ION's poncho range is built around four categories, each with its own focus. Classic cotton ponchos without sleeves, suited for changing in and out of your wetsuit after a session. Quick-dry polyester ponchos that are lighter and dry faster, ideal for travel use or multiple sessions per day. A line based on bamboo fibers with antibacterial and antifungal properties. Waterproof changing robes with sleeves and a front zip, comparable to an outdoor jacket for harsh conditions. On top of that, ION also offers more compact kids models for younger water sports enthusiasts.

A bamboo poncho is made of bamboo fibers and combines several practical properties in one model: naturally antibacterial and antifungal, quick-drying and lightweight. Practically, this means the poncho stays fresh longer between washes (even after a sweaty session or when it ends up damp in your bag) and it's easy to take along on trips. Especially interesting if you're often on the road, going on kite trips with limited washing options, or kitesurfing in a warm climate where bacterial and fungal growth happen faster. A good addition to or replacement for a classic cotton poncho.

A waterproof changing robe is fundamentally different from a classic poncho: built with sleeves, a front zip and a waterproof outer shell (often made of recycled polyester with taped seams). The inside is typically lined with soft plush fleece that keeps you warm after a cold session. Practical details like fleece hand warmer pockets and a deep hood make it more an outdoor jacket than a poncho. Ideal if you want to use it as a warm outer layer too, for example during winter sessions, early morning sessions, camping trips or in cold and wet weather. Significantly more expensive than the classic ponchos, but more versatile for those who hit the water year-round.

Yes. ION offers specific mens and womens models with a tailored fit, in both the classic cotton line and the bamboo line. For kids there are more compact variants with the same functional details as the adult ponchos (hood, wide arm openings), but in sizes that fit smaller body heights. Suited for surf and kite lessons, swim lessons or just a day at the beach.