Would you use these for deer too?

Good review. I am seriously considering the Sitka Kelvin Lite Down Jacket. I am a hiker and not a bow hunter, so sound isn't a concern. Thanks for the review!!

If you want something for archery season thats warm and quiet, I have both the Kuiu Kenai which I absolutely love and the Uncomphadre jacket from First Lite. But for those colder hunts I would still want that Super Down Pro as it is lighter than the Chamberlain. Also interested in seeing the new Super Down Pro LT.

Thanks for the honest review.

Enjoyed the video! Hope you post more content

Good video, you are good on camera. Good lighting, good sound, good content.

Something to add. The kuiu pro is light years better than the Kelvin. No down is ment for rain or snow, you should use a shell. Kuiu has a proximity line now that is warm amd ment for quiet. But again, even though it's synthetic, you have to have a shell in bad weather. Don't get me wrong, Sitka is good stuff, but kuiu definitely has the edge. I really put gear through the ringer because I use it all the time, not just for hunting. I hate 2 long sleeve layers. So I use a ss base, then a long sleeve mid of multiple weights, pending on Temps. Anywhere from 97, 200, and 280. The 280 I use almost every day from fall through spring. It has a hood but the sides and pits are thinner and the 280wt is front and back. I then put an extremely lightweight synthetic (keni) no hood. This is not warm at all if you have wind. This is a breathing insulation so you do not sweat it up hiking. I use a kutana storm shell as my outer. (Rain coat but way more breathable and durable) to stop wind. Then the insulation does warm you. Both have pit zips. Standing around with with the keni and shell only, you're good to 30. Add the 280 and you can get to low 20s. If it's down to mid teens, I can add a super down ultra vest (4.8oz) under the keni. As light as that vest is, I never thought it would be that warm. It's not warm if you just use it, but by adding it under that keni. It's crazy. If it gets below and I'm going to sit, I'll opt for the 280, super down pro, and the kutana shell. The shell quiets the down. Then colder add the ultra vest. You can be well below 0 at that rate. You'd be definitely intrigued by the kuiu proximity. Synthetic insulation, about double the keni. You could put the keni under it also. It's dead quiet. They have a foam spray they used to block the wind. They also have polartec wind pro coat, hat and gator. I use the hat and gator, you can't hike in it up hills because you'll get too hot.

Thanks

I'm kinda tossed up between these or iron will there both damn near the same

Nice review. Unfortunately I am not sure there is a puffy that is wearable as an outer garment during archery season. Mine is always underneath my Sitka Jetstream Jacket. About the beach for decent warmth as well as quietness in a RAB for a non hunting company.

there is the face to the voice.

I am 177 cm Weight 78 kg Recommend size Sitka down jacket

What size is the sitka gear jacket used in the video?

Really like how you touched on the “new” coated down because the more I’m looking the more I agree with you that the whole thing starts to feel a little sketchy. For the high end $$ stuff I think longevity of the piece should be a top priority and have no failures for years. Sub’d!

Hey Baxter, which jacket is warmer? From the specs and website it seems like the Down Pro is supposed to be exponentially warmer?

My kelvin areo-lite down took some real abuse this winter i was super surprised. i took mine to the sledding hill not thinking I was gonna sled but i ended up sliding and was dragged on the ground , not a mark on the jacket.

Jacket is not quite If you hunt with bow you will get busted when you draw bow or stand up Doesn’t matter how slow you move

I just ordered this jacket so I’ll see how good it is😄

I came here because I saddle hunt in late season 20F mountain weather in TN. I have a set of first lite sanctuary 2.0 bib and jacket, and it's definitely warm enough in the saddle on those cold mornings with just a heavy weight merino base layer. It's quiet enough too. However, the sanctuary set is exhausting to hike in. It's just so heavy and bulky. I'll often take the jacket off and put it in my pack, but then it fills my entire pack. I'm spoiled by arc'teryx light weight layering when backpacking. It's a shame no one has figured out how to make these down layers quiet.

I am 182cm about 6 feet, would you recon the medium size would fit me if I wanted it not to be to bulky and to be worn under a stormfront. I am a Large size in most Sitka gear. Great video!

Great video! I’d love it if you would show us what you wear for your elk hunts and talk about the pros and cons of your kit! Thanks!

Do you leave the rest of the body there?

Sitka and kuiu were created by the same guy. Goretex bought sitka from him and he went on to make kuiu.

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SKRE has both of these beat. But all these puffy jackets are designed to be worn under another jacket that provides protection for down jacket while stopping the noise.

Great review and it definitely worked for your elk! I’m prepping for my first elk hunt next year and have narrowed my BH selection down to the DS Evo, the Annihilator XL, and the VPA (all 125gr). My question is on strength and penetration if you come into contact with bone. Understanding there are tons of variables here but what is your opinion on the Evo design vs the other two when it comes to hitting and punching through bone?

Excellent video

I don't think that they every really intended it to be used as a outer walk around hunting layer. It's more of a glassing, back at camp layer. For tree stand hunters the stratus line is awesome. Super warm and nothing out there that quiet. I use a core light base, Kelvin vest, and Apex or heavyweight and if needed a traverse hoody for outer layer then rain gear.

Nice valuable review. I have the Kuiu Ultra down hoodie and it is much too loud for hunting smart deer. Kuiu could use a confusion mitigation lesson on naming their gear too. Both companies seem to exist in a parallel universe with their sizing.

If you wear ANYTHING Not 10xl over it it will compress ANY puffy jacket, less loft is left insulating...........you guys are not making THAT much noise.......Jesus Christ

Just wear a JetStream over it! Problem solved!

Hi. Did you get the chance to try out the First Lite Uncompahgre 2.0 ? The noise is also an important factor for me. Thanks!

Great video, Thanks!

Got here from the Sitka / Kuiu jacket comparison. I’m a little sad as I have the kelvin active hoody on the way right now. I’ll subscribe to see what’s coming. I’ll say this, I didnt stop shooting for these BS shutdown. My Governor can kiss my behind.

I don't know dude that Sitka jacket looked pretty damn tight and too small.

Could you wear the jacket as a mid layer without it being too bulky? To cut down on the noise.

I never would have considered the noise element; great review!

Have you tested the evo x? Was curious how they fly

how was the penetration and blood trail on the elk you shot?

First jacket, whats the name of the camo pattern? Stunning!!

What about the Stone Glacier Grumman? It’s about the same specs.

While shooting these, have you ever had them randomly flair? I just have heard that sometimes with the single blades they will randomly flair if your bow it’s 100% tuned right.

While shooting these, have you ever had them randomly flair?

Thanks subbed

I have the iron wills have you considered magnus yet? Btw liked and subbed

Thank you for your insight on these options! I am trying to put together a system that works for multiple scenarios and might even allow me to integrate a down layer for off-season use. I plan to add the down as an intermediate layer so camo is not as important on that. My hunting consists of long sits in cold weather so I need options! Thanks again! Good luck this year!

550 that’s heavy, am looking to add some weight to my arrows. What’s you arrow speed with that 550?

Am getting some of these for sure.

Great review. It was the deciding factor and just ordered some for my elk trip this year.

Just snagged my 150 grains from Day Six. I have some high hopes for this. Also just an FYI, if you go to staysharpguide.com they will recommend anything with a curve you get the C-shape sharpener tool. Highly recommend check that out.