Tackle Tuesday... Fox Reflex Compact Bivvy

This entry was posted on 8th November, 2016

Similarly to all the short rods now available, several companies are producing compact versions of their bivvies and, in the Reflex, Fox has nailed it.

Although I haven't fished from it, I did spend two nights under this one at Carp In The Park and I absolutely loved it! Not just for its small nature (which in truth, as a brolly angler, is still amply big enough for me) but for the features it boasts and the all-round build quality.

RipStop Ven-tec material creates a rugged, waterproof and breathable material that will not let you down and which, if you nick it accidentally, will not worsen. Rear vents and mozzie windows - an absolute must these days - also feature, although I'd have liked to see the zips on the inside and not the exterior, and there is the option of the full infill with door, as well as additional clear and mossy-mesh door panels. All of these simply zip on and off quickly and easily.

Getting back to the price, this bivvy is aimed at a certain market. If you are 'take the kitchen sink' angler then it's not for you. However, if you don't take more than you need, and prefer something less akin to a portable mansion, this will be right up your street. It's also exceptionally light and packs away into a short, narrow bag, again ideal for the angler who wants to travel a little lighter.



Key Features - Compact design - Lightweight Aero grade flexible aluminium poles - Features new Ventec Rip Stop fabric - Hydrostatic head of 20,000mm - Three door panel options - Solid Ventec, Clear PVC or Mozzy Mesh - All door options feature double zips so they can be used letter box style - Front and Rear mozzy mesh vents for increased airflow - Front is fully removable - Allows you to convert it into a lightweight open front shelter - Adjustable tension strap to lower the profile - Polyester tension straps - Adjustable front pegging points to create a completely flat fronted shelter - Rod straps on the front for securing your rods when re baiting etc. - Internal mesh pockets, ideal for storing your receiver - Supplied with support poles, heavy duty pegs and groundsheet - Comes supplied in an oversized carry bag - Reflex Compact inc G/S and pegs approx. 10.5kg - Reflex Compact without G/S approx. 8.3kg - Reflex Compact Overwrap 1.6kg - Dimensions: 260cm x 215cm x 120c

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