Originally Posted By friendofdd >>>I'm from San diego.<<< Ah, then you don't know what a coat is either.
Originally Posted By gadzuux I always thought ponchos were kinda mexican, si? It's not like San Diego doesn't have any connection with Mexico. You can probably buy ponchos in Tijuana.
Originally Posted By hbquikcomjamesl >>Ah, then you don't know what a coat is either. You wouldn't say that if you were in Balboa Park (specifically, the Zoo, and the Spreckels Organ Pavilion) this past November 28th. (At Spreckels, half the program featured Dr. Williams, while the other half featured two of the top 3 "whiz kids" doing an encore for the summer's "Whiz Kids' Sunday" concert. Dr. Williams in particular was remarkably bundled up, given that she's a Brit in San Diego.)
Originally Posted By hbquikcomjamesl Re: "Parker" vs. "Parka," Anybody remember that episode of "Batman" (the Adam West/Burt Ward version from the 1960s), where Chief O'Hara made the same malapropism?
Originally Posted By DisneyGreek I just found my old blue poncho from when california adventure first opened i will ring this with me!
Originally Posted By fkurucz "Ah, then you don't know what a coat is either." Of course she does! San Diegans wear their heavy coats whenever the temperature drops below 50 degrees
Originally Posted By fkurucz ^^^The other day when I dropped off my son at school it was 15 degrees and there were kids showing up wearing T shirts. Also, out here (in Colorado), it is VERY uncool for high school kids to wear coats. It can be 0F degrees and the most they will wear is a hoodie.
Originally Posted By ctp09 We were there in the rain one night and it was not fun at all. It was more like a very heavy mist, and very cold. The ponchos we bought in Disneyland were super lightweight, very ineffective at keeping anything dry, way too big (even for my big/tall hubby), and uber-thin so they tore easily and flapped like a sheet in the wind all around our arms/legs. Also paid $11.00 (w/tax) each...we were so cold and wet we just got desperate and paid. Thanks for the tips about REI and other options--will check into that now as we are going to visit in late-January and heard it may be rainy that time of year. :0)
Originally Posted By pleiades357 Rain Poncho*, I had a great one from REI, don't know if they still have that brand, newest one was from sport chalet... nice to have one heavy enough to stay in place... the really cheap, excuse me, inexpensive... plastic ones, are not really designed for real coverage... My friends chickened out and I was going to go anyway... then the news convinced me the drive might be more than I was in the mood for (and lots of Christmas things to do at home)... young client the other day describing the rain hitting her face on CA Screaming... maybe need goggles too ;-) *Poncho actually describes the configuration of the garment... before plastics and sealants ponchos were often made of heavy wool, the natural lanolin making it more water resistant, but any garment made in a simple shape with a hole cut for the head (historically, without hoods) qualifies and they can be far more elaborate and designed for warmth (or decorative) rather than water resistance.
Originally Posted By pleiades357 Poncho tips... feel the material, it should drape well not "bell" out, fabric so inflexible it stands out flaps in the wind (problem if you are covering purse, back pack, cell phone), plus you get colder and wetter in a flapping material. More flexible fabrics usually last longer and crack less. they fold up better too (get it totally dry before folding to store). If you can try it on do so, some are made with the neck hole and hood so small it will not go on easily or cover lots of hair or a larger person, they make rain ponchos to fit over hats (great out on the range ;-) ). The length is best the longest that is comfortable for you to move in, make sure you gather it up entering or exiting attractions... This is one item worth the price if you spend time out in the rain. I've been looking for fabric to sew a custom poncho... I want one that doesn't catch on hair clips, maybe a front opening for easier application
Originally Posted By karlg I was in Tokyo last month on a Rainy Saturday (it did little to keep the crowds down). As an unscientific observation, in Tokyo, I notice lot of umbrella's compared to the U.S. parks. On this day, I brought a rain poncho (old Disneyland one) and a small collapsible umbrella. I had a fanny pack to carry them in. In Tokyo, they you take your poncho off on indoor attractions; I assume so as not to get the seats wet. Taking ponchos on and off is a hassle and it increases the chance of tearing it. What I found myself doing is using the umbrella when going between indoor attractions and then using the poncho when it was going to be a while before going inside. If I had to choose one over the other, I definitely would take a poncho (particularly for going on outdoor attractions). But a very small collapsible umbrella helped.
Originally Posted By topdisneymom We went to the park on Friday, and bought the cheap thin plastic ponchos that they sell behind the counters for about $7. They sell a fancier one for $15. We had a blast walking around Disneyland in the rain. The cheap thin poncho kept us completly dry. Very memorable trip!
Originally Posted By Sparrow Target sells ponchos in the camping section for $1.99. I got some as stocking stuffers for my dad and brother who are golfers and sometimes get caught in the rain. Don't know about the quality but Coleman makes them so they can't be too bad.
Originally Posted By LuLu The only ponchos we saw at Target on Sunday were 8.99. I think they sold out of everything else with the weather we've been having! We wore "normal" waterproof raincoats today (my daughter also had rain pants) but in this weather it wasn't enough. Being outside for about 3 hours was enough to soak thru a raincoat, and sitting on rides soaked thru DD's pants. We had even brought a shammy to wipe seats before sitting! AND the park was quite crowded - with many rides closed, lines at others were LONG. Space Mt 60 minutes, Buzz 25. At 2:30 we called to cancel our hotel room and drove home! Anyway, plastic only in this weather. And personally I would have needed the whole suit, with the plastic pants too.
Originally Posted By friendofdd Saw my cast member "daughter" after she finished work and she said the parks had a very low attendance today.
Originally Posted By LuLu ^^ I wonder if the ride lines were still long? fodd it was so nice to see you Monday, you were the bright spot in our day!
Originally Posted By friendofdd Thank you, Lulu. I really enjoyed our time together. It has been a pleasure to see your beautiful daughter grow into a young woman these last few year.
Originally Posted By Roger Rabbit I've braved the rain at the Parks the last two days. I've gone at night and the weather has cooperated for the most part. No heavy downpours but just enough to where an umbrella is needed. I've had a great time too. Taking a few trips around the Park on the train, going on Mansion, Pirates, Buzz and a few FL Classics helped pass the time. Also Animation Building is perfect when it rains. Aladdin too!! I think it's a better show when only the orchestra section is filled. And I was always against going to DL in the rain but you can actually have a great time!!
Originally Posted By friendofdd It is good to be able to enjoy it, Roger. I would like to see them ban umbrellas, though. Ducking them is a perilous effort. Shorter folks don't seem to see you and invade your space by poking. Taller folks lift them above you, spilling splashes on you. A hooded garment is much better for all.
Originally Posted By Dr Hans Reinhardt "And I was always against going to DL in the rain but you can actually have a great time!!" I don't think I've ever been to WDW when it didn't rain, but for some reason rain at DL seems unthinkable.
