Sitka jet stream vs timberline

[hunterman_78]

I'm investing in a while camo set this yr. I've decided to go with sitka gear. Ive got everything decided on except for a jacket. I've narrowed it down to either the jet stream or the timber line. What is the difference between the two? I looked at the Jetstream in the store today and like it but the timberline wasn't in stock. Is the timberline the same material? Im going to be using it in sept chasing elk, it's in the high 30s in the morning and eventually ends up in the 70s later in the day. Which way would you guys go? What's the pros and cons of each? Thanks

 

[ianpadron]

I'm investing in a while camo set this yr. I've decided to go with sitka gear. Ive got everything decided on except for a jacket. I've narrowed it down to either the jet stream or the timber line. What is the difference between the two? I looked at the Jetstream in the store today and like it but the timberline wasn't in stock. Is the timberline the same material? Im going to be using it in sept chasing elk, it's in the high 30s in the morning and eventually ends up in the 70s later in the day. Which way would you guys go? What's the pros and cons of each? Thanks

Go with the Timberline. Lighter, packs way smaller, fully taped seams, layers better. You name it, it's my new favorite jacket.

Not as warm as the Jetstream but for September, who cares. You can get em online for like 279 right now, that's a smokin deal.

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[hunterman_78]

Would the timberline do OK for a few hunts chasing blacktail in Nov? It's main purpose will be elk and blacktail in sept but will go after deer in Nov a few times as well

 

[ianpadron]

Would the timberline do OK for a few hunts chasing blacktail in Nov? It's main purpose will be elk and blacktail in sept but will go after deer in Nov a few times as well

Haven't used mine in November but I'd bet it would work. If you're hunting Blacktail I'm guessing you're in the PNW.

Throw a rainshell on top if it starts pissin' rain, and a puffy underneath for some extra warmth and you're good to go just about anywhere.

Personally, in rainy conditions I leave the softshells at home and just rock a hard shell over my insulation layers.

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[hunterman_78]

Cool. Thanks for the info. I'll look at a hard shell for later in the season

 

[hunterman_78]

I don't see the point of the timberline. The jetstream has pit zips, more insulation, but does lack taped seams.

If you want lighter, less insulation, smaller packing why not get the mountain jacket?


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I want a jacket with a hood for the early season. Looking at Sitka's website the mountain jacket doesn't have one... Or am I looking at the wrong one?

 

[tipsntails7]

I want a jacket with a hood for the early season. Looking at Sitka's website the mountain jacket doesn't have one... Or am I looking at the wrong one?

No your right.


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[kodiakfly]

Whitetails where and how? I'd not wear the Timberline in November sitting in a treestand. It's got no insulation, but isn't a shell enough for a cold rain. I guess if it was warm enough out and you wanted to break the wind over some insulation, sure. But the Timberline fits a bit more "athletic." I couldn't get a puffy or November-level insulation under it.

I would/will hunt whitetails in a treestand in my Jetstream because I did buy it sized up and I've lost a bunch of weight, so I can get some fall-level insulation under it and it's got it's own insulation to it. My Timberline is (in my mind) PERFECT for going up a hill and hunting actively. It does need pit zips, but I've said it since I got mine in September, Sitka really hit a homerun with that jacket. That thing is awesome, and for me, it's handled the rain better than a lot of people think it would.

 

[pwsINC]

haven't looking at my jetstream since getting timberline... I mean if I need more warmth I'd rather layer. a timberline with an extra core midweight or heavy weight is warmer, more versatile and about same weight.

Timberline can be used as substitute for rain jacket for mild rain events.

I would NEVER wear a timberline in tree stand.... to loud in my opinion.


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[hunterman_78]

Spot and stalk for both the elk and blacktail. The black tail is in western WA.

 

[ianpadron]

I don't see the point of the timberline. The jetstream has pit zips, more insulation, but does lack taped seams.

If you want lighter, less insulation, smaller packing why not get the mountain jacket?


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No hood.

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[KMT]

I have a jetstream. It's really not very warm and doesn't pack down very well. I might wear it for a quick afternoon hunt. But if I pack in somewhere, it stays in the truck. It's the least used jacket that I own.

 

[sr80]

i really like the timberline jacket..much more versatile than the jetstream i find. The jetstream wouldnt come out of the closet till late season for me. But the timberline will be in my pack all season due to the fact i can layer accordingly for the temp. I didnt think it would breath very well at first , but it in fact breathes very well.

 

[GKPrice]

my hunting partner wears a Jetstream jacket and loves it but I haven't pressed him on WPness - I had a timberline jacket and sold it after it took rain after about 30 seconds in the first shower it was exposed to, no coating is gonna make that water "resistant" IME

 

[GKPrice]

Whitetails where and how? I'd not wear the Timberline in November sitting in a treestand. It's got no insulation, but isn't a shell enough for a cold rain. I guess if it was warm enough out and you wanted to break the wind over some insulation, sure. But the Timberline fits a bit more "athletic." I couldn't get a puffy or November-level insulation under it.

I would/will hunt whitetails in a treestand in my Jetstream because I did buy it sized up and I've lost a bunch of weight, so I can get some fall-level insulation under it and it's got it's own insulation to it. My Timberline is (in my mind) PERFECT for going up a hill and hunting actively. It does need pit zips, but I've said it since I got mine in September, Sitka really hit a homerun with that jacket. That thing is awesome, and for me, it's handled the rain better than a lot of people think it would.

maybe we got 2 culls, outside cleaning up meat when a shower started, before we could get 25 yards to the shop we both were wet underneath, that's with Timberline jackets - not a big deal there but is sure could be up on a mountain

 

[Trial153]

I had both. The jet stream is still here and the timberline isn't. It's a rare trip I don't have my jet stream jacket and vest packed.

 

[kodiakfly]

maybe we got 2 culls, outside cleaning up meat when a shower started, before we could get 25 yards to the shop we both were wet underneath, that's with Timberline jackets - not a big deal there but is sure could be up on a mountain

That's odd. I for sure wouldn't call it a rain jacket, but it keeps me dry in short shower or spitting rain.

 

[FlyGuy]

I have and I really like the jetstream, but never used it last September that I recall.

I used it a good bit in a tree stand for WT, but I would not recommend it for sitting still in really cold temps. Built more for moving around in really cold temps.

Looks like I may need to checkout the timberline though based on the comments above.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Anyone know if they will offer the timberline jacket in the new subalpine pattern.

I believe they announce the jet stream jacket and mountain jacket. I have also seen comment that suggests they will do the timberline pants but nothing on the timberline jacket.

 

[GKPrice]

That's odd. I for sure wouldn't call it a rain jacket, but it keeps me dry in short shower or spitting rain.

when I sprung for 2, one for my son and one for me, I was expecting that to be the case - When you read the Sitka description you'd sure think it was very water "resistant" - I was unpleasantly surprised by that performance myself, it's the reason I went on the "look" post season, found the HH on Amazon, gave it a try and for $70 I'm thinking I've found "my" perfect "just in case" jacket - BTW, I like Sitka Gear ....