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Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
P.S. Ooooo! The poncho in your link is very black! I was talking about the grey version with white spots. I've also seen navy blue before with white grid line pattern. But if only black is available now I guess I can channel my inner Batman powers in the rain!
(And maybe add some reflective tape for walking sections by the road.)
That looks great...I might add a few visibility/reflective strips here and there because of the black color. Early mornings in the dark and pouring rain need a bit of safety planning.Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
Hi Kevin,Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
I have one, and it's not very heavy at all. However, I haven't used it for the Camino. I use my homemade "parcho", which I made from a kit I bought from Quest Outfitters. http://www.questoutfitters.com/patterns-jackets-cart.htmI saw it also and debated but thought it was heavy...
Rachel,I've been contemplating doing the same, David, happily having access to IKEA where I am. I spotted their ponchos a while ago and have been curious. I also own a blue Altus, which I bought for my first Camino in 2010. I've now walked the Camino Francés six times, and my Altus has been one of my top most valuable and useful pieces of gear each time. Three Caminos ago, I figured out how to tie it shorter to be just a rain cover for my pack in misty or drizzly weather, and now I mostly just wear it short.
Still, IKEA's is a great price, and lighter. I'm about to walk for my seventh time, this time the Portugués, and I might test the IKEA one for that. Whether I take it or my faithful and true Altus again, I love my IKEA reusable fabric bag (same fabric) on the Camino! It's brilliant for toting around what I don't want to keep in my backpack once I get to the albergue at the end of the day, and for food shopping along the way. And each time I walk the Camino I see many other pilgrims from around the world carrying one too.
Rachel
Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
I've had a look at it on-line and am thinking that with a little bit of work it could make a great Darth Vader outfit for the grand kids"
Gareth, I am your father, buy the poncho.
I think that you would have to have your arms out.Question: if you’re a pole-user would you have to have your arms out or are they sufficiently roomy to put the poles inside the poncho?
How well it works for you would depend on your size and your pack size. I just tried mine on over my 32 liter pack, and it was fine. Because of the design you wouldn't be able to wear your pack over it. It's more of a cape than a poncho, because it's not open on the sides. That's why there are the arm openings.Was there an answer posted on how to use with a pack? Will it cover the pack or must it be worn under with the pack on top?
Sorry if there was an answer above and I missed it.
Here is the link for the U.S. Ikea Price in $6.99 Family member or $8.99 other....
https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/60283421/?query=KNALLA+Rain+poncho
Beware! I went online to buy this; I live 100+ kms from the nearest Ikea store. And while the poncho was only AUD9.99, Ikea wanted a service fee of AUD220.00 to deliver it!!!
Hi Michael, I'm not too far from an Ikea in Sydney, I'd be happy to buy and post to you. PM me if interested.Beware! I went online to buy this; I live 100+ kms from the nearest Ikea store. And while the poncho was only AUD9.99, Ikea wanted a service fee of AUD220.00 to deliver it!!!
Look on ebay and Amazon. I just saw a bunch listed. Another useful Ikea item is the Frakta zipper bag. It's large enough to hold a backpack and would be useful if you had to check your pack when flying. https://m.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/art/90149148/ I've seen them on eBay too.Beware! I went online to buy this; I live 100+ kms from the nearest Ikea store. And while the poncho was only AUD9.99, Ikea wanted a service fee of AUD220.00 to deliver it!!!
Oh, super! Well, problem solved on the visibility front! I'm headed to IKEA today.
I saw on their website that red with white grid lines is also available. I'll see how much like Darth Vader I'm feeling when I get there, haha. Your post was timely. I'm glad!
Rachel,
How do you "kilt up" your Altus? When I used it on the Ingles I got as wet inside as I was on the outside and just unzipping left me with a chilled chest and abdomen.
Hi Michael, I'm not too far from an Ikea in Sydney, I'd be happy to buy and post to you. PM me if interested.
arms out and enough room to cover pack. See my picture in earlier post. Now I went in May when it wasn't cold and I welcomed the fresh air that you get when using a poncho instead of jacket. It will be a different story if you travel in the winter of course.Question: if you’re a pole-user would you have to have your arms out or are they sufficiently roomy to put the poles inside the poncho?
Does IKEA present you with a certificate if you walk 100km? Think of it as Camino training and hope it doesn't rain until the return trip - then you can test the poncho.No worries......it is only 100 km. You can easily just walk on over and pick one up.
Hi, Jeff! I found a couple of photos. One of them I took myself so it's a bit tricky to see what's going on, but I love how I figured out tying the arms around the front of me to make just a pack cover! It's often misty on the way to Fisterra, so just that amount of cover is perfect for me.
The other photo shows it in short jacket mode.I fold under the bottom part of the poncho and tie the ends around my waist. I can't zip it that way, but the Velcro fasteners keep me plenty dry even during strong rain -- which protects my purse, which is my main concern.
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Hahaha - if we meet up in the rain we will have to work out how to shake hands!!
IKEA shoppers who bought KNALLA ponchos (might have) also bought FORFINA packing bags
IKEA shoppers who bought KNALLA ponchos (might have) also bought FORFINA packing bags
Lots of laughter... such a picture!Hi @Jeff Crawley as you and @David now provide the forum link to pilgrim-friendly products from Ikea, can either of you test out their travel towel, preferably after having a shower wearing the KNALLA poncho. Thank you.
Sadly (or not) the nearest IKEA is some 50 miles/80km plus a toll crossing of the River Thanes so I restrict my visits for when I need a meatball fix.Hi @Jeff Crawley as you and @David now provide the forum link to pilgrim-friendly products from Ikea, can either of you test out their travel towel, preferably after having a shower wearing the KNALLA poncho. Thank you.
Hi, Jeff! I found a couple of photos. One of them I took myself so it's a bit tricky to see what's going on, but I love how I figured out tying the arms around the front of me to make just a pack cover! It's often misty on the way to Fisterra, so just that amount of cover is perfect for me.
The other photo shows it in short jacket mode.I fold under the bottom part of the poncho and tie the ends around my waist. I can't zip it that way, but the Velcro fasteners keep me plenty dry even during strong rain -- which protects my purse, which is my main concern.
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Thank you for this @Jeff Crawley. I will check out the Mountain Warehouse towels. The one I bought from Cotswold Outdoors had similar drawbacks & didn’t dry a body very well.Sadly (or not) the nearest IKEA is some 50 miles/80km plus a toll crossing of the River Thanes so I restrict my visits for when I need a meatball fix.
They look like the ones I used to have - a bit like the imitation chamois cloths you use on a car. In fact I ripped mine up and actually use them on the car! I found they work best if you pat yourself dry with them but, no matter how much you washed them they acquired a certain odour.
What I go for now are these Mountain Warehouse Giant Towel - they come in 3 sizes 120 x 60, 130 x 70, 150 x 85 and have a more "towelly" texture to them - great for that back scrub and, at 150cms, wrap around my ample waist with little chance of a mishap! You may find something similar where you are.
Exactly - like a soggy bit of wash leather. My Giant one (the 150 x 85) weighs 400gm has texture - it's not exactly Turkish Cotton but comes close IMHO.Maybe it is just me but I have had problems with travel towels, I just don't like them. They don't seem to dry me, they stick to my skin, they feel quite horrid, so a couple of years back I reverted to a real towel, a small one, though weighs 525 gms - but real! and I like that.
Hi Kevin,Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
Yes David, that is probably the best poncho for the Camino and the price is down right impossible to beat!Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
Well, I've just tried mine on and I think that for the Camino it would drive me crazy. However, I'm still very happy I bought it and I'll wear it for everyday situations at home.
I quickly realised how much I value having my arms free. I love that my Altus has sleeves!
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So, I think it will be Altus again for me for the Camino! It's nice to have an alternative for wearing at home though!
Rachel
est pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
Buen Camino!
Does it get rucksack underneath?Hi all. I have been using an Altus poncho for years. I prefer a poncho to a waterproof coat as when walking one generates heat and if enclosed in a coat, sweat, so I like the circulating air under a poncho (and the dry hands). Though one does have to wear a peaked cap with those hoods!
So - my discovery - this only works if you have access to an Ikea store. In every Ikea store there is a 'family' section and in there they sell a poncho .. it is brilliant, not flimsy but a good strong material, elasticated hood with velcro neck closure, two rain-shielded velcro closure 'slits' so you can have your arms in or out .. packs away into the chest pocket (yep, has a chest pocket), is full and long, a backpack goes underneath easily, and weighs just 194 gms - 6.9 ounces!!
And, and this is the killer sales point, it is £10 or if you take out their free 'family card' - instant at the store, it is £7 - £7!!
As with all waterproofed items I buy I always re-spray before use, mainly because I don't trust a factory to do the job properly but I tried mine in the shower before doing that and it really is waterproof.
You SO have to get yourself one of these - best poncho in the Universe at £7 - I mean .. £7 ??? Crikey!! I have dumped the Altus, twice the weight anyway (well, not dumped - anyone want a large blue Altus???).
See here, Ikea link to it - Ikea Poncho
Buen Camino!
Does it get rucksack underneath?
Yes it does! Used my IKEA poncho in torrential rain this September from Manjarín to Ponferrada and my rucksack and I were perfectly dry. And I didn’t get wet arms.Does it get rucksack underneath?
I posted my recent photo here (post #13 here) with my ikea poncho while in my Camino Inglés.P.S. Ooooo! The poncho in your link is very black! I was talking about the grey version with white spots. I've also seen navy blue before with white grid line pattern. But if only black is available now I guess I can channel my inner Batman powers in the rain!
(And maybe add some reflective tape for walking sections by the road.)
It’s a great Darth Vader look!!I posted my recent photo here (post #13 here) with my ikea poncho while in my Camino Inglés.
LOL.... the black one is the rain kilt.....I swear it’s the best especially for those days when it’s rain sun rain sun wind wind wind. I’m wondering how this photo would do on a dating website LOL. A vanity doesn’t belong on any Camino especially the rain drenched El Norte.It’s a great Darth Vader look!!
I used a rain jacket with rain pants last fall on the VdlP. The rain jacket was heavier than my new Ikea rain poncho, and I also needed a pack cover. For my next camino, in the fall of 2019, I plan on taking the rain pants, which are lightweight, waterproof, and breathable, with the Ikea poncho. I hope to be able to stay dry and keep my pack dry with less weight and without the humidity and sweat that I experienced under the rain jacket. The pants also help to keep my legs warm in the cooler weather that I sometimes experience when walking in the fall. I am not sure about how I shall manage without a jacket on cool dry days, and I may decide to take a light wind breaker. But generally I walk very hot and need to release heat and moisture from my torso. Maybe I shall just walk faster to keep warm in cool dry weather.
Used one last year on the Frances but this year in March when I walked the Norte in daily wind rain (monsoon and torrential like often) I’m glad I had a rain jacket, rain kilt and gaiters because my IKEA poncho would not have served in such wind and rain.
On El Norte March 2018 I traded the IKEA poncho for a lightweight rainproof jacket with large underarm zips, bottom & top zippers and long meshed side pocket zips (alĺ provided sufficient circulation with minimal sweating). I wore it with only a 100 gm long sleeve merino wool top +/- a short sleeve merino top. When I went again with the IKEA poncho this November on El Ingles I had to take a jacket also as my arms got soaked sticking out plus I find the hood on the poncho too big and not comfortable. My biggest issue with the poncho is that getting it on and off while walking alone on days with alternating rain / no rain all day long is problematic. Me I’m sold on 1 jacket + rain kilt (total weigh less than the poncho). Just my personal preference.
Thanks for sending the photo and your advice. Seems like a good option as I’m anticipating much more rain than previous Caminos. What brand did you buy ?@Babyboomergirl, a fellow pilgrim lent me her kilt last year and it was so good that I bought one myself. It folds up into its own pocket that’s right on the kilt and I clip it on to my chest strap when not using so I’m able to access it quickly. It looks dorky but for me it’s the easiest, most lightweight, small and practical piece of gear. Here’s a pic
Well you'd attract the right people anyway Colette!!!!LOL.... the black one is the rain kilt.....I swear it’s the best especially for those days when it’s rain sun rain sun wind wind wind. I’m wondering how this photo would do on a dating website LOL. A vanity doesn’t belong on any Camino especially the rain drenched El Norte.
ThanksI got a ULA kilt (ordered online from the US). There are other brands but because I had a good experience with this specific brand I didn’t want to experiment. You could make one easily if you have access to the lightweight nylon material.
https://www.ula-equipment.com/product/rain-kilt/
Hey @Pilgy the Camino brings the craziest of us together right?Well you'd attract the right people anyway Colette!!!!
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