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Fanatic Jacket Reviews

Nick

Verified Buyer

I had the stratus system

I had the stratus system for 2 years whitetail hunting in NY and it was great but I needed something for below 25 degrees. This thing PERFORMS. Cannot wear it walking into the woods or climbing up the tree/saddle because you overhear easily. Used it in 15 degrees with fanatic hoody and the core heavyweight T and I was snug for hours. It fits true to size and the pockets/magnets are in great spots.

Dec 15, 2022

Adam

Verified Buyer

Very warm. Fits as described.

Very warm. Fits as described. Very good quality

Dec 15, 2022

Zane

Verified Buyer

I am 6’ 160 lbs,

I am 6’ 160 lbs, got a large and fits just like I thought it would. Never new a jacket t could be so warm. The prima loft insulation is great idk why but it’s very warm.

Dec 14, 2022

Jonathan H.

Verified Buyer

All I have to say

All I have to say is crazy warm. I had my doubts at first, but that was gone after wearing them on a sit in 20 degrees. And I actually unzipped it a little to cool off.

Military & Veterans

Dec 14, 2022

Ryan

Verified Buyer

This is my favorite piece

This is my favorite piece of hunting clothing now. It is super warm, sat on a zero degree morning with it and a hoodie and was perfectly warm.

Military & Veterans

Dec 13, 2022

John

Verified Buyer

Purchased both jacket and bibs,

Purchased both jacket and bibs, love them both had some bad weather and kept me warm and dry! Best gear I ever purchased!!

Military & Veterans

Dec 13, 2022

Thomas H.

Verified Buyer

One of my favorite pieces

One of my favorite pieces of gear. Wore it in Illinois, snow and harsh winds and it’s a life saver. I’m 6’3 and 230 lbs XL fit well. It’s a little more baggy in the stomach area than I’d like but with layers under it was fine. Never got in the way or anything. 10/10 recommend!

Military & Veterans

Dec 12, 2022

Michael T.

Verified Buyer

I just received this prior

I just received this prior to heading up to Michigan for the opener. We ended up getting 10 inches of snow and the jacket and bibs were awesome. I have never been this comfortable in a stand with this bad a weather. Thanks for a great product!

Employee

Dec 12, 2022

Thor L.

Verified Buyer

Comfy!

Comfy!

Nov 30, 2022

Alex

Verified Buyer

I was skeptical at first

I was skeptical at first due to the price, but I’m sure glad I pulled the trigger and bought this! The jacket is the warmest and quietest piece of hunting gear I have owned to date! The front hand warmer pocket is a life saver! You won’t be disappointed with this jacket!

Military & Veterans

Nov 27, 2022

Mike T.

Verified Buyer

The only reason 4 stars

The only reason 4 stars instead of 5 is that it attracts all types of burrs.

Pro

Nov 26, 2022

Joseph S.

Verified Buyer

This product is quality made,

This product is quality made, and it is obvious that the company spent a significant amount of time on the design and functionality. Overall I would recommend this jacket to anyone. I previously owned a competitors jacket and found the fanatic to be less warm, and less wind proof. The jacket also no longer comes with a hood and on the cold windy days of MN rifle/ late bow, this option is greatly missed. This jacket also does not hold up to wet snow or rainy conditions, but would be a fine option paired with a waterproof coat over.

Military & Veterans

Nov 26, 2022

Bill M.

Verified Buyer

Great coat. Not sure I

Great coat. Not sure I got the right size, but it’s still great

Military & Veterans

Nov 25, 2022

Northernwihunter

Verified Buyer

I grew up hunting in

I grew up hunting in northern Wi, where the temps are cold and deer are few. I used to dread that back half of hunts were you just sit in your stand and shiver. I’m in high school and spent all my money on the fanatic set, and don’t regret it. In my opinion it is the best stationary whitetail set you can buy. Trust me I was initially not a Sitka believer. Now my thought is that the people that don’t believe in Sitka are the ones who haven’t tried wearing it in the woods. It’s legit.

Nov 23, 2022

Jeremy

Verified Buyer

Bought this set shortly before

Bought this set shortly before going to Kansas. It was 12 degrees with a 25+ mph wind. I was warm for the entire hunt. I have always been a person to get cold easy. That being said i would recommend not wearing to walk to your stand if you have to cover some distance. I wore a set of thermals with my regular camo over that and then put the fanatic bibs and jacket on once I got to my stand after the first hunt. Doing this I should have bought it one size larger. Highly recommend!

Military & Veterans

Nov 23, 2022

Adam

Verified Buyer

This jacket is a must

This jacket is a must have for bowhunters. Very quiet and warm. Front pouch works well for storage and warming hands. Jacket is low bulk for string clearance. I wear the fanatic hoody and lightweight long-sleeved shirt underneath and stay plenty warm.

Nov 23, 2022

Andy L.

Verified Buyer

I am on my third

I am on my third season using this piece in the midwest and it has stood up through some very cold sits and a minimum of 5 deer seasons and still going strong. Absolute must have for any serious hunter!

Military & Veterans

Nov 22, 2022

Toledo T.

Verified Buyer

Finally a bow hunting suit

Finally a bow hunting suit that’s not too bulky and is designed FOR bow hunters. Ultra quiet and super warm. Home run

Nov 21, 2022

Alex F.

Verified Buyer

This weekend was the WI

This weekend was the WI Deer gun opener and the weather was just plane miserable to say the least. This coat and bib combo provided excellent warmth and wind protection in sub zero conditions making the day bearable to hunt. The one thing that would make this combo better would be some Sitka Boots! Please design a cold weather boot as good as your clothing.

Military & Veterans

Nov 20, 2022

Dave T.

Verified Buyer

I have a good mix

I have a good mix of all the top hunting brands. Did a ton of research before pulling the trigger on the fanatic set. This is as warm and quiet as advertised. 10 degree morning in a tree stand with simple base layers and I stayed toasty. Price tag was a gut punch at checkout but I have no regrets now.

Military & Veterans

Nov 19, 2022

Nathan

Verified Buyer

My Fanatic Jacket and Bibs

My Fanatic Jacket and Bibs arrived this morning just in time to get out for an afternoon hunt. This gear is hands down the best I have ever worn. I have never been so comfortable in the stand before. It was 28 degrees,10mph wind and snow. Very satisfied with the performance of this set. Will be comfortable and warm in the late season this year.

Military & Veterans

Nov 18, 2022

Antonio

Verified Buyer

I own both the jacket

I own both the jacket and bibs in the fanatic lineup and they are by far hands down the most comfortable, warmest, quietest gear I have ever owned. They are worth every penny.

Nov 15, 2022

Derek

Verified Buyer

Best cold weather gear I’ve

Best cold weather gear I’ve ever worn. You can have minimal layering underneath and still be warm. Also the design for bow hunting is amazing.

Military & Veterans

Nov 13, 2022

Breck

Verified Buyer

Had to come on here

Had to come on here to say how truly impressed I was by the Fanatic System. I’m a Wisconsin bowhunter and I used to freeze my butt off standing in trees during late November-January. Today I went out in sub 10°F weather with a +20mph wind with just one base layer under the fanatic jacket/bibs and I stayed toasty the entire time. The one thing I will say as a bowhunter is that the jacket is a bit bulky and took a little getting used to shooting with, but a few practice shots and I was fine. Sitka did a good job including some stretch fabric in areas rather than fleece to limit draw/release interference. Highly recommend this system to anyone who likes to sit out on freezing winter days waiting for that late season giant. Pair it with the incinerator hand muff and you can’t go wrong! In terms of warmth and durability it definitely lives up to the hype.

Nov 1, 2022

Scott K.

Verified Buyer

If you're a late season

If you're a late season big game hunter (bow or rifle) this is the jacket for you. I like to still hunt late season to find them in their beds and this jacket is deadly quiet.

Oct 17, 2022

John T.

Verified Buyer

Best hunting jacket for the

Best hunting jacket for the cold I’ve owned. I also like the quiet features it has as well.

Military & Veterans

Oct 12, 2022

Jeremy W.

Verified Buyer

This jacket is amazing, I

This jacket is amazing, I live in upstate NY and opening day for rifle was a high of 26F and a low of 11F with a decent breeze. I sat in the tree stand all day with absolutely no uncomfort. Will be getting the bibs for next year as my legs and toes were the only parts that started to get cold. When my fingers got cold, the kangaroo pocket on this jacket warmed them right up with no warmers inside.

Pro

Oct 12, 2022

Joseph W.

Verified Buyer

This was one of my

This was one of my first Sitka purchases and is definitely my go to during late season whitetail stand hunting in ND and MN. I have layered the Sitka base wear with it and hunted in -20 degree temps. It is a great setup for late season archery. I absolutely love this outfit and would highly recommend it to anyone.

Military & Veterans

Sep 29, 2022

Zac S.

Verified Buyer

I love this jacket. It’s

I love this jacket. It’s totally quite and I stay warm. The lowest temp I’ve reached in it was 1°F. I also have the matching bibs. Will recommend to anybody!

Sep 1, 2022

Drew F.

Verified Buyer

This jacket is very warm

This jacket is very warm and perfect for November archery and later archery in PA. Although the cross-body zipper takes a little getting used to, it's definitely worth having the pouch to keep your hands warm. If possible, you should carry this to the stand instead of wearing it in. As with most Sitka gear, I'm usually slightly in between sizes. The medium was too tight and the large has a little extra room especially in the waist area unless I have the bibs on too. I'm 5'-11' 180lbs with a lean athletic build. It's very quiet and well thought out.

Pro

Jul 12, 2022

Rob

Verified Buyer

By far the warmest hunting

By far the warmest hunting clothes in my closet. Engineered for performance. I was skeptical about the fit but soon realized I don’t need the same base layers as my “high dollar wool” required to stay warm. No shortages of pockets and probably too many for me and my ability to lose items in them. My only complaint is the camouflage pattern available in the whitetail Fanatic system. Not as versatile as other patterns available. Overall, very happy and warm!

Military & Veterans

Jun 27, 2022

Emmitt W.

Verified Buyer

This jacket is seriously SICK!

This jacket is seriously SICK! Feels great, nice and toasty. You can tell Sitka put a ton of thought in the design of this piece. 10/10 would buy again. For a size reference, it runs true to size, and is designed to be layered underneath. I am 6’2” ~190lb and wear an XL (my normal size). It fits great with room underneath for my other gear, while remaining slim enough for bow hunting.

May 2, 2022

Greg C.

Verified Buyer

This coat is all that

This coat is all that is advertised: exceptionally warm and roomy. My only problem is it is somewhat difficult to put on unless I wear something smooth under it. Definitely worth the money!

Apr 12, 2022

Dragains

Verified Buyer

I have fallen in love

I have fallen in love with this Jacket! After hunting the last 2 weeks in the late white tail season in ND the only complaint I have have is it does not have a hood! Thanks you Sitka for a Awesome jacket

Apr 12, 2022

Bernie K.

Verified Buyer

2nd day with this jacket

2nd day with this jacket in Iowa, it is not as warm as described. Works decent in a box blind, but if you get out in the wind it is ineffective keeping me warm. I have an earlier fanatic jacket which came with a hood. This jacket needs a hood. Come on Sitka it's supposed to be a cold weather jacket for bow hunting. Doesn't cut the mustard. Only positive thing is it is quiet. Don't buy this jacket if you're into all day sits where the temperatures are below freezing and there is wind.

Apr 12, 2022

Jeremy S.

Verified Buyer

Get cold in the tree

Get cold in the tree stand or blind late season? Not anymore! The fanatic jacket is fantastic. This jacket keeps me warm with and without layering up depending on the temp. Pair this with the fanatic bibs around 40 degrees and you won’t need to layer up.

Mar 16, 2022

Jeff K.

Verified Buyer

Absolutely love the entire fanatic

Absolutely love the entire fanatic lineup. Well thought out design, every pocket,zipper,button and magnet are in the right place. Only regret is not buying it sooner.

Military & Veterans

Mar 12, 2022

Cory

Verified Buyer

I bought the fanatic jacket

I bought the fanatic jacket and bibs because I was tired of being cold during late season in Kansas. I wore the bibs and jacket rifle hunting this year in December and loved them. It was 15 deg, snowing, and blowing wind. I was covered in snow but stayed toasty warm with just 250 merino wool top and bottom and the fanatic hoody underneath. Love the design with all the useful pockets and the front hand pouch is awesome. I’m 6 ft, 215 lbs and comfortably wear the large. I also have the stratus and wear that in large.

Military & Veterans

Feb 19, 2022

Mark

Verified Buyer

I took too long to

I took too long to buy this Fanatic jacket. Period. I wasted two seasons in far more layers than necessary. With wind chills in the single digits I wore UA long sleeve base layer, Sitka Merino wool heavyweight top, my Fanatic hoodie and this jacket. With the Incinerator hat and neck gaiter, you cannot beat this with anything out there. Bottom layers were Merino heavyweight, Midi pant and Stratus bibs. Gloves? Not really necessary but I wear the light weight Merinos. When you upper core is as warm as this jacket keeps you, the rest of your body is warmer as well. Adding just ONE hot hands warmer to the front pouch was more than enough and two... well, that was just stupid. You cannot go wrong here.

Military & Veterans

Feb 13, 2022

Kurp

Verified Buyer

Very warm and stops wind

Very warm and stops wind like a brick wall. First day I wore this jacket the wind was howling and it did not affect me one bit. The deer...yes

Feb 12, 2022

Tyler

Verified Buyer

The best jacket I’ve ever

The best jacket I’ve ever worn. I get cold very easily and single digits/wind are not an issue with this jacket. The front hoody pocket is an awesome design.

Military & Veterans

Jan 31, 2022

Jimmy K.

Verified Buyer

The Fanatic Jacket and Bibs

The Fanatic Jacket and Bibs are by far the best and warmest clothing I have ever owned in my 50 years of hunting. I would recommend them to anyone that still hunts in the cold weather and wind. Wished I had tried them long ago.

Jan 21, 2022

Will

Verified Buyer

This jacket is great. I

This jacket is great. I am in Texas and it is a little much great for 30-40°F. Anything past that and you'll be sweating. Otherwise it is amazing.

Jan 20, 2022

Daniel B.

Verified Buyer

These things are awesome! Love

These things are awesome! Love them. Warm, quiet and from 40°F all the way to -15°F degrees they are the best!

Military & Veterans

Jan 19, 2022

David G.

Verified Buyer

This is by far the

This is by far the best hunting jacket I've ever owned period. Match it with the bibs and you will literally never be cold.

Dec 22, 2021

Jim D.

Verified Buyer

Holy cow is this thing

Holy cow is this thing warm and quiet and well though out. I traded in my older bulkier parkas and finally upgraded to this. It’s toasty. I sweat so I always pack in my outerwear and dress in the stand, if you’re hauling any distance in this, you’re gonna sweat.

Military & Veterans

Dec 21, 2021

George

Verified Buyer

This jacket is great. Very

This jacket is great. Very quiet and warm. My only complaint is that I wish it came with a detachable hood.

Nov 29, 2021

Todd D.

Verified Buyer

Fanatic Series is the Best

Fanatic Series is the Best Hunting Clothes on the Market. A 20°F morning with 10-20 mph wind and I never even got chilled. The hot hand warmer sleeve inside the coat saved me on this day when I found that I had left my gloves in the cabin. I killed my best buck on this day in West Virginia. Save your money like I did and buy yourself some Sitka, you Won't Be Disappointed!!

Nov 28, 2021

Jonathon G.

Verified Buyer

I have the old Fanatic

I have the old Fanatic Jacket and bibs and have ordered a new system. This jacket and bibs have been to hell and back and it just time to order a new one. This is hands down the best gear money can buy. There is not one item on here that I would not recommend. Thanks sitka for quality gear that last and keeps us coming back for more.

Military & Veterans

Nov 24, 2021

Matthew W.

Verified Buyer

This jacket has totally changed

This jacket has totally changed the way I hunt as well as the conditions I can hunt in. Worth every penny. My only regret is not buying it sooner. Warm even when it is in the teens.

Military & Veterans

Nov 23, 2021