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I was skeptical about a rain kilt at first, but this thing fits in my palm and weighs nothing, so I can finally stop hauling heavy rain pants. The fact that I can pull it on over my boots in seconds without taking them off is a game-changer for unexpected downpours on the trail.

Packed this in my daypack for a week of hiking and honestly forgot it was even in there until the rain hit. The quick on-and-off without removing my boots was a lifesaver during a sudden downpour on the trail.

Slipped it over my boots and hiking shorts during a sudden squall last weekend—no undressing required, which sold me instantly. It packs so small I forget it's in my pack until I need it, and at this weight there's zero excuse to carry bulky rain pants again.