Ambient 100 Vest Reviews

Michael R.

Apr 4, 2026

3/5

Ambient 100 Vest

The vest runs small. I am 6’ 175 lbs. I ordered a large and it fit very snug. The return process was pretty simple and I have an XL on the way. I wish Sitka had better help with sizing on the website. I would suggest including what size the model is wearing and his height and weight. The vest looked cool though and I’m excited to receive my xl.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Sitka Black · Size: L

Roy G.

Apr 2, 2026

5/5

Great Lightweight Vest

This vest is lightweight and yet very warm. I got it in black for every day use. Morning starting in the 50s and warm up to the upper 70s and I can comfortably wear it most all day long. It breeze very well yet keeps me warm in the chill of the morning. It is live as a feather too and a good looking vest. Probably need to get one of these in camo to hunt with. Would I bite it again, heck yes!

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Kristofer K.

Mar 24, 2026

5/5

My favorite piece of gear.

My favorite piece of gear. Not my only piece. Spend September in public land Elk country and the rest of the time in South Georgia. I wear it often and pack it always! Never without. It’s as technical as the Ambien hoodie, which makes the best spike camp pillow. Probably true to size for millennial and them short shorts wearing people

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

John A.

Apr 9, 2026

4/5

Nice vest.

Vest is light, soft and quiet. You can feel warmth when trying it on. I’m 5’11 210 and XL fit snug especially at arm holes. Could fit a heavy base layer under it. If you want multiple layers under neath definitely size up.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Hank P.

Apr 3, 2026

5/5

Exceptional best, very thin but

Exceptional best, very thin but keeps wind out. Got a large and is a little snug, I am 5’ 7”, 185, zipper is hard to use. Hopefully will loosen up after use. Probably should have ordered a XL. Well made and looks good.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: L

Rob E.

Mar 16, 2026

5/5

Lightweight powerhouse

Awesome vest for layering. Super thin and lightweight, you can easily throw this in your pack and not notice a difference. I was honestly surprised at the added warmth. I threw this on over a core merino 330 and a fanatic jacket on top for whitetail rifle season in PA with temps in high 20s low 30s and I was comfortable. Fanatic bibs were also on which do add some core warmth but regardless this thing is perfect. I’m not a stalking type hunter but I can see this being great while active since it does breathe when you need it to. Top notch as expected from Sitka as always.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Joel M.

Mar 24, 2026

5/5

Perfect light vest for early season.

I hunt black bear in MN and early September can still be quite warm, even in northern MN. This vest is real light and the perfect camo for the poplar mixed woods I hunt.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XXL

Bobby D.

Mar 18, 2026

5/5

Very nice light/warm vest. I

Very nice light/warm vest. I had a Stratus vest that I wore out hunting and wanted something a little more refined to wear casually. This vest hit the mark. I wear an XL and the Stratus and Dakota vests in XL are a little bigger than the Ambient.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Matt J.

Mar 31, 2026

5/5

Great Vest

Love the fit of the XL on my frame. Allows me to either layer it over other items or under a jacket. The warmth is great and it does breathe well.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Jeffrey S.

Mar 29, 2026

5/5

Great light weight vest

Runs a little smaller for a large I am 5 foot 6 and 177 pounds but overall great layer system for cool daya

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Sitka Black · Size: L

mark s.

Apr 10, 2026

5/5

Awesome Vest

Real warm where it counts. Highly recommended as a package layering piece.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Jenifer M.

Apr 9, 2026

5/5

Lightweight, packable & so warm

Very versatile, functional and way warmer than expected. Absolutely love the Ambient line.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Brett W.

Mar 18, 2026

5/5

Ambient Vest

Lightweight and warm which makes it great for the pack. I've worn it under a jacket as a middle layer in colder temps, and as an outer layer over a long sleeve for the not so cold days. Definitely recommend.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: L

Steven J.

Apr 6, 2026

5/5

Perfect vest

Ambient veat is just what I was looking for True to size, lightweight and surprisingly warm.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: L

Neil W.

Mar 31, 2026

5/5

Quality

I haven’t gotten to use it yet, but plan to take it on my archery bull elk hunt in September and my Spring turkey hunt in a few weeks. It fits great.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

tucker G.

Mar 31, 2026

5/5

Perfect fit and layer

Great layer for early season turkey on those cool mornings.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: L

matthew b.

Mar 18, 2026

5/5

Ambient vest

Very comfortable. Gives you a little warmth on those chilly but not cold mornings. I am 6. 2 215 ibs. XL was true to size

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Chris A.

Mar 29, 2026

5/5

Ambient Vest

This ambient vest in black is true to size and it’s lightweight and very toasty. I love this thing.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XXL

Kyle s.

Mar 21, 2026

5/5

Love it

Love the fit, it is very lightweight. I feel like it add just the right amount of warmth if your active.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Chuck S.

Apr 7, 2026

5/5

Very nice vest. Typical Sitka

Very nice vest. Typical Sitka quality.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Nick M.

Mar 21, 2026

5/5

Perfect

Great fit and perfect for those early morning September hunts. Easily pack away when it warms up in the late morning. . .

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Matt B.

Apr 8, 2026

5/5

100 vest

Will be great mid layer under my jet stream

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XXL

Preston B.

Apr 2, 2026

2/5

Runs Small

Nice light weight vest but runs small and short.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Sitka Black

Denise N.

Apr 2, 2026

5/5

Nice vest

Nice lightweight vest. Great fit.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: L

Craig W.

Mar 27, 2026

5/5

Love my Vest--but love all mu Sitka stuff

I got this thinking I would wear it some and found it my go too selection.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: L

Kathryn L.

Mar 28, 2026

5/5

Looks sharp

My girlfriend loves it when I wear this vest - such a clean look.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Todd R.

Mar 18, 2026

3/5

Great quality, runs very small

Fits like a large, can't wear over a sweatshirt. As always with Sitka, the quality is there.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Joshua Z.

Apr 6, 2026

5/5

Great vest

Slim and lite weight but warm

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

John W.

Mar 17, 2026

3/5

Light weight vest

Lighter weight then I thought but be great for early season

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Will M.

Apr 7, 2026

4/5

Runs a bit tight but

Runs a bit tight but good vest

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Sitka Black · Size: L

Donovan R.

Mar 14, 2026

5/5

Incredible

Great fit, well built, just need a critter to spot and stock.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: M

Melvin D.

Apr 6, 2026

5/5

Great product and fit!

Great product and fit!

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: L

James C.

Mar 23, 2026

5/5

Great Layer

Great mid layer. Warm and super comfortable

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

Brenda B.

Apr 4, 2026

5/5

Casual but dressy

Casual but dressy

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: L

Paul K.

Mar 17, 2026

5/5

Vest

excellent quality. Runs small to size.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Sitka Black · Size: M

Matthew C.

Mar 18, 2026

5/5

Amazing

This vest way out preformed my expectations!

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Allyson L.

Mar 23, 2026

4/5

Good quality, runs a bit

Good quality, runs a bit small

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Kyle S.

Jan 18, 2026

4/5

It looks great

I like this family of jackets and vest but the sizing has been hit or miss for me. It is warm but not winter more, more of a light fall breezy kind of vest. It looks great on and wears great but again not what I’d wear any time past October.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Owen R.

Mar 18, 2026

5/5

Good vest

Best best and very warm

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XL

James J.

Mar 16, 2026

5/5

Ambient 100 vest

Great product! Love this vest!

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Sitka Black · Size: XXL

Adam B.

Jan 28, 2026

5/5

Great vest

Good vest for layering or eary season !!

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

David P.

Nov 15, 2025

5/5

One of the most under utilized pieces.

If you’re looking to avoid the inevitable sweat fest during high output activity in the mild cold this is a key piece. This with a nice long sleeve base (my favorite is the Sitka merino armor spun) and a pair of light gloves keeps me super comfortable. I just adjust my pace accordingly to keep the sweat at bay.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Chris R.

Dec 28, 2025

5/5

Solid piece

Typical great Sitka quality. The ambient line breathes yet when combined with layers is toasty warm.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small

Cody R.

Dec 9, 2025

5/5

Nice vest

I like wearing it under other layers or as an outer layer scouting. It packs nicely. Fits a little tight but that makes it great to layer over

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: Runs small

Aleksandr K.

Dec 8, 2025

5/5

Ambient 100 Vest

The Ambient 100 jacket is warm and stretches comfortably, providing both insulation and flexibility.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Brandon O.

Dec 1, 2025

4/5

Light weight

Love this piece but runs small I got a large and it fits better under a sweatshirt than over.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: Runs small

Danny B.

Nov 13, 2025

5/5

Ambient Vest

A nice layering piece for mornings that start cool and warm up quickly. Good for wearing under a jacket without adding bulk and then as temps rise, worn as an outer layer when jacket is removed.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Kathy S.

Dec 24, 2025

5/5

Awesome

My grandson loves this vest

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Josh M.

Nov 19, 2025

5/5

ambient vest

love the low profile of this but it adds a good amount of warmth in those cool morning and evening hunts. love it!

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Blake B.

Nov 16, 2025

4/5

Ambient

Good mid layer addition to wear under the stratus. If couldn’t than 45 recommend this on top of fanatic hoodie under the stratus or fanatic

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small