Swagman Scarf - New take on Poncho?

[TeeDee]

Maybe for the shorter individuals?

Not sure if it could be treated to be water resistant.?
But as something to throw intop of a day sack to put on when stopping to create a thermal envelope?
maybe some merit.

I was looking for something poncho like but didn't feel or sound like disused crisp packet.

 

[nigelp]

Plastic, sweat box? HT makes some ok gear but it’s all very plasticity and noisy.

Not sure it would waterproof enough to work in rain and lightweight waterproofs would be more practical.

 

[TeeDee]

Plastic, sweat box? HT makes some ok gear but it’s all very plasticity and noisy.

Not sure it would waterproof enough to work in rain and lightweight waterproofs would be more practical.

I could see merit in a very thin , non plastic windproof / water treated poncho that could pack down small - if one stops to view animals or have a brew break could be used to just cover over.

 

[nigelp]

I’ve dabbled with poncho’s over the years and found them to be neither one thing or the others. Fine when stationary but quickly turn into a bramble snagging, wind billowing, sweat inducing menace.

I bought a wool blanket a few weeks ago at a military show. It’s heavy but I think a light weight wool poncho or small blanket to keep draft out might have some merit for winter wild life watching. That’s said I have quite a a collection of wool layers that work very well and repel water sufficiently to be used in all but downpours.

 

[Broch]

In my teens I did the Lyke Wake Walk in torrential weather, including bolts of lightening on the top of the moors, with only an army poncho as my wind/water proof. I've never used a poncho since

If there's enough material to keep you dry, there's too much flappy stuff to allow you to do the most basic of jobs. But, if all you want to do is sit and observe, I guess they may have their place.

 

[HorseGuy]

I have plenty of waterproofs and a poncho too but I find that unless I'm actually working out in the rain and need to keep both hands free, a good quality windproof umbrella can work wonders. It's not very bushcrafty I know, but if it works it works.

As for the swagman scarf in the video. I can't really see the point in it. It doesn't really seem to do anything well. It's not water proof and it has no insulation either.

 

[TeeDee]

In my teens I did the Lyke Wake Walk in torrential weather, including bolts of lightening on the top of the moors, with only an army poncho as my wind/water proof. I've never used a poncho since

If there's enough material to keep you dry, there's too much flappy stuff to allow you to do the most basic of jobs. But, if all you want to do is sit and observe, I guess they may have their place.

Its a strong look I know.

But a Poncho with belt may make it more functional , but yes I agree, the idea of a Poncho tends to be better than the feel of a Poncho.

< Bit like greasy Fish'n'Chips >

 

[Minotaur]

That is a reimagining of Mors' scarf.
Greencraft makes a version of that.
It's basically a big bag of parachute nylon which can be a scarf, debris mattress bag, sleeping bag etc.

 

[Toddy]

I thought of Mors' scarf too and Leon and Neil at Greencraft.

Ripstop nylon, give it a spray with fablon.

Ah, wait now, the old original Pertex, that was good stuff. Might do well for this. Thin, breathable, very showerproof, light and still stops the wind, and best of all it's quiet.

 

[TeeDee]

I thought of Mors' scarf too and Leon and Neil at Greencraft.

Ripstop nylon, give it a spray with fablon.

Ah, wait now, the old original Pertex, that was good stuff. Might do well for this. Thin, breathable, very showerproof, light and still stops the wind, and best of all it's quiet.

Yes - I didn't mention but this is what prompted to post it.

I like the idea of the scarf and I like the idea of a compact windproof non plastic poncho.
Parachute silk maybe?

 

[Toddy]

You know? they used to make maps from oiled silk. Pilots hid them inside the collars of their jackets because they were so fine. E & E stuff, just in case, sort of thing.

We can buy silk easily enough, it's used for really good sleeping bag liners.

Point North fabrics might be the folks to ask about parachute silk though or just lightweight outdoor fabric for something like this scarf.
Their sales are usually good, and the company is good at dealing with questions.

Products

Point North Profabrics, the UK’s largest range of Outdoor, Marine and Waterproof Fabrics alongside a massive range of Trimmings and Accessories. Your one stop online shop. Established in 1974 our friendly team are available to help you choose the right products for your projects.

www.profabrics.co.uk

 

[Pattree]

Point North are very approachable and helpful. If you are not sure which fabric you want you can arrange an appointment and go there.

 

[JonathanD]

You know? they used to make maps from oiled silk. Pilots hid them inside the collars of their jackets because they were so fine. E & E stuff, just in case, sort of thing.

We can buy silk easily enough, it's used for really good sleeping bag liners.

Point North fabrics might be the folks to ask about parachute silk though or just lightweight outdoor fabric for something like this scarf.
Their sales are usually good, and the company is good at dealing with questions.

Products

Point North Profabrics, the UK’s largest range of Outdoor, Marine and Waterproof Fabrics alongside a massive range of Trimmings and Accessories. Your one stop online shop. Established in 1974 our friendly team are available to help you choose the right products for your projects.

www.profabrics.co.uk

What. One of these…

 

[TeeDee]

What. One of these…

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I've got about 7 of those things from WWII in the man cave.

 

[JonathanD]

I've got about 7 of those things from WWII in the man cave.

Good man. Every Englishman’s man cave needs some of these and a well oiled Welrod.

 

[Billy-o]

Ah, wait now, the old original Pertex, that was good stuff.

I getting quietly addicted to that stuff, especially in combination with the new ultra wicking Polartec fleece materials.

I am trying to convince a US seller on Poshmark to ship a lovely, old (also cheap) Rab Equilibrium Pertex jacket to me in Canada. I think he won't.

 

[Toddy]

Good man. Every Englishman’s man cave needs some of these and a well oiled Welrod.

Hah! that's a blast from the past indeed

 

[JonathanD]

Hah! that's a blast from the past indeed

And a Scotswoman’s lady cave as well it seems