Cold weather archery camo

[not on the rug]

I'm in the market for some new stuff. Right now I'm eyeballing the cabelas bowhunter extreme sst parka and bibs. Thoughts? Any other suggestions. Thoughts on sitka, first lite and the other big ones?

[BowhunterNJ]

For stand hunting, the warmest stuff I've found and really like is the Day One Camo:  https://dayonecamouflage.com/

The parka is honestly second to none in terms of warmth and quietness.

The bibs also.

If you are walking more than 200 yds, I'd pack this stuff in and put it on when you get there because you'll be sweating your butt off.

I have it in fleece with Wind Stopper and it's cozy for sure!

Plus it's custom fit/cut for you!

[not on the rug]

I was looking at that stuff the other day as well as gray wolf woolens. Both companies make really nice stuff.

 

What camo pattern do you have?

[BowhunterNJ]

I have the Predator Gray, love it!

I have a fleece turtleneck from GWW and really like it too.  It's expensive, but great for cutting that breeze to the neck!

[BowTechExperience]

For stand hunting, the warmest stuff I've found and really like is the Day One Camo:  https://dayonecamouflage.com/

The parka is honestly second to none in terms of warmth and quietness.

The bibs also.

If you are walking more than 200 yds, I'd pack this stuff in and put it on when you get there because you'll be sweating your butt off.

I have it in fleece with Wind Stopper and it's cozy for sure!

Plus it's custom fit/cut for you!

 

 

X2..... This stuff in incredibly warm in the coldest weather we experience in NJ

[not on the rug]

The predator gray is nice. I kinda like the predator deception or the asat. I'm actually strongly leaning towards this stuff now, I just need to pick a camo pattern

[LPJR]

No matter which outer jacket and pants i wear, I  always have Under Armour Cold Gear beneath. Thin, light, and I usually do not have to wear tons of layers with it. 

[smoking gun]

Dicks had coveralls in sale scent blocker and waterproof I have a pair and it was worth the 90 buck I got them last year and the fiance just bought a set.imo I'm a coverall guy they're the way to go a pair of jogging pants and a hoodie and bam your right in them and toasty a dash of dead down wind on the boots and the legs and you will be set and ready to go.they also resist brairs

[Kype]

strange, i have not heard of day one camo. i will defiently check it out for my self, thanks

[Heavyopp]

I've really been leaning towards getting one of this IWOM suits -- actually I need 2 sets -- one for me and one for my boy

 

The only thing stopping me is the price -- $350 each

 

I can't find a bad review of them anywhere and the good reviews are nothing but praise and "how did I survive without" type stuff

[rgw]

not sure I can answer your question, you been slumming and posted the same thing on the other site

[not on the rug]

not sure I can answer your question, you been slumming and posted the same thing on the other site

I know ...

I thought there might be one or two intelligent people left over there to give me a decent suggestion. I actually got a few decent responses from the drama crowd

[Haskell_Hunter]

I buy this silk stuff from Campmor:

 

https://www.campmor.com/c/terramar-thermasilk-cs-silk-lightweight-pants-mens

https://www.campmor.com/c/terramar-thermasilk-cs-silk-lightweight-long-sleeve-crew-shirt-mens

https://www.campmor.com/c/terramar-thermasilk-cs-silk-over-the-calf-liner-socks

https://www.campmor.com/c/terramar-thermasilk-cs-glove-liners

 

That's the first layer that I put on.  Stuff is fabulous, thin and light.  I put the gloves on and then put my fingerless gloves on over them.  I've never had to fold the mitten hood over to keep my fingers warm, even in 0F weather.

 

Regular long underwear is my next layer, jeans and heavy button-down shirt the next.  Maybe a sweatshirt after that, definitely the Woolrich heavy wool shirt though.  Then I put my Carhart bib on and my heavy Cabelas camo jacket on after that.  I have sat all day in -20F weather with that gear on.

 

The silk part is the secret.  I use three natural materials--silk, cotton, and wool.  Together they keep my warm and dry in almost any kind of weather.  But IMHO the silk makes the biggest difference.  Really holds the heat close to your body and keeps the moisture off.  Plus it's comfortable as heck.  Strongly recommend it!

 

Campmor is online as well as having a retail store on Rt 17N, just north of Paramus.  I cannot go in there without spending money.  One of the best outdoors stores in the area, but they don't sell hunting stuff.  No matter, it's all outdoor gear and the people who work there actually use the products.

[not on the rug]

I decided to go with the Day One fleece in ASAT camo.  Parka that is lined with windstop and insulated, bibs that are lined with windstop, and a hat that is lined with windstop and insulated.  I'm imagining that setup should do the trick.  Thanks for the suggestions guys

Edited November 24, 2015 by not on the rug

[BowTechExperience]

You won't be disappointed with the Day One. If you have a long walk in, pack your parka and bibs.. This stuff is warm, it's like wearing a heavy quilted blanket that fits properly.. The thigh pockets in the bibs are great as it allows your hands access to one of the warmest parts of  your body as you sit on stand and the stand up collar on the parka is awesome and keeps cold air off your neck so you don't have to wear a hood. GREAT STUFF 

Edited November 24, 2015 by BowTechExperience