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I think that would be a fair conclusionIs it fair to conclude that, without backpack, it is not a great substitute for a stylish rain jacket in the city?
Of course, it is a total delusion to think that anybody would look at me in Madrid after a Camino, on a rainy day, and says "There goes a woman with a stylish jacket!"I think that would be a fair conclusion
Trying to find materials in Australia, I found this:I'm trying out a slightly lighter weight fabric that I bought from RipstopbytheRoll.
I do love a visit to Spotlight!Trying to find materials in Australia, I found this:
Plain #1 148 cm Nylon Ripstop Fabric Black
Create personalised winter garments and accessories with this fabulous range of Plain #1 148 cm Nylon Ripstop Fabrics.www.spotlightstores.com
Is that similar to what you purchased, @trecile ?
I don't think that is waterproof ripstop nylon. The silnylon is ripstop nylon that is impregnated with silicon to make it water proof. I would look for some Australian Make Your Own Gear (MYOG) online groups to find where it can be purchased. Backpacking Light has a MYOG section, and I know that there are MYOG Reddit groups.Trying to find materials in Australia, I found this:
Plain #1 148 cm Nylon Ripstop Fabric Black
Create personalised winter garments and accessories with this fabulous range of Plain #1 148 cm Nylon Ripstop Fabrics.www.spotlightstores.com
Is that similar to what you purchased, @trecile ?
Yes, you can choose from a number of colors.Are those photos of the silnylon fabric (looks like teal green) that is provided in the kit?
Your suggestion to use 2-way zippers makes sense. Quest does carry 2-way zippers as well, but you have suggested a different one - is that because it is waterproof? Is that (Amazon link) a zipper that you have actually used?
How did you find the hood fitting? Some hoods seem to work so much better than others!
Depends on how big your hot dog is.Does it really fold/roll up to the size of a "hot dog roll"?
Is it fair to conclude that, without backpack, it is not a great substitute for a stylish rain jacket in the city?
I think that would be a fair conclusion
Same here, my sewing skills are non existent. But my darling has great sewing skills, all I need to do is find the materials.I have zero craft / sewing skills …
If you look at the PDF file @trecile attached to post #1, the list of items in the kit includes silicon sealant. I was also wondering how easy it is to get a nicely sealed (but not too stiff) seam. I haven't done much seam sealing.I assume you seal the seams?
A ‘thread’ about seams. Love it.If you look at the PDF file @trecile attached to post #1, the list of items in the kit includes silicon sealant. I was also wondering how easy it is to get a nicely sealed (but not too stiff) seam. I haven't done much seam sealing.
Actually, the seam sealant is not included in the kit that Quest Outfitters sells, you need to buy that separately. The sealant is thinned with mineral spirits and brushed on. It doesn't get stiff.If you look at the PDF file @trecile attached to post #1, the list of items in the kit includes silicon sealant. I was also wondering how easy it is to get a nicely sealed (but not too stiff) seam. I haven't done much seam sealing.
Ditto! But I am always amazed at what one can find here!I have zero craft / sewing skills … I’m just on this thread for the entertainment
But it comes in the kit version, doesn't it?Note that the pattern included in the .pdf doesn't include the one for the hood
Yes, the hood pattern pieces come in the "kit with pattern." Since the rest of the instructions are online they are really the only printed pattern pieces.But it comes in the kit version, doesn't it?
Sure. I copy my comments from the earlier thread, for easier reading :Thanks for your additional experience. Do you "like" the product in use?
@C clearly suggested that there might be enough interest for a separate thread on this piece of DIY rain gear.
I first learned about the Parcho here on the forum from @Pong. The designer named it Parcho for Parka/Poncho. It's similar to the popular Altus in that it has a full front zip and long sleeves. However the sleeves are quite different - they are triangle shaped, and roomy, so there is more airflow than a normally shaped sleeve would give you. You can also easily pull your arms out of the sleeves and into the interior of the Parcho to adjust your pack, get something out of your waist pockets, etc.
You make the Parcho to fit your size with your pack. Mine came in at 7.2 ounces.
It can be made from a kit from Quest Outfitters, or you can purchase the pattern separately and buy the components elsewhere. Here's the PDF of the instructions.
I've made two so far, one for myself, and one for a friend. I'm working on a new one with a couple of small modifications and I'm trying out a slightly lighter weight fabric that I bought from RipstopbytheRoll. When I'm finished with it I'll share here how it is compared to my original silpoly Parcho. One of the modifications is something that I changed on my original Parcho after my first two Caminos - I changed the zipper to one that opens from top or bottom. That way I can open it up much more to provide better airflow when it's not raining hard. I'm also going to add a couple of loops with velcro or snaps that my backpack shoulder straps can go through so that I can have it sort of hanging on the back of my backpack on those days that the rain is intermittent I can quickly take it off and on.
The fabric is tricky to sew. I have found that putting a piece of tissue paper or removable fabric stabilizer under it as I'm running it through my sewing machine helps maintain an even stitch.
Here's a couple of pictures of me wearing it over my 36 liter backpack. As you can see, the whole arm, and even hands are covered.
(click on the pictures to enlarge)
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It can also be used as a portable dressing room, and can provide cover for "calls of nature" on the trail.I have always preferred a jacket and rain pants. I think I might still take some sort of light wind breaker and even rain pants. Although I use a jacket that has long sleeves that can cover my hands, my hands and sleeve bottoms always get wet and cold. What attracts me most about the Parcho is the ability to fiddle in my pockets, under shelter. Also, I like the one piece shoulder and backpack coverage.
Check out the forums on Backpacking Light.Thank you all for this very informative thread.
On my 2018 Camino I wore a 'breathable' Goretex rain jacket and pants. The jacket kept me warm in chilly mornings from SJPP to Finisterre but it kept me as drenching wet inside whenever there was rain. A fellow pilgrim from Negreira to Finisterre had a giant poncho and tied it around her waist. The poncho was long enough in the back to come down low enough to not drip into her boots, and she stayed dried during the deluge to while I was drenched and freezing.
I have purchased 3 ponchos the past 3 years and all have failed miserably during walks in our rain. Since the summer, I have been toying with idea of making a dual function poncho-rain fly out of Tyvek. The material is breathable, tough and I remember in the 80s, I was given a Tyvek jacket that was very light and durable. Speaking of fashion, won't it be a loud statement with the big blue Tyvek that can be seen from 100m away? They do make wrap without the Dupont Tyvek logo so that is the material I will be testing.
Has anyone tried using Tyvek for their poncho or rain clothes? Thanks!
@C clearly suggested that there might be enough interest for a separate thread on this piece of DIY rain gear.
Here's a couple of pictures of me wearing it over my 36 liter backpack. As you can see, the whole arm, and even hands are covered.
That's something that I didn't take into account for my first one. The Parcho that I'm currently working on is going to be orange!I recon that given the colour shown in your fashion photographs, your parcho might be quite difficult for car and truck drivers to see in rain, mist and fog.
Good idea!May I suggest adding a strip or two of hi-viz tape on both the front and back of your parcho?
Thanks @trecile for the link to Backpacking Light. I have Tim Evans' site bookmarked to follow (I did read though his clothes, gear and FAQ as I need to reduce my next trip's load to 7 or 8kg. Am interested is all his trips.)Check out the forums on Backpacking Light.
Search - Backpacking Light
Note: We launched a new site on May 27. It will take a few weeks for our search engine crawler to index the new site. Once that index is complete,...backpackinglight.com
There are also several threads about the Parcho there.
Search - Backpacking Light
Note: We launched a new site on May 27. It will take a few weeks for our search engine crawler to index the new site. Once that index is complete,...backpackinglight.com
On the Camino now and have seen many impressive styles. We are lucky to have have had very little rain, my little coat has been enough@C clearly suggested that there might be enough interest for a separate thread on this piece of DIY rain gear.
I first learned about the Parcho here on the forum from @Pong. The designer named it Parcho for Parka/Poncho. It's similar to the popular Altus in that it has a full front zip and long sleeves. However the sleeves are quite different - they are triangle shaped, and roomy, so there is more airflow than a normally shaped sleeve would give you. You can also easily pull your arms out of the sleeves and into the interior of the Parcho to adjust your pack, get something out of your waist pockets, etc.
You make the Parcho to fit your size with your pack. Mine came in at 7.2 ounces.
It can be made from a kit from Quest Outfitters, or you can purchase the pattern separately and buy the components elsewhere. Here's the PDF of the instructions.
I've made two so far, one for myself, and one for a friend. I'm working on a new one with a couple of small modifications and I'm trying out a slightly lighter weight fabric that I bought from RipstopbytheRoll. When I'm finished with it I'll share here how it is compared to my original silpoly Parcho. One of the modifications is something that I changed on my original Parcho after my first two Caminos - I changed the zipper to one that opens from top or bottom. That way I can open it up much more to provide better airflow when it's not raining hard. I'm also going to add a couple of loops with velcro or snaps that my backpack shoulder straps can go through so that I can have it sort of hanging on the back of my backpack on those days that the rain is intermittent I can quickly take it off and on.
The fabric is tricky to sew. I have found that putting a piece of tissue paper or removable fabric stabilizer under it as I'm running it through my sewing machine helps maintain an even stitch.
Here's a couple of pictures of me wearing it over my 36 liter backpack. As you can see, the whole arm, and even hands are covered.
(click on the pictures to enlarge)
View attachment 111815View attachment 111816
That would eliminate a lot of waterproofing of seams!I've no sewing or silnylon experience but I'll post this video about glueing silnylon instead of sewing for you to comment on.
youtube video id: _5yGxdJveZk
Have you finished this Parcho? Was it a success you can share with us?When I'm finished with it I'll share here how it is compared to my original silpoly Parcho.
No, I haven't finished it, but with my April Camino fast approaching I need to finish!Have you finished this Parcho? Was it a success you can share with us?
I am still "thinking" about making one. With the pandemic possibly ending, maybe I should get to work on it!
Also make sure to use really sharp sewing needles (Microtex or equivalent).The fabric is tricky to sew. I have found that putting a piece of tissue paper or removable fabric stabilizer under it as I'm running it through my sewing machine helps maintain an even stitch.
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