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  1. aaron14

    Sitka Core Lightweight Hoody - integrated Face mask vs stand alone Gaiter experience?

    I like it a lot, mostly because I don't have to bring a facemask and don't have to worry about finding it or putting it away in a pocket. I don't find it to be annoying when behind my head, and it seems to stay up better than a regular gaiter.
  2. aaron14

    Late season pants Elk season

    Depending on the temps and amount of activity I bounce between the First Lite Corrugate Foundry and Catalyst Foundry. Knee pads and hip zips have become a must have for me. Along with the waterproof seat and knees they just check so many boxes, on top of fitting me well and being comfortable.
  3. aaron14

    Alberta Mule Deer Jacket

    I've been to that same area twice on mule deer hunts during that timeframe. It can range from mid-50s down to -20 F. As already mentioned, windproof is key. The Sitka Jetstream would be a good option; I personally have the Timberline (since discontinued). I wore the First Lite Chamberlin a lot...
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    Thick ass puffy question

    I'm a big fan of the Chamberlin as well. It's extremely warm for its weight and packs down fairly small. I just got back from a 10 day hunt in NWT and even though temps only got below freezing one night I was glad I had it along. It's just so nice to be able to throw it on and warm up quickly...
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    Sleeping Bag and Pad for NWT

    Thanks everyone for the suggestions. After reading through these and doing some other research I ended up going with the Exped Ultra 7R pad, and might just stick with my current bag in hopes that the extra insulation I get from that pad will be enough.
  6. aaron14

    WTS Sitka Gradient Hoody - Black - Large

    Only worn a handful of times. $125 tyd
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    Sleeping Bag and Pad for NWT

    What does everyone use for a sleeping bag and pad? I am filming a sheep and caribou hunt in NWT beginning the first week of August, and in the last two hunts I've been up there felt I was a little undergunned with my current setup -- REI Radiant 19 degree bag and Sea to Summit Ultralight...
  8. aaron14

    Kifaru Stryker XL or 22 Mag Gen 2

    Just curious, why would you say it's more versatile?
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    Kifaru Stryker XL or 22 Mag Gen 2

    I don't have that much camera gear that I'm worried about it fitting, just thinking the load sling would be better for carrying an arm or tripod than lashing it to the outside. And yes, definitely looking to make my decision soon with the sale going on. Thanks!
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    Kifaru Stryker XL or 22 Mag Gen 2

    I've been looking for a smaller daypack to complement my 44 Mag and think I have it narrowed down to these two. It would be used mostly for Midwest deer and turkey hunts, as well as some day hunts out west. I don't hang and hunt often but do carry camera gear on most deer hunts. The load sling...
  11. aaron14

    Cold weather hunting pants

    I recently got the First Lite Catalyst Foundry Pants and have been really impressed with them. Fleece lined for warmth, but also has the full length leg zips to dump heat when needed. Waterproof seat and knees are really handy when there is snow on the ground.
  12. aaron14

    Puffy Jacket

    First Lite Uncompahgre 2.0 for lows into the 30s, Chamberlin for temps lower than that. I'll wear both in extreme cold and wind as well.
  13. aaron14

    Hunting Solid for Around Town Jacket

    The First Lite Uncompahgre in grey and Outdoor Research Transcendent Pullover in fatigue are my two most worn jackets for both hunting and everyday.
  14. aaron14

    What’s your go to Sitka product?

    Whitetail: Fanatic Hoody, Jacket, and Bibs; Gaiter, Core Heavyweight Bottoms Big Game: Timberline Jacket (discontinued), Core Heavyweight Hoody, Core Lightweight Hoody
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    Puffy Pants: Sitka vs Kuiu vs Stone Glacier

    I like down because it's warmer for the weight and more packable. I also always have rain gear along so they won't get wet. I was on a moose hunt in Alaska last fall where it rained nine of the eleven days we were out and I was able to keep them dry. Of the hunting brands (not as familiar with...
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    Puffy Pants: Sitka vs Kuiu vs Stone Glacier

    I've had them into single digits with First Lite Kiln Bottoms and Sitka Timberline Pants underneath, and Sitka Cloudburst Rain Pants over.
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