Woobies (poncho liners)

[TheBelly]

correct... 8 years in the Corps and never actually used it in conjunction with my poncho.

Every single day of field problems at fort drum involved the poncho, poncho liner, and the sleeping mat. Worst nights of sleep ever, but I stayed alive.

[Tim K]

$12.99 at Uncle Sam's Retail Outlet: http://www.unclesamsretailoutlet.com...age-p/3883.htm

That's precisely the deal I was looking for. I just ordered 3.

[Dave]

Every single day of field problems at fort drum involved the poncho, poncho liner, and the sleeping mat. Worst nights of sleep ever, but I stayed alive.

Sleeping mat down, sleeping bag over it, wrap up in the woobie and cover with the poncho to keep the snow and ice off ya. Been there, done that.

[RonMexico]

Woobie is an Army term I still don't understand but Marines also have jargon that doesn't make sense.
I own many and like others have stated, its probably a top 5 field item

[Inconel710]

Yeah, they're handy. Would never pay $40 for one. +1 for Uncle Sam's Retail Outlet - I've spent way too much money there and they have great service! I have one rigged up as an underquilt for my hammock system. Instructions at hammockforums if you ever want to try it.

[Wulf202]

The nick name is derived from a child's favorite blanket.

Runners up were "Linus" "binkie" and "waaa"

I have several

[KevDen2005]

To add on to Wulf202. It was derived from the child's favorite blanket and like children do, you bring it everywhere...I mean everywhere. Always in your carry on luggage, on the bus, in your back, and so on.

7 Years in the Army from active duty to reserves and never once tied this into a poncho.

I also have several. One in every vehicle. One in every pack. $40 is a bit expensive. Go the surplus store. Sometimes their used stuff is in great condition. Or check out a reputable online store that sells used stuff too and will tell you what condition the liners are in.

[BushMasterBoy]

When we were kids we used take an old military wool blanket, slit it in the middle and wear it as a poncho.

[Wulf202]

The first few runs of woobies had head holes cut in them. Everyone complained and most sewed them shut. you can still find a proper poncho liner once in a while. I also use mine a lot and never with a poncho.

[killarney]

Hill People Gear Mountain Serape. way more versatile than a poncho liner.
They're a Colorado business as well.