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Altus Poncho (ATMOSPHERIC H30)
Altus Poncho (ATMOSPHERIC H30)
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UPDATE: The new 2024 version of this Poncho is now available here. See here for the Altus Poncho Atmospheric J30.
Wears as a Jacket. Space for backpack. Is a Poncho.
Very light, comfortable and compressible poncho. Specially designed for protection against water for any activity.
Our Atmospheric H30 poncho offers lightness and waterproofness. Easily compressible and made with our Waterproof fabric, its heat-sealed interior seams guarantee its waterproofness. Includes carrying bag. The longitudinal front zipper includes a gusset to carry the backpack by opening the snap buttons. It has an integrated hood and is adjustable with regulators and a drawstring, and has rubber cuffs. 2000 mm water column.
CHARACTERISTICS:
- Breathable and water-repellent garment.
- Adjustable hood and cuffs with rubber.
- Bellows system to expand space for the backpack.
- Compressible.
- Transport bag.
- Thermo-sealed seams.
- Waterproofing: W/P 2,000 mm DWR.
- Composition: 100% Ripstop Polyester 20D R/S PU.
Material: 100% PES Ripstop 20D R/S PU
Weight: 300 grams (10.59 ounces)
This has been a Camino Forum favorite for years. See here for the conversation over the years on the "Altus Poncho".
Wonder what size to get? Have a look here for some advice from one of our Camino Forum members. See the post here.
This is what he says:
The size S Altus atmospheric poncho will fit you if:
– you are shorter than 170 cm (5 feet 7 inches), and
– your backpack is smaller than 40 L, and
– your weight is under 70 kg (154,3 lbs)
The size M-L Altus atmospheric poncho will fit you if:
– you are between 170 cm (5 feet 7 inches) and 185 cm (6 feet 1 inch) tall,
– the size of your backpack is between 40 and 50 Liters
– your weight is between 70 kg (154,3 lbs) and 90 kg (198,4 lbs)
The size XL-XXL Altus atmospheric poncho will fit you if:
– you are taller than 185 cm (6 feet 1 inches), and
– your backpack is bigger than 50 L, and
– your weight is over 90 kg (198,4 lbs)
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order quickly / promptly dispatched by Ivar but took a little longer than I expected, coming by Correos instead of DHL but, no matter, the poncho still arrived in good time for me.
I haven’t tried it out in wet weather yet. My Camino starts on 6th May
I walked the Camino Portugués Coastal two years ago in late March, and it rained a lot. None of my equipment performed well. One day, I saw a couple of pilgrims wearing Altus ponchos—what a difference compared to my basic poncho and rain jacket! Since then, I’ve been eager to find this gear and finally tracked it down at Ivar’s store. I ordered two, one for me and one for my wife. We’re planning to do the Camino Primitivo in 2026, and this poncho is the first piece of gear I’ve gotten in preparation for that.
Works well and fits well
I think the poncho is great.
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Ordered following good reviews. Very happy with purchase and service from the Camino Store. Looking forward to our Camino in October. UK buyer.
I went for the golden lima as the blue was sold out in my size, and (my preference) red has not been made in some time. It just arrived, and I must say that there is not a lot of golden in it, but lots of an unappealing shade of green that makes my complexion look as if I am suffering from a prolonged experience of nausea. I know that it is only a rain protector and I should get over the colour thing, but I admit to buyer's remorse. Hopefully the technical elements are as good as reputed. If I can bring myself to wear it....
