Originally Posted By: bacpacjac


Just a thought - Is the poncho now going to be rain gear and shelter? It's possible that if you need one, you may need the other, and the poncho can't be both at the same time


Actually, it can be - the Gatewood Shelter http://www.hikelight.com/six-moon-designs-gatewood-cape.html

I have no personal experience with this rig, but one of these days.... I have used a standard poncho for both rain gear and shelter and it can require rapid contortions.
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