German Waterproof Poncho / Shelter Half

This poncho is as water proof as it gets. Its thick so theres added weight but its thusbfar taken a huge beating interms of retaliating water. I live in the PNW of the USA, i walked under a waterfall in this to test how much of abuse it can take. no issues. its a bit on the older side in terms of tech and draw strings. but ive used it as a tarp, ground tarp, gear tarp. it doesnt breathe, at all. but for those of you who know ponchos and wtaer proof gear, the poncho is not designed to be breathable, except for its exposed sides. i use it in rucks with heavy down pour or when im static and resting.

I have spent many a night under a USGI poncho, astounded at the ability of a poncho to be both waterproof and not waterproof. I was expecting more of the same but it seems as though the Germans have a higher standard than the US government. I typically use a poncho for a little tent versus worn and this poncho fills the role well. Highly recommend picking one of these over an American surplus poncho.