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We're different ends of the spectrum Falcon! I wouldn't even think about taking a full rainsuit in June. How often is it likely to pour down, really? Maybe thunderstorms at night. Ponchos can be awkward to get on as well. I've seen and helped many pilgrims trying to get their poncho over their pack - watching them try to do it alone is like watching a dog chasing its tail.falcon269 said:I finally abandoned my rainsuit (breathable Tyvek) for a poncho because I had to remove my pack to remove either the jacket or the pants. To remove the pants, I also had to sit down! When I was in and out of the rainsuit three times in thirty minutes, I knew I needed a better solution, so I bought an Altus in Burgos. It was a good decision. With the poncho, I drape it over my backpack and slip into or out of it as conditions require, usually without missing a step. In June it is hot, so you will want to get out of rain gear as soon as it stops pouring. A poncho works best for doing that, and you can leave the pack cover behind as well (though mine only weighed about 2 oz.).
Hi Alan! Yes, I know these are great things, and I would definitely look Altus ponchos if walking any time around the winter. I just think for a June walk it might be overkill in terms of the additional cost when the jacket is already bought and rain relatively rare. A cost of around $50-100 to stay dry in a rain shower would be expensive to me but, hey, I'm Scottish. :lol: I have no strong views either way.Alan Pearce said:Hi Tyrrek
I have also helped pilgrims with their poncos. But the Altus is a cross between a poncho and a rain coat, with a zip front and a generous amount of material in the back, which allows you to throw it over your pack before putting your arms in the sleeves and doing up the zip. Mind you, putting it on in a force 6 gale as I have done is a trifle taxing and calls for some gymnastics that 60 somethings don't normally practice.
Alan
Be brave. Life is joyous.
None taken. It is indeed the perfect storm of tightness...and being accustomed to rain! :shock:Abbeydore said:Sorry no-offense intended, just trying to be funny :wink:
Absolutely right in my experience!Tincatinker said:An umbrella, folds easily and neatly, lightweight, very breathable, no need even to stop walking while you deploy it. Good for spooking those ankle nipping cattle-dogs too.
Ponchos that pull over one's head are the most difficult to use, and often require the assistance of another person to arrange around the backpack.putting it on in a force 6 gale as I have done is a trifle taxing and calls for some gymnastics
falcon269 said:I finally abandoned my rainsuit (breathable Tyvek) for a poncho because I had to remove my pack to remove either the jacket or the pants. To remove the pants, I also had to sit down! When I was in and out of the rainsuit three times in thirty minutes, I knew I needed a better solution, so I bought an Altus in Burgos. It was a good decision. With the poncho, I drape it over my backpack and slip into or out of it as conditions require, usually without missing a step. In June it is hot, so you will want to get out of rain gear as soon as it stops pouring. A poncho works best for doing that, and you can leave the pack cover behind as well (though mine only weighed about 2 oz.).
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