I know this topic has been discussed in the archives but seems like it has been a while and with the way prices have gone up over the past few seasons, I wanted to get some fresh, up-to-date perspectives.
Don't get wrong, I love my hunting gear and that is about all I have exclusively bought. However, looking at some of the current prices for clothing, I am wondering if it is in best interest to look outside the traditional hunting space. For those that have done so, what are your go-to brands? For those running non-hunting brands, was it due to cost (are costs actually cheaper in those non-hunting brands) or maybe better performance compared to hunting brands (materials, durability, etc.)?
I am looking to refresh a few pieces in my kit (specifically mid-layers and puffy). Camo does not concern me so I am starting to look into both hunting and other outdoor brands. Appreciate any feedback or recent gear failures/successes you can share.
Don't get wrong, I love my hunting gear and that is about all I have exclusively bought. However, looking at some of the current prices for clothing, I am wondering if it is in best interest to look outside the traditional hunting space. For those that have done so, what are your go-to brands? For those running non-hunting brands, was it due to cost (are costs actually cheaper in those non-hunting brands) or maybe better performance compared to hunting brands (materials, durability, etc.)?
I am looking to refresh a few pieces in my kit (specifically mid-layers and puffy). Camo does not concern me so I am starting to look into both hunting and other outdoor brands. Appreciate any feedback or recent gear failures/successes you can share.
