Brand: SOL

Category: Climbing Emergency & Survival

Recommended by Clara Maynard, AMGA Apprentice Rock/Alpine Guide & Wilderness Medicine Instructor — Pacific Northwest, USA

Highlights: lightweight, warm

The SOL Emergency Bivvy is an essential survival tool designed for outdoor enthusiasts, providing warmth and protection in emergency situations. Lightweight and compact, it ensures you are prepared for unexpected challenges while adventuring in nature. 1. Weighs only 3.8 oz., making it ultra-lightweight for easy portability. 2. Folds down to a size smaller than a 12 oz. soda can, allowing for convenient storage in any backpack. 3. Constructed from durable, weather-resistant materials to shield against wind and moisture. 4. Includes a rescue whistle for signaling help, enhancing safety during emergencies. 5. Comes with a tinder cord for starting fires, ensuring warmth and cooking capabilities in survival scenarios. 6. Bright orange color increases visibility, making it easier for rescuers to locate you. 7. Designed for one-person use, providing adequate space for a single individual to stay warm and protected. The SOL Emergency Bivvy is ideal for hikers, campers, and outdoor adventurers who may encounter unexpected weather changes or emergencies. It performs best in rugged environments such as mountains, forests, or remote areas where shelter is limited. Perfect for all skill levels, this bivvy excels in situations like sudden storms, overnight emergencies, or when you need to signal for help. Its compact design makes it a must-have for any seasonal outdoor activity, ensuring peace of mind during your adventures.

Price: $25.5

Who it's for: Hikers and fast-and-light adventurers who want a minimal-weight safety net for unexpected nights out or sudden bad weather. It suits lower-risk outings where a full sleep system isn't carried but some emergency protection is warranted.
What people are saying: Hosts consistently recommend it as a must-carry emergency item, praising its tiny packed size (smaller than a soda can) and low weight (3.8 oz). It is framed as a weather shield and warmth supplement rather than a standalone sleep system — layering with insulated clothing or a sleeping bag is advised.
Worth noting: Notes position this as an emergency backup, not a primary shelter, so expectations should be set accordingly. One host flags it specifically for "low risk" outings, suggesting it may not be sufficient for high-exposure or high-consequence situations.

Clara Maynard's review

Good for some assurance on low risk light and fast adventures

Recommended by Clara Maynard, AMGA Apprentice Rock/Alpine Guide & Wilderness Medicine Instructor

Frequently asked questions

Who is the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord for?

Hikers and fast-and-light adventurers who want a minimal-weight safety net for unexpected nights out or sudden bad weather. It suits lower-risk outings where a full sleep system isn't carried but some emergency protection is warranted.

What do experts say about the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord?

Hosts consistently recommend it as a must-carry emergency item, praising its tiny packed size (smaller than a soda can) and low weight (3.8 oz). It is framed as a weather shield and warmth supplement rather than a standalone sleep system — layering with insulated clothing or a sleeping bag is advised.

What should you know before buying the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord?

Notes position this as an emergency backup, not a primary shelter, so expectations should be set accordingly. One host flags it specifically for "low risk" outings, suggesting it may not be sufficient for high-exposure or high-consequence situations.

What does Clara Maynard say about the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord?

Good for some assurance on low risk light and fast adventures

Why does Clara Maynard recommend SOL?

Clara Maynard recommends the SOL SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord for climbing emergency & survival. Good for some assurance on low risk light and fast adventures

Is the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord a good climbing emergency & survival?

Yes — Clara Maynard recommends the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord by SOL as their climbing emergency & survival pick. Good for some assurance on low risk light and fast adventures

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SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord

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Who it's for: Hikers and fast-and-light adventurers who want a minimal-weight safety net for unexpected nights out or sudden bad weather. It suits lower-risk outings where a full sleep system isn't carried but some emergency protection is warranted.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently recommend it as a must-carry emergency item, praising its tiny packed size (smaller than a soda can) and low weight (3.8 oz). It is framed as a weather shield and warmth supplement rather than a standalone sleep system — layering with insulated clothing or a sleeping bag is advised.
Worth noting: Notes position this as an emergency backup, not a primary shelter, so expectations should be set accordingly. One host flags it specifically for "low risk" outings, suggesting it may not be sufficient for high-exposure or high-consequence situations.

SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord

Who it's for: Hikers and fast-and-light adventurers who want a minimal-weight safety net for unexpected nights out or sudden bad weather. It suits lower-risk outings where a full sleep system isn't carried but some emergency protection is warranted.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently recommend it as a must-carry emergency item, praising its tiny packed size (smaller than a soda can) and low weight (3.8 oz). It is framed as a weather shield and warmth supplement rather than a standalone sleep system — layering with insulated clothing or a sleeping bag is advised.
Worth noting: Notes position this as an emergency backup, not a primary shelter, so expectations should be set accordingly. One host flags it specifically for "low risk" outings, suggesting it may not be sufficient for high-exposure or high-consequence situations.

Purchasing through this link directly supports Clara

What other hosts are saying

5 experts recommend the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord.

Mercedes Siegle-Gaither, Professional Trail and Ultra Runner

Required bivys mean business.

Recommended in Mandatory + Crewing Gear

Cora Hanson, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor

If there's ever the chance you might be stuck in the elements during inclement weather, I always recommend bringing along an emergency bivvy just in case. This bivvy packs down to smaller than a soda can and only weighs 3.8 oz, which is completely worth the pack space in my opinion.

Recommended in Saftey and Communication

Hunter Macy, Founder @ Rendezvu

Gotta have it!

Recommended in Canyons 100

Jarrod Blundy, Founder/Guide at Onward Mountain Guides

Paired with puffy pants and coat, or a sleeping bag, this will protect you from the weather and help keep you warm on an unexpected night out.

Recommended in Winter Hiking Kit

SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord

Purchasing through this link directly supports Clara

Who it's for: Hikers and fast-and-light adventurers who want a minimal-weight safety net for unexpected nights out or sudden bad weather. It suits lower-risk outings where a full sleep system isn't carried but some emergency protection is warranted.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently recommend it as a must-carry emergency item, praising its tiny packed size (smaller than a soda can) and low weight (3.8 oz). It is framed as a weather shield and warmth supplement rather than a standalone sleep system — layering with insulated clothing or a sleeping bag is advised.
Worth noting: Notes position this as an emergency backup, not a primary shelter, so expectations should be set accordingly. One host flags it specifically for "low risk" outings, suggesting it may not be sufficient for high-exposure or high-consequence situations.

SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord

Who it's for: Hikers and fast-and-light adventurers who want a minimal-weight safety net for unexpected nights out or sudden bad weather. It suits lower-risk outings where a full sleep system isn't carried but some emergency protection is warranted.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently recommend it as a must-carry emergency item, praising its tiny packed size (smaller than a soda can) and low weight (3.8 oz). It is framed as a weather shield and warmth supplement rather than a standalone sleep system — layering with insulated clothing or a sleeping bag is advised.
Worth noting: Notes position this as an emergency backup, not a primary shelter, so expectations should be set accordingly. One host flags it specifically for "low risk" outings, suggesting it may not be sufficient for high-exposure or high-consequence situations.

Purchasing through this link directly supports Clara