Sitka Fanatic Sizing - L or XL?

[City Slicker]

Hoping to get some input on the Sikta Fanatic jacket, as I don't have a retailer nearby with a jacket in stock. I'm 6'2" 185-195lbs, thin build - 42" chest, 35.5" sleeve length. According to the Sitka size chart, I should order a large. However, I own a large tall in the Fanatic Hoodie, and it fits perfectly to my liking - still loose around the chest and long enough in the sleeve and torso. My main concern, since the Fanatic Jacket isn't in a large tall, is the torso length - as I prefer the longer length. Would a large be sufficient or should I size up to a XL? Appreciate any opinions!

 

[Buckhead]

I am 6’3”, 205, 44L in a suit. In most Sitka tops/jackets, wear an XL mostly, but L in certain items. Fanatic jacket is one of those. Am a L in both the bibs and jacket.

I suspect that you are a L also. To be sure, swing by a retailer that carries Sitka and try one on.

 

[JasonT]

I’m 5’10” 190 lbs and I just got the XL, don’t think I would want the L. I lean toward XL
In almost all sitka items.

 

[Beagle1]

5’11”, 175 lbs., 44R. XL Fanatic jacket, L bibs.

 

[Ditt44]

6'2 195. Get the Large. I made a mistake of getting the XL Stratus jacket and while it layers very well, it layers a bit too well. I got the Fanatic in L and it's fine with layers.

My temp range is 35 or below for typical layering:
UA compression Tee, long or short sleeve; Sitka heavy merino top; Fanatic hoodie.
I wear the Incinerator hat as well and if it's closer to or below 20 F, then I'm taking the neck gaiter.

I prefer the bibs for the cold for the extra lower back and abdomen coverage. I have those in a large and layer those with a light merino, heavy merino, Equinox midi pants then the bibs. If it's a situation where I'll be moving as much as sitting, I'll swap the Timberline pants for the bibs, especially if it is not a windy day.

Also will say that I wear the light weight Fanatic gloves in ANY temperature. The hand muff pocket is fantastic. I usually have a pair of Traverse gloves and an orange Stratus beanie in there as well. If I add a hand warmer, it's almost too warm.

 

[mtfallon]

I'm 6'2" 200lbs and have worn both, it really depends how much you want to layer under it. With minimal layers (base layer and a long sleeve or thin hoody) the Large will be good, if you want to wear bulkier stuff and prefer a baggier fit then go XL.

 

[JimGa]

I'm 5-10, 175 and need a L to be able to have any layers underneath. Could wear a M, but would only be able to have a baselayer under the jacket.

 

[WJS23]

I’m 5’8 220 and have a 48 in chest I went with the xl. The jacket is a little shorter than others because is supposed to be paired with bibs

 

[City Slicker]

So I was able to stop in a couple of stores to try the fanatic jacket on. The large was too short for my liking. The XL was a little wide in the chest and arms, but the torso length was good. The wife suggested trying on a women's XL, as the size chart online showed a 42"-44" chest, which was similar to the men's large (42"-45") and well, it fit like a glove. Fit like the men's large with the torso length of a men's XL. Guess I now have the added bonus of a hood.

 

[City Slicker]

Appreciate all of the replies!

6'2 195. Get the Large. I made a mistake of getting the XL Stratus jacket and while it layers very well, it layers a bit too well. I got the Fanatic in L and it's fine with layers.

My temp range is 35 or below for typical layering:
UA compression Tee, long or short sleeve; Sitka heavy merino top; Fanatic hoodie.
I wear the Incinerator hat as well and if it's closer to or below 20 F, then I'm taking the neck gaiter.

I prefer the bibs for the cold for the extra lower back and abdomen coverage. I have those in a large and layer those with a light merino, heavy merino, Equinox midi pants then the bibs. If it's a situation where I'll be moving as much as sitting, I'll swap the Timberline pants for the bibs, especially if it is not a windy day.

Also will say that I wear the light weight Fanatic gloves in ANY temperature. The hand muff pocket is fantastic. I usually have a pair of Traverse gloves and an orange Stratus beanie in there as well. If I add a hand warmer, it's almost too warm.

Glad to hear the hand muff pocket works well! I usually don't like to wear gloves, so it will be nice to have warm hands for once lol

 

[Buckhead]

The Fanatic is definitely warm. Living in N Georgia, overkill for me. Occasionally, temps will hit the low 20’s (morning) gradually warming during the day. Cold tolerance is a personal thing, but I have been able to layer and use my Stratus jacket and bibs for 90% of my hunting. (Have Fanatic and Solitude sets sitting in basement) Normally wear a combination of long underwear and various insulating layers and can stay comfortable. Midi pants are a game changer. ( If Sitka only made some Fanatic socks, I would be a happy camper)

Probably laziness as much as anything. I try to minimize the amount of gear I take to the hunt club. I generally rifle hunt from ground blinds and tree stands, guessing bow hunting might change my opinion somewhat.