Bivvy Heaters
A small heater takes the chill out of a winter bivvy and helps dry damp kit. Bivvy heaters and heater bags are listed here with the lowest in-stock price we can find, so eTackle shows where each one is cheapest before you buy.
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Gas heaters give off carbon monoxide, so use one with the door open and plenty of air, never while you sleep, and always with a carbon monoxide alarm in the bivvy.
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Safety First
Any heater that burns gas uses up oxygen and makes carbon monoxide, which you cannot see or smell. Keep the bivvy well aired, turn the heater off before you sleep and fit a carbon monoxide alarm.
Heaters with an oxygen depletion sensor turn off if the air gets low, which adds a layer of safety.
Types of Heater
Parabolic heaters screw onto a gas canister and throw heat forward like a dish. Ceramic plate heaters warm a small space evenly and many have a tip-over switch.
Check which gas canister a heater takes before you buy, as fittings differ.
Carrying and Storing
A padded heater bag keeps the heater and a spare canister together and protects the burner in the barrow.
For the rest of your winter set-up, our best bivvies for carp fishing guide compares the shelters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to use a heater in a bivvy?
Only with care. Keep the door open for air, never sleep with a gas heater on and always use a carbon monoxide alarm.
What gas does a bivvy heater use?
Most use screw-on butane or butane and propane canisters. Check the fitting on each heater, as some need a different canister or an adaptor.
How long does a gas canister last in a heater?
It depends on the heater and the setting. A small canister on low often lasts a few hours, so most anglers carry a spare.
What is an oxygen depletion sensor?
It is a safety device that turns the heater off if the oxygen in the air drops too low. It does not replace a carbon monoxide alarm.
Can I dry my kit with a bivvy heater?
A heater helps dry damp clothes and kit, but keep everything well away from the burner. Never cover a heater or leave it unattended.