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Shelters · Tempest RS 150 accessories · Our take
Trakker Tempest RS 150 Social Cap
Social Cap
A proper porch upgrade for the Tempest RS 150, adding shelter, airflow and a bit more living space when the weather turns a bit lively.
- Creates a 1.2m-deep front porch for the Tempest RS 150.
- Uses enhanced Aquatexx fabric with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head.
- Twin side openings improve airflow and help reduce condensation.
- Supplied with dual magnetic rod straps, T-pegs, tension strap and carry bag.
Make sure it’s the right one. This is the Trakker Tempest RS 150 Social Cap only. It’s a front porch attachment for the Tempest RS 150 bivvy, not a standalone shelter.
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Tackle Index score
A premium, purpose-built comfort upgrade for Tempest RS 150 owners, with strong weather protection and useful ventilation.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.7/10
- Performance9.6/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.4/10
- Ease of Use8.9/10
- Value for Money8.6/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Tempest RS 150 owners doing longer sessions. The porch adds a useful covered zone for cooking, sitting out, sorting tackle and keeping the bivvy entrance cleaner.
- Anglers fishing exposed pegs or mixed weather. The robust waterproof fabric, shade and ventilation give you a more comfortable base when conditions swing about.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers using another bivvy. This is shaped specifically for the Tempest RS 150, so it’s not a universal social shelter.
- Roaming anglers who pack ultra-light. The 5.70kg weight and 131cm transport length are a fair chunk of kit for short, mobile sessions.
The lowdown
Introducing the Trakker Tempest RS 150 Social Cap
A proper porch upgrade for the Tempest RS 150, adding shelter, airflow and a bit more living space when the weather turns a bit lively.
- Creates a 1.2m-deep front porch for the Tempest RS 150.
- Uses enhanced Aquatexx fabric with a 25,000mm hydrostatic head.
- Twin side openings improve airflow and help reduce condensation.
- Supplied with dual magnetic rod straps, T-pegs, tension strap and carry bag.
Quick verdict
Verdict
If you run a Tempest RS 150, this is a cracking way to make the front of the bivvy far more useful. The 1.2m porch gives you somewhere to sit, cook, sort tackle or shelter from a sideways shower.
It’s not the lightest or cheapest-looking add-on, and you’ll need the matching bivvy to use it. But the Aquatexx fabric, proper ventilation and magnetic rod straps make it a very capable bit of shelter kit for longer sessions.
A premium, purpose-built comfort upgrade for Tempest RS 150 owners, with strong weather protection and useful ventilation.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9.7/10
- Performance
- 9.6/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.4/10
- Ease of Use
- 8.9/10
- Value for Money
- 8.6/10
Enhanced Aquatexx fabric, aluminium poles and well-considered fittings give it a properly premium feel.
The porch, waterproof rating, ventilation and black-out pigment cover the main jobs very well.
It won’t change your rigs, but a drier, calmer base can make long sessions more comfortable and organised.
Dedicated RS 150 fitment and pre-formed poles reduce faff, while the extra size adds some handling bulk.
It’s a high-value accessory if you already own the RS 150, but less tempting if you only want a basic shelter.
Head to head
How it stacks up
Side by side with the closest kit we've reviewed. This updates as we add more reviews.
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Trakker Tempest RS 150 Social Cap
The Trakker Tempest RS 150 Social Cap is one of those add-ons that makes a lot of sense once you picture a proper session. You’ve already got the RS 150 bivvy, but the front can still feel a bit exposed when the rain’s hammering down or the sun’s beating on the swim. This adds a covered porch area and gives the bivvy a more complete, social setup.
The main headline is the 1.2m front porch. That’s plenty of space to stand under, sit on a bedchair or sort a brew without immediately getting soaked. It also gives you somewhere to stash muddy boots, a bucket or a bit of tackle, keeping the living area inside the bivvy a touch less chaotic. Any extra floor space is welcome when you’re doing a few nights.
Fitment is straightforward in principle because it’s made specifically for the Tempest RS 150. There’s no faffing around with universal clips or trying to make a random overwrap behave. The pre-formed, black powder-coated aluminium poles give the front section its shape, while the supplied tension strap helps keep everything pulled neat and stable.
Weather protection is a big part of the appeal. The enhanced Aquatexx fabric carries a 25,000mm hydrostatic head, so it’s built for proper wet conditions rather than a cheeky summer shower. Used with the RS 150, the porch gives rain less chance to run straight into the doorway every time you nip out to check a rod or answer a screaming take.
It’s not just about keeping wet, though. The fabric uses a multi-layer breathable system, and the twin side openings are there to improve airflow and reduce condensation. That matters on still nights when the inside of a shelter can get clammy. Open the sides when conditions allow and you can get a bit more air moving through the porch.
The black-out pigment is another smart touch. It reduces light and heat ingress, which should make the porch more comfortable during bright daytime spells. That’s handy when you’re trying to grab a kip after a dawn bite-time, or when the bivvy starts feeling like a greenhouse in July. It won’t perform miracles, but it’s a useful comfort feature.
There are some properly dead handy details too. The dual magnetic rod straps give you somewhere to rest the rods while you’re dealing with a fish, changing a rig or sheltering from a sudden shower. They’re the sort of small inclusion that earns its keep because you don’t have to start hunting for a safe place to prop the rods.
You do need to account for the extra bulk. At 5.70kg, this isn’t a featherweight accessory, and the 131cm transport length won’t vanish in a compact holdall. For a long weekend or a comfortable campaign setup, that’s probably a fair trade. For a quick move-round-the-lake job, it could feel like a bit of a faff.
Also, don’t assume the front is fully enclosed straight out of the bag. Front infill panels aren’t supplied. The open porch is useful for airflow and access, but if you want a more sealed setup in driving rain or colder weather, you’ll need to look at the compatible panel options separately. That’s worth knowing before you’re standing on the bank with a forecast doing its worst.
Overall, the Social Cap is a high-value comfort upgrade rather than essential tackle. If you already own the Tempest RS 150 and spend proper time on the bank, it adds shelter, storage space and a better transition between inside and outside. It makes the bivvy feel more like a proper base, without turning the whole setup into a daft mansion.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Compatibility
- Trakker Tempest RS 150 bivvy
- Dimensions
- 160cm H × 320cm W × 120cm D
- Weight
- 5.70kg
- Material
- Enhanced Aquatexx fabric with multi-layer breathable system
- Hydrostatic head
- 25,000mm
- Packed size
- 131cm L × 16cm diameter
Specs checked with Trakker, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The angle
This isn’t just a fancy front flap. The Social Cap turns the Tempest RS 150 into a more practical base camp, with a covered area that helps keep the bivvy entrance drier and gives you valuable room on cramped pegs.
The black-out pigment, breathable construction and twin side openings are the big bank-friendly details. You get shade and reduced heat ingress without simply sealing yourself into a sweaty nylon box.
Shelter upgrade
A porch that earns its keep
The Social Cap creates a 1.2m-deep front porch for the Tempest RS 150. That extra strip of cover is useful for sitting out, getting changed, sorting rigs or making a brew while the rain rattles down. The 320cm width follows the bivvy nicely, and the pre-formed black powder-coated aluminium poles keep the structure tidy.
Enhanced Aquatexx fabric, a 25,000mm hydrostatic head and black-out pigment give it serious wet-weather and daytime comfort credentials. Twin side openings help move air through the porch, while the breathable multi-layer construction helps keep condensation from becoming a proper nuisance.
Worth knowing. Front infill panels aren’t included. The supplied kit does include T-pegs, a tension strap, dual magnetic rod straps and an Aquatexx zipped carry bag.
On the bank
Best for longer, settled sessions
This makes most sense for Tempest RS 150 owners who spend several nights on one peg. The porch gives you a covered working area and helps protect the main doorway from rain, mud and general bank mess. It’s especially useful on exposed waters where the weather can turn from bob-on to grim in half an hour.
It’s less convincing for short day sessions or anglers constantly hopping between swims. At 5.70kg and 131cm packed length, it adds a noticeable lump to the loadout. That weight is easier to justify when comfort, shade and a dry entrance matter more than moving light.
Quick answers
The bits anglers usually want to know
The Social Cap is designed solely for the Trakker Tempest RS 150 bivvy. It isn’t a standalone shelter and shouldn’t be treated as a universal front extension for other Tempest models.
The dimensions are 160cm high, 320cm wide and 120cm deep. It packs down to 131cm long with a 16cm diameter, so check your barrow, holdall and vehicle space before adding it to the kit list.
The included magnetic rod straps are handy for temporarily securing rods while you’re busy. Still use common sense around snags, tight lines and any screaming take — they’re a convenience feature, not a substitute for proper rod control.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Adds a genuinely useful 1.2m porch to the Tempest RS 150.
- High 25,000mm hydrostatic head suits proper wet-weather sessions.
- Breathable multi-layer fabric, black-out pigment and side ventilation work well together.
- Magnetic rod straps are dead handy when the rods are off and the weather turns.
Worth knowing
- Only fits the Trakker Tempest RS 150 bivvy.
- Front infill panels aren’t included, so the porch remains open unless you buy compatible extras.
- At 5.70kg, it adds noticeable bulk to a mobile setup.
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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.
01Does the Trakker Tempest RS 150 Social Cap include front infill panels?
Does the Trakker Tempest RS 150 Social Cap include front infill panels?
No. The front infill panels aren’t supplied, so check what extra panels or compatible options you need before ordering.
02Can the Social Cap be used without a Tempest RS 150?
Can the Social Cap be used without a Tempest RS 150?
No. It’s designed for the Trakker Tempest RS 150 bivvy and isn’t a standalone shelter.
03Does it help with condensation?
Does it help with condensation?
It should. The multi-layer breathable system and twin side openings improve airflow, while the extra porch space helps keep the main bivvy entrance more protected.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: verdict. The strongest reasons to choose it are adds a genuinely useful 1.2m porch to the tempest rs 150. and high 25,000mm hydrostatic head suits proper wet-weather sessions.; the main trade-off is only fits the trakker tempest rs 150 bivvy..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Adds a genuinely useful 1.2m porch to the Tempest RS 150.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Tempest RS 150 owners doing longer sessions: The porch adds a useful covered zone for cooking, sitting out, sorting tackle and keeping the bivvy entrance cleaner.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “Only fits the Trakker Tempest RS 150 bivvy.”
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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