Bivy sack size

[Tool]

I'm buying a new bivy sack.

 

My options are a regular size, fits up to 6'1"; or the long version, fits up to 6'6", or something like that.

 

I'm 5'6" tall.

 

Is there an advantage to buying the long version or should I get the regular size?

 

TIA.

[erik]

if you are that short then no

 

i put my clothes and boots in my long bivi sack and i am 6'.

 

longer=more wieght(not much tho!!) and increased packing size.

 

 

[catbirdseat]

It's a no brainer. Get the small one. It will weigh less, and keep you warmer. I am 6'2" and use a standard size bivy.

[Toast]

you'll also stay warmer in a bag that fits you.

[thelawgoddess]

get the smaller one ... unless you're bringing your dog. or a midget.

[Rodchester]

at 5.6, gte the smaller one. Also buy the longer one and send it to me.

[Tool]

Thanks, everyone, for the replies.

 

I went down to PMS and picked up a regular sized bivy sack.

 

Good points by all.

 

Thanks again.

[gapertimmy]

good show on supporting the local gear shop as well

[snoboy]

thelawgoddess said:

get the smaller one ... unless you're bringing your dog. or a midget.

 

or TLG

[mattp]

gapertimmy said:

good show on supporting the local gear shop as well

Not only that, but you made the right call. Whatever you might put in the foot of your bivvy sack can just as easily spend the night in a garbage bag outside.