HPG windcheater vs Red Kettle M20 wind shell

[Elmer J. Fudd]

I am wondering if anyone has used both. I’m looking for layer that will cut the wind but still be pretty breathable as I plan to use this piece while being very active. My family does a lot of deer drives and sometimes a guy goes from being a driver to having to post in the same drive. So you may have to stay stationary for an hour or so and you will not have any insulating layers with you. I just looking for something that would do a good job blocking the wind in this scenario that would also not cause me to sweat like I’m in a sauna. And maybe this piece doesn’t exist yet given that if you are keeping wind out it could be tough for heat to escape. That’s where I’m wondering if the pit zips of the windcheater offer an advantage for the m20

 

[WyldGoose]

I’ve got no experience with the Red Kettle but I’ve been using the HPG Windcheater for many years. Love it. That ambush fabric they use is extremely breathable and beyond durable. I tend to run warm when moving so pit zips are a must.
It’s pretty much my year round mid layer, worn over my base, rarely comes off. If cold, puffy goes over the top.

 

[BBob]

I’m the opposite, no experience with the HPG but I do have the Red Kettle wind shirt. I use it a lot over the top of an Arrowhead MDWi hoody. Breathes really well and plenty warm. The hand pockets are large and roomy. I can put things in them and still have lots of room for gloved hands. Thinking about it I haven’t missed having pit zips. I’m sure they’d be useful but I’ve never thought about it or missed them on this jacket.

After looking over the Windcheater, if wearing it with a pack with a hip belt I might opt for it with the high pockets. It also has a hood where the RK doesn’t.

 

[n816kc]

Love the HPG Windcheater, always seem to have it on when things work out. Not lightweight but it’s bombproof.