Bow hunting jacket review - mid temp 30-60 degree

[Blearning13]

I've been using the Columbia Ascender for the last couple years and been pretty happy with it. I'd like to see how that jacket stacks up against these other ones. I've been really happy with them and they can be picked up very cheap lightly used online.

 

[98XJRC]

Honestly I thought the Kryptek Njord was one of their insulated jackets with the Dalibor being more of a mid season. I have the Njord and I refuse to hike around with the thing on. Even unzipped you can and will overheat in the thing. I've been in a tree for hours in sub freezing and have stayed warm with minimum additional layering.

I did just read through Kryptek's description and noticed they don't have insulation listed which seemed odd to me. That is my one big gripe with them in that it's hard to discern what garment is best suited for which temp and activity.

 

[Texasbuckeye]

Agree, and thats why i figured this more “comprehensive” review would be helpful for many bow hunters and stand hunters alike.

Once i get them all, i will do a fit test with several people being the testers, noise level test, water resistance test, breathability test, and side by side comparisons so people have at least that much prior to hunting season. I will do temp testing, wind resistance testing, and hunt-ability testing this next season.

I will try my best to do some wind resistance testing prior to it getting cold, but i do not know how to functionally test wind resistance in warm weather since the feel of warm air might be difficult to detect. If anyone has some ideas there i am all ears….

 

[onlybrowning]

I sold my first lite catalyst stuff after trying the Midway stuff. Especially since they offer tall sizes and you can get it on clearance if you’re patient.


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