Nice raincoat but not durable in the long run
594871
Its a good raincoat, it keeps me dry, but I had this one before and it only lasted a few years, then it started to rip. But as far as comfort and keeping me dry and the price,  I am pleased. But this coat doesnt last a long time. As I said, this is the second one I bought. First one ripped after only a few years and I treated it very easy and gentle. Then it crumbled apart eventually.
4264474
Cute, daughter loves it. But not really durable. The inside liner gets a little wet after we took a walk in the light rain.
3290016
It protects you from wind and water, however during the first use the rain guard zipper broke. Not suitable for cold weather
1558869
This cover fit out grill pretty well and it has velcro straps that wrap around the wheels to keep it from blowing off, which was a major problem we have had with other grill covers. It seemed very sturdy when I took it out of the pack, but there are now 2 large tears in it where the pointy edges of the grill have poked through when it got windy. I would probably buy another one because it is better than others that I have purchased, but I was hoping that it would last longer than it did. It lasted about a year before it got holes in it.
3368551
The good:
This jacket in nice but is really meant for inclement weather conditions.  It is super waterproof, I ran the sleeve of the jacket under a faucet without a drop of water getting soaked in.  It is warm as well.  I am a large and the size I ordered fit nicely (jacket was a little baggy, but I liked that).

The bad:
Not for casual use in my opinion.  When I first got it, I had to air it out because it had a strong plastic/rubber factory smell on it.  Once it was aired out, it was fine.  Also, the jacket came with a few scuffs that will not come out and it seems that when the jacket gets scuffed, it is permanent.
1543860
The jacket looks fine and I have received compliments on the style.  However, if I am caught in anything more than a drizzle the rain inevitably soaks through in just a few minutes.  Walked a quarter mile in a light rain the other day and my arms were soaked by the end.  I will likely buy something more reliable for days when the rain is more than a mist.
2389880
Coat lasted about a year before it started taking in water and moisture. I was happy with it for that first year--so I thought. It seemed very rugged and durable. The pockets came in handy. The coat was warm enough but anything under 20 degrees F required a fleece to wear under.  I thought the outer shell seemed impenetrable. I was wrong. I work in news and have to cover weather on a regular basis. It was good for about 5 major rain/snowstorms. Sad, because I loved the design and functionality. I bought it because my Marmot started to take in moisture. Thought this coat would be a step up. It was not. My search for a good waterproof all weather coat continues. Guess I might try Northface.
4930729
I bought 2 of these in different patterns and they were a bit larger than I would like so the fit wasn't as tight as it should be.  But it protected out table well, cleaning was good as long as you held the elastic tight to be able to clean it properly.  Unfortunately, it didn't last very long ... only a few months and it's starting to crack and break in areas and the flannel backing is exposed.
4975269
I've flown at least a dozen international flights since getting the orange/tungsten version of this bag. I like it very much for size--it's my smaller bag for 4-6 week trips. Unfortunately, the exterior is not durable. After  my first trip, the 'tungsten' finished parts were severely discolored, and after about five trips the back fabric had started to tear. Some how the 'tungsten' look of duct tape doesn't quite match the original finish...

One other thing--The 'expansion' zipper only goes about 60% around the bag, so you get a wedge shape expansion instead of the rectangular one you get with most expandable bags.

Update: Three years later: While the comments on the durability of the finish are still true--it stains easily--it has held up for three years and a couple hundred thousand miles of international travel. Still one of my most useful bag.

I like it, but I doubt that it'll hold up to more than additional 4-5 trips.
380295
While it is a very nice looking cover, it's also really starting to wear down since the material isn't really the most durable.

But considering the price, it's understandable.
3055710
At first, I was pleased with my purchase.  I used them for my commute to work in wet weather.  They were stylish, and my feet stayed warm and dry even when walking through deep puddles.  However, after having these boots for only 6 months (and only wearing them a handful of times), they have already begun to rip at the seam (the area that bends near your toes while walking).  And my feet no longer stay dry when wearing them.  So if you need to do lots of walking in your rain boots, these are not for you, as they wear out rather quickly.
45019
This is a great "over-night" cover.  It does not retain water and was easy to wrap up for stowage.  It only lasted about 6 months before it began to easily tear when light branches blew down on the car from 5-10 meters.  My last cover from another manufacturer lasted for 2 years before it started ripping.  In contrast, I bought a more expensive cover that retains a lot of water and is a bear to fold and stow.

There must be something that is easy to handle like this cover, but will last longer than 6 months
4930582
The weight of this cloak is nice and the color is true to what you see online. I'm 5'8 and the large was a great length for me. It just barely brushed the floor. I wore this on a pretty chilly day (low 50s) and it kept me warm! However, sometime during the day, the seam of the inside lining tore or something. It was pretty minor for me, considering that it isn't visible when I have it on. Everything else about the cloak is lovely, but I expected a little more durability.
1742840
I was very happy when I bought this item, as it looked durable and seemed like a good value.  After a year, the cover has multiple rips in it and seems to be falling apart.  This is while also being stored 5 months garage, out of the weather conditions.
3149071
nice backpack. the straps aren't so thin that they hurt but they do scratch/chafe your shoulders if you wear a tank top. not really waterproof, unfortunately. the sewing that attaches the label patch started to unravel after 6 months or so of medium use. definitely shows wear but it wears well. I only wish everyone didn't have it now so I could just use my backpack in peace
3090435
This poncho is nice, but not as durable as I would expect from Charles River. It is very large, which is great to keep you dry. It comes with a pouch to store it in, which is a plus. However, after using it 4-5 times, it began to rip around the seem where the hood attaches to the body. This stinks because water can get in.
As for the size, my husband is 5'10" and slim, and he was able to wear the ponch with a backpack on under the poncho and it kept him very dry.
The only other problem is that this material seems a little more susceptible to mildew. It must be completely dry before it is store in its pouch or it will stink!
3606872
I don't typically review items here on amazon, but after going through two of these rain covers I decided it was time. First let me start by saying that this is a fine rain cover, it does its job. However my complaint is with the durability. The cinch device that tightens the cover around the bag is a cheap plastic in my opinion.

Twice I have bought this cover because it was cheap, and twice I have broke the cinch device early on in my trip, rendering the cover useless. Now to be upfront I have not used other brands and its quite possible I'm just rough on my gear and expect it to stand up to abuse. In the future I will be switching to only using a large dry sack inside my pack and letting the exterior get wet.