Mil-TecMil-Tec Ripstop Poncho

Though I've not used it sofar, all looks fine.

Good size, perfect for fishing. Waterproof in worst conditions. Useful when on stool, box, chair etc, keeps all equipment covered. Very light, but sweaty inside on long walks, undo studs for ventilation, no longer a problem. Hood excellent size, may creep down a bit, but wear a cap, hat etc.. underneath and the hood becomes perfect for the job. Very useful when under umbrella and have to leave umbrella to land a large fish; cape keeps you dry, just be careful when bending down not to step on cape. Slight note of warning, watch for thorn bushes, although the material is 'ripstop'; thorns seem large this year with all the rain we have had in June. Rain obvivously drips off at the bottom, can soak shoes and the lower part of trousers, recommend wearing water proof trousers or leggings with approriate boots or footwear.Overall excellent piece of gear for the price. Will keep you dry. Need not be used just for fishing. Don't let camo put you off, not just suitable for fishing but also for stalking, camping, shooting etc... The cape is so light and in its own pouch, worth keeping in car or rucksack for emergencies. The woodland camo pattern is fine, fished the other day wearing cape during downpour and caught in the margins 13 carp on club lake up to 15LBS. Does the job!!!!!!!

I bought two and they are great value for the money. They are not the most lightweight poncho but for the price, wow. The hood is large and requires a hat with a brim to keep it up but it goes over the head easily. You can clip two together to make a large shelter etc. the material press studs and eyelets are very good quality (they are Mil-Tech) as was the service from the supplier. Used them the day they arrived at a wet and windy youngsters rugby match, so many people were interested in them I think I might have started a trend, especially as I could keep my cup of coffee out of the rain. Getting the poncho back in the pouch as neatly as it arrived was a non event, it was rolled up into a that will do size and stuffed in.

The material is actual ripstop nylon, coated with PU on the inside.It isn't the lightest - not by a long shot - but it does fell well made and looks like it will last.Will this keep you dry in heavy rain? Yes. It will also make you sweat a fair amount if you exert yourself while wearing it.

jacket or tarp the usefulness is limited only by your imagination

Well it's only a few quid more than the cheapy ones but its totally worth those few extra quid for the improved quality this particular poncho offers. Its is a little weighty but its already become an auto include in my bushcraft bag (I live in Ireland though so I'm sure anyone reading will understand)

Could double as a tent. Great item

This is exactly what I need for camping and music festivals - complete coverage. As I am not the tallest of people, it comes down to below my knees, so over the top of my wellies, so no more wet feet!! I will have to use small cable ties or shorter 'laces' at the bottom of the poncho (or take them out completely) as they will touch the ground, and get soaked otherwise. Just need to test it in a downpour now.