The $9.95 Rain Poncho I Keep in My Pack
As a Rockies hiker, I bought COOY reusable EVA rain ponchos after getting caught in a storm. I tests them on trail: they cover backpacks, fold small, handle light-to-moderate rain, but lack breathability and insulation. Best as compact backup, not shell replacement.
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