Aqua Ultralite 100 Aquatexx 1.0 Bivvy: A Total Fishing Tackle Review

Aqua Ultralite 100 Aquatexx 1.0 Bivvy

Aqua is back with a new addition to their range of shelters. We asked resident angling expert and blogger Andy Grenfell to take a closer look….

So, here we are with another take on the Aqua Pioneer classic shelter design that helped make Aqua Products famous.

The Aqua Ultralite 100 Aquatexx EV 1.0 promises to address issues from the previous equivalents, but have they delivered? Well yes, I think they have.

The age-old problem with the Pioneer and the Pioneer Ultralite was that, despite its name, weight was a major issue. Don’t get me wrong, once it was up, it was rock solid and going nowhere, but it did weigh the same as a small car.

The other issue was the poles. I never had a problem with mine, but if you didn’t fan the shelter out properly when erecting it, you may end up breaking a pole or two. Now, this was in the main down to user error, let me make that abundantly clear, but if I were in charge of making bivvies, I’d give my design team the brief that included assuming that all carp anglers are heavy handed idiots, because let’s face it, we are.

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Thank the carp gods that BOTH these issues appear to have been addressed and fixed!

I’ll let Aqua take over this bit……

The modern-day, discerning carp angler has long sought after a sustainable shelter of which they can call a home away from home. With this in mind, the traditional model has undergone a thorough re-vamp after time away from the spotlight.

We have supplemented the original model with additional features to deliver on these requirements, allowing for optimum comfort and greater functionality. For example, the new design of the GRP composite block has a reduced weight whilst maintaining the same mechanical vigour of its predecessor. This, coupled with the existing resistance against chemicals and temperature stability, proves ideal for the roving carp enthusiast.

With material at the forefront of our redesign, incorporating the new Aquatexx EV™ material bolsters a 25,000mm hydrostatic head, cementing its place as a market leader and an unassailable asset for any dedicated carp angler’s arsenal. Further to such innovative components, the breathable fabric itself shouldn’t be taken lightly, contrary to the lightweight manipulation of the shelter as a whole.


Shown with optional skull cap

Key Features:

• Innovative patented design.
• Extremely strong, easy to use, and quick to assemble.
• Size 100 designed for one bedchair, with optimum storage space.
• Twin rear vents to encourage airflow and reduce condensation.
• Aquatexx EV™ fabric - super-waterproof, breathable, and hydrophobic.
• Advanced GRP composite block - lightweight, super-strong, and fatigue-resistant.
• Dual rod-straps.
• Heavy-duty groundsheet.
• Supplied in Aquatexx EV zipped carry bag.
• Supplied with removable infill panel, four Quicksticks, clear window, T-pegs, and two
• erection poles.
• Compatible with 401585 Ultralite 100 Bivvy Skull Cap Aquatexx EV™ 1.0 and 401586 Ultralite
• 100 insect panel (both sold separately)

Technical Specifications:

• Material: Aquatexx EV™
• Weight: Approximately 5.3kg - An additional 7.15kg for groundsheet, pegs, infill, erection
• poles, clear window, and Quicksticks.
• Dimensions:
• Open - 142cm (H) x 245cm (W) x 200cm (D)
• Closed - 190 (L) x 30cm (W)

 

You can check out the Aqua Ultralite, all the accessories, and all our other bivvies on the website or by clicking the images above!