I have both, and what you need with that setup, is a ground tarp, to keep you off the cold ground. For that purpose, I purchased an SADF ground sail... it works! And, an air mattress will fit inside the Jungle Bag. I use a Klymit XL pad... nice and comfy!
During the warmer months I use USMC Issued field tarp, USMC improved bivy sack, the USMC thermarest. I keep a spare tarp in my bag just incase I need to lay it down on the ground first. If I’m expecting rain. Usually I like the Ranger Burrito set up.
This is an excellent combination. I wasn't rally in the market for anything like this but I think I am now! I love snugpak stuff. I have a few bits of theirs and love every single piece! Thanks for sharing, you just earned another sub!!!!! Keep up the good work!
I have the same set up in my get home/edc bag. living in Florida the jungle bag is perfect and I use a realtree military poncho. the poncho works great for a discreet shelter laying it flat and tying paracord around the hoody over a tree limb then tying off. climb under with gear and jungle bag good to go. works great for a quick 5 min shelter
The ionisphere is a perfect size for me. I use a poncho tarp as a ground sheet and to keep dry when traveling in rain. No complaints except it take a few minutes to set up and break down
Great video. Nice to see items paired up like that for different climates. Lots of great ideas. Looking forward to the fall and winter set ups as well since we are seeing the seasons change up here in our neck of the woods (WI & MI)! Lol
Great combination for sure, i have the jungle bag and it's perfect for Hawaii weather. Can't wait for it to dip into the 70's so I can use it more lol. 60's is arctic weather here haha!
was that a right hand or left hand zip on the jungle bag? i have yet to figure out how they determine the zipper side... looking at the bag from the outside or in the bad looking out.
Disregard... I found the answer. Search and found "How to Decide on a Left or Right Zip Sleeping Bag" ..."As you’re lying on your back, a left zip bag will have the zipper or your left and a right zip bag will have the zipper on your right. This makes the left and right zippers opposite of what you would think if you were facing the bag."
Thanks Ben, for a great look at these two Snugpak products. I'm sorry, but the Stasha simply reminds me of that cheap ass 5x7 blue Walmart tarp. Both do not seriously afford the overhead cover space that anyone would need in any serious condition. (Have you been under anything of that size in a driving rain)? An 8x10 Tarp would be much better... even yet... a good 10x10 (like the Snugpak All Weather Shelter)... as you have mentioned before, I feel work so much better. I'm one to believe that the "overhead cover" is the most important part of any temporary shelter. Two to 3 feet of fabric more are not that much more weight when considered... but two to 3 feet more coverage makes a HUGE difference when it come to reliability of staying somewhat dry. I do have two Snugpak All Weather Shelters... one in my vehicle get-home kit, and one in the wife's vehicle kit.. My choice was between the Equinox, BSCUA, or Snugpak tarps. I went for the Snugpaks because of the affordability. I don't think there is much difference in these tarps... I don't know (I'd like to see someone do a comparison some day). Until then... happy with the 10x10 All Weather Shelters. As far a sleeping bags?.... Military Surplus MSS system... whether in full or in selected pieces for the current weather conditions. Great Bivey... great bags as well. I came out of the military just as these were being introduced, so I didn't have an opportunity to "grab" one... had to buy ours at surplus afterwards. So glad I did! That is where me and my wife stand on shelter... a "good sized" overhead cover... add a good floor, like the grabber heat sheet, a good weatherproof bivey, and a relative bag from the MSS... makes for a great night. BTW... looking at the Klymit pads now... they have a great assortment... wish that I had a place close by to try the different models out. The one you reviewed, while seemingly affordable and "according to you" is acceptable; ... for these "old bones"... I may have to look at the other models. I have an interest in a couple of their others. Thanks Ben... always a pleasure to tune in to your channel (s)!
+Alan Williams for more comfort go with a thicker pad. the one I reviewed is acceptable at its weight and size. same with the tarps, for the size it is a good option when space is at a premium. certainly if you can fit a larger tarp and a larger sleep system you will be better off. this is simply a bare bones, warm climate option. thanks so much for the comment and watching. i appreciate it.
I've been contemplating doing some storm testing on the camping gear that I have just o see what limitations there actually are. Have you done any testing like that on any of the gear you have? Because really we are in a great area for testing being around the great lakes. I'm from the northern Ohio area.
you would defiantly what to included 1 or 2 survival blankets with that sleeping bag for any sort of bug out/get home bag out side of a tropical or hot region.......defiantly only a warm weather bag.
+Living Survival I have a similar type of small warm weather sleeping bag I used when I was in the scouts that I still have worked grate as long as I insulated myself from the ground.
I came here to watch "All star" by smashmouth but instead I got a tarp review video. XD I'm glad to see Steve Harwell branching out to other projects. Lol
I know this is 2 years old... I was not happy with the tarp or the bag. The bag is heavy for what it is and the environment it's recommended for. As well as the overall size is meant for small people. The original web artwork on the the snugpak website suggested that there were loops on the ridgeline. Recently I found some awesome clips(mini holdon).
Great review. I've been looking at the jungle bag for a while now, but I was always wondering just how much room is in the bag and also, is there some way to keep the netting off your face? That just looks like it would get a little old laying on your face like that, not to mention the mosquito's would bite right through it if it's laying on your face. I'm just over 6 foot and 190 to 200 pounds and a lot of these are too tight around the shoulders. How much room do you really have in there to move around some? Keep up the great work.
I wish they could invent a smaller-packing tarp that I could keep in my EDC. Even this Stasha feels a tad storage consuming. I like the the 5x8' is a great coverage size though.
+Luis Garcia www.homedepot.com/p/TYVEK-HomeWrap-9-ft-x-150-ft-Roll-Housewrap-D13499991/100422450 Tyvek fiberweb. 60# test/inch burst weight. 9x9 ft tarp weighs ~7-10 oz. Folds into smallest, thinnest of fabrics. Cut, fold edge, and fold over. 4 line sew. Corner and ridge line loop tie outs, or can grommet. Camou spray any seasonal colors, patterns. Moisture barrier, water resistant, moisture outward breathable. Can make into triangle pup tent; 2 together make a double pup tent. Using an extremely long length, everybody can sleep head to head, foot to foot for ridgelined footprint tarp shelter (and debris covering if desired). Same tarp I designed fits as hammock, hammock cot, hammock bed, hammock trough, hammock pouch (butterfly chrysalis). All have a coverall enclosing entire unit - weather/climate/bug proof. ... flying tarp, turn into bivy sack, footprint, ... and even designing same fabric tarp for multiple use as 1 person, 8 ft canoe "skin," 2 ft draft, weighs ~10#!
another great video, unfortunately for us in the UK, we cannot get any in brown? Turns out its not a popular colour and as its imported into the UK not made here they only sell the brown in the US! so i have to buy from a US dealer pay large postage with the chance of import tax. nightmare, why dont i like black or green.
+Living Survival yes. I have been speaking to Snugpak direct. if the product does not have a British flag next to it on the website it is imported. this is the case with some of the new products. But this may change the more people like me ask about the brown.☺
+Living Survival thank you for the answer but I'm planning on using it thru heavy rains do you think it would keep enough rain out to keep me and my hammock dry?
Good video. I have both and some have said it was a bit to small, but it fits in easily and comfortably in most small EDC or survival kits. For what it was designed for the Jungle bag is a good bag. I have many Snugpak products and have not had any problems. True i don't have as extreme conditions as some others but if I did I'd buy different. Thanks bro. atb Opal
Great review, but these set ups only work in the summer while watching July 4th fireworks. The system is horrible in fall-winter-early spring weather, and even worse in the rain. It looks like a shelter when all put together but stinks when you need to be near a fire (materials shrink near a camp fire) or when its raining. The tarp sucks when there's the slightest condensation and your bag barely touches it (had a soaked sleeping bag in the morning when right foot touched the tarp overnight during the summer with no rain).
+AJ Usog yeah that is pretty typical with any tarp that is only one layer. meant for a quick survival shelter. I would setup differently for camping etc.
Very good review! Tell me how you like this bag after you spend a 45 degree night in it. I just snagged one on ebay for $40 and it should arrive in a few days. I am 6' 3" and 250lbs, so I hope it works for me. If not, it will be in my wife's bug-out bag and I'll stick with my military patrol bag...;).
lol, DUDE! I am six foot two, I am also not the high speed, steely eyed killer I was back in the day. There is NOT plenty of room in that set up. I would feel like a tunnel rat trying to get into that as you have it depicted. Also You would need a hat on or the mosquitoes would drill any exposed flesh pressed against that netting. I like Snugpak gear a lot. Quality construction throughout. Spend the night out in that set up and get back to me, in the summer, in a mosquito infested area. Cheers.
***** i see this as a good option for a survival kit or have in a car etc as an option. something I would use daily probably not :) Another thing you can do with it is hang it diagonally over a hammock.
+Living Survival I see what you're saying. For me I think 8x8 or 10x10 is what I feel works best for me now. I used very little for E&E training, could be brutal. lol. Lots of back packing, loved it. Now I car/jeep camp Weight is less of a consideration. Thank you for taking the time to respond.
the stasha is not a good option for a larger framed person tha averages 6'1. 265lbs. you may want to go with the snugpak 10x10 shelter... that is acceptable for larger framed person then the stasha!
+Living Survival i almost found out the hard way and bought the stasha, and im a larger framed gorilla...lol. i got the two accidentally mixed up and almost bought the stasha when i need the all weather 10x10 survival shelter... getting the right, & proper equipment is a must, especially equipment that Taylor's to your needs that will work in EDC & SURVIVAL SITUATIONS.....
+sniperforce34 You are right on. I am no longer the sleek stealthy cat of my youth, I plan on getting their 3x3 meter for my needs as well. No way that would work for me and any small amount of gear.
I have both, and what you need with that setup, is a ground tarp, to keep you off the cold ground. For that purpose, I purchased an SADF ground sail... it works! And, an air mattress will fit inside the Jungle Bag. I use a Klymit XL pad... nice and comfy!
During the warmer months I use USMC Issued field tarp, USMC improved bivy sack, the USMC thermarest. I keep a spare tarp in my bag just incase I need to lay it down on the ground first. If I’m expecting rain. Usually I like the Ranger Burrito set up.
This is an excellent combination. I wasn't rally in the market for anything like this but I think I am now! I love snugpak stuff. I have a few bits of theirs and love every single piece!
Thanks for sharing, you just earned another sub!!!!! Keep up the good work!
I have the same set up in my get home/edc bag. living in Florida the jungle bag is perfect and I use a realtree military poncho. the poncho works great for a discreet shelter laying it flat and tying paracord around the hoody over a tree limb then tying off. climb under with gear and jungle bag good to go. works great for a quick 5 min shelter
+gene smith nice, thanks for the comment.
I really love that tarp and they really do go well together. I'm going to have to look into that tarp. Thank you!
+Armed Rogue thanks.
I love the Stasha, its a great tarp. I dont have the jungle bag, but I have the jungle blanket.. pretty nice..
The ionisphere is a perfect size for me.
I use a poncho tarp as a ground sheet and to keep dry when traveling in rain.
No complaints except it take a few minutes to set up and break down
Great video. Nice to see items paired up like that for different climates. Lots of great ideas. Looking forward to the fall and winter set ups as well since we are seeing the seasons change up here in our neck of the woods (WI & MI)! Lol
+Greg Joram i typically just swap bags for the cooler seasons and go from a hammock or tarp setup to a small tent setup to keep warmth in.
Great shelter options for minimalistic carry! Thanks Ben.
+onpoint1977 agreed.
Great combination for sure, i have the jungle bag and it's perfect for Hawaii weather. Can't wait for it to dip into the 70's so I can use it more lol. 60's is arctic weather here haha!
+kbbjedi perfect for that.
Is that the coyote brown version of the jungle bag?
What kind of poles bend like that??
No grommets on the center of the hootchie?
was that a right hand or left hand zip on the jungle bag? i have yet to figure out how they determine the zipper side... looking at the bag from the outside or in the bad looking out.
Disregard... I found the answer. Search and found "How to Decide on a Left or Right Zip Sleeping Bag" ..."As you’re lying on your back, a left zip bag will have the zipper or your left and a right zip bag will have the zipper on your right. This makes the left and right zippers opposite of what you would think if you were facing the bag."
Thanks Ben, for a great look at these two Snugpak products. I'm sorry, but the Stasha simply reminds me of that cheap ass 5x7 blue Walmart tarp. Both do not seriously afford the overhead cover space that anyone would need in any serious condition. (Have you been under anything of that size in a driving rain)?
An 8x10 Tarp would be much better... even yet... a good 10x10 (like the Snugpak All Weather Shelter)... as you have mentioned before, I feel work so much better. I'm one to believe that the "overhead cover" is the most important part of any temporary shelter. Two to 3 feet of fabric more are not that much more weight when considered... but two to 3 feet more coverage makes a HUGE difference when it come to reliability of staying somewhat dry.
I do have two Snugpak All Weather Shelters... one in my vehicle get-home kit, and one in the wife's vehicle kit.. My choice was between the Equinox, BSCUA, or Snugpak tarps. I went for the Snugpaks because of the affordability. I don't think there is much difference in these tarps... I don't know (I'd like to see someone do a comparison some day). Until then... happy with the 10x10 All Weather Shelters.
As far a sleeping bags?.... Military Surplus MSS system... whether in full or in selected pieces for the current weather conditions. Great Bivey... great bags as well. I came out of the military just as these were being introduced, so I didn't have an opportunity to "grab" one... had to buy ours at surplus afterwards. So glad I did!
That is where me and my wife stand on shelter... a "good sized" overhead cover... add a good floor, like the grabber heat sheet, a good weatherproof bivey, and a relative bag from the MSS... makes for a great night. BTW... looking at the Klymit pads now... they have a great assortment... wish that I had a place close by to try the different models out. The one you reviewed, while seemingly affordable and "according to you" is acceptable; ... for these "old bones"... I may have to look at the other models. I have an interest in a couple of their others.
Thanks Ben... always a pleasure to tune in to your channel (s)!
+Alan Williams for more comfort go with a thicker pad. the one I reviewed is acceptable at its weight and size. same with the tarps, for the size it is a good option when space is at a premium. certainly if you can fit a larger tarp and a larger sleep system you will be better off. this is simply a bare bones, warm climate option. thanks so much for the comment and watching. i appreciate it.
I've been contemplating doing some storm testing on the camping gear that I have just o see what limitations there actually are. Have you done any testing like that on any of the gear you have? Because really we are in a great area for testing being around the great lakes. I'm from the northern Ohio area.
+Erik22552 i've done water testing on snugpak and aquaquest products in several other videos.
JUNGLE BAG ISNT WATERPROOF?
you would defiantly what to included 1 or 2 survival blankets with that sleeping bag for any sort of bug out/get home bag out side of a tropical or hot region.......defiantly only a warm weather bag.
+Kenneth Donnelly thanks for the comment.
+Living Survival I have a similar type of small warm weather sleeping bag I used when I was in the scouts that I still have worked grate as long as I insulated myself from the ground.
I'll take a good poncho any day over that particular tarp, way more versatile and about the same size.
+TurtleWolf Pack that could also work as an option for sure.
Ben is the jungle bag able to be combined into a double bag? Excellent video. God bless and stay safe.
+Rich Schwartz i haven't tried it personally but yes they say you can.
I came here to watch "All star" by smashmouth but instead I got a tarp review video. XD
I'm glad to see Steve Harwell branching out to other projects. Lol
I know this is 2 years old... I was not happy with the tarp or the bag. The bag is heavy for what it is and the environment it's recommended for. As well as the overall size is meant for small people. The original web artwork on the the snugpak website suggested that there were loops on the ridgeline. Recently I found some awesome clips(mini holdon).
Good video man! I just bought one of these and you're about the same size as me so it should work quite well. Still needing to get the Sasha
What color is that? All I can find is a sand color and it looks much lighter than yours
+Robin One OD green.
Ben I would love to get the blanket but they are so dame expensive being on disability sucks
+Kristyanna Virgona affordable considering other options out there but i hear ya.
Tarp clips allow you to put attachment points anywhere. :-)
yep.
Man you are cranking them out! Best outdoor gear review channel on RUclips! (just please no more chinese knife reviews...:)
+MrWinger1951 haha, ok. none for a while.
if its rain, and water fload, its still dry?
+David Gor depends on how you setup. you want to be on a slight incline so the water doesn't pool up.
+Living Survival oww, make it slight. thank you.
Great review. I've been looking at the jungle bag for a while now, but I was always wondering just how much room is in the bag and also, is there some way to keep the netting off your face? That just looks like it would get a little old laying on your face like that, not to mention the mosquito's would bite right through it if it's laying on your face. I'm just over 6 foot and 190 to 200 pounds and a lot of these are too tight around the shoulders. How much room do you really have in there to move around some? Keep up the great work.
+wjf213 the width probably wouldn't bother you but the length might. and yes I agree the bug netting does rest on your face somewhat.
I wish they could invent a smaller-packing tarp that I could keep in my EDC. Even this Stasha feels a tad storage consuming. I like the the 5x8' is a great coverage size though.
+Luis Garcia www.zpacks.com/shelter/tarps.shtml
+Marc Actually, specifically this: www.zpacks.com/shelter/hexamid_pocket.shtml
+Marc thanks. Very nice so now I have to decide if that price is worth it for me.
+Luis Garcia www.homedepot.com/p/TYVEK-HomeWrap-9-ft-x-150-ft-Roll-Housewrap-D13499991/100422450
Tyvek fiberweb. 60# test/inch burst weight. 9x9 ft tarp weighs ~7-10 oz. Folds into smallest, thinnest of fabrics. Cut, fold edge, and fold over. 4 line sew. Corner and ridge line loop tie outs, or can grommet. Camou spray any seasonal colors, patterns. Moisture barrier, water resistant, moisture outward breathable. Can make into triangle pup tent; 2 together make a double pup tent. Using an extremely long length, everybody can sleep head to head, foot to foot for ridgelined footprint tarp shelter (and debris covering if desired). Same tarp I designed fits as hammock, hammock cot, hammock bed, hammock trough, hammock pouch (butterfly chrysalis). All have a coverall enclosing entire unit - weather/climate/bug proof. ... flying tarp, turn into bivy sack, footprint, ... and even designing same fabric tarp for multiple use as 1 person, 8 ft canoe "skin," 2 ft draft, weighs ~10#!
+John Lord Thanks!
another great video, unfortunately for us in the UK, we cannot get any in brown? Turns out its not a popular colour and as its imported into the UK not made here they only sell the brown in the US! so i have to buy from a US dealer pay large postage with the chance of import tax. nightmare, why dont i like black or green.
Oh man, same with the Advanced poncho!
+munchh2007 that is strange, didn't know that. so the coyote color is limited to us?
+Living Survival yes. I have been speaking to Snugpak direct. if the product does not have a British flag next to it on the website it is imported. this is the case with some of the new products. But this may change the more people like me ask about the brown.☺
Is the stasha a big enough tarp to use as a rain fly for the explore outfitters double hammock
Ps thanks for the vid
+nick kuttian if you use it diagonally yes, but some prefer a larger tarp like the all weather shelter.
+Living Survival thank you for the answer but I'm planning on using it thru heavy rains do you think it would keep enough rain out to keep me and my hammock dry?
Good video. I have both and some have said it was a bit to small, but it fits in easily and comfortably in most small EDC or survival kits. For what it was designed for the Jungle bag is a good bag. I have many Snugpak products and have not had any problems. True i don't have as extreme conditions as some others but if I did I'd buy different. Thanks bro. atb Opal
+Opal Preston Shirley It is a good product for the price point.
Great review on and nice combo setup !
+the mi woodsman thanks John.
looks lick a nice light weight combo atb John
+Turtle Bushcraft :)
Look like they were made for each other.
+MI Timberwookie yeah, good combo.
Good review. Thanks for getting into the bag so provide better look and feel
Ben... You just read my mind... I posted on Wolfe Customs Facebook site requesting recommendations for tarps...😂 I'm glad you did this review 👍🏼
+Carlos Sepulveda nice :)
Great review, but these set ups only work in the summer while watching July 4th fireworks. The system is horrible in fall-winter-early spring weather, and even worse in the rain. It looks like a shelter when all put together but stinks when you need to be near a fire (materials shrink near a camp fire) or when its raining. The tarp sucks when there's the slightest condensation and your bag barely touches it (had a soaked sleeping bag in the morning when right foot touched the tarp overnight during the summer with no rain).
+AJ Usog yeah that is pretty typical with any tarp that is only one layer. meant for a quick survival shelter. I would setup differently for camping etc.
Great review, some good kit for a loadout if you have to move light. Thanks for sharing. Atb
+Darren Roberts thanks Darren.
Jungle Bag is awesome
+Radostin Georgiev yes it is.
I'd like to see you crawl in there. I do not feel very graceful. I might have to try it in the rain. I need to consider a groundsheet,
Very good review! Tell me how you like this bag after you spend a 45 degree night in it. I just snagged one on ebay for $40 and it should arrive in a few days. I am 6' 3" and 250lbs, so I hope it works for me. If not, it will be in my wife's bug-out bag and I'll stick with my military patrol bag...;).
+Pilgrim777 you might be maxing it out at that but you can set it up different ways to make it work.
nice, couple more grommets be a major improvement
+MCKwilly for sure. always good to have lots of tie out options IMO.
Great video
I’m getting me one
Thanks
I have both now.
+DreadnoughtAdventure nice, enjoy your weekend.
great video
+Steve Gareau thanks Steve.
lol, DUDE! I am six foot two, I am also not the high speed, steely eyed killer I was back in the day. There is NOT plenty of room in that set up. I would feel like a tunnel rat trying to get into that as you have it depicted. Also You would need a hat on or the mosquitoes would drill any exposed flesh pressed against that netting. I like Snugpak gear a lot. Quality construction throughout. Spend the night out in that set up and get back to me, in the summer, in a mosquito infested area. Cheers.
+James Carmean I bet you would use it in a survival situation.
I would certainly try, I m sure.
***** i see this as a good option for a survival kit or have in a car etc as an option. something I would use daily probably not :) Another thing you can do with it is hang it diagonally over a hammock.
+Living Survival I see what you're saying. For me I think 8x8 or 10x10 is what I feel works best for me now. I used very little for E&E training, could be brutal. lol. Lots of back packing, loved it. Now I car/jeep camp Weight is less of a consideration. Thank you for taking the time to respond.
the stasha is not a good option for a larger framed person tha averages 6'1. 265lbs. you may want to go with the snugpak 10x10 shelter... that is acceptable for larger framed person then the stasha!
+sniperforce34 agreed.
+Living Survival i almost found out the hard way and bought the stasha, and im a larger framed gorilla...lol. i got the two accidentally mixed up and almost bought the stasha when i need the all weather 10x10 survival shelter... getting the right, & proper equipment is a must, especially equipment that Taylor's to your needs that will work in EDC & SURVIVAL SITUATIONS.....
+sniperforce34 You are right on. I am no longer the sleek stealthy cat of my youth, I plan on getting their 3x3 meter for my needs as well. No way that would work for me and any small amount of gear.
hey my friend.. thanks for your video show ,)) lot of fun for me ;)) Thanks a lot and best regarsd from berlin city, Max GREN
+Max Green thanks Max for watching.
ok so this is basically a hootchie and a bivvi bag.
+Daniel Stevens pretty much.
nice review
+michael yahuwah thanks.
You must be a skinny dude, because I have a hard time zipping that bag closed!