Does anyone use a poncho as a shelter? I was wondering what you use to cover the ground with and what kind/how much cord do people mostly carry. The setup I will probably use is the half pyaramid with a trekking pole. How do small tarps, 5x8, hold up in rain? Does someone have actual experience stuck in one all night in rain? Im not really worried about bugs, i was thinking about just clipping on a net if i wanted to.

Im going for a week trip on the AT next month. Im bringing my tent with but some nights i'll use my poncho to see if I like it. I really like the idea because it would knock off 3 pounds and add a lot more room in my pack.