean the material difference In colour I just meant build quality and if it’s a decent bivvy that’s all bud 🤣 sorry should of been more specific with that but I don’t care about which colour I get lol It has a large porch and removable front panel that can be configured in several different ways depending on your style of fishing, the season, and the weather conditions. It’s also compatible with the Escape XF2 porch extension which creates a large usable space on the front of the shelter for long holiday-style sessions.