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The Ferrino has similar to get rid of the humpThe sea to summit can be snapped up in the back so you don't have such a long cape behind you without a pack.
The Ferrino cape http://www.ferrino.it/en/catalog/rainwear/78122-poncho-trekker-ripstop-l-xl I have is far too hot, due to its reflecting inner layer, for summer use - but really great in the cold seasons. As for resembling a wind sail - just use a belt (doubles as a clothes lines) to reign things in ;-)
Buen Camino, SY
Would it be possible to sew in some longish strips of velcro near the snaps? Perhaps that would help.I have used both the Ferrino Trekking Raincoat and current use the Sea To Summit Ultra Sil poncho. SYates is spot on about the reflective layer. It DOES keep you warmer in cold weather, but likely too warm in the late spring and summer months.
IMHO, a poncho is better than a more enclosed trekking raincoat, like the Ferrino. It is lighter and better ventilated. Still, any waterproof cover intended to protect you from wet stuff falling from the sides is going to contain perspiration. The more watertight it is, as in a pants and parka suit, the wetter you and your backpack will be. The trekking raincoat has a reflecting inner lining and also does not have adequate ventilation, at least IMHO.
A poncho overcomes most of the ventilation issue. A backpacking / hiking poncho will cover both you and you pack adequately. But your lower legs will still get wet. To counter this, I recommend wearing nylon or other fast-drying zip-off bottom hiking trousers. When you reach your destination, you can easily rinse out the lower pants legs. The usually dry enough to wear again in less than one hour.
My biggest gripe about the S2S poncho is the plastic snaps. They separate easily in a strong wind or with movement. I have been experimenting with various alternative to keep the snaps closed. I used duck tape on one Camino. That sort of worked, but the tape tore with movement.
This year, I used 3M reflective tape to hold the snaps closed. The snaps still came open, but the tape kept the poncho from billowing out in the wind and rain.
Still not a "perfect" solution. My latest notion is to just super glue them closed (snapped) as I never use my poncho for anything but rain protection. But that is an individual decision. I am still thinking on it...
I hope this helps.
For those of you who have either the Ferrino Trekker or the Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Tarp Poncho, is either one okay for wearing without a backpack? Is there a way to cinch in the hump on the back if you want to wear it in the evening when you're through walking for the day, for instance?
For those of you who have either the Ferrino Trekker or the Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Tarp Poncho, is either one okay for wearing without a backpack? Is there a way to cinch in the hump on the back if you want to wear it in the evening when you're through walking for the day, for instance?
The main problem I had was getting the rear panel properly draped over the pack
I have the Outdoor Research version of this and works well for a warm weather hike when you don't mind walking wet and are just trying to keep your gear dry. It accomplishes that well enough as the back panel has a drawn cord that encircles your pack and keeps it snuggly against, keeping the rain out. If its warm and raining I guess you're doomed either way, rain water from out or sweat water from within, but sure a hassle to deal with all wet clothes all the time.Has anyone used or seen these? kind of half a poncho? http://www.lightheartgear.com/index.php/rain-gear/admin
I have the Outdoor Research version of this and works well for a warm weather hike when you don't mind walking wet and are just trying to keep your gear dry. It accomplishes that well enough as the back panel has a drawn cord that encircles your pack and keeps it snuggly against, keeping the rain out. If its warm and raining I guess you're doomed either way, rain water from out or sweat water from within, but sure a hassle to deal with all wet clothes all the time.
Here you are @sabbott . As luck would have it, Outdoor Reseach seems to have discontinued but if you google Outdoor Research Pack Hoody you can find them still for sale at other dealers such as this one: http://www.campsaver.com/pack-hoodyCan you give me a link or name for your Outdoor Research mini-poncho, jozero? I have a good waterproof/breathable rain jacket and rain pants that I'd like to take for my walk, but have been trying to figure out whether it would be better to take a poncho for more protection instead of the jacket and pants. Maybe this combination of rain jacket/rain pants and mini-poncho would do the trick of protecting both me and my pack.
Good to hear. I've decided on that combination--a light merino long sleeve shirt, a light fleece, and a light windjacket (Patagonia Houidini). Also a Packa waterproof top layer http://www.thepacka.com/ which seem like a good solution to covering both me and my pack. Still debating on rain pants...I'm starting my walk mid-April.A combination of a very lightweight windjacket and merino base layer (especially underwear, a tee shirt, and a stocking cap) can really help with protecting core temps if our rain system allows too much wind through (notably ponchos or umbrellas, but other systems can be vulnerable too, such as the "hoodies" above) and we are wet, regardless of whether it is from rain or sweat.
I LOVE my Houdini! I wore it most mornings over my merino tee and Columbia "tech fabric" backpacking shirt until things warmed up. Even in sub 40F weather, that combination was sufficient without any additional insulation. My son preferred his fleece to his Houdini (though I'm not sure if that was preference, or the fact that he lost his jacket . . . )Good to hear. I've decided on that combination--a light merino long sleeve shirt, a light fleece, and a light windjacket (Patagonia Houidini). Also a Packa waterproof top layer http://www.thepacka.com/ which seem like a good solution to covering both me and my pack. Still debating on rain pants...I'm starting my walk mid-April.
What's a Houdini??I LOVE my Houdini! I wore it most mornings over my merino tee and Columbia "tech fabric" backpacking shirt until things warmed up. Even in sub 40F weather, that combination was sufficient without any additional insulation. My son preferred his fleece to his Houdini (though I'm not sure if that was preference, or the fact that he lost his jacket . . . )
Patagonia makes a lightweight wind jacket (~4 oz for an XL) with a durable water resistant (DWR) finish called the Houdini. One of the most useful and flexible pieces of gear I've ever owned. It stuffs into it's own pocket for almost no size whatsoever, has a hood, and a full-length front zip. It's highly breathable under exertion and perfect for cooler mornings and evenings because it stops any wind chilling of your shirt underneath, which means your base layer and shirt are far more effective.What's a Houdini??
I use the sea to summit ultra sil nano poncho with and without pack. It looks cool, keeps me dry and is light.Thanks, SYates. I was asking because I'd like to get something that I could use in the raging summer storms around here, not just on the camino, and I have a feeling that the extra material would make like a sail if it's not contained somehow.
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