If yourlooking for product testers I'd be happy to help.

I suppose that the steep side of the tent also is the side where the wind comes from. In that case you might consider a guyline arrangement like that from the Hilleberg Akto or the Helsport Ringstind. I hope I soon can order the new creation !

Normally the low end of the tent would be pitched into the wind, for the way the door opens. With its low profile 4 guylines are adequate for most situations but there are a total of 12 tie out/pegging points on the tent.

I do like the look of the bivy would a guy line be able to be put on where the poles cross to aid the side if the wind turns, maybe one length which loops round the two poles.

Yes, there is a tie-out built in at the pole crossover point to allow this

Are there doors on both sides. Looks a fantastic shelter and also able to take a lot of punishment weather wise.very very interested in this bivi.CheersGraham.

Door on one side only. This gives space between the flysheet and inner for gear and also for dry entry/exit.

Hi Marc, two things, what is the head height at the back, I know its a bivi tent but the height looks respectable and secondly, when do you think you'll have a niggles sorted ;-)

The height at the back is about 50cm. The back wall of the inner tent is almost vertical to give more space, so there is good clearance when lying down and the fabric is not in your face. It is being redone with a ripstop fabric that has less stretch and does not sag when wet and should be ready end of January.

What are the pole section lengths? I do most of my trips by bike and finding a shelter that is light, compact pack size and has good pole length for stowing on a bike can be a challenge. If you are looking for any testers I would be happy to give it a spin. I have experience with 1 man tarp shelters and bivi shelters from the lux silpeak to the nemo gogo if you want any feedback. This one interests me.

I was able to try this out in the summer of 2014. It is low compared to a standard tent but the trade-off is that you end up with a remarkably stable shelter. Very quick and easy to put up. Enough space inside for one with plenty of space in the vestibule. I really like this shelter.

Trying to figure out where this would make more sense than the Edge, given the relatively small difference in weight and footprint.Great for anyone not carrying trekking poles, obviously. But if you have the poles, are there any scenarios where you'd still sacrifice livability and go with the bivvy?

The bivy, with its smaller internal volume, is slightly warmer than the Edge in winter. It also has a slightly smaller footprint and is rock solid with just 4 pegs, whereas the Edge really needs 6 pegs.

Having looked at other low-profile bivy tents I think you're on to something with this design. The side entrance is surely more liveable than the front-entrance single hoop approach when it comes to entry and gear storage, and it's also better for keeping the walls off the foot of your sleeping bag.But how does it handle condensation, especially when it's fully closed in bad weather? With so little internal volume, how do you prevent it becoming a sweat-box?

It has 2 vents built in, so in storms it will breathe fine. In still conditions, the door can be left open for additional ventilation, even in the rain, as the inner tent is set back within the drip line. The door can also be tied out to form a small awning/vestibule (photo added), so almost one full side of the tent is open as a vent.

Marc - thanks for taking the time to reply in the midst of your move!You seem to have a real flair for innovative design solutions. I initially underestimated what you're offering here, so I'd encourage anyone reading this to consider the following checklist:- Should be bomber and quiet in scary wind for less than 1 kilo, and probably pretty good in snow too - Entry set back from the drip line, with a door that can be left open in most weather - Side entry - much better than a front-loader in such a small tent, I think - Views in all but the worst weather - again much better than a front loader - Flexible vestibule with a bit of gear storage - Enough internal space to change, lean on an elbow, side-sleep etc. - Free-standing with tiny footprint - Sub 60 second pitch and strike - Seriously stealthyI don't seen anything else on the market that comes close to providing this combination of features. Great to see a Scottish start-up with world-beating products! I wish you all the best with your venture and hope to be ordering soon...

I know you're busy with a relocation, but any idea of details on price and when this might be launched?Looks the business!

Very, very interested in this Marc. Would appreciate a price, final packed weight and launch date when available. As said in the comments above, a folded pole length of 300 mm or less would be great for cycle camping and would allow them to slide down the side of a pannier with ease. I will be ordering the mesh inner for my Stealth soon. All the best for your business - seems to be booming.

This new bivy tent looks very interesting. I take it the ground sheet is sewn into the 'inner' tent. Do you have a price and availability?