Lightweight insurance against sudden inclement weather.
This simple, lightweight, uncommonly versatile portable shelter is a “don’t leave home without it” item for winter trips in
Scandinavia. But since wilderness weather conditions can change instantly
anywhere, carrying the Windsack is a good idea in any country! No matter if
you’re walking, skiing or climbing in the mountains, the Windsack provides
an excellent – and portable – chance to avoid the elements: simply deploy it
from its stuff sack, and hunker down out of the wind to enjoy a meal or a
rest break. You will be most comfortable if you either dig down into the
snow or find a place that is already somewhat out of the wind.
More importantly, the Windsack is an emergency shelter.
As a refuge from a sudden winter storm, its highly wind- and water repellent
fabric keeps the weather out while providing a relative degree of comfort,
and its bright red color is highly visible from a distance or from the air.
The Windsack also works as a bivy bag for one to three people (although in
heavy rain, it will provide less protection).
Both roomy and lightweight, the Windsack will
accommodate up to three people. A zipper with four sliders make it possible
to create either head “holes” or venting ports. The bottom hem has a draw
cord which lets you cinch the Windsack around your feet, and a safety line
prevents it from blowing away in strong winds while you’re climbing into or
getting out of it. The top corners have pockets for skis or poles with which
you can hold up the Windsack to transform it into a shelter cum windbreak.
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1. Pick as sheltered a spot as possible, and prepare
the site. In snow, use skis or snow shoes to pack the surface down.
2. Attach the Windsack's safety line around your waist. 3. Pull the Windsack over your head. Lay out a foam pad inside the
Windsack and sit down. Leave the safety line around your waist until you
pack away the Windsack again so it does not blow away when you get up. 4. The Windsack can accommodate three people, or four with large
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