Best.Poncho. Ever. My daughter lives in NYC- a largely pedestrian city. She keeps this in her bag and it covers whatever she is wearing or carrying(gear and all, bags too). This city lays waste to umbrellas, no to mention it is difficult to navigate with a brolly without losing an eye;0) I was recently with her in a torrential downpour, she was totally dry and rain was seeping through my Marmot jacket, No rush for a cab either- can't get one anyway! Highly, highly recommend- they look really cool as well, another NYC plus ;0) Bought one immediately.