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Marsh Hunters: Waterfowl Clothing...
Posted on 10/15/20 at 2:23 pm
Posted on 10/15/20 at 2:23 pm
The time has come for a new hunting system. What is everyone wearing this season (Jackets, bibs). I hunt mainly in the South Louisiana marshes, but occasionally head to North Texas. Looking for something to keep me decently warm but is also waterproof. Not looking to spend Sitka type of money.
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Posted on 10/15/20 at 3:29 pm to Ruxins Rascals
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Not looking to spend Sitka type of money.
Posted on 10/15/20 at 4:23 pm to Loup
Haters gonna hate.
Posted on 10/15/20 at 6:30 pm to Ruxins Rascals
I love the Columbia wader widget II jacket. I’ve hunted with it from Canada to Louisiana to snow storms in oklahoma. That with some neoprene waders and layers should versatile enough to get you through anything. A low profile, well concealed blind and being still is infinitely more important than what Camo you have on
Posted on 10/15/20 at 8:28 pm to Ruxins Rascals
I've been using the same pair of frog tog waders for many years. They are a little thick for the temperatures on Catahoula Lake but they work well. Hunted in south La in some fields and on Irish Bayou with them some too. Although the timber camo pattern sticks out a little down south. Really though as noted above, if the blind is brushed well the camo patterns shouldn't really matter too much.
Posted on 10/15/20 at 9:12 pm to Ruxins Rascals
Whatever I bought at bass pro a decade ago
Posted on 10/16/20 at 12:30 am to Ruxins Rascals
Rain gear Is fine 90% of the time, it doesn’t get that cold here generally. Just wear layers
Posted on 10/16/20 at 7:42 am to Ruxins Rascals
Sitka is worth the money and will last longer than the cheap temporary fix you're looking for.
Posted on 10/16/20 at 8:14 am to MudCatMatt
Ehh i beg to differ Ive had the same Browning Dirty Bird ($250) Jacket for 10+yrs. I doubt id want to be wearing the same Sitka Jacket for 20+ years.
Posted on 10/16/20 at 8:18 am to MudCatMatt
Sitka is top quality performance gear for the long term. What I like the most is their customer service when it comes to maintenance and repairs. They will take care of you and your gear so it doesn't end up in a landfill anytime soon.
That said.... it's so damn expensive and I completely understand why people shake their head at it. If you have the means, I wouldn't completely write it off. If you commit to having gear for a lifetime, it actually can be the more economical choice.
That said.... it's so damn expensive and I completely understand why people shake their head at it. If you have the means, I wouldn't completely write it off. If you commit to having gear for a lifetime, it actually can be the more economical choice.
Posted on 10/16/20 at 8:25 am to Ruxins Rascals
That's great to know about browning, but $250 ain't cheap either. Some of the Sitka jackets arent far off from that price.
Posted on 10/16/20 at 8:29 am to MudCatMatt
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Sitka is worth the money and will last longer than the cheap temporary fix you're looking for.
I have a pair of Magellan bibs and a thick Magellan jacket that Ive had for 7 years now and got the whole rig for less than $100. Have worn them on every hunt when weather permitted and even wear the bibs to the woods sometimes because they are so dam comfortable and warm.
I have no doubt that Sitka quality is better than Magellan, but the narrative that cheap stuff won’t last is fake news.
Posted on 10/16/20 at 8:39 am to Lord_Ford
Maybe so. I too have old arse cheap gear that still works. And to your point Sitka is awesome but it is by no means a must have. Just think a lot of ppl wave it off too often without considering the benefits because it's too expensive but they'll go blow their money on something else.
Feel bad for the OP. Just came here lookin for answers and he got what was expected: the ole Sitka debate.
Feel bad for the OP. Just came here lookin for answers and he got what was expected: the ole Sitka debate.
Posted on 10/16/20 at 8:40 am to PutTheWomacOnEm01
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Some of the Sitka jackets arent far off from that price.
I got excited for a second, the cheapest waterproof Sitka is $400. I have nothing against Sitka and have no doubt it is high quality gear. I just can't convince myself to spend that type of coin.
Posted on 10/16/20 at 8:43 am to Ruxins Rascals
Sorry dude, I checked and thought I saw one for cheaper but probably wasn't waterproof. I'll take a lap.
Posted on 10/16/20 at 8:47 am to Ruxins Rascals
I totally get that you don't want to drop $400 on a jacket but I have no complaints about the quality and performance. If you know any guides they usually have discount codes... fyi
Posted on 10/16/20 at 9:08 am to Ruxins Rascals
I use the Cabela's First Flight waders that are versatile; you can use them when the weather is warm and layer when the weather is cool/cold. I also have a Redhead 3-in-1 parka that's held up fairly well.
This post was edited on 10/16/20 at 9:12 am
Posted on 10/16/20 at 9:13 am to Ruxins Rascals
Beretta makes fantastic duck hunting coats. Or they used to. Got one about 12 years old. Perfect still
Posted on 10/16/20 at 9:15 am to hall59tiger
Sadly Columbia doesnt make any hunting clothes anymore because of stupid hippie crap
Posted on 10/16/20 at 9:23 am to Park duck
Also... there's gotta be some good quality stuff out there that isn't super expensive if you look outside of hunting brands. You don't need camo if you're covering up properly, sit still and wear the right tones. I barely used camo last season tbh.
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