The suit could also be used in reverse to HEAT the individual in a cold climate but insulate from the imagers also. The wearer would then be comfortable and invisible to Infra red and Thermal Imaging equipment as well as visually invisible with the gillie suit on. The poncho is waterproof. It’ll keep you dry in the rain and you won’t sweat as much as you would in those old military surplus ponchos (because it's not rubberized). Note: An older poncho will be better for colder weather, but... you shouldn’t be relying on your poncho to keep you warm in the first place.

The Gatewood Cape by Six Moons Design is a very unique product. It’s a rain poncho that doubles as a tarp tent. (You read that right!) It weighs just 10 ounces, has a hood for your head, and a large 360-degree coverage when worn as a poncho. Warmth comes at a premium these days, and when looking at a premium brand such as Therm-a-rest, you can expect to pay a premium price. When moving plan routes around terrain / vegetation masking. Have frequent listening/observation halts. There are several factors worth considering before purchasing a rain poncho. Most ponchos are sold as one-size-fits-all, but that doesn’t mean they are all created equal.

That is open ground in Afcrapistan. Imagine if you were operating in an area with greater tree cover, how that would add another layer to help you. That goes to terrain masking.

Roughly 1.5 pounds, it’s lighter than military surplus ponchos, while still delivering everything you’d expect from a poncho. The reduced weight is one of the main reasons why I like it. Hang dry your bag whenever possible. This can be a long process (24-48 hours or more), but this is by far the best way to get the longest life from your down. Use a well-ventilated, low-humidity environment. Hand-tease or shake out your bag gently to break-up down clumps, and flip it often to help speed the process. I really enjoy it when we add our knowledge and ideas in the comments. It’s part of what makes MSB such a great resource and so enjoyable to visit! As far as avoiding Infrared detection, there are allot of factors to take into consideration when determining what method(s) to use to conceal your IR signature… Corner reinforcements are 500D Foxdura, tie-down loops are made from Finnish military-type webbing. Sewn in the EU Heated throws are not recommended for use for children under 5 years but we reached out to The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) and they gave the following tips on how to use a heated throw safely:

Follow the care instructions below to help maintain the high quality and extend the life of your down or synthetic Therm-a-Rest ®sleeping bag. Now it was extremely difficult to see through dense foliage. Cant count how many times we would chase a target into a covered area and loose him. We just couldn’t see through it. As for being out in the open tho… that’s gonna be very difficult to hide. The season, time of night, weather, etc. If it’s early in the evening following a hot summer day, you will tend to “stand out” less compared to your surroundings as they are hot/warm from the heat they soaked up during the day. I’ve seen footage taken from a thermal imaging FLIR camera on a helicopter where the subject appeared much darker than his surroundings because he was fleeing through an area that had absorbed massive amounts of heat during the day. In the winter, you’ll stand out like a campfire in the mountains at night. Rain, wind, and other environmental factors can work for or against you.

Take your belt/strap and tighten it around your waist and pull up the excess length of the cloak so it does not interfere with leg movement. There are some neat ideas out there. Try doing an image search on terms such as hiding from thermal detection, mylar blanket thermal camera, etc. You will see success and failure.But if you’re habitually cold or just want to feel a warm embrace, the Honcho Poncho could be just what you’re looking for whether you’re wild camping in winter or just need something to throw on when it gets a bit chilly in the evening! If you have a wound that needs to be kept dry, cut out a piece of fabric from the rain poncho and tie it over the normal bandage. Modern military ponchos are lighter - still nylon, but it is not rubberized. You'll want to get yourself one of these.