ANYOOHooded Rain Poncho for Adults Waterproof Lightweight Rain Coat for Men Women Reusable Rain Jacket for Emergency Outdoor

We have used rain ponchos before and keep a stash in our camping gear. They're cheap, disposable, and basically a large garbage bag that we wear to stay dry despite the humiliation. Ours are bright orange as we bought them on clearance at the Coleman store. We're doing some hiking in Costa Rica next month (for the first time) and learned that rain ponchos are highly recommended to bring especially since the weather is so unpredictable in the rain forests. I could just pack a few of our 99cent orange ones from Coleman, but something told me that was a bad idea. Here's why:a) We need something neutral-colored. The fauna in the rain forest can get spooked by bright colors so it's advised to keep colors neutral, especially during night hikes.b) I don't trust the cheapy ponchos TBH. They're adequate for a few minutes but longer than that, they lack durability.c) There's a lot of stuff wrong with the cheapy ponchos, namely they don't keep the sides dry, unless you're sitting in the stands at a ball game. Which we won't be.c) Come on. I want to have some sort of dignity & style, even though a rain poncho is the most unflattering clothing item in the history of man, we'll be taking lots of photos so I don't want to cringe whenever I look at hubby and I in the future. Something that looks like we at least made an effort to look presentable is preferred.I stumbled upon the ANYOO rain poncho and the reviews looked decent. What appealed to me most about this poncho is the color. Beige/clay is a color I don['t see often in rain ponchos, so I decided to give these a try. One for me (5'4", 170lbs) one for hubby (5'11", 200lbs).They arrived yesterday and I quickly removed one from it's nifty nylon carrying case to assess the product. IS IT EVEN POSSIBLE TO BE ASTONISHED BY A RAIN PONCHO? Why yes, yes it is!1) The color is great. Love the natural beige color.2) The fabric is impressive. Heavier than our cheap disposable ponchos, but lighter than duffle bag material. And it's ripstop.3) The stitching is also impressive, like it was made by the same people that make tents4) Reflective stripe on front and back? Nice touch!5) Pocket in the front, with a flap! Ingenious. I'm surprised this is not standard for a rain poncho!6) Optional buttons to close around arms and sides. Wow! Just Wow! Not only will this help to keep sides and arms dry, but it makes the poncho have a way nicer profile. Like I won't look like I'm wearing a plastic tablecloth over my head!7) Hood with built in visor. Yes yes! So water doesn't drip right onto my face!8) Lined interior, so it doesn't feel like a sauna underneath with the humidity and rain (and possibly sun).9) Grommets/eyelets in the bottom corners. What? I didn't even know it came with these until I was folding it back up. For those that don't know, this is an invaluable feature that allows you to turn this poncho into a tent or shelter by tethering it through the grommets to ground or other stationary object. Whoever thought of this deserves a prize!10) Length is ideal for a 6' tall person at least. It is higher in the front than the back which makes sense. But it still falls below the knees for protection.This poncho is A-MAZING. I'm literally excited to wear it because it was designed to be much more than just a waterproof barrier to keep you and your backpack dry. It actually has useable features that will make your rain-soaked adventure even more bearable!Only 3 concerns, but they are so minor. 1) The neck hole is not very big. My hubby has a fairly large neck but was able to get it over his head with no problem. I believe the reason they made they didn't allow more space in the neck hole is to keep the water out. Duh. Makes sense. And 2) as someone else mentioned, the little nylon storage bag that it comes in is tiny. Be prepared to spend some time rolling this poncho up TIGHTLY to squeeze it back into the bag. Don't think you'll be able to fold it up by following the original creaselines either. It's impossible. Folding a fitted sheet is easier than re-folding this poncho so don't even try. Just do your best to fold it into a large rectangle and then roll it super tight to get it back in the bag. You will go mad otherwise. Lastly, the snaps are super secure, which is good, but when unbuttoning, requires some care. I believe if you yank on the snaps to unbutton, you will rip the fabric. The fabric is strong but not that strong.All-in-all, I'm EXTREMEY pleased with the features of this poncho. Now I haven't actually tested it in the rain yet, and who knows when that will be. But compared to my cheap disposable rain ponchos, this one's a rolls royce. If Tony Stark designed a rain poncho, I imagine it would be very similar to this one.

My wife and I used these for our 500 mile Camino Frances in April, and they stood up to the winds and rains. In fact, some mighty rains in Galicia and mighty winds on the Meseta. Snaps didn't tend to get undone , and they were very easy to put on/take off & stow. Of course, they are parachute-like in heavy winds but that's inherent in the design. Neither of us (or our backpacks) got wet except for pant legs. I'm 5'10" and my wife is 5'0" and both of us had 30L backpacks. Tip: use a small binder clip to attach hood to bill of baseball cap to keep it from moving.

The pros: durable, waterproof material with enough coverage to go over me (5'3) and a 60L pack and still be at knee length in front, longer in backThe con: only had snaps on one sideI used this poncho for a short trip on the PCT. Needed it on day one, windy and pouring rain going up the side of a mountain. I was a little skeptical when I bought it because nothing ever seems to be truly waterproof, but this thing was great. Yes, I was sweating underneath it, but that was preferrable to the cold rain, plus the big sleeves let you vent a bit of heat. I hiked for about 3 hours in the wind and rain with this and it kept me and my pack dry. I did make some modifications with velcro to keep the bottom from blowing around too much. I was very grateful I had the velcro as this shipped to me with snaps only on one side, so I needed to create closure on the other side purely with velcro. That was unexpected and a bit saddening as otherwise, this poncho did everything I needed. The brim is floppy, but if you wear a brimmed hat underneath, it's perfect. I loved the higher closed neck with the drawstring, especially with a hat it snugs right over and doesn't go anywhere. I chose the teal version with the reflective stripes and the front pocket, loved the reflective stripes but never used the pocket. For how inexpensive this poncho is I wasn't expecting much, but it worked perfectly when I needed it.

I recently picked up the Anyoo Rain Poncho and couldn’t be happier with the purchase. It offers great value for the price. Lightweight yet durable, making it perfect for hikes, outdoor events, or just keeping in your backpack for emergencies.The fit is generous without being bulky, and it’s easy to put on and take off. I especially appreciate how compact it is when folded up — it barely takes up any space in my backpack. Whether you’re commuting, camping, or just preparing for unpredictable weather, this poncho is a smart addition to your gear. Highly recommend!

I bought one of these each for my husband and myself ahead of our New Zealand vacation. We’re not avid outdoors-y people but we did know we’d be walking around and doing a lot of outside activities and that the weather could be unpredictable. They’re awesome - they cover you adequately (I mean, your shins might still get damp but the rest of you won’t) and it’s longer in back so it can fit over your backpack/day pack and still keep your rear dry. The hood has a cinch cord and a bit of a “bill” to partially shield your face. We’ve used it to walk around in the rain in the US, too. It breathes pretty well while you’re wearing it, and as soon as you give it a good shake when you’re done needing it, it’s practically instantly dry. (Almost.) Best of all - it’s EASY to get it rolled back up and into the travel pouch when you’re done, and that pouch takes up hardly any space. I will absolutely be taking this to Disney later this year. Love it!

This is exactly what I wanted. It is parachute-like material. I don't know if it works yet. But this was the material and the weight that I wanted. It is not military grade nor heavy duty. It is just a lightweight poncho for use in rain that's small and packable. I hope it works... More to come