Solar – Sp Quick-Up Shelter MkII Overwrap

Solar SP Quick-Up Shelter MKII Overwrap

Upgrade your bankside living standards with the Solar SP Quick-Up Shelter MKII Overwrap. At Gerry’s Fishing, we know that the original Quick-Up Shelter revolutionized the speed of setup, but for the dedicated long-stay angler, extra space and insulation are the keys to true comfort. This MKII Overwrap doesn’t just sit over your bivvy; it transforms it into a multi-room basecamp, providing a massive 1.2m porch area and a second skin that virtually eliminates condensation.

The genius of the Quick-Up system lies in its square footprint, and the Overwrap follows suit. Unlike traditional “dome” overwraps that leave you with awkward, unusable corners, this square design maximizes every inch of internal space. Whether you need a dedicated “wet room” for your muddy boots and cook-station or simply want to push your bedchair further back to stay dry during a storm, this overwrap delivers.

For MKII owners, it’s a seamless fit. For those still rocking the original MKI Quick-Up, Solar has thoughtfully included a conversion spreader block bracket, ensuring that every Quick-Up owner can benefit from this massive upgrade. It’s the ultimate way to turn a “quick” shelter into a fortress for year-round sessions.

Detailed Specifications

Where to Use

• Winter Sessions: The double-skin effect created by the overwrap traps a layer of air between the bivvy and the wrap. This retains heat in the winter and stays significantly cooler in the summer, while almost entirely removing internal condensation.

• European Festivals & Long Stays: When you’re on the bank for a week or more, the 1.2m porch is a game-changer. Use it as a kitchen area or a storage bay for your barrow, keeping your sleeping area clean and clutter-free.

• Extreme Weather: The Quick-Up is already stable, but adding the Overwrap and utilizing the pack-away guy ropes creates an incredibly rigid structure that can withstand the most punishing winds on expansive reservoirs.

• Social Fishing: If you’re fishing with a mate, the porch provides a dry “meeting room” where you can sit on guest chairs and tie rigs or cook without being cramped inside the main sleeping area.

Pro Tip

Gerry’s Pro Tip: When fitting the Overwrap, ensure the rear door of the wrap is perfectly aligned with the rear mesh door of your Quick-Up bivvy before you peg it down. This allows you to unzip both layers for incredible through-draft ventilation during hot summer nights without losing the shade and protection of the porch. Also, utilize those guy rope pockets—they keep your lines neat and tangle-free when packing away, so you aren’t fighting a “spiderweb” of ropes next time you’re setting up in the dark!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this wrap fit the original (MKI) Quick-Up bivvy?

Yes! Solar has included a specialized conversion bracket in the box. You simply swap out the spreader block component on your MKI bivvy, and the MKII Overwrap will fit perfectly.

Is it difficult to put on by yourself?

Not at all. Because the Quick-Up is a lower-profile, square-top bivvy, the wrap slides over the top much easier than a traditional tall dome. We recommend throwing it over the top before you fully tension the bivvy legs to make it a breeze.

How much extra length does this add to my footprint?

The overwrap adds a 1.2-meter porch to the front of your shelter. With a total depth of 3.7m, make sure your chosen swim has enough flat ground to accommodate the extended “nose” of the porch.

Will this help with condensation?

Significantly. The primary cause of condensation is the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the fabric. The overwrap creates a “dead air” space that acts as an insulator, keeping the inner skin of your bivvy dry even on the dampest autumn nights.