BBO (Bear Burrito Oven) VS. Tarp Door Kit

[joefbtg28]

Looking to beef up my winter setup a bit, especially for higher wind scenarios. Would it make more sense to add a Bear Burrito Oven to my W. Blackbird?
http://www.arrowhead-equipment.com/a...originals.html

Or add the door kit to my Big MambaJamba tarp?
http://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/tarps.php

Also, if you answer is the door kit. Is the door kit as good as the superfly? Or should I just save up for that?

Thanks for the replies!

[OutandBack]

I will suggest a breathable 2QZQ UQP and have Donna sew on a set of doors on you BMJ at the same time.

The BBO is very inventive, I owned one, and works great on cold spring/fall days above freezing with wind
but it needs away to be vented below 32F so your breath is not trapped inside the hammock.

[ringtail-THFKAfood]

A sock would be warmer than the BBO. If you are already using an under quilt protector then adding the BBO is effective.

Combination of BBO and under quilt protector:

BBO - Cost $75 and 6.5 oz.
2QZQ UQP - Cost $35 and 6.3 oz.

Warbonnet sock - Cost $85 and 9.3 oz.

The BBO will be warmer than the doors. A smaller volume is easier to heat than a larger volume.

[OutandBack]

A sock would be warmer than the BBO. If you are already using an under quilt protector then adding the BBO is effective.

Combination of BBO and under quilt protector:

BBO - Cost $75 and 6.5 oz.
2QZQ UQP - Cost $35 and 6.3 oz.

Warbonnet sock - Cost $85 and 9.3 oz.

The BBO will be warmer than the doors. A smaller volume is easier to heat than a larger volume.

I like this suggestion even better than mine and the sock can be vented to prevent condensation collecting inside.

[ringtail-THFKAfood]

A small opening is all that it takes to vent a sock. Make that two openings - one low and one high. I use my gloves low in the zipper to create a small gap and my socks in the velcro at the ridgeline. It creates a chimney effect.

Sometimes you are going to get condensation regarless of what you do.

The cure for condensation is air flow, aka wind.

[joefbtg28]

Thanks for the quick replies guys. So you both agree the UQP adds a noticeable amount of wind blocking and warmth? I guess it is like wearing a shell on top of your down jacket. Anyways thought I would share this picture from last weekend! Awesome weather up in the mountains.

[Bubba]

Nice picture! If you have to do either or, then a UQP and BBO or a sock would give you warmer results than the doors. The Superfly is my winter tarp. Consider saving up for one.

[OutandBack]

A BMJ is a superfly sans doors. They are the same size.

The Warbonnet Sock was used by many at last years Colorado winter Hang. All loved it.

[gunner76]

As a owner of a BBO and a Warbonnet Sock, I would lean towards the sock

[SnrMoment]

I've been experimenting with a BBO type clone for my DIY 11 foot BIAS type hammock. Works great with the UQP and is a little less cumbersome than the sock. The quilt protector is one of the better investments in hammock gear. I use mine year round, both for warmth and protection of the underquilt. Nights here are cool to cold, even in July/August.