HAZARD 4 unisex-adult Rain Poncho

Ok, I convinced myself to by this, as it looks very cool from the photo. I am not military or anything but like tactical products. My thoughts were to try it, with prime, and return it if it was just a 'consumer' whim purchase. Now, I bought the Evac Rocket(TM) Urban Sling Pack w/ MOLLE by Hazard 4(R) bag too. I have to say the bag is very very nice and fits a laptop. So, I put this poncho in it, and still has plenty of room for a laptop. My thoughts were: it makes it easy to carry, provides xtra waterproof for the laptop, and can be used to free up space when needed. I walk a lot, and hope to travel again, and figured it would come in handy. Now, I wore it the other day when it was raining hard, but rain stopped by the time i got out. Still, I had noticed looks, and a stranger walked by and said 'nice poncho' (reminding me it was called poncho villa) and some kids called me 'batman'. I am short, 5' 6", and need to lose a little weight, but my point is i feared it would be too big. It actually fits great, lightweight too. I am sure I could wear it in miami weather when i move back, as it rains a lot. Also, I have plenty of space if i use it over the bags. I even thought if I get to brazil one day, or travel other places, it could serve as a very nice cover to protect from pick pockets. I lived in spain, and there were a lot of pick pockets. Thus, it could be good for a layer of protect for that too. I probably will never use the folding option, but it is still a nice thing to have. I really like the velcro front pouch as it can hold a lot of stuff when walking. Again, I WANTED to like it, but actually do. I probably will start using it as a style type normal jacket, and the neat thing is you could use this to cover other jackets, they may be more trendy or smart looking but not weather proof. I am happy with the purchase and although I am new to Hazard products, I am now a fan! I know the bag is a bit pricey, 120$, but it really is made of high quality material. I have bought some skater type trendy looking backpacks, 50$, where they were simply school type bags that the zipper fell off. I feel these products are great for long term travel wear. I even fit a bullet / knife proof vest in it, small one, double rolled a bit, but just to see if i could. I was thinking like a 'poor mans' bullet resistant back pack. The only thing is that now in the states everyone is a bit crazy, so not sure what would happen if i was searched and what would they think me having that! Still, they are marketing children now a days with those bags. I also bought the guitar gun case, I do not have guns though; my idea was if i have to travel with these few bags and one med size travel luggage it would be a unique way to walk with lots of stuff. I like the guitar bag too. Now, i think i could use it for clothes, suit, etc and with the hazarad shoulder patch works fine. Again, they all look tactical so I may be considered a security threat to over zealous police with all this stuff. As well, it does say hazard on it, so any progressively tactical police type people may think i was carry guns. So, with these two bags and the poncho, I believe I have a tactical / multi-optional way of having to carry things without a car. I believe i could carry most of my limited wardrobe and things with these bags and the medium carry under armour suit case. Again, i was thinking it would not be too fun having to carry two medium or one large suitcase and the guitar case adds flexibility. Also, I imagine people will think i am simply some guitar music lover. Perhaps, it does not matter to you what they think but the idea of walking around with obvious suitcases could make me look like i am new to a place or simply struggling to carry lots of stuff. So, it is sort of a tactical luggage set for me. Heck, if i ever got into guns etc..i would have everything! If you can afford it, its quality stuff and fashionable too! http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZWS8AY/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I was hesitant to buy this because of the price. I wanted something I could use long term so I got this and the fleece liner. It’s very well made. The fleece fits nicely as well and is super warm. I plan on using these when I go camping or when I am doing security work in the rain or cold. Even though these are expensive, it’s well worth the price.

Fits well, pack down into the pouch on the front of the poncho (folds inside out into it). Overall keeps water on the outside with plenty of room under it. The material feels very durable and not plastic like most others.

Made good should last for years. My son likes it because it can cover all your gear while your hiking.

Best poncho on the market.. bit pricey but once you put it on you’ll instantly understand

I bought this due to it seeming tacticool, which it definitely is. I haven’t abused it yet, but it seems very solid and well made. Just be advised, it’s heavy, about 2.5 pounds. It’s also very large when packed away in its pocket. Others have stated that it isn’t exactly waterproof. I really don’t think this is a great choice to be used as a packable rain poncho, but is still a sweet piece of gear for the right person.

My buddies have been using this poncho for years now and I finally broke down and bought one. They are extremely comfortable and versatile. I recently used mine on a 4 day camping trip, with rain for 3 of those days and nights. This poncho kept me warm and dry, it didn't get in the way of what I was doing. I would like to see just a slightly larger neck opening as I have a beard and it was slightly bothersome in the neck area. Other than that it was great. Folding up to go back into the integrated pouch was easy to do, and the small form factor when it's in the pouch makes it a no brainer to throw in the truck and leave it there for inclement weather. Definitely worth the money, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend one. I only wish I had listen to my buddies and bought one sooner!

I get this out up front. This is not a tiny little poncho you carry in your pocket. This is a full up tactical poncho that has multiple purposes. From water protection to shelter, to water collection. You name it this can do it. It is also made out of a breathable waterproof material. I don't think it is Gortex but it is something very similar. Also, it has reinforced holes on the corners for securing this via 550 cord. There are other similar touches which make this such an outstanding poncho. This poncho folds down into the front pocket of the poncho so that pocket becomes the convenient carrying case. I keep it in my car in my Condor 3 Day Assault Pack so I always have it handy. It fits nicely into the big pocket just on top of the main compartment. In my life, I have used quite a few ponchos and none of them have even come close to how nice this poncho is.