Sitka 'Gear'
Products Used Afield

Celsius
Jacket, Cap, Vest, Bibs, Core Crew, Core Bottoms




EDITOR'S NOTE, May 26, 2010: When SWOBG.com contacted Sitka to promote their products on our site, we had an idea about the quality and durability of the Sitka product lines. After all, when a company makes claims in international advertisements as to the properties, effectiveness and quality of their product, they had better be able to back up those claims . . . and then exceed them.

Now I don't claim to know all the intricacies of the products nor understand some of the terminology used in the descriptions of fabric/material properties, but what I do know, is that the Celsius line of soft-shell Sitka 'Gear', namely bibs, jacket and hat kept me comfortable in temperatures from -8C (17.6F) to +20C (68F). Most of the hunting conditions that this Celsius line went through included: treestand bowhunting for whitetail, open ground blind hunting for turkey, open pit and layout blind hunting for geese. If you happen to hunt waterfowl, deer and turkey in the manner I did, you'll know that this means being motionless for extended periods of time.

When it came to precipitation, I experienced plenty. Hunting through snow, ice pellets, high winds, rain (downpours & drizzles), calm winds, high sunny days and those days when you questioned your sanity for even being in the fields . . . the Sitka gear kept me comfortable and dry which is all you can ask for in those conditions. The Sitka Gear gave me the confidence to not only go out in the elements but to stay in them.

I had also used the base layer 'Core Bottom' and found that it alone was enough under the bibs for comfort. Under the jacket, I did where a plain cotton t-shirt in temps +4C up. On colder late fall and winter days I also wore Celsius vest under the jacket. That's it. If there was any walking at all done to and from the stand or blind (which there always was) the jacket had to be opened half-way to cool down.
The bonus in all of this was the Optifade open country camo pattern I had chosen for the apparel. When sitting motionless in the treestand against the oak tree backdrop or against the big base trees during turkey season, the results were the same, virtual invisibility. You wouldn't think so when you first see the pattern but the design and colors match those of the trees subtlties in bark, moss and shadows. As for hunting geese in the pit or layout blind, there were times in the late season and winter when the Optifade also matched the landscape very well in plowed fields or stubble with partial snow cover. I didn't question the results, they were fantastic.

In closing, I'm sure we've all heard these time honored 'isms': "you get what you pay for", "get the best you can afford", "measure twice cut once". In short they all promote thought, caution and planning. Choosing Sitka gear is the best your money can buy; it will outlast and outperform other 'gear' on the market; it is you first and most important step in preparing for your days in the field in adverse weather conditions and you usually only get one shot at it once you leave the door.
I consider Sitka as much a safety tool as anything else. Not being dressed properly in the outdoors can be hazardous to your health . . . be prepared, where Sitka.

Tom Morrison



A paradigm shift...to engineer gear that is an extension of the outdoor experience and not simply a barrier between the user and the environment. By utilizing only the most advanced fabrics and construction technologies, Sitka will always design gear that is engineered to work together as complete systems, excelling in performance, function, and protection.

Our customers will be able to hunt comfortably in the most diverse and challenging range of hunting conditions.

We could say that we simply make the best high-performance system of hunting clothes on the market, but it's more than just quality It's a philosophy: Built to Climb.

Hunt Hard!





Sitka Celsius Jacket

Originally designed for tree stand hunters, the Celsius Jacket’s quiet soft-shell is designed with R-value in mind. Backed with high-loft fleece this jacket is designed to keep you warm without bulk, while sitting motionless on the stand. Detailed with pit zips, removable hood, tapered cuffs, and quick draw cinch chords, the Celsius Jacket is a great candidate for your stand hunt battles.

  • - Articulated for full range-of-motion
  • - Body mapped insulation
  • - Superior heat-to-weight ratio
  • - Secure TPU cuff tabs

Fabric Details: Polyester face, high loft inner, DWR finish
Colors: Optifade, Mothwing Mountain Mimicry, Black, Mineral


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Sitka Celsius Bibs

Like the Celsius Jacket, the bib brings to the platform the latest science in high-loft and noise resistant soft-shell fabric technology. The full bib coverage adds to body heat retention, but also eliminates any chinks in the armor. A 1/3 length leg zip, thorough pocket configuration, and offered in tall sizes for all the sky scrapers out there.

  • - Articulated knee
  • - Kangaroo hand warmer pocket
  • - Adjustable suspenders
  • - Easy access thigh pockets
  • - Adjustable cuff shock cord

Fabric Details: Polyester face, high loft inner, DWR finish
Colors: Optifade, Mothwing Mountain Mimicry

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Sitka Celsius Cap

Constructed of a hi-loft soft-shell and a fleece backing, the Celsius Hat is for the hearty breed of cold weather hunter.

  • - Low profile design
  • - High loft insulation
  • - Extremely high warmth-to-weight ratio
  • - DWR finish

Fabric Details: Celsius soft shell
Colors: Optifade, Mothwing Mountain Mimicry, Mineral


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Sitka Core Bottom

Practically essential to any and every Sitka System, the Core base layer series is purely for moisture wicking and comfort utilizing 4-way stretch fabric. Designed to literally pull moisture off the surface of your skin, the Core garments are critical for keeping you dry from the inside out. The Core Series is made of 100% polyester bi-component technology that actively moves moisture away from the skin. To ensure a scent free hunt, the Core fabric utilizes silver encapsulated technology that kills odor-causing bacteria. The Core layers are designed as a next-to-skin layer, and the Core tops come in two choices: Core Zip and Core Crew. Both sport a welded bicep pocket, and can be worn in solid colors as well.

  • - Gusseted crotch for mobility
  • - Tapered fit
  • - Seamless waistband

Technology Silver Scent Elimination
Fabric Details: Polyester bi-component fabric


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Sitka Core Crew

Practically essential to any and every Sitka System, the Core base layer series is purely for moisture wicking and comfort utilizing 4-way stretch fabric. Designed to literally pull moisture off the surface of your skin, the Core garments are critical for keeping you dry from the inside out. The Core Series is made of 100% polyester bi-component technology that actively moves moisture away from the skin. To ensure a scent free hunt, the Core fabric utilizes silver encapsulated technology that kills odor-causing bacteria. The Core layers are designed as a next-to-skin layer, and the Core tops come in two choices: Core Zip and Core Crew. Both sport a welded bicep pocket, and can be worn in solid colors as well.

  • - Raglan style shoulders
  • - Welded bicep pocket
  • - Flatlock seam construction

Technology Silver Scent Elimination
Fabric Details: Polyester bi-component fabric


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Product News Sitka Gear


Sitka announces the launch of the new 'Forest Gear'.
The launch of forest gear is a significant step into a new market for the fast-growing Sitka brand. Up to 78% of the more than $10.7 billion hunting gear market consists of hunters who hunt whitetail deer in forest environments.*

"Sitka's guiding principle has always been to design and manufacture the highest quality gear for the performance hunter," said Sitka Founder, Jonathan Hart. "Whether that hunter is actively stalking prey in the mountains, or poised for hours in a tree stand, we want him to stay comfortable, concealed and focused -- improving his chances of success."

Sitka designed the new forest system of gear to address the specific challenges of hunting in a forest environment, which often requires hunters to endure long sedentary periods in adverse conditions, including extreme cold and precipitation.
"Until now, the Sitka system was suitable for active cold-weather hunts, where there is an expected level of exertion and heat generation from the hunter," commented Hart. "With the introduction of the forest line, our gear now can provide ultimate warmth and comfort in severe cold even when a hunter needs to remain still."

Key pieces of gear in the new Sitka forest system include (below):



Incinerator Jacket and Bib
The Incinerator Series combines down and GORE-TEX® for waterproof warmth. A GORE-TEX® shell protects a cozy 700-fill down interior from rain, snow and wind. Heavy articulation through the arms, seat, and legs enhances a finished fit for a full range-of-motion and minimally restricted climbing and bow or rifle shooting.


Downpour Jacket and Pant
Downpour outerwear features the waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX® Paclite® shell with a lightly brushed face for quiet whitetail forest encounters. The minimalist build of the jacket enhances its packability and the fully articulated legs of the pants maximize fit for extended sitting situations.


Stratus Jacket and Bib
Made with the WINDSTOPPER® Soft Shell, the Stratus Jacket keeps hunters protected from the wind while giving them the freedom of movement. Its core features are ideal for extended periods of time sitting in treestands and its fully articulated arms give this jacket a full range-of-motion. This Bib features a clean pocket system -- pockets only where you need them -- and lower leg zips that make it easy to extend over boots. The Stratus' mid-weight lofted backer is appropriate for freezing and above temperatures.


Dutch Oven Vest
The Dutch Oven Vest, available in Sitka's Forest system and Open Country system, runs on an Ardica personal power system, providing continuous heat for up to eight hours without recharging. The rechargeable, lightweight lithium-ion battery system also provides enough juice to power GPS, cell phone, iPod® or other personal electronic devices.

Other items in the new Forest line include: Kelvin vest, jacket and pant . . . Ascent Pant . . . Core and Traverse base layers . . . Gloves, accessories and packs