poncho liner as a UQ

**hikingshoes** · 10-15-2009, 23:20

Hello everyone,just want alittle input on my poncho liner as a UQ.its my first to make or mod to fit my hammock.

Charles

**MacEntyre** · 10-16-2009, 06:34

**Spock** · 10-16-2009, 17:15

hikingshoes,
One thing to consider with poncho liners is, they are meant to be used with the poncho. Consequently, they are not at all windproof themselves. For reasons that escape me, the heavier-than-they-look shells are very loosely woven. You can whip up a lighter (or at least as light), more windproof, warmer UQ from continuous fiber insulation and some $2 sale fabric from Walmart. The materials and durability will be superior to the military stuff. Spring for quality materials and the superiority gap becomes a gulf.

**hikingshoes** · 10-16-2009, 18:35

Originally Posted by Spock

hikingshoes,
One thing to consider with poncho liners is, they are meant to be used with the poncho. Consequently, they are not at all windproof themselves. For reasons that escape me, the heavier-than-they-look shells are very loosely woven. You can whip up a lighter (or at least as light), more windproof, warmer UQ from continuous fiber insulation and some $2 sale fabric from Walmart. The materials and durability will be superior to the military stuff. Spring for quality materials and the superiority gap becomes a gulf.

Thanks for the information.I know about the poncho and poncho liner use them in the Army.Im also looking at a sleeping bag as a UQ with the poncho liner.Thanks for your time.Charles