Started By
Message

re: Sitka gear

Posted on 9/21/16 at 6:00 pm to
Posted by Lunchbox48
Member since Feb 2009
924 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 6:00 pm to
I have Sitka duck oven jacket and I've been happy with it.

However, I wear my Kuiu shell, down jacket, pants, and pullover almost exclusively now. Camo pattern(s) are about #9 on things I care about when buying though. I hunted in a brown McAlister jacket for 15 years before upgrading.
Posted by Maytheporkbewithyou
Member since Aug 2016
12638 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 6:07 pm to
Anybody ever use the Under Armour infrared cold gear?
Posted by tigernation81
Lake Charles La
Member since May 2012
245 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 6:08 pm to
I agree with the drake being junk. I had the early season pants on and got soaked. The only thing they are good for is a damp seat in the blind. What ever happen to the cheap sale mart stuff working like it said it would? You could get a good slicker suit for $50 and actually stay dry.
Posted by bluemoons
the marsh
Member since Oct 2012
5515 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 6:14 pm to
quote:

Lunchbox48


Which Kuiu pants do you have? I need a windproof/waterproof pair of pants for winter fishing and to wear under waders. I was just reading about the Attack pants. Seems like they may fit that bill.
Posted by Arena30
Youngsville
Member since Jul 2015
768 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 6:18 pm to
Sitka makes top notch camo with patterns way better than a lot of brands. Expensive though, I also love asat and predator camo, which is what I wear.
Posted by tigernation81
Lake Charles La
Member since May 2012
245 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 6:24 pm to
At first I didn't like the look of the Camo pattern on Sitka but then I seen it in the field in comparison to max 4 and there is a huge difference. From then on the pattern has grown on me.
Posted by Stateguy
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2006
888 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 6:42 pm to
Had a buddy wear all Sitka gear when he and his dad went bear hunting in Alaska about 3-4 years ago. Said he froze his arse off.

Dad did shoot huge brown bear with a bow though. All that matters, right?
Posted by Redfish2010
Member since Jul 2007
15169 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 7:51 pm to
I just want the wading jacket. The gore Tex would be a welcomed addition to my life after using drake for so long
Posted by PapaPogey
Baton Rouge
Member since Apr 2008
39511 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 7:54 pm to
at you for actually believing that
Posted by tigernation81
Lake Charles La
Member since May 2012
245 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 7:59 pm to
I have almost everything drake makes including their jackets. I've never got wet with my parka but there is 2 layers to it. Needless to say I was let down last weekend with the pants. I'm just glad it wasn't 30 degrees outside
Posted by Lunchbox48
Member since Feb 2009
924 posts
Posted on 9/21/16 at 10:37 pm to
The attack pants are what I wear under waders but they're not waterproof only water resistant. I've spent many an hour on damp ground glossing without a wet arse. I went with Teton rain pants and what's now called the Chugach jacket for my actual "rain gear."

I actually called them last year just seeking advice for my needs and got to talk to owner directly. Told him I duck hunted predominantly with a 4-6 day pack in pack out elk and bear hunt once a year and that's what he recommended to me.
Posted by Broyota2
Member since Nov 2010
13066 posts
Posted on 9/22/16 at 1:57 am to
Bought a Sitka gaiter for when it gets really cold during duck season and I love it. Their jackets are awesome but I just can't see myself spending that much on hunting clothes. I already think spending as much as I do on Drake is way too much. My SO got me a Sitka backpack for my birthday and it's great. Perfect weight. Use it for duck game bag, deer hunting, and hiking. Highly reccomend the Flash back.
first pageprev pagePage 3 of 3Next pagelast page
refresh

Back to top
logoFollow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News
Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to get the latest updates on LSU Football and Recruiting.

FacebookTwitterInstagram