Guru or Peter can chime in here, I have heard that Sitka gear is going to be offering some new cold weather gear this year, and was wondering if anyone could shed any light n what may be coming? I am going to invest in some this spring, but was wondering if I should hold off...also, anybody know if they ever run any sales on this stuff?? :eek:
Hope they get the sizes right??? IT RUNS SMALL. :)
Sales on new product? I don't think so. As far as sizing, I am 5'10" and weight 190lbs. I found the pants in a large and the shirts in an XL fit great. Hope that is helpful.
Scott, I'm waiting to get the word to introduce everyone here to the new line-up....Should be any day now....
That being said, yes, the there is whole new line-up of cold weather gear added the gear from last year. But the whole line up had been changed and improved on. We're very excited about the changes and I know everyone else will too!
Scott, The big sales now are on the gear from last year....
I'll be back.......
Scott,
I am not Peter or Curt, but I do know many places WERE running sales on the 07 product they had left. I believe that got gobbled up pretty quick.
There are new cold weather options available when the 08 line comes out this summer. I am looking forward to trying it out. There is a really neat glove system that may be the answer to my prayers :saywhat:
I am sure they will update the website anytime now to show what is available.
Guru:
we ever going to see "talls"?
I have sold it in the largest bow shop in Baton Rouge, we found that the 07 stuff ran small to size ...Jackets , vest, as for pants they were closer , but still ran inches smaller compared to , the real sizes...thank...I love the camo 's features and benifits...they need to consider Big and Tall hunters...most smaller guys no problem.. :)
Hi Scott,
Yes, there are many new additions to the Sitka line up. I'm away from my desk right now but if you'll bear with me, I will give a detailed post tomorrow regarding all the new upgrades and additions to the Sitka Gear for 08'. I think everyone will find the new 08' line is going to be great!
Thanks, Peter Iacavazzi
Pro-Staff Director Sitka Gear
I got a Sitka Downpour rair jacket. It is sized very small. Be very careful when ordering. I would recomend ordering atleast one size larger for the Sitka Downpour, I wished I would have.
Tim
Thanks for all the info, guys. I have noticed that the sizes do tend to run small. I wear an XL in jackets, and need a XXL for layering purposes with the product. Sitka Gear has my full attention, due to the camo pattern, and benefits that they feature.
Anxious to hear, Peter, on the new options coming up.
Curt, thanks for the help, and you too, SteveO!
Order one size up and there are sales (some real big) running all over now, although as Steve said, may be gone or going quickly...google is your friend.
Schnees
ASAT
Several others...
They get that size thing worked out , you'll have winner.. :)ps...I have sold lots and lots of Sitka gear...the smaller guys dont have have much problems, its the taller and large sizes that I noticed this ...it is made to fit snug in the sleeves,when ya need movement in eblows and knees where ya need it most , it as built in articulation, they call that, material moves 4 ways with you ...but layering can be problem for larger and tall men...
You know, I heard all the talk that the Sitka Gear ran small before I ordered...I do not think that is the case. I think the stuff is sized exactly right. This clothing is VERY different from what we are all used to. This clothing is made to move WITH you and is supposed to fit accordingly. I wear 36" waist jeans, so I ordered a pair of 36 and 38 Mountain Pant. The 36s fit just like my jeans. You do not want your Sitka Gear baggy. It is a pleasure not to worry about your bowstring getting caught up in a baggy shirt or jacket. I find I don't need an armguard.
For me on the rain gear that I purchased like I said the size is way undersized for what I ordered. I am very unhappy with it for the money that it cost. In my opinion it should be sized better than it was.
Tim
Hi Guys,
Regarding sizing: Yes, the sizing does seem to run smaller than other lines. I think Steve is correct when he says the sizing is actually fit to move with you. What I would recommend is to try and visit a store that carries the Sitka line and try before you buy. You may want to go with a size larger than normal, but remember every body tends to be slightly different. Sitka does allow a greater range of movement. But, again, the best bet would be to try on some different sizes and make your decision after you've experienced first hand.
Regarding the new 08' line: The Down Pour suit is now called the "Nimbus Series". Its fully water proof and breathable. It is less than 20 oz. per piece and very packable. It has articulated elbows and kness to allow freedom of movement and less binding. It comes with ventailiation panels to allow cooling. It has a 2.5 layer water proof and breatable laminate design with micro taped seems. The stuff is fantastic. It is by far the most superior water proof gear I've ever seen.
One of the exciting new lines is the "Celsius" series. This is designed to accomodate the cold weather/sedentary hunter (think Nov. tree stand)
The Celsius line comes in a Bib and a Jacket. The cool thing is whats called "body mapping": Body mapping places insulation where you need it and takes it away from where you don't. The Celsius line has a higher "loft" and greater range of movement. Basically this line is designed to handle lower temps. Sitka has had mulitple requests for a warmer/tree stand type line. We are confident that the new Celsius will satisfy the extreme weather hunter. The original Sitka vest is now also part of the Celsius line. Like the jacket, the vest is a Body Mapped technical soft shell garment that will work alone or in a layering system with the Celsius jacket and Bibs. To cap it off (no pun intended) there is also a Celsius hat. It has a high loft and a very high warmth to weight ratio.
New for 08" are 3 gloves: The Celsius glove. This glove is sweet. Its water proof, articluated,and sized to allow a liner system or the Sitka Traverse glove underneath it.
Next is the Traverse Glove: An expedition weight, 4 way stretch glove with silicone patterned grip.
Finally the Shooter Glove: No explanation needed. Its a highly tactical glove for early season or for guys that prefer having a shooters glove.
Lastly, Sitka is now making 2 techniacal back packs! The Sitka 14 ascent and the Sitka 45 bivy. These packs are awesome. The Ascent is more of a 3/4 low profile day pack. The 45 Bivy is a full on internal frame 600 cu in serious pack. You guys are gonna love these packs!!
As always Sitka will come in our signature Moth Wing camo. But new for 08" Sitka will now have many items avilable in "Real Tree AP" "Mossy Oak Treestand" "Wood Smoke" "Dune" and "Black Mineral" (Which is awesome for the blind hunter)
I think all of you will find that the new 08" Sitka line is going to be great. I hate for this to sound like a commercial, but truth is the Sitka Gear for 08' will certainly be worth looking into.
If any one has any questions and/or comments please feel free to contact me directly at:
Piacavazzi@sitkagear.com
I will gladly help you out!
Best, Peter Iacavazzi
Peter, Thansk for all of the above info. I think that the Celsius line will be a hit. For those guys who hunt late season, and dont want to be super-layered, it should be perfect.
Any idea when the 08 line will become available? I want to get some before the fall season kicks in.
Thanks, for everything, Peter, and Steve-O, and Guru!
:readit: :readit: :pray:
This is what I heard from Corey Jacobson early this week :
The 2008 gear isn't available yet...I haven't gotten a recent update, but last I heard was that it would be shipping in May.
I am looking forward to seeing the new products too.
I buy my gear to hunt with in May! Thats late.. :( ...better safe some of that tax refund...
Sitka is a growing company and is really only going into it's second season for full retail outlets. Starting out as specialized gear for mountain hunting may have caused them to fit sizes for that specific body type. For example, Barry Wensel tried on my 2XL 90% jacket and said it fit OK in the shoulders and chest, but he had a hard time getting it zipped around the waist.
My suggestion would be to tailor the cold weather Celcius line with a little more room to layer over Sitka as well as other material including wool and fit a more sedimentary hunter. This may prove more versatile and encourage more folks to try it. Once this happens and they find out it works, I think they will then start to swap out more of their heavier garments for the full system. Mike
Denny is right. As of yet we are awaiting the first 08" shipment to arrive. All indications suggest that the new 08' line will be available by mid to late May.
We at Sitka apologize in the delays but please understand we are doing all we can to expedite the availability. Regarding the sizing issues: Sitka is making every effort to address all concerns and I believe that the new 08" line will be more aptly sized and that as we grow so too will our availibilty and customer satisfaction.
Please know that Sitka stands behind every product we make and we will work with each individual customer to the best of our ability.
With that said, it is also important to note that Jason and Jon, (The Owners of Sitka) are both avid and passionate "Trad Bowhunters". They have a real affection for the trad guy and will always continue to support and work with us!
I think you'll all be pleased with the new 08' line and Sitka promises to continue improving, developing and upgrading every product we make.
I will keep all "TG'ers" updated as to the availability of the Sitka line.
Please also note that: Denny Sturgis Jr. Biggie Hoffman. Curt "Guru" Cabrera. Mike Mitten. Bryce Lambley. Bob Walker are all Sitka Pro Staffer's. Feel free to contact anyone of these "TG"ers" with questions and or concerns pertaining to Sitka. As always you may contact me directly anytime at piacavazzi@sitkagear.com
Best, peter Iacavazzi
Peter, are they still going to make the previous style clothing for the more active hunter? I love the stuff I bought last year! I even found that by hunting in the cold and wet late season it worked great with the proper insulated underwear.
Snag Yes that line will still be carried with minor improvements. Mike
The jackets are great , I took one from work and ran water over it for 3 hours...dry as a bone in side!!!! that I like!!!!Im on mission right now to get down to XL size...I was 3XL Im wearing 2XL now.... :) :wavey:
I'm trying to get shorter.... :banghead:
Peter hit all the specifics, and I think stand hunters are going to fall in love with the new Celsius line. I can hardly wait.
The 90% jacket/pants from '07 are darn near waterproof in moderate conditions. Case in point, today we have spring break but it's cold, very windy and with a cold driving rain most of the time. I just got back in from 3.5 hours of hard walking in mostly thick timber looking for antlers. Wore the 90% garments, plus the beanie, baseball cap, gloves, mountain shirt...and I emerged from the timber tired and sore but completely dry! And armed with a massive personal record of 21 antlers!!!!
Now I realize it wasn't the briars I've seen in SE Iowa, but I was getting poked and prodded constantly by cedar tree limbs in thick timber (basically sticks, these aren't "boughs") and rained on and I was fine. The '07 line was ideal for the walking/stalking/climbing hunter and for the stand hunter in moderate temps. The '08 line will have the stand hunter covered in cold temps too.
On sizing, I felt it ran pretty true to size in the large sizes. I'm 5'10" and maybe 180-195 lbs. depending on the time of year. I found L sizes fit well, and I bought an additional XL 90% coat to wear with some non-Sitka heavy insulation when stand hunting at Zero to 20 degrees. The snugness in the arms takes some getting used to, but sure as heck beats bulk when handling a traditional bow.
I don't have a Downpour jacket so can't comment on size, but would suggest that anyone who mail orders anything and then receives something that doesn't quite fit well, to send it back for exchange. I've been guilty of not wanting to do that in the past, and have then regretted being lazy.
Anyway, I really believe in the stuff and it's best trait hasn't been mentioned much: it is so darn easy to pack for a trip now I can hardly believe it. The stuff packs down great, and the Mountain Mimicry is such a versatile pattern most of you won't need anything else. Both of those factors lighten your load tremendously whether packing a suitcase or a backpack!
Bryce Lambley