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Protect Yourself from the Elements with Ease
When situations change, it pays to be prepared and stay protected when the weather catches you out is important for every adventurer. Being ready for anything on your next adventure is easy, with a huge range of options for helping you shelter let’s take a look at what things you should consider when you’re choosing your emergency shelter option.
With a huge range of options available to help you stay protected, how can you be sure you’ve made the right choice.
Let’s run through some of the most important elements in picking what cover you’re taking with you on your next adventure.
- 1. How long are you going for?
While you make be selecting your emergency shelter and not something you are expecting to stay in for long, it’s still important to consider how long you may need to use the shelter. Are there a number of you going who will need to stay comfortable for long enough or are you travelling alone? These are important factors to consider when packing your shelter options.
Besides having the right shelter, choosing the right jacket can also make a world of difference on your next adventure. Read our guide here.
- 2. What type of environment are you going to?
Are you expecting there to be any natural shelter where you are adventuring or is the area you’re travelling to exposed? Are there going to be trees or rocks to secure a Hutchie too or are you better off with a shelter that doesn’t need these? Knowing the environment you expect to encounter helps you best determine what your best emergency shelter option will be.
- 3. What sort of weather are you expecting?
Check the weather ahead of time and take a look at the weather over the previous week or so, to help you understand what sort of weather you might be up against if you do get stuck. Understanding if you’re going to need something waterproof or wind-resistant will help you be prepared for anything.
Check out our top options for emergency shelters to have with you in a pinch.
Our Bivvy Bags
Bivvy Bags are the perfect lightweight options for the solo traveller. A great option for solo shelter, bivvy bags are packable and have great weather protection for when you need it. With compact and light options bivvy bags from Platatac and TAS offer great shelter and are ideal for hikers, climbers, mountain bikers and much more.
Great Hutchies
Construct a simple shelter wherever you go. Ideal for when the rain catches you out or keeping the sun off during the day, Hutchies are a lightweight option that are ideal for daytime expeditions. Offering waterproof cover and the flexibility to create a covered space without requiring flat ground, they are a fantastic tool to take out on your next adventure. While not always wanted for overnight trips as your only form of shelter, having a Hutchie to hand means you won’t be caught out if the weather turns.
Find the emergency shelter solution for you and explore our Hutchies and Bivvy Bags today, available in a range of patterns and colours, including green and Multicam. Find everything you need in-store or online now at the Military Shop.
