So happy when I get a notification that you’ve put another video out… I swear, I could listen to you talk for days!!! The music and stunning views in your videos is so peaceful and relaxing 😊 I also love that when you catch and release, you don’t throw the fish back in the water like it’s trash! You’re so mindful of gentle when you release them back into the water. You’re top class Rick!!! Keep ‘em coming please. Stay safe and give Billy Dog 🐕 a nice head rub for me… blessings 🙏🏻
Cheers Gina thankyou for another great message 🙂, they are always appreciated and definitely help with the inspiration to make films 🙂. Yeh I appreciate every fish snd thd beauty of nature and they've got just as much right as us to be treated with respect havnt they which sounds a bit crazy when I'm catching them but I use barbless hooks n try n limit the stress 🙂. Thanks Gina, you have a great week from Billy n me. I've just given him a cuddle n a chest scratch fof ya 😀
Quality bit of kit that Rick - (nice surroundings too). I'll be wearing a poncho this weekend, but yours is much better and I'd have got one had I seen the review prior to purchasing mine mate. Top work - ATB, Chris
Top review Rick, I always have liked that poncho mate. Bloody funny how I bought one (not as good as yours) today and then your vid is all about it when I got home haha. Lovely day you had yesterday pal, peaceful and perfect with tight lines too. Good stuff mate.
Yeh Ants was mint 🙂. Perfect little window in the weather n got nice n cold at night where you appreciate the warmth of the fire 🔥. Bloody Perfect. Aye Ants handy bits of kit for us lot aint they 🙂👍 dam sure you'll get you're use out of it . Well worth adding to the kit 🙂
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 cracking mate. I’ll be using my enhanced poncho in the peaks this week. Bit a bungee chord and that cinches down everything fine. Been in the rain on top of crinkle craggs and kept me and my bag dry.
@@williammay6879 Brilliant stuff. One of my favourite hills Crinkle Crags . Tremendous views from up there 👍. Enjoy your adventure fella Atb Rick n Billydog
Hiya Rick mate hope you're all well and okay nice to hear from you again brilliant video mate I have one that I use myself when out camping,, take care of yourself mate and stay safe.
Well Rick, you done it again man. Great video. Probably the best kit review I have seen. Billy loved his cuddle by the fire for sure . Wow when you were out on the lake in the dark. Wow. Some skills there fella. Sll round top bloody viewing, oh and the scenery just wow. . Just how stall is the water ?
Was beautiful Mike 🙂. Should gave taken a compass bearing really but I used the mountain silhouettes to navigate back and it worked pretty well luckily or it might have been a longer night lol 😀😀. Cheers Mike, thanks for another cool comment 👍 Atb Rick n Billydog
I have the Poncho & the Liner and I hike the Presidentials in New Hampshire alot...... this is perfect gear for bad weather !!!....... It takes a beating and the liner makes a big difference up there.....weight wise its not ultra lite and it does take up room in the pack.. I added a larger stuff sack for both of them so I can put them outside on the pack !......... the liner is also fabulous as a inner bag liner for that extra warmth or for first thing on those chilly mornings inside and outside of the tent !!!
Yeh, great kit. I'll have to look at getting a liner some time. That's a cracking idea too, having them in an external stuff sack. Easy access too on the trail . Good multi use piece of kit 👌. Thanks for sharing your experience with it 👍 Atb Rick n Billydog
Cracking video Rick good review I've been meaning to ask you what make it is the one I have is canny small and doesn't cover the bottom of my arms and is crap if carrying a big pack looks like you had a great adventure in the lakes we should try and meet up with you and Ant for a canoe camp I enjoyed the one we did atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍
Yeh definitely Jimmy, be great to catch up around a camp fire 🔥. Aye its a good design. I like it anyhow n quite a few people have asked about it so thought it was time I reviewed it 😀👍
I have one. I use it every morning early, during my forest meditations in the winter here in the UK. Its like wearing a tent. The only thing is the arms should be 2 to 3 inches longer. The elasticated cuffs on them pull back what ever one is wearing underneath to expose the wrists. Its not a deal breaker for sure, its still a fabulous bit of kit. When i am sitting in meditation i often have my arms inside the poncho anyway. Now the temperature is getting close to 0 degrees i am thinking of getting the liner as well.
Top do, what a place out wi' Billy Dog- I have a couple of ponchos and it really keeps the kit down as I use them for a basha with a bivvy - both ex issue. I have a snugpak hammock on the Xmas list. But I'm also looking at others, 12 - 14 footers.
Brilliant Mark, good bits of kit eh. I don't use hammocks much with Billydog usually along for the ride but I used to have the snugpack jungle hammock which was good. My lad has it now
I have about 4 Military Ponchos. The main differences are that I don't have sleeves, but they're a heavy vinyl weighing about 1kg each, but they still fold up small enough to carry in an Army Smock side pocket plus, military ones have eyelets and press studs so you can fit two or more together to make a shelter. I just wish they made them a bit larger is all. Nice review, good to see you and Billy Boy out and about, the bacon and eggs looked the business and I think the Fish would've been supper. I noticed the heavy bandage, what did you do? 🤷👍
Cheers Robert mate 👍, I had a mountain bike accident n tore half of the side of my finger off lol. Was a bit of a mess really. Did it 3 weeks ago so it's knitting back together a bit now 🙂👍. Yeh you're like me Robert, we love a bit of Old school ex army gear. Cheap n does a good job n last well 🙂👍
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 My earlier reply may well have gone into your review folder as I tried to use a word that YT probably don't like. Go to manage videos on your Homepage and scroll down to comments and you'll find it there. Just got to give it a green light is all.
I agree that a belt would be useful to control the excess material, e.g., when using an axe. I have never worn a poncho that had sleeves, it would seem that it would be nice to have pit zips.
It's too short. I'm 6'2" and most of my legs would have no coverage. This is the case with most ponchos, and I don't understand it. Why not offer ponchos in varying lengths for taller folks? Another con with this poncho is its inability to be used as a shelter or groundcloth. It is what it is. I have some other Snugpak items that I'm quite happy with, but this wouldn't work for me.
They're a useful piece of kit Rick . More often than not I wear mine with a belt - stops that ballooning . Not the most stylish , but who gives sh1t about that . Nice trout Rick .
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 I popped down to the Ribble the other day , it was tanking . A 4oz feeder wouldn't hold bottom . Nice to be out as per , but my timing with a view to catching was well out - Duh 🤣 .
Hi Rick, Thanks for sharing your experiences on using the Snugpack Enhanced Patrol Poncho. Can you please confirm what your height and weight is?. I ask this because I have seen reviews where users of the Poncho state the arms of the garment are too short for those whom are 6 foot (183cm) and over. What are your comments on this? Thanks for your feedback and if your are visiting Southern Ireland, please look us up.
Cheers Adrian. I'm 6'2" n about 13 1/2 stone and I think the arms are OK without using the thumb loops. If I use the thumb holes it's a little too tight but otherwise its reyt. I still really like it and it's just been in my main gear on a 5 day trip up into the far North of Scotland. We had decent weather so I didn't break it out but it always comes with me 🙂. Good bit of kit. Cheers Adrian, thanks mate, atb Rick n Billydog 👍
@jbradshaw4236 Yeh it's ideal for that. Packs small, light to carry, quick to deploy. Jeep your legs dry too. Great kit for fishing. I use mine all the time 🙂👍. Cheers fella 👍
So happy when I get a notification that you’ve put another video out…
I swear, I could listen to you talk for days!!! The music and stunning views in your videos is so peaceful and relaxing 😊 I also love that when you catch and release, you don’t throw the fish back in the water like it’s trash! You’re so mindful of gentle when you release them back into the water. You’re top class Rick!!! Keep ‘em coming please. Stay safe and give Billy Dog 🐕 a nice head rub for me… blessings 🙏🏻
Cheers Gina thankyou for another great message 🙂, they are always appreciated and definitely help with the inspiration to make films 🙂. Yeh I appreciate every fish snd thd beauty of nature and they've got just as much right as us to be treated with respect havnt they which sounds a bit crazy when I'm catching them but I use barbless hooks n try n limit the stress 🙂. Thanks Gina, you have a great week from Billy n me. I've just given him a cuddle n a chest scratch fof ya 😀
Another great video Rick always enjoyable watching you and Billy Dog on a adventure ⛺️⛺️
Cheers Alan much appreciated mate 🙂👍
Quality bit of kit that Rick - (nice surroundings too). I'll be wearing a poncho this weekend, but yours is much better and I'd have got one had I seen the review prior to purchasing mine mate. Top work - ATB, Chris
Cheers Chris 👍 aye hopefully the weather God's are kind to us 🙏 n we can be Poncho free around the campfire 😀. Looking forward to catching up fella 👍
Top review Rick, I always have liked that poncho mate. Bloody funny how I bought one (not as good as yours) today and then your vid is all about it when I got home haha.
Lovely day you had yesterday pal, peaceful and perfect with tight lines too. Good stuff mate.
Yeh Ants was mint 🙂. Perfect little window in the weather n got nice n cold at night where you appreciate the warmth of the fire 🔥. Bloody Perfect.
Aye Ants handy bits of kit for us lot aint they 🙂👍 dam sure you'll get you're use out of it . Well worth adding to the kit 🙂
Top job Rick and a great review on a proper piece of kit.
Cheers Andy mate 👍.
Brilliant! I bought the same poncho but not got round to trying it yet. Glad to see I bought a winner. Nice one fella!
Spot on Micky, , good choice 👌 🙂🙂
Absolute class Rick. Proper review and those canoe scenes. Wow, that’s the dream mate.
Hey cheers fella, bloomin beautiful wasn't it 🙂👍
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 cracking mate. I’ll be using my enhanced poncho in the peaks this week. Bit a bungee chord and that cinches down everything fine. Been in the rain on top of crinkle craggs and kept me and my bag dry.
@@williammay6879 Brilliant stuff. One of my favourite hills Crinkle Crags . Tremendous views from up there 👍. Enjoy your adventure fella
Atb Rick n Billydog
There a great piece of kit Rick, luv that small beach too. Thanks for reviewing pal👍
Yeh, beautiful place eh Simon. Bloomin lovely n aye definitely a handy bit of kit for the pack size n weight of about 400 grams 🙂👍
Thanks for a nice video and the effort in making it. That is a beautiful area. 👍
Aye its stunning ain't it 🙂. Beautiful place and Cheers for watching 🙂👍
Hiya Rick mate hope you're all well and okay nice to hear from you again brilliant video mate I have one that I use myself when out camping,, take care of yourself mate and stay safe.
Cheers John mate , good bits of kit aint they 🙂👍. Will do, you too fella
Re-watched your survival vid the other day and was wondering what poncho etc and you made this 👍
Haha, that's perfect lol 😆
Cheers 🙂👍
Well Rick, you done it again man. Great video. Probably the best kit review I have seen. Billy loved his cuddle by the fire for sure . Wow when you were out on the lake in the dark. Wow. Some skills there fella. Sll round top bloody viewing, oh and the scenery just wow. . Just how stall is the water ?
Was beautiful Mike 🙂. Should gave taken a compass bearing really but I used the mountain silhouettes to navigate back and it worked pretty well luckily or it might have been a longer night lol 😀😀. Cheers Mike, thanks for another cool comment 👍
Atb Rick n Billydog
Love your no bullshit reviews!
Haha, cheers fella 🙂👍
Quality review Rick! Crazy how small some of the snugpak gear packs down 😃, i was impressed with the pack size/weight of the sf bivi!
Cheers John, aye it makes a difference too doesn't it when you're trying to keep that kit down to a minimum 🙂.
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 deffo! these knees aren’t getting any younger! 😂
@@foresteroutdoors same here lol, the bloody boat ain't getting any lighter either lol 😀
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 😂
Thanks for the review and the nice scenery!
Hey cheers 🙂👍
I have the Poncho & the Liner and I hike the Presidentials in New Hampshire alot...... this is perfect gear for bad weather !!!....... It takes a beating and the liner makes a big difference up there.....weight wise its not ultra lite and it does take up room in the pack.. I added a larger stuff sack for both of them so I can put them outside on the pack !......... the liner is also fabulous as a inner bag liner for that extra warmth or for first thing on those chilly mornings inside and outside of the tent !!!
Yeh, great kit. I'll have to look at getting a liner some time. That's a cracking idea too, having them in an external stuff sack. Easy access too on the trail .
Good multi use piece of kit 👌.
Thanks for sharing your experience with it 👍
Atb Rick n Billydog
and there you are, and Billy 😂
What a great sphere.
Great place RickT.
Cheers Riek 🙂👍
Hey Rick, Derek here. I want to wish you a merry Christmas 🎄 and Jesus loves you brother.
Cheers Derek, thankyou 🙂. All the best to you and yours too Derek, have a great Christmas 👍
Cracking video Rick good review I've been meaning to ask you what make it is the one I have is canny small and doesn't cover the bottom of my arms and is crap if carrying a big pack looks like you had a great adventure in the lakes we should try and meet up with you and Ant for a canoe camp I enjoyed the one we did atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍
Yeh definitely Jimmy, be great to catch up around a camp fire 🔥.
Aye its a good design. I like it anyhow n quite a few people have asked about it so thought it was time I reviewed it 😀👍
Looks like the dogs bollocks! Tx for a great in depth review ✌🏻
Yeh it's a great addition to the kit for sure 🙂👌, cheers
I have one. I use it every morning early, during my forest meditations in the winter here in the UK.
Its like wearing a tent. The only thing is the arms should be 2 to 3 inches longer. The elasticated cuffs on them pull back what ever one is wearing underneath to expose the wrists. Its not a deal breaker for sure, its still a fabulous bit of kit.
When i am sitting in meditation i often have my arms inside the poncho anyway.
Now the temperature is getting close to 0 degrees i am thinking of getting the liner as well.
Brilliant stuff, I can imagine it's absolutely perfect for that 👌. Definitely agree about needing another few inches on the sleeves 🙂👍
Cheers
I have shorter arms so it's perfect. So perfect I bought another one just in case they correct the sleeve length issue. 😅
Stunning scenery, the poncho looks to be the bees knees.
Cheers Simon, aye its a good big of kit and was absolutely gorgeous. I picked the perfect day for it 🙂. Very lucky 😀
Top do, what a place out wi' Billy Dog- I have a couple of ponchos and it really keeps the kit down as I use them for a basha with a bivvy - both ex issue. I have a snugpak hammock on the Xmas list. But I'm also looking at others, 12 - 14 footers.
Brilliant Mark, good bits of kit eh. I don't use hammocks much with Billydog usually along for the ride but I used to have the snugpack jungle hammock which was good. My lad has it now
I have about 4 Military Ponchos. The main differences are that I don't have sleeves, but they're a heavy vinyl weighing about 1kg each, but they still fold up small enough to carry in an Army Smock side pocket plus, military ones have eyelets and press studs so you can fit two or more together to make a shelter. I just wish they made them a bit larger is all. Nice review, good to see you and Billy Boy out and about, the bacon and eggs looked the business and I think the Fish would've been supper. I noticed the heavy bandage, what did you do? 🤷👍
Cheers Robert mate 👍, I had a mountain bike accident n tore half of the side of my finger off lol. Was a bit of a mess really. Did it 3 weeks ago so it's knitting back together a bit now 🙂👍. Yeh you're like me Robert, we love a bit of Old school ex army gear. Cheap n does a good job n last well 🙂👍
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 I bet that throbbed like a Bi Atch. 😢
@@RobertsBulgaria Haha, it did that lol 😆 😂
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 My earlier reply may well have gone into your review folder as I tried to use a word that YT probably don't like. Go to manage videos on your Homepage and scroll down to comments and you'll find it there. Just got to give it a green light is all.
Ullswater looked like a mill pond! Awesome day for it!
Yeh was beautiful Benny. A perfect window int weather 🙂👍
I agree that a belt would be useful to control the excess material, e.g., when using an axe.
I have never worn a poncho that had sleeves, it would seem that it would be nice to have pit zips.
Yeh pit zips would definitely come in handy too 👍👍
Great stuff rick.good for the old bashan aswell.
Basha....bloody auto correct
Aye too right David, I have an old British Army Poncho that I use with the work groups 🙂👍
Great pice of gear, perfect with the Liner
Oh aye, I bet the liner is a great addition 🙂👍
Enjoyed bud 👍👍👍
Good stuff 🙂🙂👍. Cheers fella 👍
Brilliant...just bought a poncho rick but doesn't look anywhere near as good as that one mate 👍 cheers mate see ya soon 😃🏕
As long as it does the job eh Gary can even wear em over an existing waterproof just to get that extra protection can't ya 🙂👍
It's too short. I'm 6'2" and most of my legs would have no coverage. This is the case with most ponchos, and I don't understand it. Why not offer ponchos in varying lengths for taller folks?
Another con with this poncho is its inability to be used as a shelter or groundcloth. It is what it is. I have some other Snugpak items that I'm quite happy with, but this wouldn't work for me.
Yeh I'm with ya Maggie, would be great if they made different sizes 🙂👍
I keep one of these in my trunk in case I feel like i may need it.
Yeh definitely a handy piece of kit 👌
They're a useful piece of kit Rick . More often than not I wear mine with a belt - stops that ballooning . Not the most stylish , but who gives sh1t about that .
Nice trout Rick .
Definitely Neil 👍. Love mine for a lot of stuff. Was buzzing to be catching those lovely trout . Was targeting the Perch at first 🙂👍
@@RickTOutdoorAdventure1969 I popped down to the Ribble the other day , it was tanking . A 4oz feeder wouldn't hold bottom . Nice to be out as per , but my timing with a view to catching was well out - Duh 🤣 .
@@neilt7191 haha yeh it's been putting some rain down ain't it 😅
Hi Rick, Thanks for sharing your experiences on using the Snugpack Enhanced Patrol Poncho. Can you please confirm what your height and weight is?. I ask this because I have seen reviews where users of the Poncho state the arms of the garment are too short for those whom are 6 foot (183cm) and over. What are your comments on this? Thanks for your feedback and if your are visiting Southern Ireland, please look us up.
Cheers Adrian. I'm 6'2" n about 13 1/2 stone and I think the arms are OK without using the thumb loops. If I use the thumb holes it's a little too tight but otherwise its reyt. I still really like it and it's just been in my main gear on a 5 day trip up into the far North of Scotland. We had decent weather so I didn't break it out but it always comes with me 🙂. Good bit of kit.
Cheers Adrian, thanks mate, atb Rick n Billydog 👍
has the chest pocket ever let water in ?????
No it's been good. Just spent a couple of weeks out in Canada on a canoe trip in some serious storms and it was bomber 🙂👍
Where can I buy one?
Tinternets the best place. Can't remember the site but I definitely got mine on line 🙂👍
Ideal for fishing ?
Yeh bang on for fishing 🙂👍
Thanks appreciate that. Hoping it will be good on the river between showers. Great review
@jbradshaw4236 Yeh it's ideal for that. Packs small, light to carry, quick to deploy. Jeep your legs dry too. Great kit for fishing. I use mine all the time 🙂👍.
Cheers fella 👍
Only one size.
Yeh unfortunately 😕
Gotta like the Canadian canoe eh? 🛶, good looking poncho,will try and find one from Straya Cheers
Yeh mate, a fantastic mode of transport for us lot who enjoy a bit of adventure 👍
You've just sold me on them rick , I'll be adding one to my arsenal 🛶👌👍
Good bits of kit Martin for sure 👌. I enjoy using it and it's done me proud so far 🙂