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Favorite Hunting Clothing Brand (where you like the camo pattern)

I’ve killed plenty of deer in Walmart camo. Spend your money where you think it matters most but a camo pattern I’ll save my money. Grandpa killed many elk, mule deer and whitetail wearing tan pants and red/black flannel shirts back in the day before Sitka.
 

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woodsdog2 said:
This is probably a very smart move especially in the densely populated areas of the country. My only thing is all that orange when it’s so green….. they may think you’re an escaped con with a gun!!!
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This is why I bow hunt :sweatsmile: I'm not an escapee... that you know of!

On topic, I'm happy with my single garment from Day One in their Window camo. ( check me if I'm wrong on brand). Good quality, at the very least. I know they're not what they once were, and that stinks but... what do ya do?

My favorite camo, untested by me so far ( too big, lost weight so toss up on that, lol) is Thletes' Deadfall. A little bit like a busier ASAT to my eye.

Also appreciate High Pine like @Fl Canopy Stalker mentioned.

Can't say I'm skilled enough to listen to but, my .02
 
Horn said:
This is why I bow hunt :sweatsmile: I'm not an escapee... that you know of!

On topic, I'm happy with my single garment from Day One in their Window camo. ( check me if I'm wrong on brand). Good quality, at the very least. I know they're not what they once were, and that stinks but... what do ya do?

My favorite camo, untested by me so far ( too big, lost weight so toss up on that, lol) is Thletes' Deadfall. A little bit like a busier ASAT to my eye.

Also appreciate High Pine like @Fl Canopy Stalker mentioned.

Can't say I'm skilled enough to listen to but, my .02
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If you're married and you go out in the woods to hunt, yes, yes you are an escapee!

BT
 
Regular outerwear (not rain wear or my down mid layers) is one place I save money. I pretty much only buy Midwayusa store brand (you can filter by brand there). It available in several camo patterns and is very good quality for the money, especially when it goes on sale. Cheaper lets me have several clean sets ready to go (less clothes washing mid rut).
 
tarafrost said:
Camo is designed to attract hunter dollars. If you don't move, don't smell and don't make noise, most often the game won't care what camo pattern (or not) you are wearing.

LOL
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This is true but hunting clothes were also designed with hunters in mind. The materials, pocket placements ect are specific to the activity.
 
There’s never a moment I don’t have on at least four different patterns of camo. Was fortunate enough to get invited on a hunt a few years ago that was partially sponsored by Sitka. Everyone there had on Sitka head to toe. I didn’t have any, but when I saw them I looked down and I had on six different patterns between my britches, shirt, vest, mask, hat, and gloves All that to say, buy what you can afford and buy the clothes with the technology that will allow you to hunt comfortably. Pattern is a distant, distant after thought. I stay away from cotton. I stick with wool base layers from summer to deep winter. Most anything works on those nice fall days, but the really good clothing is worth the price when it’s smoking hot or freezing cold. Buy a good system of layers and it will cover it all.


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No one is gonna mention HECS?!?!?! Lol

I always thought this guys videos were interesting.


Shows a ton of different patterns in both our color spectrum and a simulated deers color spectrum. While I don't think the actual colors are super important, I do believe choosing a pattern that helps breakup the human form is helpful. But it's more than just the pattern though, it's about choosing the appropriate spot and being aware of what's behind you.

BT
 
Fl Canopy Stalker said:
This is true but hunting clothes were also designed with hunters in mind. The materials, pocket placements ect are specific to the activity.
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This is exactly my thinking too. I’m less concerned about pattern and more concerned with features and function. Ventilation, pack-ability, pocket layout, water resistance / proofing - and perhaps most importantly: non reflective fabrics that don’t absorb and hold smells - these are the things matter most to me. Wearing pants, shirt, vest and hat each of a different Earthtone is more than sufficient silloute and pattern breakup.
 
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Jammintree said:
This is exactly my thinking too. I’m less concerned about pattern and more concerned with features and function. Ventilation, pack-ability, pocket layout, water resistance / proofing - and perhaps most importantly: non reflective fabrics that don’t absorb and hold smells - these are the things matter most to me. Wearing pants, shirt, vest and hat each of a different Earthtone is more than sufficient silloute and pattern breakup.
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Based on this which brand do you prefer?
 
For me the only brand that has my size pants that i have found is Scentlok and Firstlite. 30 30 pants
 
cibor said:
Based on this which brand do you prefer?
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I have FirstLite (base/mid layers), Sitka (outerwear/insultation layers), Kuiu (rain gear) and SKRE (pants) clothing.

I mix and match them without really worrying that the camp pattern may not "match". Don't think the animals I am pursuing are judging me for mixing/matching. Look....he's wearing FL and Sitka patterns that don't match.....not gonna let that hunter shoot me.....oh the shame of it all. LOL

From a quality perspective, Sitka really does seem to sit at the top of the heap, at least a small margin, but is also the most expensive (ouch...especially for us Canadians if the local Cabelas's doesn't stock the item you want). Kuiu has nice gear but returns are a total PITA (if size isn't quite right) with that company, so I likely won't buy much more from them. FL does a bit more/better merino than Sitka, but recently Sitka is expanding their merino SKUs. SKRE has decent stuff and price is nice since they have a Canadian shop, but their gear isn't as high tech (I do like Gortex and the like).

Leaning a bit more to solids for future purchases. Given the cost of high-end hunting gear, and how performant/comfortable it is, nice to be able to wear it day to day rather than just for hunting, though I do sometimes wear camo when not hunting.

Pick your poison.....deer ain't gonna care much. Though other hunters, especially on this forum, might judge us harshly for our lack consistent camo. :tearsofjoy:
 
There are some patterns that I simply will not buy. Kinda the reverse of pattern catches hunters. Fit and function are the most important aspects for me but camo is my favorite color. Pattern wise, I like natural gear the best followed closely by open country and terra gila. Not a huge fan of EVII but wear it pretty often and have never had a deer or turkey peg me wearing it. Function wise, Sitka for me is at the top of the list for outer wear. The Asio I got last year performed really well too, way better than I expected actually. I usually fall in the mix in match boat though and most likely will have multiple brands on at any given time.
 
I like a variety of patterns (AND brands) on my outerwear (and base, and mid-layers), but I have some neutral solids as well. Intent and performance for a purpose within my layering system is my primary goal. My personal brand/camo preference, IF I could only pick one, is Badlands Gear in the Approach or Approach FX. My reason for choosing this brand specifically is that (for my body type) it fits well, has been good quality with great durability, and I "like" (or don't dislike) the pattern. Many brands are inconsistent on sizing between pieces or are weirdly sized for me, so...
 
Interesting and relevant comments about camo in Spypoint’s latest newsletter, though ostensibly about turkeys, applies to all game animals:

Not Choosing the Right Camo

This is not an ad for a specific camo pattern or to get you to drop hundreds on the hip, trendy StalkerOakTreeWoodsyFade pattern that is the “best of the year” in the latest clickbait story.

But, camo matters. Mix and match if you want to do so. Wear something 30 years old with patches. Wear fatigues and a jacket from the military supply store. Wear a fedora, black brogans, khaki pants and a plaid shirt like Grampy. He killed turkeys decades ago before camo was a thing.

Doesn’t matter, as long as you blend in and don’t move. Movement is killer. Turkeys have a 270-degree field of view and eyesight three times better than a human with 20/20 vision. They see your movements. I think they can see your eyeballs flickering and eyelids closing, if they’re close enough.

One thing I believe about camo, though, is it should be dialed into the time of the season. If it’s still brown and yucky with only buckeye and redbuds blooming, don’t go out in bright green late-season camo. If it’s late season and everything looks like the Lucky Charms leprechaun should be behind every tree, wearing all brown probably isn’t a great idea. Choose wisely.

Also, cover your hands and face. Gloves and masks are important. I like the old boonie-style hat with a mask so I can bunker in and hide in shadows. Since I wear glasses, I want to reduce any chance of glare.

From: https://www.spypoint.com/en/blog/255/three-turkey-hunting-mistakes-to-avoid-this-season
 
davidallenjoy said:
There’s never a moment I don’t have on at least four different patterns of camo. Was fortunate enough to get invited on a hunt a few years ago that was partially sponsored by Sitka. Everyone there had on Sitka head to toe. I didn’t have any, but when I saw them I looked down and I had on six different patterns between my britches, shirt, vest, mask, hat, and gloves All that to say, buy what you can afford and buy the clothes with the technology that will allow you to hunt comfortably. Pattern is a distant, distant after thought. I stay away from cotton. I stick with wool base layers from summer to deep winter. Most anything works on those nice fall days, but the really good clothing is worth the price when it’s smoking hot or freezing cold. Buy a good system of layers and it will cover it all.


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I mix and match patterns all the time and if anything it probably breaks up your outline more.
 
tarafrost said:
Interesting and relevant comments about camo in Spypoint’s latest newsletter, though ostensibly about turkeys, applies to all game animals:

Not Choosing the Right Camo

This is not an ad for a specific camo pattern or to get you to drop hundreds on the hip, trendy StalkerOakTreeWoodsyFade pattern that is the “best of the year” in the latest clickbait story.

But, camo matters. Mix and match if you want to do so. Wear something 30 years old with patches. Wear fatigues and a jacket from the military supply store. Wear a fedora, black brogans, khaki pants and a plaid shirt like Grampy. He killed turkeys decades ago before camo was a thing.

Doesn’t matter, as long as you blend in and don’t move. Movement is killer. Turkeys have a 270-degree field of view and eyesight three times better than a human with 20/20 vision. They see your movements. I think they can see your eyeballs flickering and eyelids closing, if they’re close enough.

One thing I believe about camo, though, is it should be dialed into the time of the season. If it’s still brown and yucky with only buckeye and redbuds blooming, don’t go out in bright green late-season camo. If it’s late season and everything looks like the Lucky Charms leprechaun should be behind every tree, wearing all brown probably isn’t a great idea. Choose wisely.

Also, cover your hands and face. Gloves and masks are important. I like the old boonie-style hat with a mask so I can bunker in and hide in shadows. Since I wear glasses, I want to reduce any chance of glare.

From: https://www.spypoint.com/en/blog/255/three-turkey-hunting-mistakes-to-avoid-this-season
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I agree that patterns are mostly marketing hype. i do like quality clothing because it’s more comfortable in the elements and reduces the amount of movement I make.
 
I’m all in on Sitka. Some in solids, some in subalpine and some in EV2. It kept me warm in late season and held up to what I put it through. I argue with my huntimg buddies about this and have determined it’s all just personal preference.
 
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