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04-04-2008, 03:46 PM
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DriDucks Poncho
Many have heard about the DriDucks Suits (Pants & Jacket), but a lesser number are aware of the DriDucks Poncho.
Those who want a waterproof/breathable poncho at a very low price, the DriDucks Poncho may be worth considering. Many of us realize that the DriDucks material is not very durable. However, some may still find this a useful option for the money - especially for use in open areas. [I picked up one for about $12.] The come in Khaki, Gre NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here 
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04-09-2008, 05:06 PM
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How does the hood fit? NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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04-09-2008, 07:53 PM
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It works ok, but it's nowhere near as nice as the hood on a MLD Silnylon Pro Poncho or NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#4
04-10-2008, 02:02 PM
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I can see it being useful for either:
1) as a backup on short weekend trips when no foul weat NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#5
04-10-2008, 02:32 PM
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Does it have grommets for stakes or guy lines? NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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#6
04-10-2008, 03:03 PM
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#7
04-11-2008, 05:26 PM
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I got one!
After reading this thread I ordered a DriDucks suit for myself and the poncho for my son. When they NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
Last edited by tracyn : 04-11-2008 at 05:30 PM.
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#8
04-11-2008, 06:36 PM
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Your model finally becomes happy (smiles) when he has the whole ensemble(with hood) on.
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04-11-2008, 08:31 PM
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He wasn't real comfortable being my model at the beginning! That first picture I was definitely gett NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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