Kuiu axis vs Sitka Jetstream

[Jake_B]

Anyone have both that they can comment on which one they prefer and why?

I was on the verge of pulling the trigger on the kuiu axis but after seeing all the positive reviews of the Sitka Jetstream, I am now questioning if that’s the route I should go

Thanks

 

[Desk Jockey]

I like my jetstream jacket a lot but the hybrid stuff kuiu is putting out interests me. The hunting industry has been a bit slow on the uptake of hybrid garments that mix and match panels for waterproof-soft shell-puffy strategically to enhance garment performance. Glad to see kuiu out in front on this. No experience with the axis jacket but I really like the despription of their hybrid pants.

 

[Jake_B]

Thanks, the waterproof panels is what intrigued me as well. I’m hoping to hear from a few people to get their thoughts on it

 

[GetWestern]

Have no experience with the kuiu but I do have the Jetstream and can't say enough good about it, cuts wind exceptionally well and a does a decent job of keeping you dry in a light to meduim rain squall. Great shell for layering for warmth as well, that being said I'm sure you can't go wrong with the kuiu either both I'm sure would perform great hope that helps.

 

[come2elmo]

Here's a thread from a couple months ago about the Axis.

Kuiu Axis Jacket

Initial impressions of the jacket. Fit and finish are excellent. Im 5'10 180lbs athletic, and large literally could not fit any better. Sleeves are fairly slim but not too bad. My Super down fits under it but not much else will. Hood is decent, I like the one on the chugach better as the bill is...

www.rokslide.com

 

[nephewjephew]

Was hoping this thread would be more active. Mainly because I've been eyeing those to jackets too. In my mind it kinda comes down to Wind Stopper v waterproof. Not sure if one is warmer than the other. And both come in solid colors, a plus for me anyways.

 

[Trial153]

The jetstream has been my most used jacket ever, warm enough, cool enough and quite enough to bowhunt from Alaska to Mexico.

 

[sr80]

Ive had both, currently still have the jetstream. I found the jetstream warmer , blocked wind better and breathed better than the axis. And is also quite a bit quieter, the axis seemed very swooshy to me when moving. The jetstream has been around for a long time without many changes except for the fit, its tried and true!