Who uses Sitka clothing for Deer hunting?
If so what works best?
I am looking for a bib or pants along with a jacket that will Work best all around I don't like to get cold. Some folks say stratus others say fanatic. What say you? Is it worth the money?
I want to stay warm without having to wear 4 layers. I am talking 15 degrees to 30 degrees hunting northeast early November.
Thanks in advance.
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I have the Fanatic Hat, Bibs and Jacket. You will not get cold wearing it. You will sweat if you have to walk any distance in it. I wear it mostly for late season muzzleloader hunting in Iowa when it's really cold. The Windstopper/Fleece combo is key IMO and the hand muff and cross zipper is awesome when bowhunting. I also have a Jetstream Jacket which I wear almost daily around town and wore it moose hunting in Maine this past season, to turkey hunting in South Dakota. A very versatile piece as well.
I agree with the Fanatic Jacket and Bibs, But at 10 to 15 degrees you will need a good insulated under layer,,,dw
No doubt layering is key to comfort. Base layer to Shell.
Fanatic suit and some merino wool under it for 20 or less. Best investment I ever made for hunting gear. It's comfortable to 40 as long as your not moving much.
There will be several people say it's unnecessary, but those are the people who have never worn it.
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I haven't used them for deer hunting yet but I bought the Mountain Pants back in March and have worn them nearly daily since the beginning of April. It is one of the best purchases I've made for my hunting life. The fit is like no other pant I own and all the zippered and snap pockets hold more than one should carry. I've worn them comfortably in 20 degrees with long johns and 75 degrees. Will be picking up a windproof jacket for the fall hunt.
I meant to tell you guys Im a bow hunter. Want to be able to move good in them. Keep it coming.
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Sitka Fanatic is designed for treestand bowhunting. Articulated sleeves, cross zip, muff, etc.
I had the fanatic bibs and the status jacket and pant. For what you're describing the fanatic set is awesome. A good merino base layer and maybe a thin fleece midlauer for when it's really cold and you won't get cold in it. Of course, the layers you wear under depend on how cold tolerant you are, some people get cold easier than others etc. I actually sold my fanatic bibs because they were overkill for 95 percent of the deer hunting I do. I wished I still had them last January for muzzleloader season though. Should have kept them.
The Fanatic set was design for bowhunters.
Awesome guys, do you recommend Sitka base layer or just any base layers? I have some really good stuff from legendary whitetails that has really kept me warm and done an awesome job, it's just when it's cold 15-25 degrees I am dressed in so many layers and can't hardly move I feel like the Michelin man.
I wanted to be able to kinda thin down and possibly wear like a good fleece base layer and a good putter layer.
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If it's just for cold weather, save some money and wear any quality base layer.
Sent you a PM.
I prefer Minus 33 merino wool. Sitka base is good, but Minus 33 has the base layers down pat.
MidwayUSA has started making their own line of merino wool and they have it on sale a lot of the fall and winter.
I don't own any Sitka clothes but i do own a ton of First Lite gear. Take a look at their products, I cannot believe that Sitka would be any better and First Lite normally runs a good bit cheaper.
I chose First Lite because the Sitka is more of an athletic cut and FL is more of a pudgy cut.
As far as base layers go, I love first lite merino. It's pricey but it's the best I've worn. That being said there's other good options, ice breakers and minus 33 come to mind
I've yet to understand why Sitka is as pricey as it is. Haven't seen where their quality is heads and tails above others but that's just an opinion. I'll second the First Lite gear. It's good stuff at a cheaper price. As for insulating layers, Black Ovis merino bases are nice. And I've got some heavier icebreaker stuff as well. Both are quality pieces. The minus 33 base layers are great too but I've managed to find better deals on icebreaker lately. Good luck with your purchase.
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Guys feel me in when you say base layer you mean a long sleeve shirt and pair pants under let's say your actual heavy duty hunts clothes like the Sitka fanatic?
I need to look at some these I've never heard of minus 33, etc.
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Quote from: BottomLand54 on May 13, 2018, 02:32:31 PM
Guys feel me in when you say base layer you mean a long sleeve shirt and pair pants under let's say your actual heavy duty hunts clothes like the Sitka fanatic?
I need to look at some these I've never heard of minus 33, etc.
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That's correct. Merino wool will be your best friend. Warm when it's cold. Cool when it's warm. Still insulates when wet. Doesn't develop the stink that synthetic materials do.
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+1 on Merino wool base for all reasons mentioned. You'd also be surprised how a light/medium weight silk base will perform under wool clothing. As for the outer layer, keeping the wind out while maintaining breath-ability is crucial to how the layers work together.
With today's options e.g. closeout sales on Merino clothing e.g. sweaters/pants (different weights) you can layer pretty damn cheap if you're not concerned with brand etc. Hell I turn my Merino dress sweaters into hunting gear once it is not for the office. Additionally you'd be surprised at what you can pick up in thrift stores at a fraction of the cost.
Quote from: Deputy 14 on May 13, 2018, 09:25:32 AM
I prefer Minus 33 merino wool. Sitka base is good, but Minus 33 has the base layers down pat.
X2. Minus 33.
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Keep it coming guys. I am really liking that first lite sanctuary bins and jacket with their merino base layers.
I like the Sitka fanatic as well.
I do not like either ones wild camo patterns.
Ima throw another thing in the mix what about socks and boots?
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