A sudden downpour mid-hike usually forces a bad choice: keep moving in a heavy rain jacket that turns into a sauna, or fumble with a flimsy disposable poncho that rips the first time it snags a branch. This 3-in-1 rain poncho sidesteps both problems — a proper multi-use bit of kit that works as a waterproof poncho, an emergency tarp shelter, and a groundsheet, all made from PU-coated ripstop fabric built to survive more than one trip.

The 3-in-1 side of things isn't just marketing spin: the same corner grommets and press studs that let it fit snugly as a poncho also let it work as a tarp or ground cover when you're setting up camp — which is exactly why it earns its place in the pack even on trips where rain isn't guaranteed. In the UK, that's basically every trip.

Why It Stands Out

✓ Waterproof ripstop fabric — PU-coated and tear-resistant, built to handle sustained heavy rain rather than a light drizzle.

✓ 3-in-1 design — wear it as a rain poncho, pitch it as a camping tarp using the corner grommets, or lay it flat as a groundsheet under a sleeping bag.

✓ Adjustable drawstring hood — cinches down to keep rain off your face without cutting off your side vision.

✓ Press-stud side closures — fasten the sides for a sealed fit in wind and rain, or leave them open for airflow when you're moving fast.

✓ 4 corner grommets — let you peg it out as a shelter or attach guy lines when it's not being worn.

✓ Ultra-packable — folds down into its own 23 × 7.5 cm drawstring pouch at just 300 g, light enough to carry even when the forecast says you won't need it (and then it inevitably rains).

Best Uses

Hiking and backpacking where the weather can turn without warning (see: the entire British countryside), camping trips where it doubles as backup shelter or a groundsheet, sea and river fishing in exposed spots, and hillwalking or scrambling where a lightweight, packable rain layer beats hauling a heavy dedicated waterproof jacket.

How It Compares

Setting It Up and Using It

1. Pull the poncho over your head and let it drape over your body and rucksack.
2. Cinch the hood drawstring to keep rain off your face whilst keeping your field of vision clear.
3. Fasten the press-stud side closures for a more sealed fit in heavy wind and rain, or leave them open for airflow.
4. To use it as a shelter, peg out the 4 corner grommets and run guy lines as needed.
5. To use it as a groundsheet, lay it flat under a sleeping bag or gear.
6. When the weather clears, shake off the excess water and fold it back into its drawstring pouch.

Care and Storage

Rinse off dirt and any residue with water after use and let it air dry fully before repacking — storing it damp is the quickest way to end up with mildew inside the pouch. Don't fold it away while it's still wet, even if you're in a hurry to keep moving.

Product Specifications

What's in the Box

1 × Waterproof 3-in-1 Rain Poncho
1 × Drawstring Carry Pouch