{"product_id":"removable-waist-strap-upgrade","title":"Removable Waist Strap Upgrade","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"233\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"233\"\u003eYour poncho. Your way.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"244\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloaks are not eligible for the Removable Waist Strap Upgrade at this time. Any orders that include Cloaks will be refunded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"520\"\u003eFor those who want to pull the poncho closer to the body when needed, we now offer the \u003cstrong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"491\"\u003eRemovable Waist Strap Upgrade\u003c\/strong\u003e, or simply, the Waist Strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eTwo reinforced \u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"569\"\u003e1 inch MIL-STD webbing loops\u003c\/strong\u003e are sewn into the inside of the rear flap of the poncho. The included waist strap attaches to those loops using G-hooks, creating a simple removable closure similar to the back strap on a chest rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eWhen you want the traditional loose drape of the poncho, remove the strap and throw it in your pants pocket, pack, or even the kangaroo pocket of the poncho itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eWhen you want everything pulled closer to the body, hook it in and cinch it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003eWhy make it removable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eA poncho works because it is simple, loose, and adaptable. We did not want to permanently change that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eThe Waist Strap gives you another way to configure the poncho without committing you to wearing it that way all the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eUse it when you want less movement and a closer fit around the body. Remove it when you want the full drape and freedom of a traditional poncho.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eDesigned to fit you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eThe included strap is intentionally long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eMuch like a rifle sling, the extra webbing gives you room to adjust the fit around different clothing, layers, and equipment. It also allows you to customize the final length yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eOnce you know where you want it, simply trim the excess webbing and carefully seal the cut end with a lighter to prevent fraying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003eOr leave it long and retain the full adjustment range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eWhy G-hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eWe use G-hooks because they are simple, low profile, and keep the hardware consistent with the design language of our Field Cloaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003eThey also make the entire strap easy to remove when it is not needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eIf you would rather use \u003cstrong data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eside release buckles\u003c\/strong\u003e, you can purchase two buckle sets, one for each side of the poncho, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2206\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eWhy is this optional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003eBecause not everyone needs a waist strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003eSome people want maximum freedom and drape. Others want the ability to pull their poncho closer to the body depending on what they are doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2523\"\u003eWe do not believe in forcing added cost or hardware onto every poncho for a feature you may never use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2599\"\u003eIf you need it, it is available. If you do not, you are not paying for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2599\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWebbing and G Hook Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6ab7143d-4870-83ea-90bc-889da5bd4b42-12\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6ab7143d-4870-83ea-90bc-889da5bd4b42-12\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6ab7143d-4870-83ea-90bc-889da5bd4b42-12\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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