Long ago, trappers, trekkers, and soldiers didn’t carry sleeping bags—they relied on blanket rolls. For years, wool was the go-to material for blankets, until the advent of nylon fabrics several decades ago. During the Vietnam War, a new type of blanket emerged: the Poncho Liner—an ultra-lightweight cover that doubled as a warming layer for rain-protection ponchos.
In Australian slang, a "swagman" was a traveling workman, similar to an American cowboy or trapper, wandering the frontier on foot with all his belongings wrapped in a bedroll. With the Swagman Roll®, we honor these brave men who braved cold mornings in damp blankets. But with the Swagman Roll®, you won't have to endure that discomfort. Made from lightweight nylon and filled with Climashield® Apex™, one of the most advanced insulating materials available, the Swagman Roll® is more than a blanket—it's a versatile tool for warmth wherever you need it. Use it as a poncho liner, emergency sleeping bag, blanket, hammock liner, or even wear it as a long, warm coat.
| Material | Main: 100% Nylon, Filling: 100% Polyester, Lining: 100% Nylon |
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Features:
- Padded hood
- Ideal for BOB backpacks
- YKK® zippers
- Integral transport pocket
- Zippered front pocket
- Compatible with USGI ponchos
- Functions as an emergency jacket, sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner, blanket, hammock liner (quilt), and more
- Lightweight, non-absorbent, and easy to transport