Brand: SOL

Category: Emergency & Survival

Recommended by Jarrod Blundy, Founder/Guide at Onward Mountain Guides — Adirondacks, NY

Highlights: warm

The SOL Emergency Bivvy is a lightweight, compact survival essential designed to provide warmth and protection in emergency situations. With its included rescue whistle and tinder cord, this bivvy ensures you are prepared for the unexpected while on outdoor adventures. 1. Weighs only 3.8 oz., making it easy to carry in any pack. 2. Folds down to a size smaller than a 12 oz. soda can for convenient storage. 3. Made from durable, weather-resistant material to shield against wind and moisture. 4. Includes a rescue whistle to signal for help in emergencies. 5. Comes with a tinder cord for starting fires quickly and efficiently. 6. Bright orange color enhances visibility in survival situations. 7. Designed for one person, providing ample space for emergency shelter. The SOL Emergency Bivvy is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and campers who want to ensure safety during unexpected weather changes or emergencies. It performs best in rugged environments where quick shelter is needed, such as during sudden storms or when lost in the wilderness. This bivvy is perfect for all skill levels, from novice campers to seasoned adventurers, and is especially useful in colder seasons or during extended outdoor excursions.

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.

Jarrod Blundy's review

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 by Jarrod Blundy, Founder/Guide at Onward Mountain Guides

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 Jarrod Blundy say about the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord?

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.

Why does Jarrod Blundy recommend SOL?

Jarrod Blundy recommends the SOL SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord for emergency & survival. 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.

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

Yes — Jarrod Blundy recommends the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord by SOL as their emergency & survival pick. 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.

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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 Jarrod

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

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

Good for some assurance on low risk light and fast adventures

Recommended in First Aid & Emergency Equipment

Hunter Macy, Founder @ Rendezvu

Gotta have it!

Recommended in Canyons 100

SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle and Tinder Cord

Purchasing through this link directly supports Jarrod

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 Jarrod