Proximity vs Stratus jacket

[Wvlungbuster]

Needing a versatile wind proof stand hunting jacket. It’s came down to these two. Anyone have experience either or both. Thanks

 

[dhsten]

Please someone chime in! Down to these two and possibly the FL Solitude.

 

[NICKJ]

Apples to oranges. Proximity and Solitude are insulated while the Stratus is a fleece backed windproof softshell type jacket (that you would have to layer under).

Really depends on what you want.

 

[Pizza Guy]

Just gonna start by recapping what Nick said, and they are 2 different jackets as the Proximity is insulated and the Stratus is not. Both are nice pieces. The Stratus is pretty versatile because it can cover a lot of temperature range depending on how you layer. The Proximity is pretty packable for a insulated jacket. It's not as heavy as the Solitude mentioned. This may come down to expected to outside temperature and how easily you get cold. If the majority of your hunting is in the 10-40° range then I'd go with the Proximity. If I could only purchase one coat, for stand hunting, I would start with something insulated such as the Proximity.

 

[TXCO]

I have a stratus set and have worn it with layers from 70 in texas down to 10 degrees in montana. Im a huge fan of it. The stratus is very versatile and quiet. If youre only hunting in the cold, id look for more insulation built in.


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[Ho5tile1]

The stratus stops wind better then the proximity but the proximity does a good job and is warmer they are both very quiet I have them both and use the proximity way more but the stratus is a little more versatile with layers. now if it’s really cold I use the fanatic top and bottom can’t go wrong with ether but with the stratus you will have to purchase or have more layers on depending how cold you run. I get cold easy while in the tree..


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[Rugger7622]

Take a look at Pnuma Waypoint. Great jacket, wind proof and more substantial that Stratus. I have both and when the temp drops I find myself reaching for the Waypoint more.

 

[PhongH]

I had the Stratus bibs and jacket and now have the Proximity set. I had to layer quite a bit with the Stratus - base layers, mid layer, insulation, then Stratus. With the Proximity I just wear base layers and I am more comfortable at the same temperatures. I would say the Proximity sits right between the Stratus and Fanatic.

 

[FLHunter87]

I had the Stratus bibs and jacket and now have the Proximity set. I had to layer quite a bit with the Stratus - base layers, mid layer, insulation, then Stratus. With the Proximity I just wear base layers and I am more comfortable at the same temperatures. I would say the Proximity sits right between the Stratus and Fanatic.

How is the fit? Should I size up to layer and be comfortable? I have 1 pair of attack pants and once it gets to cold, I can't wear a layer under. They fit just right. I have been debating on new winter gear(i wouldnt use it much, North FL). Plan trips every year or 2 so weather is always unknown. I have been looking at the Proximity set. Also been looking at the Timberline Pants and a Jetstream Jacket. I dont really like wearing more than a base layer and outer unless I really need to. I hated the Stratus fit. To bulky and big.

 

[Lxhuntinpa]

Timberlines won’t be any warmer than the attacks maybe when walking but not while sitting in a stand. The Jetstream will be no different than the stratus when sitting as well. If you want warm without layering you need a jacket with some sort of insulation. Not just a few pieces of fleece sewn together.

 

[FLHunter87]

Timberlines won’t be any warmer than the attacks maybe when walking but not while sitting in a stand. The Jetstream will be no different than the stratus when sitting as well. If you want warm without layering you need a jacket with some sort of insulation. Not just a few pieces of fleece sewn together.

I guess I'm going with the Proximity set when the time comes.