Rain coat

[AndyBorba]

I am having a hard time finding a hyper/ultralight raincoat that won't break the budget (Less than $20). It would be nice to have one that isn't the clear plastic version.
Any recommendations or Amazon links that have worked well?

 

[J Willhaus]

Frog Toggs are less expensive and easy to pack.

 

[Tincatinker]

I can buy Frogg Tog ponchos in the UK for the equivalent of $20-25 + shipping.

I’ve no opinion on serviceability. I use an umbrella I bought in a China-store in Pamplona in 2012. Paid €8. Still going strong if a bit kinked. Keeps the worst of the weather off my upper body. I figure skin is waterproof so tend to wear shorts on wet days.

 

[henrythedog]

You’re in Arizona? Rain may be something of a novelty. Which route are you walking and when?

 

[BandL]

Another thumbs up for the Frogg Toggs poncho. Used on the Camino Frances this year. Lightweight, breathable and waterproof. Just make sure you don't catch it on anything as it will rip easily. US$20 on their website https://www.froggtoggs.com/frogg-toggsr-ultra-lite2a-poncho

 

[Scoutbuff]

I can buy Frogg Tog ponchos in the UK for the equivalent of $20-25 + shipping.

I’ve no opinion on serviceability. I use an umbrella I bought in a China-store in Pamplona in 2012. Paid €8. Still going strong if a bit kinked. Keeps the worst of the weather off my upper body. I figure skin is waterproof so tend to wear shorts on wet days.

Frogg Toggs are light and inexpensive. They are also fairly delicate from my experience using them in backcountry trips. The pants lasted most of a weekend trip. Jacket lasted a couple of trips. I have no experience with the poncho, only the rain suit.

 

[J Willhaus]

Frogg Toggs are light and inexpensive. They are also fairly delicate from my experience using them in backcountry trips. The pants lasted most of a weekend trip. Jacket lasted a couple of trips. I have no experience with the poncho, only the rain suit.

I liked the poncho. It was pretty substantial and light. Also used it as a blanket in cold albergues.

 

[domigee]

An umbrella

 

[AndyBorba]

You’re in Arizona? Rain may be something of a novelty. Which route are you walking and when?

Haha! Right? I will start May 28, 2025