Review Summary
The Helicontex Swagman Roll can be used as a blanket, semi-waterproof poncho, summer sleeping bag, or as an under blanket in a hammock. Reynold has been testing the product for a while and is familiar with other Youtubers who have reviewed it and claimed it is waterproof. Reynold is the owner of Grunt Proof, an outdoor testing and reviewing channel, and wants to test the product to see if it can pass the rugged Grunt Proof testing standards so he takes the product to his cabin in the mountains to conduct a proper field test.
He finds that the storage bag lists all the different uses for the product, and that it seems like you can use this in basically every situation. Reynold has played with the product in all those scenarios and found it to performe pretty well. He notes that the extra stuff compartment is actually the front pocket of the product when worn in a poncho-style. He points out that it measures about the same as the US Army Poncho, which is 5 foot by 7 foot.
Reynold praises the product for its versatility, and for the fact that it has been made highly functional and modular, and can work with other pieces of gear. However, he notes that if you are using it as a sleeping bag, it is too small and cramped, and would not recommend it for big people or those who like a lot of room in their sleeping bags. He also notes that while the product is water-resistant, it is not a poncho or rain jacket, and cannot be worn in heavy rain. He also points out that the pocket is not waterproof and should not be used to store anything sensitive. Reynold concludes by saying that the product is versatile and well-designed.
Helikon-Tex Swagman Roll Poncho
