Sitka Windstopper Pullover Hoodie

[JAC8504]

I wish they'd come back in stock. I am obsessed with hoodies and I think I would end up using it on just about every single hunt

 

[mtwarden]

The kangaroo pocket might be handy sometimes, but am I missing something—no zipper at all????

Windstopper does a very good job of keeping wind out and pretty good job of keeping precip out; what it doesn't do a good job of is breathing. I'd definitely want a pretty deep zipper in front.

Also looking at the hood, the two draw cords for the hood (if that's all there is), is not nearly as good as an adjustment on the rear of the hood ie the old Flash, all their rain gear, etc.

I still use my old Flash quite a bit, mostly as a lightweight rain jacket when expecting no to light precip. It's pretty darn nice glassing in windy conditions as well. I think they were a little premature in ditching the Flash.

 

[Lowg08]

The kangaroo pocket might be handy sometimes, but am I missing something—no zipper at all????

Windstopper does a very good job of keeping wind out and pretty good job of keeping precip out; what it doesn't do a good job of is breathing. I'd definitely want a pretty deep zipper in front.

Also looking at the hood, the two draw cords for the hood (if that's all there is), is not nearly as good as an adjustment on the rear of the hood ie the old Flash, all their rain gear, etc.

I still use my old Flash quite a bit, mostly as a lightweight rain jacket when expecting no to light precip. It's pretty darn nice glassing in windy conditions as well. I think they were a little premature in ditching the Flash.

You would be correct in all you take away. For wearing as an active item it does have flaws. I also agree with the flash being taking away to quickly. I had two of them and they were really useful. The hoodie for me is a stationary piece. If I do walk in it its in the teens but so far I have only carried it in and used it as a midlayer. I plan to carry it in and use as an outer in mild days. I don’t believe it would be a choice for me in an active situation.

 

[mtwarden]

Have you put it on a scale by chance; don't see a weight listed on their site.

 

[Buckhead]

Speaking for myself, bought it because it was an incredible deal ($63 delivered) Being in subalpine, it matches most of my other Sitka stuff. I have only used it one weekend, but was able to layer underneath without overheating. Typical Sitka quality. Nice lightweight windbreaker, comfortable. As others have mentioned, if you tend to get hot, just throw it in your pack for when needed.

I like the fit as well, although hooded pullover sweatshirts aren’t for everyone. I wear sweatshirts all the time. Will buy another in non camo if they do another promo pricing event.