TFGear Force 8 Bivvy

[Steve Walker]

That's interesting, Go Outdoors have that one in stock too, at £150.

[Tigger]

Steve, I've got the two man version which has plenty room for a bed and all the bits I need. There's a porch type area also so is good for boiling the kettle etc if it's raining outside. In the past i've had a very expensive pram style Trakker bivvy and I much prefer the force 8.

I think the majority of broken poles etc is down to people forcing them when putting them up/ dropping them down etc. I think it's well worth popping them up and down at home several times before using them on the bank. Once you get your head round putting them up they're super easy...just chill and take your time .

If you do decide to get one i'd recommend Fishtech, no messing about with them and any prob's they just swap or refund...an excellent after sales and Brenda's a star .

 

I forgot to mention that Fishech deliver super fast and you will most likely get a free jacket or similar for the money you'll pay, give them a bell .

Edited May 8, 2012 by Tigger

[Errrm]

Steve, I've got the two man version which has plenty room for a bed and all the bits I need. There's a porch type area also so is good for boiling the kettle etc if it's raining outside. In the past i've had a very expensive pram style Trakker bivvy and I much prefer the force 8.

I think the majority of broken poles etc is down to people forcing them when putting them up/ dropping them down etc. I think it's well worth popping them up and down at home several times before using them on the bank. Once you get your head round putting them up they're super easy...just chill and take your time .

If you do decide to get one i'd recommend Fishtech, no messing about with them and any prob's they just swap or refund...an excellent after sales and Brenda's a star .

 

I forgot to mention that Fishech deliver super fast and you will most likely get a free jacket or similar for the money you'll pay, give them a bell .

 

I have to agree with everything that's been said here. If you do order one and want someone to show you how to put it up then let me know and I'll come and show you. If it feels like you are putting too much force on the poles then it is usually because you are opening it up incorrectly in my mind.

[Steve Walker]

Thanks chaps, lots of info to think about there!

[Mat Hillman]

I have to agree with everything that's been said here. If you do order one and want someone to show you how to put it up then let me know and I'll come and show you. If it feels like you are putting too much force on the poles then it is usually because you are opening it up incorrectly in my mind.

 

I think I'm going to buy one, if you want to pop around to my swim and show me how to put it up you'd be very welcome

 

Mat

[Errrm]

I think I'm going to buy one, if you want to pop around to my swim and show me how to put it up you'd be very welcome

 

Mat

 

No problem, possibly it will be best to do it after the BBQ on the way back to my swim. It is really easy though :-)

[Mat Hillman]

Anyone thinking about buying one of these might be interested in the email I just got back from Go Outdoors

 

 

Dear Mat,

 

Thank you for submitting a price challenge for the TFGear Force 8 Bivvy (1 Man).

 

I confirm that your challenge is valid and GO Outdoors will therefore offer you one for the price of £119.65 price matched against Fishtec

 

To take advantage of this offer please print this email, take it to your local store and show it to the duty manager.

 

Or alternatively please call our order hotline on 0845 0020 888 to place the order for home delivery and quote reference xxxxxxx.

 

This offer is subject to stock availability, it is always best to call your local store in advance before visiting.

 

A valid Discount Card is required and this offer is for seven days from date of writing.

 

If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact me.

 

Regards,

 

Alistair

 

On behalf of

 

Regards

GO OUTDOORS Customer Services

[Steve Walker]

Nice one Mat!

[Steve Burke]

I've used something similar to the Force 8 and found it very fast and easy to put up and take down. The only downsides I found were that the cover for the top vent flapped in the wind, although taking this off when dry does cool the inside down in hot weather. Additionally in a strong wind it was blown out of shape. A pram hood design is much more stable, but then it's slower to put up/down and is usually heavier.

 

The Force 8 design has been criticised for breaking when putting up/down, but I had no problem. I suspect it's users doing so incorrectly and then using too much force.

 

I can't comment on the build quality of the Force 8 as mine was some years ago and from a different company. However mine was fine, and I suspect was made in the same factory.

[jedibond]

I've got the two man version and have to say, have never had a problem with it. As others have stated, I think a lot of the broken poles, hinges, etc are down to people using too much force to put it up. It is actually very easy to put up and take down, it just takes a bit of practice as Tigger says. I also got mine from Fishtec and it was delivered the next day despite requesting a normal delivery.