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In reply to Post #21
Usage update: The supplied groundsheet is like work-supplied toilet paper... the two-ply stuff 😂
Can't see it lasting - might have to invest in another, as spare? - whilst there is still stock. Or get a repair kit for what I have? Really disappointed actually. In just three trips, it's in worst condition than my Royale was when I sold it, after 11 years and 1000's of hours on the bank. I've tried repositioning my bed/day chair but that just starts creating new wear in a different place. The sheet just can't have anything underneath it seems; small stones, wood chip etc. I think there's even been wear caused by some particularly tough blades of grass 😢😂
Worth reaching out to Fox?
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In reply to Post #20
Hi guys,
I'm out in France now with the bivvy and I'm loving it... It was a huge upgrade from my Royale Classic.
Deluxe Wrap users though - how does it work? I'm not sure I've set it up properly. Any tips?
https://ibb.co/b5bpv5pt
I don't get how the groundsheet extension works or where the storm poles are actually meant to fit?
https://ibb.co/6cbR5GYX
Thanks.
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In reply to Post #19
Great price 
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In reply to Post #16
I have the green bivvy and the green deluxe wrap. But like you I think my OCD will kick in when I come to use my camo deluxe extension 😂. I wanted a green one but managed to win a brand new camo version on ebay from Hull Angling for £134 delivered so I’ll guess I’ll suffer the mismatching 😂
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In reply to Post #17
Sounds like good reasoning 👍
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In reply to Post #16
I sold all of my mk1 frontier kit to upgrade to the mk2. Went for the camo version this time instead of Green. Too many stains was visible even after a good wash so my theory was get in camo to reduce the sight of stains.
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I was looking around again last night at vids of this bivvy.
The standard olive with camo mesh, that'd mess with my OCD enough to buy the full camo though....hmm. is the camo that obv in use?
I take it the door side panels don't have a clear window? I like to be able to see out lying down, guessing that's not a option without orientating the bivvy to see out of the door instead?
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In reply to Post #13
Ah yeah I get ya, yeah real shame they don’t
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In reply to Post #13
Agreed, been caught out with inadequate frontage when weather took an unexpected turn.
Probably a mixture of profiteering and producing separate items being cheaper that they don't do it.
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In reply to Post #12
And a full mozzi door....
Bivvys always used to have a solid door but you could roll it up to reveal the mozzi mesh..
If you read my post I said "I don't want to unzip the door when the weather changes."
Most of the top bivvies still have a roll up flap to reveal the mesh.
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In reply to Post #11
They’ve got a full mozzi front you can buy separately for ?35
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In reply to Post #10
I only wish they would make a solid door/mozzi door all in one.
It's so annoying changing doors when the weather changes.
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In reply to Post #6
Completely agree,I previously owned the original and I’ve nearly made an error as a result. Hence why I took my time and put it up and down several times to ensure I got it nailed in my mind lol
It?s such a great Bobby and although they don?t need geared block etc once you got it in your head you won?t look back. It?s defo better than the mk1 and for the bigger door is a huge win..goes up and down in seconds
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In reply to Post #8
Following with interest
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I’ve got one and on my first outing I opened and closed the block a few times to get used to it. As long as you follow the set up and pack down instructions you’ll be fine. They are quite high and reaching the block might be a bit of a struggle if you are on the shorter side. I’m 6ft 1 and although I could reach the block without too much trouble the first thing I thought was it might be a struggle if you are shorter. Not sure if I like the blackout lining or not yet lol being bright sunshine and struggling to see in the Bivvy will take some getting used to
But overall I’m impressed with it and glad I upgraded from my 100T. It is quite zippy though lol there’s 3-4 zips for the groundsheet if you use the front multiple zips on the doors and vents but I’m sure I’ll get used to it.dont know why they decided I needed 30+ pegs and about 8 miles of rope though. Also got the deluxe extension and overwrap but yet to use these yet
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it doesnt need a geared system, just over complicating things
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In reply to Post #4
And bringing it to the market where users arealdy familiar with it's predecessor and thinking they'll look at the instructions 1st. I've said it before, yes it's user error but it should have been designed out at the designing stage, it was bound to happen!
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In reply to Post #1
Some of the materials used in poles and blocks from the main two companies are utter gash and spot on -we pack up or set up in some naff conditions. I've barely done anything I would conceive wrong and broke a few trakker poles to keep their spares dept busy!
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something brought to market that can have such consequences by not doing it right is a complete oversight in my eyes, what if your setting up/packing down in a monsoon, muddy banks,wind rain etc...all the videos of putting g these up and down are either at a trade show or a warehouse and far from a realistic fishing environment
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In reply to Post #2
99% are user errors,
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In reply to Post #1
Only thing I can suggest is take you time for the first few goes and ensure you follow the steps in the instructions or videos. I’m seeing a lot of issues with them on various groups. Fingers crossed but I haven’t had any issues but I do wonder if the issues are user error.
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Hi guys,
I picked up a Frontier X II last Bank Holiday with the Deluxe wrap - I've had it up in the garden a couple of times, no real issues. I watched a load of vids/guides etc., before purchasing so I think I'm generally good, but I was wondering if anyone had any tip/tricks/hacks that might benefit me before I hit the bank? - my first time out with it will be in a couple of weeks in France... such is my working life 
Thanks!
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