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S.O.L. Emergency Blanket
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SKU: 0140-1222-707708212222
Overview
Built for emergency use in the backcountry, this blanket is intended to help one person retain warmth when conditions turn cold or uncertain. Its vacuum-metalized polyethylene construction is designed to reflect 90% of body heat, while the orange exterior improves visibility for rescuers. The material is described as windproof and waterproof, and it is made to open easily, resist shredding if nicked or punctured, and avoid the loud crinkle common to traditional mylar blankets. At 56" x 84", it also has practical utility beyond warmth, serving as a ground cloth, gear cover, or first aid blanket when space and weight matter.
Why Hunters Choose the Adventure Medical
Reflects 90%
Of body heat to help
High-visibility Orange
Exterior helps rescuers spot you
Opens Easily
Resists shredding if nicked or
Quiet Material
Won’t crinkle in high winds
Can Be
Repaired if ripped or torn,
Key Features
- Vacuum-metalized polyethylene Heatsheets reflects 90% of body heat.
- Resists tearing and will not shred if nicked or punctured.
- Quiet material helps avoid crinkling in high winds.
- High-visibility orange exterior aids rescue visibility.
- Sized for one person at 56" x 84".
- Can also serve as a ground cloth, gear cover, or first aid blanket.
Best Used For
- Solo hunters needing a compact emergency layer for unexpected exposure or delays in the field.
- Backcountry users who want a quiet, low-bulk blanket that won’t crinkle in high winds.
- Rescue-conscious outdoorsmen who value a high-visibility orange signal aid.
- Hunters packing a multipurpose item for ground cloth, gear cover, or first aid use.
- One-person trips where a lightweight emergency blanket is preferred over bulkier shelter options.
Specifications
| Color | High-visibility orange exterior |
|---|---|
| Fits | One person |
| Heat Reflection | 90% of body heat |
| Material | Vacuum-metalized polyethylene Heatsheets |
| Multiuse | Ground cloth, gear cover, first aid blanket, and more |
| Noise Level | Quiet; won't crinkle in high winds |
| Repairable | Rips and tears can be repaired |
| Shred Resistance | Will not shred if nicked or punctured |
| Size | 56" x 84" |
| Tear Resistance | Resists tearing |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Weight | 2.5 ounces |
| Windproof | Yes |
Pros
- Reflects 90% of body heat to help retain warmth in emergencies.
- High-visibility orange exterior helps rescuers spot you more easily.
- Opens easily and resists shredding if nicked or punctured.
- Quiet material won’t crinkle in high winds.
- Can be repaired if ripped or torn, extending usable life.
- Versatile design works as a ground cloth, gear cover, or first aid blanket.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Sized to fit one person, so it’s a personal emergency layer rather than a group shelter solution.
- At 56" x 84", coverage is compact enough for packability, but it won’t replace a larger bivy or tarp when conditions call for more protection.
- The orange exterior improves visibility for rescuers, but that same high-visibility look may be less discreet in the field.
- Its multi-use design adds flexibility as a ground cloth, gear cover, or first aid blanket, but those roles are still secondary to its primary emergency-blanket function.
Suggested Comparisons
- Emergency bivy or survival shelter
- Reusable space blanket
- Backcountry first-aid blanket
- Gear cover or ground cloth
Suggested Accessories
- Emergency bivy sack
- First aid kit
- Backpack rain cover
- Ground tarp
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people is this emergency blanket sized for?
It is sized to fit one person.
What size is the blanket?
The listed size is 56" x 84".
What material is it made from?
The product description says it is made from vacuum-metalized polyethylene Heatsheets.
What features does the description specifically mention?
The description says it reflects 90% of body heat, opens easily, resists tearing, will not shred like Mylar if nicked or punctured, can have rips and tears repaired, is quiet in high winds, and has a high-visibility orange exterior.
Can it be used for anything besides emergency warmth?
Yes. The description says it can also be used as a ground cloth, gear cover, first aid blanket, and more.