{"product_id":"liteway-poncho-simplex-ultralight-rain-poncho-tarp","title":"Liteway Poncho Simplex — Ultralight Rain Poncho \u0026 Tarp","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLiteway Poncho Simplex\u003c\/strong\u003e is two pieces of gear in one: a full-coverage rain poncho on the trail and a flat tarp shelter at camp. For thru-hikers and bikepackers who weigh every item twice, that's a real win — one 225 g piece replaces both your rain shell and your tarp, freeing up meaningful pack space and weight. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/2299\/4728\/files\/poncho-simplex-1350x1000.png?v=1782005801\" alt=\"Liteway Poncho Simplex pitched as a flat tarp shelter\" width=\"523\" height=\"387\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhy the Poncho Simplex works in Canadian conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne item, two jobs\u003c\/strong\u003e — rain protection on the move, shelter at camp, for a genuine drop in pack weight and volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCovers your pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — longer back panel keeps your backpack dry without a separate cover.\u003cstrong\u003eWind-secure fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — side loops plus an elastic fastex belt stop the poncho from blowing open in gusts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable hood\u003c\/strong\u003e — dial in coverage for driving wet-coast rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatenary cut\u003c\/strong\u003e — holds a taut pitch even when the fly sags from rain or heavy dew, so less re-tensioning overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUHMWPE (Dyneema) guy lines\u003c\/strong\u003e — minimal weight, low stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless tarp body\u003c\/strong\u003e — the main panel is a single piece of fabric, so the tarp itself has no seams to leak (the hood does have one — see below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eUsing it as a poncho\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.Pull it on over your head like a pullover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.Wrap the longer back panel around yourself and your pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.Secure it with the elastic fastex belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.Adjust the hood for fit and coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rain poncho + flat tarp shelter (1 person)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 oz Levitex Silpoly 20D ripstop, 2000 mm waterproof rating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 225 g (290 g with guy lines and stuff sack)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272 × 144 cm — coverage area approx. 3.8 m²\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacked size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 8 × 9 × 15 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttachment points:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 loops with linelocs, plus 2 poncho attachment points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuy lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e UHMWPE — 4 × 1.5 m, 4 × 0.75 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simplex Mini Tarp footprint \/ Simplex Mesh 1P inner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Poncho Simplex, UHMWPE guy lines, 1 elastic cord with fastex, Silpoly stuff sack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSeam sealing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe tarp body is one continuous piece of fabric, so it has no seams to seal. The \u003cstrong\u003ehood\u003c\/strong\u003e does have a seam, and it ships un-sealed to save weight. For sustained or heavy rain, we recommend sealing the hood seam with a silicone-based sealant — \u003cstrong\u003eGear Aid Seam Grip +SIL\u003c\/strong\u003e (formerly McNett Silnet) is the standard choice and is stocked widely across Canada. It's an easy at-home job.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"400\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MRNrW28eedo?si=V8hNcH1MlEZfKH1O\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"liteway","offers":[{"title":"Gray","offer_id":51998289690920,"sku":null,"price":189.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/2299\/4728\/files\/poncho-simplex-grey-1-1350x1000.jpg?v=1782005801","url":"https:\/\/www.chussupply.ca\/products\/liteway-poncho-simplex-ultralight-rain-poncho-tarp","provider":"Chussupply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}