RADBAG Original
R1,155.00
This is the original and best adventure bivvy bag if you’re looking for an all-round durable bivvy that you can use on your wild-camping excursions, multi-day hikes, bike-packing journeys and any other occasion you might find yourself sleeping on the ground under the stars. It’s small and light enough for racing too, and meets the requirements of the Adventure Racing World Series as mandatory equipment.
It’s been refined over many years to be the right size and shape to suit most adults. Over the years we’ve refined the design to strike a balance between warmth, weight and comfort. It’s 2m long and a generous 76cm wide at the shoulders, tapering down in a mummy shape to a narrower footbox – not too narrow that you can’t get into it with your shoes on in an emergency. It’s also big enough that you’ll be able to fit your sleeping bag inside it for extra comfort during those winter excursions.
It’s olive green in color, so that you blend into your surroundings. Let’s face it, most of the time you don’t want your sleeping spot to draw any unwanted attention. And if you should need to make your bivvy highly visible, simply turn it inside out so that the reflective coating is on the outside.
This is not one of those foil bags that crinkles and rustles like a chips packet, annoying your team mates or campsite neighbours. Nor does it rip in half at the slightest excuse like a space blanket. It won’t make you sweat like a plastic bivvy either. Rather, it’s made from a durable material that is extremely water resistant, but breathable enough to prevent condensation inside.
It has a reflective coating on the inside to help retain your radiated body heat. Seams are double-stitched. It has a draw-cord at the opening to allow you wiggle your way down and close it entirely over your head, with a small slit for breathing and for access to the draw-cord.
Your RADBAG Original features its own attached stuffing bag, sewn onto the foot so you don’t lose it. The bag is sized for easy stowing – you can get your RADBAG packed in 15 seconds flat, so that you are ready to hit the trail again quickly.
It has loops for hanging it up to dry.
Comfort temperature rating: +- 12 Degrees
If the temperature is moderate to warm, you can sleep straight inside the RADBAG – maybe with a thin liner. If it is really cold or you will be sleeping out for the whole night, then you would climb into your sleeping bag and then into the RADBAG.
This RADBAG bivvy bag serves the purpose of keeping out the windchill. It features a drawcord at the top to be pulled tight over your head with an open slit for breathing – isolating your body heat inside the cocoon.
Additional information
| Weight | .365 kg |
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Wes B. (verified owner) –
I used the Radbag Original on a multi-day hike through the Fish River Canyon in July, and it worked really well. It’s lightweight, and packs down small. I’m taking it on a Orange River rafting trip soon as well. I’m looking forward to using it on many more adventures in the future.
Tyla Setzkorn –
Thank you for your feedback, Wes! It makes us so happy to hear that you enjoy how the RadBag Original is working for you. Well done on that hike through the Fish River Canyon – it must have been such a special experience! We are equally stoked for your future adventures. Have a good time out there!
David P. (verified owner) –
Fantastic neat Bivvy bag, ideal for needing to stay warm and dry when out on adventures. Used mine on an adventure race it was perfect, not to heavy, easy to pack up. Very happy with the purchase.
Tyla Setzkorn –
Thank you very much for the valuable feedback, David! We are so happy that you are satisfied with your RADBAG and we are excited for what’s ahead for you out there in the mountains. Enjoy every moment!
Michelle (verified owner) –
Great bag for sleeping under the stars.
Tyla Setzkorn –
Thank you for sharing this! We’re glad the RADBAG could be part of your nights under the stars. Happy RadBagging!
Carlo Bolzonello (verified owner) –
I carry this with me everywhere as a backup, I have used it in snow as a test and it has worked extremely well, kept me warm with my sleeping bag and inflatable mattress isa little tight in terms of space but for its purpose it has been amazing and it folds away nice and small. Definitely recommend this for anyone looking for a quality bivy bag
Tyla Setzkorn –
Hi Carlo, thank you so much for taking the time to share this detailed feedback! We love hearing that your RADBAG kept you warm even in the snow — that’s exactly what it was designed for. We know space can be a bit snug, but we’re glad to hear it’s doing its job as a reliable backup and packs away small. Your recommendation means a lot to us and to fellow adventurers! Stay warm out there and keep adventuring,
Hennie Niemand (verified owner) –
I have been using bivvy bags for over 30 years now, climbing and kayaking all over the world. My trusted Wild Country bag got to the point where I had to replace it. I got the RADBAG Original at a fraction of the price for an imported bag and the quality is as good. Seeing as I like to travel light, I hardly use a tent anymore and the RADBAG provides as much shelter against the elements as a tent, but is so much lighter. Highly recommend it for outdoor adventurers.
Tyla Setzkorn –
Thank you so much for your feedback, Hennie! We’re honoured that the RADBAG Original has stepped in after your many years of adventure with your Wild Country bag. It means a lot to hear that it’s keeping up with your lightweight, no-tent style of travel. Here’s to many more climbs, paddles, and nights under the stars!
Vincent K. (verified owner) –
Best adventure racing purchase I’ve made. I’ve on several occasions convinced my team mates to sleep for a few hours purely because I really enjoy the magic that is the RadBag. I’ve only ever frozen my butt off once waking up and getting out of it, inside is a dream.
Pieter B. (verified owner) –
Hi Team. I have used my RAD bags (I have 2) extensively on search and rescue and anti-poaching operations over the past year or so. I can confirm that it kept me warm and dry in very poor conditions. At one point I used it as a sleeping bag every night for five weeks, and in combination with a small tarp, it kept me dry in the worst conditions you can imagine. I cannot recommend it enough and am planning to get the adventure race version of it soon. I would suggest that you buy the zipped version, as it is just so versatile.
Laurence (verified owner) –
Light and practical! Felt comfortable staying two nights on Towerkop in it
Werner Badenhorst (verified owner) –