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Trakker Tempest RS 100
Trakker Tempest RS 100, product code 201102
A roomy, weather-ready bivvy with a clever frame, useful bank-friendly touches and a surprisingly manageable packed size.
- 25,000mm hydrostatic head enhanced Aquatexx™ fabric
- Rapid Knuckle System locks all five main poles into position
- Six vents, built-in peak and two magnetic rod straps
- 9.4kg shelter weight; 14.6kg total supplied packed weight
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the one-person Trakker Tempest RS 100 shelter, supplied with its groundsheet, clear window, Quicksticks, T-pegs and NXG carry bag.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A premium, well-equipped one-man shelter that scores strongly for weather protection, setup speed and practical bank features.
- Product Quality9.7/10
- Performance9.6/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.8/10
- Ease of Use9.5/10
- Value for Money8.5/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Carp anglers wanting a dependable one-man bivvy. The strong Aquatexx fabric, built-in peak and ventilation give you a comfortable base for short sessions or longer stays.
- Mobile anglers who hate faff. The Rapid Knuckle System and included Quicksticks make getting set up and packed down a much less drawn-out job.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers carrying everything a long way from the car. The full package weighs 14.6kg before you add bedchair, luggage, rods and bait, so it’s not exactly featherweight.
- Anyone wanting a genuinely roomy two-man-style shelter. It’s a one-man bivvy, and the internal space is best used sensibly rather than filled with every bit of kit you own.
The lowdown
Introducing the Trakker Tempest RS 100
A roomy, weather-ready bivvy with a clever frame, useful bank-friendly touches and a surprisingly manageable packed size.
- 25,000mm hydrostatic head enhanced Aquatexx™ fabric
- Rapid Knuckle System locks all five main poles into position
- Six vents, built-in peak and two magnetic rod straps
- 9.4kg shelter weight; 14.6kg total supplied packed weight
Quick verdict
Verdict
The Tempest RS 100 is a cracking one-man bivvy for anglers who want quick setup, proper weather protection and enough room to live comfortably through a longer session. The 25,000mm Aquatexx fabric, built-in peak and six-vent adaptive ventilation give it a serious all-weather feel.
It isn’t the lightest option once the full package is in the barrow, and the price bracket won’t suit every angler. But if you’re after a durable, feature-packed shelter that gets you fishing without a load of faff, this is a very strong bit of kit.
A premium, well-equipped one-man shelter that scores strongly for weather protection, setup speed and practical bank features.
- Product Quality
- 9.7/10
- Performance
- 9.6/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.8/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.5/10
- Value for Money
- 8.5/10
The enhanced Aquatexx fabric and advanced GRP composite block point to a robust, properly finished shelter.
The quick-erect frame, built-in peak and adaptive ventilation are well suited to changing UK conditions.
It won’t catch fish for you, but quick setup, tidy storage and weather protection help you stay focused and comfortable.
The Rapid Knuckle System, magnetic rod straps and supplied accessories keep setup and session organisation straightforward.
It’s a premium buy, but the complete package includes several useful extras rather than leaving you to add them later.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Trakker Tempest RS 100
One-man bivvies can go one of two ways, mate. Either they’re quick and tidy but feel like a cupboard, or they give you a bit of living space and take half the morning to get standing. The Trakker Tempest RS 100 is aimed squarely at the middle ground: quick to get up, properly weather-ready and roomy enough for a sensible session loadout.
The big talking point is Trakker’s Rapid Knuckle System. It locks all five main poles into position, so the frame should feel much less of a faff than a traditional shelter that needs endless sections joining and tensioning. That matters when the forecast turns a bit spicy, you’ve got a swim booked for an early start, or the rods are off and you want the shelter sorted quickly.
The frame uses an advanced GRP composite block, designed to be lightweight, strong and fatigue-resistant. In plain English, that’s the bit doing the clever work at the hub of the shelter. It helps keep the structure robust without making the frame feel like you’re hauling scaffolding down the bank.
Then there’s the material. Enhanced Aquatexx™ gives the RS 100 a 25,000mm hydrostatic head rating, which is serious wet-weather territory. You’re not buying a fair-weather brolly here. For a proper British downpour, the fabric is set up to keep the inside dry while you sort rigs, brew up or sit out a long quiet spell waiting for a bite-time.
The built-in peak is another dead handy touch. It helps minimise water ingress at the front, particularly when the shelter is open and you’re watching the water. That means less chance of rain running straight into your living space, and less frantic scrambling around when a shower blows through just as you’re getting comfortable.
Ventilation is covered by six vents using Trakker’s adaptive ventilation approach. That should help with airflow when conditions are warm, while also helping to manage condensation when the temperature drops overnight. It won’t turn a bivvy into a conservatory, obviously, but decent venting makes a big difference to comfort across changing seasons.
Inside, the RS 100 is set up for anglers who like their kit under control. Four internal mesh storage pockets give you somewhere for bite alarms, keys, headtorch, phone and those little terminal bits that otherwise vanish into the darkness. Two internal hanging points are useful for lamps, clothes or other lightweight essentials. Small touches, but proper bank-friendly ones.
There are also two magnetic rod straps, which help keep rods secure against the shelter when you’re setting up or breaking down. They’re the sort of feature you only really appreciate when the wind gets up and you’re juggling a rod, a landing net and half your kit at once. Anything that cuts down the balancing act gets a thumbs-up from me.
The dimensions are generous for a one-man shelter, with 150cm of external height and a 265cm width. Internal dimensions are 145cm high by 260cm wide, with 220cm of internal depth. That gives you useful headroom and enough floor area for a bedchair, luggage and the bits you actually need, though you’ll still want to pack sensibly rather than treating it like a gear warehouse.
The complete package weighs 14.6kg, with the shelter itself coming in at 9.4kg and the supplied accessories adding 5.2kg. That’s manageable on a barrow, but it’s worth thinking about if your favourite swim involves a long hike. Packed down, it measures 129cm long by 24cm in diameter, and the oversized NXG carry bag should make loading it up less of a wrestling match.
You get a groundsheet, clear window, tension strap, two Quicksticks and T-pegs in the bundle, so there’s no immediate shopping list before you can use it properly. That helps justify the premium feel. The RS 100 isn’t a skint option, but it does come as a complete, well-equipped shelter rather than a bare shell with extras creeping onto the bill.
For carp anglers, it looks especially well suited to overnighters, quick getaways and swims where you want a secure base without taking a two-man bivvy. For coarse and match anglers, it offers more protection than a basic umbrella-style shelter and should be useful when the weather is doing its usual UK nonsense. Set it back from the water, tension it properly and keep the vents working, and it should be a cracking companion on the bank.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Shelter type
- One-person quick-erect carp fishing bivvy
- Material
- Enhanced Aquatexx™
- Hydrostatic head
- 25,000mm
- Dimensions
- 150cm H x 265cm W x 225cm D externally
- Shelter weight
- 9.4kg
- Total packed weight
- 14.6kg, including supplied extras
Specs checked with Trakker, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The angle
The Tempest RS 100 is all about making the one-man bivvy work harder. You get a fast frame system, useful internal storage and a proper amount of headroom, without stepping up to a bulky two-man shelter.
That makes it a strong choice for mobile carp anglers, longer day sessions and anyone who wants a bit more comfort around the rods. It’s also a sensible fit for coarse and match anglers who need shelter that can handle changeable UK weather without turning the peg into a campsite.
Closer look
A proper one-man setup without the faff
The Tempest RS 100 combines a lightweight GRP composite block with the Rapid Knuckle System, which locks all five main poles into place. That gives the shelter its quick-erect appeal. You’re still going to peg and tension it properly, especially in wind, but the main frame should be far less fiddly than a conventional pole-by-pole bivvy.
Its enhanced Aquatexx™ fabric carries a 25,000mm hydrostatic head rating. Add the built-in peak and you’ve got strong protection when rain starts hammering the lake. The six adaptive vents help keep air moving, while the clear window lets you change the front setup without losing all visibility.
The internal details are well judged. Four mesh pockets, two hanging points and two magnetic rod straps help keep the essentials tidy. The included groundsheet, Quicksticks, tension strap, clear window and T-pegs mean the package arrives ready for a proper session.
Worth knowing. The shelter weighs 9.4kg, but the complete supplied package is 14.6kg. That’s fine on a barrow, but a fair old lump if you’re carrying it deep into a remote swim.
Who it suits
Built for anglers who want comfort and speed
This is a strong match for the carp angler who wants one-man convenience without feeling boxed in. The 260cm internal width and 220cm depth give you enough room for a bedchair and sensible luggage, while the 145cm internal height makes changing clothes and sorting kit less of a crouched-up mission.
It also makes sense for mobile anglers who move swims or fish short windows. The frame system cuts down setup faff, and the built-in storage means you can keep your headtorch, receiver, keys and rig bits close by instead of rummaging through a tackle bag at bite-time.
For coarse and match fishing, it’s a more substantial choice than a lightweight day shelter. Just remember the footprint and packed weight. If you’re hopping between pegs with minimal kit, a smaller shelter could be less of a carry.
Worth knowing. Use the vents when conditions allow, keep the groundsheet flat and tension the shelter evenly. Those simple habits make a noticeable difference to comfort, condensation and stability when the weather turns.
FAQs in full
The useful stuff before you buy
Does it have enough room for a bedchair and luggage? Yes, for a one-man shelter, the internal 260cm width and 220cm depth offer useful space. Pack with a bit of discipline and you should have room for the essentials without blocking the front.
Is it suitable for changing weather? That’s one of its main strengths. The 25,000mm fabric rating, built-in peak and six vents are aimed at keeping the shelter dry and usable through wet, warm and cooler conditions. For strong wind, use all the supplied pegging and tensioning points properly.
Is the carry weight a concern? It depends on your fishing. At 14.6kg all-in, it’s not a featherweight, but it’s perfectly manageable on a barrow. If you’re carrying it a long way by hand, the weight becomes more noticeable alongside a bedchair, rods, bait and the rest of your kit.
Worth knowing. The packed size is 129cm long by 24cm in diameter. Check your barrow and vehicle storage before buying, especially if you already carry a mountain of tackle.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Very quick and straightforward-looking Rapid Knuckle setup
- High 25,000mm hydrostatic head for proper wet-weather protection
- Built-in peak helps keep rain out when the front is open
- Good internal organisation, with four mesh pockets and two hanging points
- Supplied with groundsheet, clear window, Quicksticks and T-pegs
Worth knowing
- The complete packed package is fairly hefty at 14.6kg
- One-man footprint may feel tight with a mountain of kit inside
- Premium construction and extras push it beyond a bargain buy
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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 RS 100 waterproof?
Is the Trakker Tempest RS 100 waterproof?
It uses enhanced Aquatexx™ fabric with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head rating, so it’s built for serious wet-weather protection. The built-in peak also helps reduce water coming through the front when the shelter is open.
02What comes with the Tempest RS 100?
What comes with the Tempest RS 100?
You get the shelter, oversized heavy-duty NXG carry bag, groundsheet, tension strap, clear window, two Quicksticks and T-pegs. There are also two magnetic rod straps built into the shelter.
03How heavy is the complete package?
How heavy is the complete package?
The shelter itself weighs 9.4kg. The additional pegs, Quicksticks and carry bag add 5.2kg, making the total packed weight 14.6kg.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: verdict. The strongest reasons to choose it are very quick and straightforward-looking rapid knuckle setup and high 25,000mm hydrostatic head for proper wet-weather protection; the main trade-off is the complete packed package is fairly hefty at 14.6kg.
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Very quick and straightforward-looking Rapid Knuckle setup”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Carp anglers wanting a dependable one-man bivvy: The strong Aquatexx fabric, built-in peak and ventilation give you a comfortable base for short sessions or longer stays.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “The complete packed package is fairly hefty at 14.6kg”
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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