DPM GORE-TEX BIVVY BAG
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- Опубликовано: 25 авг 2024
- Brief History of DPM bivvy bag.
The Army DPM (Disruptive Pattern Material) bivvy bag has an interesting history tied to the evolution of military camouflage and outdoor gear. Here is a brief overview:
Development of Camouflage Patterns
1. **Origins of Camouflage**:
- Camouflage has been used in military contexts for centuries, with soldiers using natural materials to blend into their surroundings.
- The use of disruptive patterns to break up a soldier's outline became prominent during World War I and was further developed during World War II.
2. **Introduction of DPM**:
- The British Army introduced the Disruptive Pattern Material (DPM) in the late 1960s.
- DPM was designed to be effective in a variety of environments, including temperate woodlands and grasslands. The pattern consists of a combination of green, brown, black, and tan.
Evolution of Military Sleeping Gear
3. **Early Sleeping Solutions**:
- Prior to the development of specialized bivvy bags, soldiers often used basic tarps or ponchos for shelter.
- These provided minimal protection and required soldiers to construct makeshift shelters.
4. **Development of Bivvy Bags**:
- Bivvy bags (short for "bivouac bags") are lightweight, waterproof enclosures for sleeping bags, providing protection against the elements.
- They were developed as a compact and portable alternative to tents, especially useful for soldiers on the move.
The Army DPM Bivvy Bag
5. **Introduction of DPM Bivvy Bag**:
- The DPM bivvy bag was introduced to provide soldiers with a lightweight, durable, and camouflaged sleeping solution.
- It was made from waterproof and breathable materials, ensuring protection against rain and moisture while allowing sweat to evaporate.
6. **Design Features**:
- The DPM bivvy bag typically features a simple design with a zippered or drawstring closure.
- It is constructed from a lightweight and durable nylon fabric coated with a waterproof membrane.
- The DPM pattern on the bag helps conceal soldiers when they are resting or in static positions.
7. **Usage**:
- The bivvy bag is used by soldiers during field operations, providing a quick and effective shelter.
- It can be combined with a sleeping bag for added warmth and comfort in various weather conditions.
8. **Legacy and Replacement**:
- The DPM pattern was widely used by the British Army until it was gradually replaced by the Multi-Terrain Pattern (MTP) starting in 2010.
- The MTP was designed to be effective across a wider range of environments, reflecting advancements in camouflage technology.
Conclusion
The Army DPM bivvy bag reflects the evolution of military gear in response to the needs for mobility, protection, and concealment. Its development and use are part of the broader history of military adaptations to environmental challenges and tactical requirements.
Love this bit of kit - I modded mine by putting a 3/4 length zip down it, made it so much quicker and easier getting in and out. Used your video on your other channel for reference - thanks pal
Great piece of kit Bex , thanks for sharing YAH bless mate !
This sort of stuff was 'GUCCI Kit' when I was in, the only drawback is you cant do admin in them like you can under a poncho in bad weather, they appeared about the time of the 'bouncing bomb' sleeping bags and were in OG rather than DPM when they were 1st issued at least in my unit, but blokes preferred to buy their own ones that had a zip down the side for a quick exit for the usual reason :/
Bivvy bags are intended to be used in conjunction with the basha head shelter, plenty of room for admin and cooking etc. There is a full video on my old bouncing bomb, and Marines Arctic Bergen, on my sister channel.
Found your other channel 'bex bugout survivor'' and subbed both .
Good man,
SISTER CHANNEL bexbugoutsurvivor www.youtube.com/@bexbugoutsurvivor
How would you clean these inside and outside? Could use regular laundry detergent?
Never use detergent on gore-tex. Let the dirt dry and use a stiff brush. Turn it inside out and repeat.
My favourite bit of kit.May I ask how you fixed the toggle?
You need to untie or cut the hood cord and take off the existing chinch toggle. I bought a double cord lock, placing each cord separately thru each hole of the new toggle, ensuring the toggle is compressed while fitting. The old toggle was missing or broken (can't remember) but the new toggle holds better and is easer to find in the dark, and is easier to use.....If your existing toggle is in good order, perhaps consider keeping it......bex
@@Surplus-Only thank you my friend, keep up the good work
I've got two in DPM got one given absolutely love them with the roll mat inside 👍
be good if it was just the size of a nalgene bottle.
I have the Cumbria Hooped bivvy, used by the Royal Marines, which is about the size of a Nalgene, and half the weight of the infantry bivvy bag.