Looks like Finisterre have a new poncho/tarp combo launching soon, might interest some.

Gatewood alternative?

https://finisterre.com/collections/eco ... 6420989005

Gatewood alternative?

I truth, it's absolutely nothing like. This thing's more akin to a bog standard rectangular tarp .... with a hole int' middle

There's something about that product video

Bearbonesnorm wrote: ↑Thu Apr 01, 2021 6:04 pm

Gatewood alternative?

I truth, it's absolutely nothing like. This thing's more akin to a bog standard rectangular tarp .... with a hole int' middle

Just like an old ‘58 pattern poncho/basha that the MOD and most other NATO armies issued/issue for years.
Except they cost £15-20 at your local surplus store.

If anyone buys that for 95 shekels, they deserve it

Cheeky Monkey wrote: ↑Thu Apr 01, 2021 6:19 pm There's something about that product video

I do hope you're not being mean about Toddy! I got my first tattoo from him, at one of the Bristol bike polo tournaments...

Just checked and it's still available which I assume means that it wasn't posted as an April 1st jest.

There's something about that product video

I was doing alright with the video until he poured hot water from a perfectly good Ti mug into a heavy double-walled stainless mug to make a brew

If anyone is considering a poncho / tarp and for some reason didn't want a Gatewood cape, I reckon I'd be looking at the S2S Sil 'Nano' which weighs about 230g and costs around £70.

It would appear (judging from this picture) that they also produce a completely freestanding version that doesn't require any supports, simply lines to prevent it from floating away.

Landslide wrote: ↑Thu Apr 01, 2021 9:23 pm

Cheeky Monkey wrote: ↑Thu Apr 01, 2021 6:19 pm There's something about that product video

I do hope you're not being mean about Toddy! I got my first tattoo from him, at one of the Bristol bike polo tournaments...

Oh I'm sure he's lovely. But the "vibe" is just a bit too w8nky for me. Mleh

Aren't all product videos these days?
And I can tell you're not being nasty, you just passed up an obvious opportunity to out me as massive hipster.