USGI Industries Military Style Poncho Multi Use Rip Stop Camouflage Rain Poncho

I bought this poncho to have something that I could use as rain gear, but also as a ground cloth for lightweight camping without a tent. This rain poncho fit the bill. Spread out on the ground, it fit perfectly for me under a 10x7 A-line tarp set up and kept my sleeping bag dry (I’m 5’6”). It was easy to shake out in the morning and wear. It was a little big on me, but it’s a poncho, so that really doesn’t matter. There is lots of room for your backpack or anything else you want to carry under it. I liked how sturdy it was despite how thin and lightweight the material was. I didn't use the cord for the waist, but it’s there when you want it. This should last much longer than my previous ponchos.

I recently received the USGI Industries Military Style Poncho. The weight, construction, and color of the poncho was as I had hoped when I placed my order. I was very pleased with it until I discovered that a snap had pulled loose from the fabric. I decided to keep the poncho and use it as is because I didn't want the hassle of shipping it back and just one snap being unusable was only going to slightly downgrade the function of the poncho. I received an email from the company asking for a review so I sent one in and explained my disappointment with the snap issue. The next morning I received an email from customer service stating that they had read my review and they wanted to make this right. Customer service offered to send me a new poncho at no cost to me. I didn't even have to send this one back.Well, that all happened Friday and I received via FedEx the new replacement poncho today (Tuesday). This poncho is identical to the first one I received: Not to heavy but not so light that the wind blows it all over, a good shade of olive drab (on the light side but still olive), the head opening is large enough to put it on and take it off easily, the hood has good dimensions, and all the snaps are secured to the fabric and function as designed. Obviously, I am pleased with the product and overall outcome of this. Its hard to beat customer service like that. I wouldn't hesitate to order again.

This is a good product - especially for the price. I have used the Helikon-Tex poncho, Arcturus Poncho, genuine US military poncho, among others. This one has held up well considering the price. My last one has survived 2 1/2yrs of heavy use and is still in tact except for a few minor holes from sparks from a campfire.This poncho can be used with a woobie, and works well in that configuration for a sleep system. The poncho is lightweight and strong. I’ve had no issues with the fabric other than with one of the grommets ripping out when using the tarp for a raised shelter bed. This was nothing a bit of gorilla tape couldn’t fix.The poncho has good dimensions and can be used effectively in a plow point, a-frame, lean-to, or flying configuration. I’ve also used this poncho as a pack cover by draping it over my pack and then tying out two sides underneath my armpits to cover a 65l pack while backpacking in the Pacific Northwest in heavy rain conditions.This tarp packs away small and is a great addition to a kit for everything from a moisture barrier ground cover, to flying the poncho to provide overhead cover for a lunch stop. I would highly recommend this product as compared to other ponchos on Amazon. While I believe the Helikon-Tex poncho to be slightly superior - this one comes in a close second. Not to mention this one is readily available and in a variety of colors.If this poncho had increased stitching - especially around the grommets, this product would be 5 star in my opinion. Overall, you will be happy you purchased this product!Hope this helps!

I've had the opportunity to use my poncho a half a dozen times now. The quality is good and the snaps are better than other inexpensive ponchos I've owned. It keeps the rain and wind at bay without being heavy or cumbersome. My only complaint is that the hood never stays where I want it.

Bought this to keep in my truck for emergencies. Got stuck in a rain storm and thank God I had it. I'm a big guy and it fit fine with plenty of room to spare. Seems pretty durable but only time will tell. All on all I'm happy I bought it.

I read some of the negative reviews and concede that these ponchos may be a little thinner and less rugged than genuine military issue, but they're also lighter, more compact and a fraction of the cost. Which for occasional backpacking, make them work better for me.I like that they are rip-stop and wider than most ponchos, (a full 62 inches), so in addition to keeping you dry while you're hiking, you can stretch a bit of para-cord between 2 trees and make a tent , or snap the two sides together to create a rainproof bivy over your sleeping bag. I bought 2 and they snap together beautifully to create a 2-person emergency bivy for my wife and I. My only disappointment is that there are no snaps at the bottom to close the bivy. If I can find 4 to 6 of the 2-sided snaps I'll add them myself. Or in an emergency, duct tape the bottoms together.Living in Colorado, I keep a small day-pack in my car at all times for those spontaneous hikes when we're driving through the mountains. 2 of these ponchos fit easily in my bag, along with packable down coats, thermolite underwear and a few other survival essentials. No one plans to get lost of have an emergency in the wilderness, but if you do, you'll be very glad you invested in these ponchos. If they ever offer them in Survival orange, I'll buy them again.

This Poncho I ordered is as represented on-line snd though as Ponchos go a little pricey but I wanted a better quality Poncho and I am NOT disappointed.It is well made, strong, has a very good Camouflage Pattern and comes with a handy pull-cord carry bag which is nice. I ordered oversized because of wearing it when needed over my other bulky clothing. So yes a handy, compact, well made Poncho which is in its own carry bag and just put it in your backpack or stuff it in your large coat pocket.Handy to have for sure!

Durable.I love how it can be turned into a shelter.Excellent for wind and rain. I put a belt iver it so its not so flappy, as the drawstring doesnt draw in enough. Keeps me warm when caught in the rain.Not overly heavy, but fits over a backpack to keep gear dry.Worth every penny for quality.

Muy buen por lo anunciado aunque no sea original del Ejército me parece que cumple con los requisitos y en cuestión del envío se recibió en tiempo y forma

I bought this as it is described as being suitable for hunting. I don't hunt, the only shooting I do is with my camera but I wanted something I could fling on over my clothing on the rare occasion I'm sat outside somewhere trying (& frequently failing) to get some nice photos of wildlife in the rain. I figured it would be at least reasonably quiet if it's suitable for hunting, but I'd make less noise popping a cheap black bin bag over my head. Any wildlife would disappear pretty quickly unless they were very hard of hearing. It should be fine for just keeping dry if you don't mind rustling like the trees in high winds!

Ich benutze den US Poncho Typ seit Jahren, bisher habe ich die Ponchos von Helikon Tex gekauft und war mit der Qualität sehr zufrieden, da sie aber keinen in Coyote-braun im Angebot haben, habe ich es etwas zögerlich mit diesem hier versucht. Wer schon mal einen Poncho bei MFH oder Brandit gekauft hat weiß was für ein wertloser Schrott auf dem Markt zu kaufen ist, Druckknöpfe die sich nicht zusammen drücken lassen, dünnes schlecht verarbeitetes Material, keine oder schlecht abgeklebten Nähte, nicht so bei dem Poncho von USGI Industies.Dieser Poncho schlägt was Material und saubere Verarbeitung angeht sogar meinen bisherigen Preis/Leistungs Liebling von Helikon Tex. Wenn das US Orginal auf einer Skala von 1-10 eine 10 darstellt, liegt der von USGI Industries auf einer soliden 8 und der von Helikon auf einer 7. Er lässt sich super mit Woobies oder Swagmanrolls verbinden ist klasse als Plane zu gebrauchen und natürlich auch als Regenschutz. Jeder Zeit gerne wieder!

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