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Trakker Tempest 100 Bivvy Aquatexx EV
Aquatexx EV
A seriously capable one-man shelter with proper weather protection, clever ventilation and a crackingly quick setup. It’s not cheap, but it’s built for anglers who want their bivvy sorted when the weather turns nasty.
- One-man design for a single bedchair and angler.
- Aquatexx EV waterproof, breathable and hydrophobic fabric with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head.
- Approximate assembled size: 135cm high × 250cm wide × 235cm deep.
- Includes heavy-duty groundsheet, two 36-inch Quicksticks, removable infill panel, tension strap and T-pegs.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Trakker Tempest 100 Bivvy Aquatexx EV, including the supplied groundsheet, Quicksticks, tension strap, T-pegs and removable infill panel.
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A premium one-man bivvy with a strong all-weather package and plenty of practical extras.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.7/10
- Performance9.7/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.8/10
- Ease of Use9.1/10
- Value for Money8.4/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Predator anglers doing long day-and-night sessions. It gives you a dependable home from home around one bedchair, with strong wet-weather protection and useful rod storage.
- Carp and coarse anglers wanting a premium one-man bivvy. The quick setup, ventilation and supplied accessories make it a very complete package for regular bank work.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers who only fish short daytime sessions. The size, weight and price are hard to justify if you rarely sleep on the bank.
- Anyone needing room for two bedchairs or lots of extra kit. It’s designed around one angler, so the footprint won’t turn into a roomy social shelter.
The lowdown
Introducing the Trakker Tempest 100 Bivvy Aquatexx EV
A seriously capable one-man shelter with proper weather protection, clever ventilation and a crackingly quick setup. It’s not cheap, but it’s built for anglers who want their bivvy sorted when the weather turns nasty.
- One-man design for a single bedchair and angler.
- Aquatexx EV waterproof, breathable and hydrophobic fabric with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head.
- Approximate assembled size: 135cm high × 250cm wide × 235cm deep.
- Includes heavy-duty groundsheet, two 36-inch Quicksticks, removable infill panel, tension strap and T-pegs.
Quick verdict
The verdict
The Tempest 100 Aquatexx EV is a top-drawer one-man bivvy for anglers who spend proper time on the bank. Its 25,000mm hydrostatic head, breathable hydrophobic fabric and Adaptive Ventilation make it a very strong choice for wet, changeable UK weather.
It’s bigger, heavier and dearer than a basic overnight shelter, but the package is well thought out. If you want fast pitching, useful living space and a shelter that feels ready for grim weather, this is bob on.
A premium one-man bivvy with a strong all-weather package and plenty of practical extras.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9.7/10
- Performance
- 9.7/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.8/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.1/10
- Value for Money
- 8.4/10
The Aquatexx EV fabric, GRP composite block, anti-twist system and included accessories give it a properly high-end feel.
The 25,000mm hydrostatic head, ventilation system and supportive frame are well suited to demanding UK sessions.
It won’t catch fish for you, but a comfortable, organised base can help you stay focused through long predator or carp sessions.
The Tempest structure, Quicksticks and supplied tensioning kit are designed to keep setup relatively quick and straightforward.
It’s expensive, but the strong fabric and generous included package make more sense for regular anglers than for occasional users.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Trakker Tempest 100 Bivvy Aquatexx EV
Some one-man bivvies feel like little tents with a fishing logo slapped on them. The Trakker Tempest 100 Bivvy Aquatexx EV feels much more purposeful. It’s built around the reality of a proper session: one bedchair, a load of kit, grim weather and not much patience for faffing about.
The big selling point is the Aquatexx EV fabric. It’s waterproof, breathable and hydrophobic, with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head. In plain English, that’s serious wet-weather protection for the sort of sideways rain that makes you question every life choice that led you to the lake.
You get a decent footprint for a one-man shelter, too. The assembled dimensions are approximately 135cm high by 250cm wide and 235cm deep. That gives you usable room around a bedchair without turning the bivvy into a ridiculous barge on the swim.
For predator anglers, that balance is especially useful. You can settle in with your tackle, warm layers, food and camera gear without everything being piled into one soggy heap. There’s also a removable infill panel, so you can choose between a more open front or a cosier, better-sealed setup.
The Tempest design is made to keep setup fairly painless. The advanced GRP composite block and anti-twist pole system are there to make the frame feel more controlled as you build it. Then the two supplied 36-inch Quicksticks help support the front when you want extra stability.
That’s the sort of detail you appreciate when the wind is having a proper strop. You don’t want to be wrestling a floppy shelter while rain blows across the swim. Get the main structure positioned, tension it correctly and the whole thing is designed to settle into a solid, usable shape.
Ventilation is another strong point. Adaptive Ventilation technology is designed to reduce condensation, which matters on long sessions. Shut a shelter up overnight and the inside can quickly become clammy, especially with wet clothing, muddy boots and your own body heat in the mix.
There are practical touches around the edges as well. Dual rod straps help keep rods secure and tidy, while the included heavy-duty groundsheet gives the floor a more protected, easier-to-manage feel. T-pegs and a tension strap are already in the bag, so you’re not instantly adding a shopping list of essentials.
That bag is the NXG zipped carry bag, and the transport size is approximately 125 by 27cm. The bivvy itself weighs around 9.5–9.6kg, with the groundsheet and pegs adding roughly another 4kg. So, yes, it’s portable, but it isn’t featherweight. You’ll want a decent barrow or a sensible load plan for longer walks.
And that’s really where the Tempest 100 Aquatexx EV sits. It’s a premium, one-man shelter for anglers who want comfort and proper foul-weather confidence rather than the lightest possible overnight option. It costs more and weighs more than entry-level kit, but the package is far more complete. For regular predator work, carp sessions and cold-weather nights, it’s a cracking bit of shelter that should keep the faff down and the bite-time comfortable.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Capacity
- One angler and one bedchair
- Fabric
- Aquatexx EV waterproof, breathable and hydrophobic fabric
- Hydrostatic head
- 25,000mm
- Assembled dimensions
- Approximately 135cm high × 250cm wide × 235cm deep
- Approximate weight
- 9.5–9.6kg; pegs and groundsheet add approximately 4kg
- Transport size
- Approximately 125 × 27cm
Specs checked with Trakker, Oct 2026.
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Our take
A proper foul-weather one-man shelter
This is less about saving a few quid and more about making long sessions easier. The Aquatexx EV fabric, included groundsheet and ventilation features all work towards a dry, comfortable and less faffy time on the bank.
The predator angle makes sense too. There’s room for one angler and one bedchair, while the removable infill panel helps you tailor the front depending on how open or enclosed you want the shelter.
Built for proper sessions
A compact bivvy with serious weather credentials
The Tempest 100 Aquatexx EV is designed for one angler and one bedchair, with enough usable space for the kit that tends to gather around you on a long session. Its Aquatexx EV fabric is waterproof, breathable and hydrophobic, backed by a 25,000mm hydrostatic head.
The advanced GRP composite block and anti-twist pole system are aimed at making the frame quick and straightforward to pitch. Two 36-inch Quicksticks support the front, while the removable infill panel lets you make the shelter more open or more enclosed depending on the forecast.
You also get a heavy-duty groundsheet, tension strap, T-pegs, dual rod straps and an NXG zipped carry bag. That’s a useful out-the-box package, rather than a bivvy that needs loads of extras before it’s ready for the bank.
Worth knowing. The supplied groundsheet and pegs add approximately 4kg to the overall carry weight. It’s a robust package, but don’t confuse it with an ultralight shelter for a quick wander down the canal.
The bank-life bit
Best when you want comfort, cover and less faff
This is a strong fit for predator anglers spending nights beside the water, especially when the session involves cameras, spare clothing, bait kit and all the other bits that make a shelter feel like a base rather than just a rain cover.
It also makes sense for carp and coarse anglers who want a premium one-man setup. The 250cm width and 235cm depth give you useful room around the bedchair, while Adaptive Ventilation helps keep the inside less clammy when everything is shut up overnight.
For short summer evening sessions, it may be more shelter than you need. You’re paying for proper protection, a complete accessory package and comfort over longer stays. If that’s not how you fish, a lighter and cheaper option could be the better shout.
Worth knowing. Use the tension strap and peg the shelter properly when the forecast is lively. A good bivvy still needs sensible positioning, especially on exposed banks where the wind can get underneath the front.
The questions anglers actually ask
A few things to know before you buy
The bivvy is a one-man design, so plan around one bedchair. There’s decent room for your own kit, but it isn’t intended to house a second angler or become a roomy two-man basecamp.
The removable infill panel is useful across the seasons. Leave the front more open for airflow and visibility in milder conditions, then add the panel when you want extra cover from rain, wind and colder nights.
The hydrostatic head rating is 25,000mm, and the Aquatexx EV fabric is also breathable and hydrophobic. Combined with Adaptive Ventilation, that makes the shelter well suited to damp UK conditions where condensation can otherwise become a right nuisance.
Worth knowing. The transport size is approximately 125 × 27cm and the bivvy weighs around 9.5–9.6kg before the groundsheet and pegs. Leave room on the barrow, mate.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Excellent wet-weather credentials with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head.
- Adaptive Ventilation helps reduce condensation during long sessions.
- Quicksticks, groundsheet and carry bag are included as standard.
- Good usable footprint for a bedchair, kit and shelter-based sessions.
- Dual rod straps are handy when you need to keep the rods secure and organised.
Worth knowing
- It’s a fairly hefty package once the groundsheet and pegs are added.
- The high purchase price won’t suit occasional overnight anglers.
- A one-man shelter remains a one-man shelter, so there’s no spare room for a mate or a second bedchair.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01Is the Trakker Tempest 100 Aquatexx EV suitable for winter fishing?
Is the Trakker Tempest 100 Aquatexx EV suitable for winter fishing?
It has strong wet-weather credentials thanks to the Aquatexx EV fabric and 25,000mm hydrostatic head. Add the removable infill panel and groundsheet for a more enclosed setup when the weather turns properly grim.
02Does the bivvy come with a groundsheet?
Does the bivvy come with a groundsheet?
Yes. A heavy-duty groundsheet is supplied, along with T-pegs, a tension strap and two 36-inch Quicksticks.
03How does the ventilation system help?
How does the ventilation system help?
Adaptive Ventilation is designed to improve airflow and reduce condensation. That’s handy when the bivvy is shut up overnight or when damp gear comes back inside.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: the verdict. The strongest reasons to choose it are excellent wet-weather credentials with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head. and adaptive ventilation helps reduce condensation during long sessions.; the main trade-off is it’s a fairly hefty package once the groundsheet and pegs are added..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Excellent wet-weather credentials with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Predator anglers doing long day-and-night sessions: It gives you a dependable home from home around one bedchair, with strong wet-weather protection and useful rod storage.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “It’s a fairly hefty package once the groundsheet and pegs are added.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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