Just saw that sitar is gonna release a turkey vest? Anybody else heard about this?
Haven't seen it in person, but saw a post from David Halloran's facebook page that he partnered with them in creating it and/or releasing it. Would love to get hands on it.
Anxious to see it. I think that there clothes are worth the money.
Quote from: Trl91 on February 16, 2022, 09:36:26 PM
Haven't seen it in person, but saw a post from David Halloran's facebook page that he partnered with them in creating it and/or releasing it. Would love to get hands on it.
that's where I saw it to
Yes i heard through the grapevine few weeks ago... i believe they're coming out with a whole line of turkey gear. Be on the lookout for a vest alternative as well. Should be some good stuff, glad to see they enlisted some good help designing it!
Sitka and turkey vest, I bet that thing will have a $800 price tag.
Well I would think it would be released at the NWTF convention this week? Watching some videos their subalpine pattern blends really well in the turkey woods!
Maybe a chest harness bino pack set up to?
I am interested!
Quote from: hunter85 on February 16, 2022, 10:09:26 PM
Sitka and turkey vest, I bet that thing will have a $800 price tag.
That was my first thought was good lord what will that cost
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I do use there clothes for deer hunting. That goretex technology is hard to beat.
Hopefully it's legit.
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Quote from: hunter85 on February 16, 2022, 10:09:26 PM
Sitka and turkey vest, I bet that thing will have a $800 price tag.
I'm guessing $299-350, but who knows. Overpriced regardless I'll stick to the tat'r 2
I saw a snap shot of it on another forum but it was small and you couldn't tell muc. Come on this is a turkey forum who is at the show?
Post a video or something.
Quote from: Dtrkyman on February 17, 2022, 02:11:55 PM
I saw a snap shot of it on another forum but it was small and you couldn't tell muc. Come on this is a turkey forum who is at the show?
Post a video or something.
I agree, we need more info. Was set in the new Ol Tom vest but this may swing it for me.
Quote from: Dtrkyman on February 17, 2022, 02:11:55 PM
I saw a snap shot of it on another forum but it was small and you couldn't tell muc. Come on this is a turkey forum who is at the show?
Post a video or something.
Have a link to it?
https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10221285585070644&id=1277843353&set=p.10221285585070644&source=47&refid=18&__tn__=R-R
Anxious to see if it will hold 4 pots, I would think so if Halloran helped design it.
Quote from: TauntoHawk on February 16, 2022, 11:50:09 PM
Quote from: hunter85 on February 16, 2022, 10:09:26 PM
Sitka and turkey vest, I bet that thing will have a $800 price tag.
That was my first thought was good lord what will that cost
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Mine as well, lol.
Quote from: Dtrkyman on February 17, 2022, 02:43:01 PM
https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10221285585070644&id=1277843353&set=p.10221285585070644&source=47&refid=18&__tn__=R-R
Interesting... hopefully we can see some detailed photos soon.
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Someone at the convention pls take better photos for us. ;)
(https://i.ibb.co/Dp2q4VB/vest.jpg) (https://ibb.co/M60Xn2z)
Hopefully it's legit... Buy once cry once
This doesn't have anything to do with the new Sitka turkey vest but this is the Sitka ascent vest I bought a few years ago and it is for a minimalist, very light and cool, you can carry a box call, 2 pot calls and strikers, a couple diaphragm calls, cell phone, a few shells and maybe have a small pocket left over. It fits high on your chest so you can reach into the pockets of your coat if you're wearing one. They've been discontinued but you can still find them if you're interested. Ok, I'll let you guys get back to searching for your new turkey vest.
:popcorn:
https://www.eurooptic.com/Sitka-30048-SA-OSFA.aspx
So far, it looks like a typical failed attempt at a turkey vest by a company that should probably stick to big game. I like their clothing, but that's not doing much for me. Their packs fall in the same category, stick to what you know.... clothing.
Saw it. $250.00. Not interested in the slightest.
Quote from: Spitten and drummen on February 18, 2022, 10:23:51 AM
Saw it. $250.00. Not interested in the slightest.
What is not to like? I am not looking for a vest but good to see options. Was hoping they came out with a modular chest pack type rig and some turkey specific clothing.
I like to see what it actually looks like and it's features, I think that run and gun is pretty decent vest with a few flaws.
Even if I loved it I'd wait for a sale. Even if it's quality gear there's still a price increase for brand recognition. Almost all my sitka, first lite, kuiu, ect ive found sales or promos
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Hmm, well you can't see much there. For starters, I'll say all that padding is just bizarre and unnecessary if you have a proper fit to begin with. I have less on my western pack I carry 100 lbs. in.
Found 3 new pics online. Not sure how to post them on here its the wrong format, but I'll definitely be passing on it. If anyone knows how to post a jpeg let me know I'll post them or send them to you.
There's a couple pics on this thread. Can't really tell what we're even looking at lol.
https://www.OldGobbler.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?t=23678
still not great pics and tough to tell all that's going on but it's fun to speculate
Adjustable size.
I love that there is really no fabric along the side of the body, just front and back panels.
Heavy padding (too much).
Looks like an upright box call pocket.
Strikers aren't going to stay put where they are.
Lanyard on the shoulder strap for a locator call (i'd never use that).
No sternum strap...kinda need that.
Butt pad looks decent and easy to tote and deploy.
Pouch looks convertible with the compression straps.
all in all it looks like they filled a niche between a traditional vest and a minimal vest. it's enough for me to want to see and try on in person.
Super elite is still the best line ever made in my opinion
Quote from: Dtrkyman on February 18, 2022, 10:37:09 AM
Quote from: Spitten and drummen on February 18, 2022, 10:23:51 AM
Saw it. $250.00. Not interested in the slightest.
What is not to like? I am not looking for a vest but good to see options. Was hoping they came out with a modular chest pack type rig and some turkey specific clothing.
Too many options that are as good or better that cost considerably less. Camo is a personal choice and for spring turkey hunting I just dont like it.
Quote from: 3chunter on February 18, 2022, 02:59:26 PM
Super elite is still the best line ever made in my opinion
agreed....its all i have ever owned. an original super elite, then a super elite 3. bought the alps super elite 4.0 when it come out 4 years. was glad they released it because my shoulders were bleached out on my super elite 3.
First off I like Sitka so nobody will bash me like I am against it. I saw the whole outfit at the convention! The Rogers booth had it on display. I was very disappointed to me the color sucks, no knee pads, and the vest to me looks like a run n gun 300 to me maybe less room. I asked the Sitka rep what the retail price would be but he would not say, he said supposed to be on the market March 7th.
What outfit? I thought it was just a vest.
They going to have a complete outfit. Vest, hat, face mask, shirt, gloves, and pants.
Heck , if you can afford a Sitka vest ? May as well get the whole outfit .
Wouldn't want to go out with non matching Camo now would u
If that vest is $250, shoot, that's just 5 boxes of shells for some guys nowadays.... may as well get the outfit.
Or...OR you could just buy a disposable mossy oak vest every 2 years and end up in the hole....
https://www.eurooptic.com/Sitka-30048-SA-OSFA.aspx?gclid=CjwKCAiAx8KQBhAGEiwAD3EiP5vT742FKFMAF9Zhm9RYw_To_nUqe0xbOo2iOxMlULt2NAcjAJL2fRoCPjEQAvD_BwE
Reminds me of their other vest
I'm sure its nice, but for $250 they are going after a certain crowd with this one. Hint: The same crowd that will buy the matching outfit.
Quote from: Dazzler on February 19, 2022, 11:42:03 PM
https://www.eurooptic.com/Sitka-30048-SA-OSFA.aspx?gclid=CjwKCAiAx8KQBhAGEiwAD3EiP5vT742FKFMAF9Zhm9RYw_To_nUqe0xbOo2iOxMlULt2NAcjAJL2fRoCPjEQAvD_BwE
Reminds me of their other vest
I'm sure its nice, but for $250 they are going after a certain crowd with this one. Hint: The same crowd that will buy the matching outfit.
That's their ascent vest, not the new turkey vest.
I put another review on the convention thread also.
My take; it is a remake of the KnH. I didn't sit on the seat but think I liked it, if it's not to stiff. Layout was ok. That previous picture is of David Hallorans personal vest. It is the one I tried on and he still had his calls in it along with binos and a range finder I belive . Overall I rated it pretty good on layout if you like the RnG style. I don't like that it doesn't have a chest strap and I hate their camo so it's out for me. If it comes out in bottom land or green leaf I will revisit the discussion.
I like my RNG 200, so this would have to be a major upgrade to justify the price, their subalpine may not look awesome but it sure works well.
I am more interested in their clothing actually.
"I'm sure its nice, but for $250 they are going after a certain crowd with this one. Hint: The same crowd that will buy the matching outfit."
This is funny and so true!
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No different than all the guys wearing head to toe bottomland, a pattern you probably couldn't give away 10 years ago.
Lucky for me all my ancient mossy oak is back in style, haha, mostly shadow branch so at least I don't match everyone else.
I seen one at David halloran booth it was nice. The best is very minimalistic and had a folding seat like the tactical tatr 2 had.
Some more photos emerging.
(https://i.ibb.co/4YyGzMg/vest1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fnR5ftG)
(https://i.ibb.co/km6NcFH/vest2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Drg0KnV)
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Gonna wait for videos to come out but it's looking more like the grounded vest or ol tom gun slinger for me.
If it were bottomland guys would be drooling. Haha.
Quote from: Dtrkyman on March 01, 2022, 08:52:18 PM
If it were bottomland guys would be drooling. Haha.
Sitka and bottomland shouldn't be mentioned in the same sentence... just don't go together :z-dizzy: :
Quote from: Howie g on March 01, 2022, 09:48:27 PM
Quote from: Dtrkyman on March 01, 2022, 08:52:18 PM
If it were bottomland guys would be drooling. Haha.
Sitka and bottomland shouldn't be mentioned in the same sentence... just don't go together :z-dizzy: :
Fact.
Would ruin the Sitka!
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IDK, I always thought the subalpine pattern would be an excellent spring turkey pattern. Not going to run out and buy a head to toe matching outfit in it, but I bet it would be effective.
Vests are live on the website. It is VERY similar to the run and gun 200 with better thought out pockets. I'm not a sitka fan boy, but this looks like a really nice run and gun option.
There's a video on YouTube. It looks very well made I'm just not 100% sold on it.
Quote from: budtripp on March 06, 2022, 10:52:30 PM
IDK, I always thought the subalpine pattern would be an excellent spring turkey pattern. Not going to run out and buy a head to toe matching outfit in it, but I bet it would be effective.
I really like the Sitka subalpine camo, it's worked well for me in spring but I also use it in the fall.
Quote from: aaron on March 07, 2022, 10:03:50 AM
Vests are live on the website. It is VERY similar to the run and gun 200 with better thought out pockets. I'm not a sitka fan boy, but this looks like a really nice run and gun option.
Yah it's up and it already has ten five star reviews :TooFunny:
It does look like a nice vest.
Quote from: lacire on March 07, 2022, 11:38:17 AM
Quote from: aaron on March 07, 2022, 10:03:50 AM
Vests are live on the website. It is VERY similar to the run and gun 200 with better thought out pockets. I'm not a sitka fan boy, but this looks like a really nice run and gun option.
Yah it's up and it already has ten five star reviews :TooFunny:
It does look like a nice vest.
Those reviews are from their "pro staff" or people who received the vest for free to test. Reviews were live as soon as the vest was. I have nothing against Sitka and use their products I just thought it was funny.
Quote from: roosterstraw on March 07, 2022, 12:19:45 PM
Quote from: lacire on March 07, 2022, 11:38:17 AM
Quote from: aaron on March 07, 2022, 10:03:50 AM
Vests are live on the website. It is VERY similar to the run and gun 200 with better thought out pockets. I'm not a sitka fan boy, but this looks like a really nice run and gun option.
Yah it's up and it already has ten five star reviews :TooFunny:
It does look like a nice vest.
Those reviews are from their "pro staff" or people who received the vest for free to test. Reviews were live as soon as the vest was. I have nothing against Sitka and use their products I just thought it was funny.
Well that makes more sense to me and don't get me wrong I like Sitka, but what struck me funny is when I read all 10 reviews it seemed like they reviewed them from there living rooms after they read the same brochure.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eO8KwFkHpcw
The best is cool...but not $250 cool.
The clothing, that price is just absurd. Nothing great about it either.
I'm a sitka fan boy but this feels like a failure right off the bat.
Watched the video and just some observations I had.
Seems like a nice vest and some things I really like about it. There's just a few things I'm scratching my head on that seem pretty odd to me from a design point of view. For example I'm curious why you would put your mouth calls in a closed "waterproof" pocket with your pot calls that typically are highly affected by moisture and even humidity? Maybe it didn't show it well in the video, but it appears the idea is to put mouth calls in there that will come in contact with the surface of one of your pot calls therefore making the surface wet. At the vary least it's a wet call coming out of your mouth and you're putting it in a dry environment meant to protect your calls or at least keep them dry in order to keep them performing they way they're supposed to. Seems odd!
Also, I'm not taking that bloody mess of a gobbler head and attaching it to that strap on my chest. It must be meant to slide the gobbler head first in the game bag and then the feet go over your shoulder into the strap securing the turkey that way. Other than than a few other preference things I would definitely like to take a closer look at it.
i wish i moved in slow motion to the sound of generic slide blues guitar when i put my hunting stuff on
only to pull a $5 dollar production call out of my 300 dollar vest lol
that is the best box call pocket i've ever seen on a vest
I watched a bit better video by 1shotgear, its well laid out but you still pay a big price mark up for the name when compared to other functional vests options. Alot of guys are saying it's a better build RG200/300 but I paid like $70 for my RG300
Like any of the high end gear I'll watch sales when it pops up on camofire 35% off in a year or two it'll be alot more intriguing
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I wouldn't wear that vest if it was given to me for free. They should stick to the big game stuff, clearly made by a western company that knows zero about turkey hunting.
Seat looks too thin for long sits?
Quote from: FL-Boss on March 10, 2022, 12:20:17 PM
I wouldn't wear that vest if it was given to me for free. They should stick to the big game stuff, clearly made by a western company that knows zero about turkey hunting.
X2 ... you can tell it's a tight fitting harness , with hand pockets for the most part .. and does it really cost 249 dollars ?
Quote from: FL-Boss on March 10, 2022, 12:20:17 PM
I wouldn't wear that vest if it was given to me for free. They should stick to the big game stuff, clearly made by a western company that knows zero about turkey hunting.
I received mine today. It has the best pocket layout of any vest I've ever had. And I've had them all. Limbhanger vest, RNG 200, alps, numerous mossy oak super elites. This puts any of them to shame with how well thought out the pockets are. Simple, efficient and secure. And save the Sitka fanboy comments, this is the first Sitka item I've ever bought.
I just bought a RNG 200 and there are a couple things on the Sitka vest I see that I prefer. For one, the pots are enclosed inside a pocket. Also, I don't like how the pot calls and box call pockets are all on the same side of the RNG 200, it shifts all the weight to that one side. I also like the idea of the enclosed vertical box pocket versus the one on the RNG 200. The questions is whether these upgrades justify the $160 price diff...
I got a close out RNG 200 for $38 a few years ago, sticking with it for now.
The Sitka looks like a better version of it!
Haven't lost a pot yet but that holder worries me!
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Quote from: aaron on March 10, 2022, 06:45:28 PM
Quote from: FL-Boss on March 10, 2022, 12:20:17 PM
I received mine today. It has the best pocket layout of any vest I've ever had. And I've had them all. Limbhanger vest, RNG 200, alps, numerous mossy oak super elites. This puts any of them to shame with how well thought out the pockets are. Simple, efficient and secure. And save the Sitka fanboy comments, this is the first Sitka item I've ever bought.
Can you give some insight about the seat? It looks stadium seat thin.
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Been looking for something that has a better box call pocket and pot protection that my rng300 sorely lacks. Plus be lightweight and fully adjustable to a smaller frame. Sitka nailed it. I was fully prepared for a return, but the fit feels phenomenal, well balanced, and imo it's the best RNG style vest to date. It was made to cover miles in varying terrain and keep the essentials on you silent, protected and at quick reach. This is my first Sitka item but saw they have lifetime warranty and repair which is a plus considering the price. Got Timber and its easy on the eyes.
Some pics of what it can hold:
- Box pocket *silently* holds standard or fiddle styles, including long boxes with the flap open. No more lid sleeve wiping chalk off. No more hair ties and rubber bands.
- Pot pocket holds up to two 3.5" pots plus a Marlin coaxer. The mouth call sleeves are better used for conditioning pads imo.
- Striker pocket theres a Fowler, JLH and 2 Lymans.
- A Gosey crow call is in the zippered side sleeve or you could fit several more strikers or even a trumpet.
- The misc pocket fits a Cableas 8x25 or a Garmin 64 perfectly. Could hold a pushpin, locators, scratchers or shells.
- inner mesh pockets fit gloves, masks, tp, snack, chalk, tags, phone
Things I don't like:
- No bottle pocket, forced to run a bladder. Or at least they could add another misc pocket on the other side.
- Lame mouth call sleeves, find alternative carry
- No shell loops however the misc pocket could hold a few.
I'll reserve comments on the seat after honest use. Its dense foam, about 1.5" thick. Not meant for long sits in lush comfort. Removable, washable cover. Tucks in tight, doesnt flap or fall while on the move.
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Quote from: Dazzler on March 11, 2022, 04:11:31 PM
Quote from: aaron on March 10, 2022, 06:45:28 PM
Quote from: FL-Boss on March 10, 2022, 12:20:17 PM
I received mine today. It has the best pocket layout of any vest I've ever had. And I've had them all. Limbhanger vest, RNG 200, alps, numerous mossy oak super elites. This puts any of them to shame with how well thought out the pockets are. Simple, efficient and secure. And save the Sitka fanboy comments, this is the first Sitka item I've ever bought.
Can you give some insight about the seat? It looks stadium seat thin.
It is certainly thin. I will withhold true judgement until I'm twisted up waiting on a gobbler to close the last ten yards for a couple hours lol.
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No zippers on the call pockets?
Magnets
That box call pocket looks like it'll be right in the way for a gun stock, if you're right handed.
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The pocket was designed for a short box but I wanted to show it could hold a long too. Hope these photos are a better angle. No issues for me standing and raising to shoulder or from lap to shoulder while sitting.
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You took some good pictures, thanks.
The bino pouch is nice
I have some Sitka gear which is nice, but not sure of the Sitka turkey vest for my likings?
I actually like the way the Grounded vest is laid out better, which also has a better price. Only downfall, the Grounded vest runs about 2 lbs. heavier than the Sitka.
I'll have to weigh my current vest and if it's close to the Grounded I'll probably opt for it. If there's a big difference, guess I'll continue to use my current vest.
https://groundedbrand.com/products/impact-vest?variant=37612529844392
I decided to sell the RNG 200 I just bought to pick up the Sitka vest instead. Initial impressions are that it's not as minimalist as the RNG and heavier, but it actually feels lighter when wearing it packed with the same gear because it distributes the weight better.
I'm actually going to try using this vest for deer season also. I've been through several different packs for deer hunting but yet to find one that I'm happy with. But I'm thinking this vest may work out really well. Using it for both also helps me justify it after what I spent on it haha
I just now realized on my Equinox vest that the two buckles in the front are actually designed to be able to slide up and down. Although you can't get it quite to chest level where there's usually another buckle for packs, it did make the vest fit more comfortably once I moved that one up to the top and spaced them out. I just thought I would share because I believe I remember reading in this thread that some folks were disappointed by the lack of an additional chest strap.
I cant imagine this vest is that much better then the $100 RNG 200 vest to justify paying 2.5x the price. I'll never find out!
Quote from: tbowers on March 30, 2022, 04:59:02 PM
I cant imagine this vest is that much better then the $100 RNG 200 vest to justify paying 2.5x the price. I'll never find out!
The quality comparison between the 2 is quite frankly not a comparison. If it's worth the extra bank is a personal choice. The quality of the Sitka construction is the best I've seen in a turkey vest.
Quote from: hunter85 on February 16, 2022, 10:09:26 PM
Sitka and turkey vest, I bet that thing will have a $800 price tag.
Maybe on sale.... ::)
Granted, Sitka has some gear worth paying for (rain gear topping that list for me). But they also seem to ride their brand name with inflated prices for gear that is no better than far less expensive gear.
Quote from: Jester87 on March 12, 2022, 03:32:16 AM
Been looking for something that has a better box call pocket and pot protection that my rng300 sorely lacks. Plus be lightweight and fully adjustable to a smaller frame. Sitka nailed it. I was fully prepared for a return, but the fit feels phenomenal, well balanced, and imo it's the best RNG style vest to date. It was made to cover miles in varying terrain and keep the essentials on you silent, protected and at quick reach. This is my first Sitka item but saw they have lifetime warranty and repair which is a plus considering the price. Got Timber and its easy on the eyes.
Some pics of what it can hold:
- Box pocket *silently* holds standard or fiddle styles, including long boxes with the flap open. No more lid sleeve wiping chalk off. No more hair ties and rubber bands.
- Pot pocket holds up to two 3.5" pots plus a Marlin coaxer. The mouth call sleeves are better used for conditioning pads imo.
- Striker pocket theres a Fowler, JLH and 2 Lymans.
- A Gosey crow call is in the zippered side sleeve or you could fit several more strikers or even a trumpet.
- The misc pocket fits a Cableas 8x25 or a Garmin 64 perfectly. Could hold a pushpin, locators, scratchers or shells.
- inner mesh pockets fit gloves, masks, tp, snack, chalk, tags, phone
Things I don't like:
- No bottle pocket, forced to run a bladder. Or at least add another misc pocket on the other side.
- Lame mouth call sleeves, find alternative carry
- No shell loops however the misc pocket could hold a few.
I'll reserve comments on the seat after honest use. Its dense foam, about 1.5" thick. Not meant for long sits in lush comfort. Removable, washable cover. Tucks in tight, doesnt flap or fall while on the move.
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This is very helpful to anyone who is really interested in this vest. Great job Jester87!
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Quote from: TalknTurkey on March 21, 2022, 03:38:34 PM
I'm actually going to try using this vest for deer season also. I've been through several different packs for deer hunting but yet to find one that I'm happy with. But I'm thinking this vest may work out really well. Using it for both also helps me justify it after what I spent on it haha
This is sort of what I am thinking as well. I'm debating between this Equinox and the Grounded vest and using it for both turkey and archery deer season. If I can use it for both, I really don't mind the high Sitka price tag. Two hangups for me are the lack of water bottle pockets on the Sitka, and the Grounded has a known issue with the front straps. I have also heard the Grounded is much warmer than the Sitka which plays into my decision being it can get quite warm during turkey and fall archery.
One thing with massively marked up items, they always end up on sale at some point.
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I looked at the Sitka , it is high quality for sure . I got the old Tom gunslinger before I saw the Sitka .
The gunslinger is light , pockets are in good positions. Fits a little big on me 6'1 215 . And for sure not made as good as the Sitka . I'm very ruff on stuff . Time will tell if the gunslinger will hold up .
For those that have this vest... What's your opinion on the seat?
Besides the lack of water bottle holder, Do you like it?
I used it for the entire spring season and absolutely loved the seat. Comfortable, easy to use and never have to worry about losing it.
There are more comfortable seats if you're planning to sit for hours at a time. But using for rng style on shorter sits and stands its perfect. Will run it again next spring. Got used to using a hose and bladder. Actually drank more water and stayed better hydrated than when I had to fuss with a bottle.
Quote from: Jester87 on November 29, 2022, 09:35:54 PM
There are more comfortable seats if you're planning to sit for hours at a time. But using for rng style on shorter sits and stands its perfect. Will run it again next spring. Got used to using a hose and bladder. Actually drank more water and stayed better hydrated than when I had to fuss with a bottle.
I also used the hose and bladder and completely agree with you. I actually changed to a bladder and hose for deer season this year after using it during turkey.
I have mine coming tomorrow. I like the layout and quality. For RNG, it looks great. The box call pocket looks real long and padded, I will use it for push-pins. Can't wait to give it a go. Got it for a real good price new, so I pulled the trigger....I like the timber Camo, will blend nice in Northeast big woods.
Mine will be here tomorrow too. I went with Subalpine. That pattern in Virginia makes me disappear against the fields and foothills. I've been running the Alps Grand Slam without the kickstand. Good vest but overkill for how I hunt. The seat and water bottle holder isn't a deal breaker and what sold me was watching this video, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQSfOnlg-_4
He removed the mesh on the outside pack pocket and this allows you to hold a decoy or turkey using the straps as compression straps.
We can give a review this spring after field testing.... :turkey2:
Got my Sitka vest in Timber pattern. It is very well made, every facet was well thought out. Very comfortable and has a solid adjustable fit. The reason I chose this vest is the pocket layout. Has a very good pot call pocket for 2 pots and mouth diaphragms. The best feature for me is a long well padded box call pocket. Since I use pushpins, it is long enough to fit Shannon's calls, and protects them real well. The seat looks thin, but reading about it and sitting on it, it does not compress flat and is very comfortable so far. Will give a report after field trials this spring. Initial thoughts, I like the quality, layout, and seat. Be safe...
Quote from: RiverBuck on November 30, 2022, 08:11:06 PM
The seat and water bottle holder isn't a deal breaker and what sold me was watching this video, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQSfOnlg-_4
He removed the mesh on the outside pack pocket and this allows you to hold a decoy or turkey using the straps as compression straps.
Cut the mesh, I like this idea, great mod!
I know this is an older thread. But I think I`m gonna pull the trigger on this one. Pricey but I can live with that if it does the job.
Quote from: Old Timer on February 22, 2023, 10:41:49 AM
I know this is an older thread. But I think I`m gonna pull the trigger on this one. Pricey but I can live with that if it does the job.
Depends on what you carry and what your standards are for a vest. I sent mine back. The box call pocket let the call squeak on 3 or 4 different boxes I put in it. The magnets on the pot call pocket were pretty weak and only left the bungee string as basically the only means to hold it shut. The small side pocket is only big enough for a pair of gloves. If it was a 60$ vest, I wouldn't complain, but at 260$, it left a lot to be desired.
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Quote from: Old Timer on February 22, 2023, 10:41:49 AM
I know this is an older thread. But I think I`m gonna pull the trigger on this one. Pricey but I can live with that if it does the job.
Depends on what you carry and what your standards are for a vest. I sent mine back. The box call pocket let the call squeak on 3 or 4 different boxes I put in it. The magnets on the pot call pocket were pretty weak and only left the bungee string as basically the only means to hold it shut. The small side pocket is only big enough for a pair of gloves. If it was a 60$ vest, I wouldn't complain, but at 260$, it left a lot to be desired.
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I know it has some drawbacks but I`ll give it the once over and check it out. No like it goes back!
Quote from: Old Timer on February 22, 2023, 10:41:49 AM
I know this is an older thread. But I think I`m gonna pull the trigger on this one. Pricey but I can live with that if it does the job.
Look on eBay for deals
There's a few there now
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How about using a binocular harness with the Sitka vest? Mine fit tight in the inside pockets.
It's fine at $199 or below, just look for sales...
Received vest today. Well made and the straps will slide up and down to my liking. It is comfortable fit, shoulder fit is perfect. A lot of adjustment. Minimalist for sure. Where I feel it lacks is the seat. Everything else is doable. I run and gun then sit for as long as it takes for the bird to come in and I do not know if I can do it with this seat. Jury is out. We shall see.
Quote from: Old Timer on February 28, 2023, 05:45:28 PM
Received vest today. Well made and the straps will slide up and down to my liking. It is comfortable fit, shoulder fit is perfect. A lot of adjustment. Minimalist for sure. Where I feel it lacks is the seat. Everything else is doable. I run and gun then sit for as long as it takes for the bird to come in and I do not know if I can do it with this seat. Jury is out. We shall see.
Best of luck with it!
I would be curious from those that purchased... It appears to be a "run & gun" vest with no means of securring a harvested bird?
When I am "running & gunning," I am often in steep terrain and going fairly long distnaces... Crucial to my (particular) needs is a comfortable way to secure and carry the bird out of a canyon/gorge and walking back a long ways.
Also curious as to how comfortable it is to lean against a tree with that water bladder in the back? (Personally, I like a plastic water bottle, and compress it as I use water. I have never been able to clean those bladders to my satisfaction (as it tastes "funny").
I have one and used it all last season. It has a "noose" strap on the left shoulder that is removable for toting a bird out. I found no issues with the water bladder and the back of a tree. If anything it might add some extra cushioning as opposed to a hard water bottle jutting into my back.
Quote from: Old Timer on February 28, 2023, 05:45:28 PM
Received vest today. Well made and the straps will slide up and down to my liking. It is comfortable fit, shoulder fit is perfect. A lot of adjustment. Minimalist for sure. Where I feel it lacks is the seat. Everything else is doable. I run and gun then sit for as long as it takes for the bird to come in and I do not know if I can do it with this seat. Jury is out. We shall see.
Always thought the ideal seat would be the standard foam bottom and a self inflating air cushion on top. A thin air cushion can take up a lot of pressure of sitting weird and the foam on the bottom should protect it from punctures.
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Well I used mine for the first time yesterday. It has just enough room for what you need. It's comfortable, and having the hydration bag is nice. The call pockets work great. I am 5-10 210 and I would say average width shoulders. The vest shoulder straps at times felt loose, I found my self constantly tightening it. The vest completely is adjustable. The top chest strap that connects each side of the vest, that buckle kept coming apart while sitting and walking. That was annoying and I contacted Sitka about it via the website yesterday . We will see how they decide to fix it. The bottom buckle makes a distinct snap that is locked, the top does not. Anything you put in the back storage area is not easily accessible. The vest it self is comfortable and the seat is comfortable as well. Like anything Sitka it's really nice. As for price, well mossy oak said "hold my beer". ????
bigdrum: I will be giving mine a test drive soon. Thanks for the review
Made a modification to mine today. I don't like the idea of having my mouth calls in the same pocket as my pot calls, so I added a Phelps squeeze call pouch to the shoulder strap. It works great so far!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230403/9488fd4ad6ea14db9fc4b8d314615929.jpg)
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Well I got ahold of Sitka and they informed me the chest buckles slide up and down(the sides attached to the vest). They slide so you can have the chest straps where they feel comfortable to you. If they and not level-straight across from each other, that can cause the buckles to come apart. It's a common issue. Low and behold my straps were not level and straight across from each other. I fixed it and will give it another try! The vest is smarter than me!
Quote from: mudhen on February 23, 2023, 12:06:27 AM
It's fine at $199 or below, just look for sales...
i got one for 197 ebay
should be here later this week, look forward to this season testing it out for RNG
Kudos to Sitka !!!! They even called me back to make sure I had my vest working like I wanted it. That's pretty stand up in my book!!!
I just picked up one second handed and wore it today on a hot,humid morning in Alabama. It is very comfortable and light. I think I'm going to like it quite a bit.
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Well, after using my vest this season I will have to say that I absolutely love it! I did cut out the mesh sides so I could carry the turkey on the pack. It works like a charm!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230428/d5cfd196206e29f63aa79543b492d0c0.jpg)
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I recently read that Sitka offers a Mil/LE discount. Can anyone confirm?
I don't know about the discount but I will definitely be finding out. I sure hope you are correct.
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I've tried one this season and I can't say that I'm sold on it. I crawled approximately 40-50 yards while wearing it and one of my chest buckle came off somewhere during the crawl. I contacted Sitka the following Monday and here I am two weeks in with one strap keeping it closed. The pocket to the left of the box call pouch, I have found basically useless.
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Quote from: Dazzler on April 28, 2023, 07:22:47 AM
I recently read that Sitka offers a Mil/LE discount. Can anyone confirm?
Confirming. This is through a subscription to Leo adventures
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I've tried one this season and I can't say that I'm sold on it. I crawled approximately 40-50 yards while wearing it and one of my chest buckle came off somewhere during the crawl. I contacted Sitka the following Monday and here I am two weeks in with one strap keeping it closed. The pocket to the left of the box call pouch, I have found basically useless.
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I carry 4 pot call strikers in that pocket to the left of the box call pouch.
If you're talking about that half pocket on the other side of the box call, I use that for my crow call, cheater glasses, and or rubber cover for my FF3.
I got blood on the back of my vest. It dried and I took a hose to it... it sprayed off w no stain. I probably have 20 hunts wearing mine. My water system has turned into a 20 oz plastic flask I bought off amazon. The flask can fit in the left inside pocket or of course, back of the vest.