HAZARD 4PonchoVilla Classic - Original Technical Softshell Poncho

Haven't used my poncho yet in the rain so can't review it's waterproof ability. Mainly just tried it on for size as I am small (5' 4") and wanted to make sure it didn't "drag the ground" when I wore it. It actually falls down to my knees (which is good). I bought this mainly because I've purchased many of Hazard 4's packs and bags and am really impressed with the quality of their products. I am also very satisfied with the quality of this poncho as far as stitching and hardware, i.e. snaps, are concerned. I'm pretty sure the thing will keep me dry. I bought it for my "go bag" so don't plan on using it. I've years of experience wearing a poncho in the army so don't see a need to try it out. It does fit easily back into the pocket for storage. Some have complained they couldn't get it back in the pocket. The trick is to turn the pocket "inside out" as that's how it goes back in. Just be observant when you first take it out of the pocket and you'll see how it goes back in. When it arrived, it is in the pocket and you have to take it out to put it on.

The Poncho Villa, beside being terrifically well named, is the best rain poncho that your reviewer has ever encountered and he has been wearing rain poncho's in New England and Florida since he was a boy in the early 1950's. The Poncho Villa is made of a very high grade soft and flexible material. It has a large front pocket with both a zipper and velcro closing flap. The hood fits well. The front, back and sides have velcro areas where patches can be affixed. Finally, it's not too long, you reviewer is 5' 6" and his girlfriend a few inches shorter; we both have Poncho Villas and they do not drag on the ground. We both love the Coyote color. This is a very well engineered garment and I would unhesitatingly purchase it again.

The product is soft and comfortable. Feels durable. Easy to remove from self-contained pouch. Relatively easy to repack, though not as compact/clean as shipped—but fits with little effort even if crammed.I would not put it away wet.

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’m impressed with the design and quality of this poncho. Highly recommended for your go bag.

This poncho is not cheap but it's certainly not your average poncho either. Well built and convenient to have on hand. I like the fact it packs into itself and it's not made out of cheap ripstop nylon. Will keep you dry n a down pour.

I would love to have a larger size, but this one will be better than nothing and quality wise, it gets no better and performance wise, in the summer rain it kept me dry and not wet inside from sweating like most ponchos do. And it is a top of the line shelter, held up well in high wind, no tear-out at the grommets probably because we bungi-corded them.

Perfect for not only costuming use. I also use it for motorcycle camping shade and bike cover.