Forest Scout Wool Poncho
Forest Scout Wool Poncho
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A handcrafted wool field poncho for visual concealment, thermal delay, warmth, and survival.
Sold out between scheduled drops. Pre-sales open every first and third Friday, with early access for email subscribers.
The Forest Scout is our baseline wool poncho; simple, rugged, and built for the field. It uses the same upgraded 16oz triple washed wool as our v2 models but skips the drawstring hood and kangaroo pocket for a cleaner, no frills setup.
Each Scout Poncho begins as loom woven wool, not knit or bonded fabric. The material is woven for structure and longevity, then expertly hemmed on all sides using lockstitch construction for strength, clean edges, and long term durability in real field use.
Compared to the Field Cloak, the Wool Poncho offers more total coverage and more versatility, including shelter use with the Tie Out Upgrade, but it also retains more heat across the front of the body.
• 16oz triple washed loom woven wool, no fire retardant odor
• Lockstitched and expertly hemmed on all sides for durability and longevity
• Large hood fits helmets and gear
• Knee length cut for warmth and full coverage
• Dark green for versatile concealment
Made to order with a 6–8 week lead time. Want the drawstring hood and kangaroo pocket? Go for the Forest v2.
Need shelter, concealment, or a quick hide site? Optional Tie-Outs turn your poncho into field gear, upgrade [HERE].
Construction Note
All hems and hood seams are finished using lockstitch construction, a method that interlocks thread on both sides of the fabric. This results in stronger seams that resist unraveling under tension, movement, and extended field use.
Sizing:
Small: 5’2”–5’5” (44” x 73”)
Medium: 5’6”–5’11” (46” x 77”)
Large: 6’0”–6’4” (48” x 81”)
If you are taller or shorter than these ranges, please contact us prior to purchasing, custom sizing is available.
Questions?
Email: info@fivestaralterations.com
NOTE: v1 and Scout Ponchos purchased after November 2024 are NOT eligible to have a drawstring upgrade if sent in for upgrades.
Field Use
Field Use
Built for cold weather field use, camping, concealment, shelter setups, and outdoor movement.
Best suited for:
Cold weather wear
Bushcraft and camping
Layering over clothing or gear
Creating a hide site with tie outs
Users who want one garment that can serve multiple roles
Wear and Movement
Wear and Movement
The Wool Poncho gives full front and back coverage, which makes it warmer and more protective than an open front cloak.
Because the fabric covers both the front and back, it can feel heavier on the body than a cloak, even when the actual garment weight is similar or lighter.
The oversized cut allows movement, layering, and airflow, but the poncho naturally traps more warmth than the open front Field Cloak.
Thermal Delay
Thermal Delay
The wool does not make you invisible to thermal optics.
It slows heat signature buildup and helps break up the human outline seen through thermal imaging. This is what we call thermal delay.
The poncho works best when combined with terrain, shadow, reduced movement, and smart positioning. It is designed to delay and distort, not erase your heat signature.
Cloak vs Poncho
Cloak vs Poncho
Choose the Wool Poncho if you want:
More overall versatility
More front and back coverage
Better warmth retention
Shelter capability with tie outs
A garment that can also function as field cover
Choose the Field Cloak if you want:
Better airflow while moving
Easier access to chest rigs, belts, and kit
A garment that feels lighter on the body
A more dramatic cloak silhouette
Limitations
Limitations
The poncho is heavier and less packable than synthetic rain ponchos or lightweight ripstop gear.
It can trap more warmth during movement than the open front cloak. It is best suited for cool to cold weather, static use, field movement, camping, and concealment, not hot weather or ultralight backpacking.
Material and Build
Material and Build
Made from heavyweight 16oz loom woven wool with lockstitched construction and expertly hemmed edges.
The wool is chosen for durability, warmth, matte appearance, natural fire resistance, and thermal delay. Built for real field use, not costume wear.
great quality product...has extremely strong chemical smell.
Absolutely, thank you so much for the kind review and for noting the quality. I really appreciate it. That smell can be strong at first from the wool treatment, but it does air out with time. Thanks again for giving us a review!
This thing is awesome
So awesome to hear!
Best cloak and piece of gear I've bought, super cool- just need to hit some trails with it
Send pictures when you do!
I own both the field cloak and the poncho. If you think you need one…..you do. Buy it.
Lol. Thank you for the review
Received my woolen poncho a week before the big snow storm. Perfect timing. The snow melted off it and the rain didn't really sink in either. Even better, the wind couldn't get through so I was toasty warm. These are worth every penny, they are well made and as an added bonus- they look cool.
Haha awesome!