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Shelters · Two-person bivvies · Our take
Trakker Tempest RS 200
Trakker Tempest RS 200
A big, high-spec bivvy for anglers who want comfort, weather protection and less faff on longer sessions.
- Two-person bivvy with 380cm width and 290cm depth.
- 25,000mm hydrostatic-head multilayer Aquatexx fabric with black-out pigment.
- Rapid Knuckle System locks all five main poles into position.
- Packed weight is 20.2kg including pegs, Quick Sticks and carry bag.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Trakker Tempest RS 200 two-person fishing bivvy, supplied with its groundsheet, clear window, Quick Sticks, pegs, tension strap and carry bag.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A premium, spacious two-man bivvy that scores highly for protection and comfort, with weight and footprint stopping it being an all-rounder.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.7/10
- Performance9.6/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.6/10
- Ease of Use9/10
- Value for Money8.5/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Two anglers sharing a swim. There’s proper width and depth for two beds, tackle and the usual session clutter without everyone climbing over each other.
- Long-session carp and coarse anglers. The black-out fabric, ventilation and high waterproof rating are useful when you’re living out of the bivvy through changeable weather.
Maybe skip if
- Mobile anglers fishing short sessions. The weight and packed size are a fair old lump when you’re moving between swims or travelling light.
- Anglers on small or restricted pegs. The 380cm width and 290cm depth need plenty of room, so check the swim before you lug it down the bank.
The lowdown
Introducing the Trakker Tempest RS 200
A big, high-spec bivvy for anglers who want comfort, weather protection and less faff on longer sessions.
- Two-person bivvy with 380cm width and 290cm depth.
- 25,000mm hydrostatic-head multilayer Aquatexx fabric with black-out pigment.
- Rapid Knuckle System locks all five main poles into position.
- Packed weight is 20.2kg including pegs, Quick Sticks and carry bag.
Quick verdict
Verdict: a cracking home-from-home
The Tempest RS 200 is a serious two-man shelter with loads of room, strong weather protection and a clever frame system that should make set-up far less of a faff than with a traditional bivvy.
It’s big, heavy and a proper investment, mind. For longer carp or coarse sessions, that extra space and comfort look spot on. For quick overnighters or tight swims, it’s a bit much.
A premium, spacious two-man bivvy that scores highly for protection and comfort, with weight and footprint stopping it being an all-rounder.
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
- 8.6/10
- Ease of Use
- 9/10
- Value for Money
- 8.5/10
The composite hinge block, anti-twist poles and Aquatexx material point to a properly engineered shelter.
The high waterproof rating, built-in peak, black-out pigment and adaptive ventilation cover the main demands of long sessions.
It won’t catch fish for you, but comfort, storage and a clear viewing option can help you stay organised and ready for bite-time.
The Rapid Knuckle System and supplied Quick Sticks should cut down set-up faff, although the shelter’s size still takes some space and effort.
The package is well equipped and aimed at serious anglers, but the premium price bracket and bulky carry won’t suit everyone.
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 200
There’s bivvies, and then there’s the Trakker Tempest RS 200. This is a proper two-man shelter built for anglers who want room to spread out, stay dry and ride out a longer session without feeling boxed in. It’s not the sort of thing you chuck over your shoulder for a cheeky few hours, though. This is a big bit of kit.
At 380cm wide and 290cm deep, it gives you a cracking amount of living space. Two beds, tackle bags, food, clothing and a bit of general bank clutter should fit without turning the place into a game of fishing-themed Tetris. The 170cm height also gives you more headroom than a low-profile shelter, which is dead handy when you’re getting changed or sorting rigs inside.
The main attraction is the frame. Trakker uses an advanced GRP composite hinge block with its Rapid Knuckle System, which locks all five main poles into position. That should make the whole pitching routine more straightforward, especially when the weather’s doing its best to make you grumpy. Get the frame opened, secure the poles and then tension the shelter properly before pegging it down.
Those poles are black, textured and powder-coated, with an anti-twist finish. That sounds like a small detail, but anything that helps stop the frame rotating or slipping while you’re putting the shelter up is welcome. On a large bivvy, a stable frame makes a difference. You don’t want to be wrestling a saggy roof while rain runs down the back of your neck.
The fabric is the serious bit. The multilayer Aquatexx material carries a 25,000mm hydrostatic head rating, so it’s aimed at proper wet-weather protection rather than just keeping off a light shower. The built-in peak also helps reduce water running through the doorway when you’re opening up after a downpour. That’s the sort of practical touch you appreciate when the rods are off and the sky has turned black.
Trakker has added black-out pigment to the material as well. This helps reduce light and heat ingress, while also limiting sun damage. In summer, that should make the bivvy less greenhouse-like, and it’ll help keep things darker when you’re trying to kip after a night of fizzing alarms. It’s not magic, mind. Open the doors and windows when the sun’s hammering down.
Adaptive ventilation is another useful feature. Airflow can help reduce condensation and lower internal temperatures, which matters when two anglers are breathing, cooking and generally occupying the same shelter for hours on end. You’ll still want to use the vents sensibly. In damp weather, a bit of airflow is often better than sealing every flap shut and waking up to a dripping ceiling.
Storage is well thought through too. There are four internal pockets, including two with hanging points, so small essentials can be kept off the ground and close to hand. That’s ideal for headtorches, keys, spools, receivers and the bits you always seem to lose under a bedchair. Two magnetic rod straps are supplied as well, giving you a handy way to secure rods while you’re inside sorting a rig.
The trade-off is size and weight. The shelter weighs 13.8kg, while the full packed weight reaches 20.2kg with pegs, Quick Sticks and carry bag. Add beds, barrow kit and bait, and this isn’t a light stroll to the far end of the lake. But if you fish longer sessions, share a swim or simply like a bit of comfort, the Tempest RS 200 looks like a proper home-from-home rather than just somewhere to hide from the rain.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Capacity
- Two-person fishing bivvy/shelter
- Material
- 25,000mm hydrostatic-head multilayer Aquatexx
- Set-up size
- 170cm high x 380cm wide x 290cm deep
- Shelter weight
- 13.8kg
- Packed weight
- 20.2kg including pegs, Quick Sticks and carry bag
- Packed size
- 163cm long x 25cm
Specs checked with Trakker, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The big question: do you need this much bivvy?
The Tempest RS 200 makes most sense when you fish with a mate, take plenty of kit or want room to stay comfortable through a long session. Its 25,000mm Aquatexx material, black-out pigment and adaptive ventilation are aimed squarely at proper all-weather use.
It isn’t a minimalist shelter. At 13.8kg for the shelter and 20.2kg packed with the carry bag, poles, pegs and extras, you’ll want a barrow or a short walk to the swim. But once it’s up, the extra room could be a real bite-time luxury.
What you’re buying
A big, well-equipped two-man shelter
The Tempest RS 200 is built around a five-pole frame, with Trakker’s GRP composite hinge block and Rapid Knuckle System doing the clever work. Once the poles are locked into position, the structure should feel much less fiddly to pitch than a shelter that needs every section carefully assembled. The black textured powder-coated poles are designed to resist twisting, which is handy when you’re tensioning a large bivvy.
The supplied package is generous. Alongside the bivvy, you get a groundsheet, clear window, tension strap, two Quick Sticks, T-pegs and a heavy-duty carry bag. There are also four internal storage pockets, two with hanging points, plus two magnetic rod straps. Keep the small stuff in those pockets and you’ll avoid the usual late-night faff of hunting around beneath the bedchair.
Worth knowing. The footprint is substantial: 380cm wide by 290cm deep. Measure your favourite swims before heading out, especially if you fish narrow platforms, snaggy corners or pegs with limited flat ground.
On the bank
Made for comfort, not quick dashes
This is a strong match for two anglers who want to share a shelter without living shoulder-to-shoulder. There’s room for beds, bags and the kit that builds up during a proper session. It also suits solo anglers who like plenty of space, especially when the forecast is rough and you’re spending more time inside than beside the rods.
The Aquatexx fabric, 25,000mm hydrostatic head and built-in peak all point towards reliable wet-weather use. The black-out pigment should help with brightness and heat, while adaptive ventilation is useful for keeping condensation under control. Open the vents when conditions allow, and use the clear window when you want to keep an eye on the swim without leaving the door fully open.
Worth knowing. At 20.2kg packed, this is barrow territory for most anglers. Plan the route to the swim, and don’t forget the shelter’s 163cm packed length when loading the car.
The useful bits
Answers before you part with the quid
The Tempest RS 200 is a premium two-person bivvy for anglers who value space and weather protection over a lightweight carry. It’s especially well suited to longer carp or coarse sessions where the bivvy becomes your base for a day, night or several days.
Set-up should be helped by the Rapid Knuckle System, which locks all five main poles into position. Once pitched, use the supplied tension strap and Quick Sticks where needed, then peg the shelter properly. With a bivvy this size, getting the tension right is key to keeping the roof neat and helping water run away cleanly.
Worth knowing. The shelter weight is 13.8kg, but the figure that matters on the bank is the total packed weight: 20.2kg including the pegs, Quick Sticks and carry bag.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Loads of usable space for two anglers and their kit.
- Very strong weather protection from the 25,000mm Aquatexx fabric.
- Rapid Knuckle System should make pitching quicker and simpler.
- Black-out pigment helps reduce light and heat ingress.
- Comes with a useful bundle of accessories, including groundsheet and clear window.
Worth knowing
- Heavy and bulky for short sessions or swims with awkward access.
- Large footprint won’t suit every peg or narrow platform.
- A premium shelter that asks for a serious chunk of your tackle budget.
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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 200 suitable for two anglers?
Is the Trakker Tempest RS 200 suitable for two anglers?
Yes. It’s designed as a two-person fishing bivvy, with enough width and depth for two anglers plus beds, tackle and session kit. As ever, check the peg dimensions before pitching.
02What comes with the Tempest RS 200?
What comes with the Tempest RS 200?
You get the groundsheet, clear window, tension strap, two Quick Sticks, T-pegs and a heavy-duty carry bag. Two magnetic rod straps are included too.
03How heavy is the Trakker Tempest RS 200?
How heavy is the Trakker Tempest RS 200?
The shelter itself weighs 13.8kg. The total packed weight is 20.2kg when the pegs, Quick Sticks and carry bag are included.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: verdict: a cracking home-from-home. The strongest reasons to choose it are loads of usable space for two anglers and their kit. and very strong weather protection from the 25,000mm aquatexx fabric.; the main trade-off is heavy and bulky for short sessions or swims with awkward access..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Loads of usable space for two anglers and their kit.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Two anglers sharing a swim: There’s proper width and depth for two beds, tackle and the usual session clutter without everyone climbing over each other.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “Heavy and bulky for short sessions or swims with awkward access.”
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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