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Gradient Pant Reviews

John N.

Verified Buyer

Love my Sitka!

I’m a Sitka fan this year. I’ve collected almost everything in the catalog! Great products and impressive gear. Thank you!

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Marsh · Size: L

Mar 26, 2026

NATHANN P.

Verified Buyer

Must have

The gear is exceptional. Yes its more costly than other brands and you can get similar products. However you get what you pay for and is worth it.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 311 lbs - 340lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Mar 25, 2026

taylor b.

Verified Buyer

Warm pants

They are nice warm pants, they are long on me, but I have short legs. I wear them under my stratus bibs.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 25, 2026

DOUGLAS L.

Verified Buyer

These wader pants will keep

These wader pants will keep you warm while hunting negative temps

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Mar 25, 2026

Heath M.

Verified Buyer

Comfortable. Warm. No bunching in

Comfortable. Warm. No bunching in your waders at the boot

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Timber · Size: L

Mar 24, 2026

Reece N.

Verified Buyer

So far so good

Fits well, doesn’t sag “ was worried being under waders without having its own shoulder straps. Overall satisfied but have only used a couple of times.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 24, 2026

Charles E.

Verified Buyer

Love these pants

These pants are fantastic. They are warm enough to be a standalone base layer but also flexible to be a lounge pant.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Timber · Size: L

Mar 23, 2026

Eric C.

Verified Buyer

Gradient pant

Great pants for hunting woods, under waders, or around the house.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Mar 23, 2026

Leonard K.

Verified Buyer

Gradient pant

Warm and great fit

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Mar 23, 2026

Andrew G.

Verified Buyer

Awesome Pants!

Super warm, I use them under my waders for salmon fishing and during winter deer hunting and they keep me super warm.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 23, 2026

Peter Z.

Verified Buyer

Great fleece

For my son. Super warm for duck hunting.

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Earth · Size: M

Mar 22, 2026

Suzanne V.

Verified Buyer

Warm pants

The only complaint is the waist size is tight. Ordered a size up and everything was bigger except wait was still tight.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: 3XL

Mar 22, 2026

Mike B.

Verified Buyer

Great fit

Great fit

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Mar 22, 2026

Shaun C.

Verified Buyer

Gradient Pants

Warm and comfortable. I love them

Military & Veterans

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Timber · Size: L

Mar 22, 2026

Craig N.

Verified Buyer

The Gradient pants are so

The Gradient pants are so warm and comfortable. I highly recommend these for everyone.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 22, 2026

Jeremy K.

Verified Buyer

Gradient pant

The pants fit true to size and are warm and comfortable.

Military & Veterans

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Marsh · Size: XL

Mar 22, 2026

Anton T.

Verified Buyer

The Clothing Season Extender

I’m an athletic build (215lbs/34. 5” waist) with the quads to match. I bring this up because I have had issues with Sitka pants, and others, fitting. The L in these pants fit as I envision they should—fitting to the lower body as an under layer, but not constricting to cause discomfort. they have the an integral belt to snug up(which I have to do). They have the versatility to be worn as a standalone item, but when layered will extend your clothing’s temperature range capability. I wish I’d have owned these years ago.

Military & Veterans

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 22, 2026

Zachariah S.

Verified Buyer

Gradient Pants

Fell in the river when the ohio was froze with no waders on and save to say they barely froze and still kept my legs warm

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Marsh · Size: M

Mar 22, 2026

Randall P.

Verified Buyer

Best wader Pants!

Nothing out there better.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Earth · Size: LT

Mar 22, 2026

Zachary S.

Verified Buyer

Gradient pant

I like them

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

Fit: Runs big

Color: Earth · Size: LT

Mar 21, 2026

Allen W.

Verified Buyer

Amazing warmth to wear under

Amazing warmth to wear under your waders or bibs. I lounge in them as well!

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Timber · Size: XXL

Mar 21, 2026

Tripp D.

Verified Buyer

Great wader pants

The tapering on these pants makes them very easy to wear with waiters. They are well-made and very warm. Highly recommend.

Pro

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Timber · Size: L

Mar 21, 2026

Mick F.

Verified Buyer

Wading pants

Overall they are warm and look nice. The attached belt is a little comber some.

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

Fit: Runs small

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Mar 18, 2026

Jack S.

Verified Buyer

Great base layer

Great base layer

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Trey K.

Verified Buyer

Awesome Underlayer

Super flexible and stretchy.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Gary K.

Verified Buyer

Wader pant

Great fit and super warm. Bought for under fishing waders and with water at 44 I can stay out all day.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Dale A.

Verified Buyer

Gradient pant

Very comfortable, fit perfectly.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Marvin B.

Verified Buyer

Tall Size Design Issue

I gave this a four because the tall size seems to have the same design issue as the tall waders: when you bend down on one knee the materials stretches tight on a line from knee to crotch. The waders were so bad I had to return them. The gradient pant material has a little more flex and I’m putting up with them. Otherwise, it’s a great product. But it appears to me Sitka has a design problem with tall sizes. I don’t say this lightly because I’m a huge Sitka fan. And while I’m putting up with the gradient pant, I would not buy them again because of the tall fit. I’m 6’5” and weigh 200 lbs.

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

Fit: Runs small

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: LT

Mar 18, 2026

Joseph K.

Verified Buyer

Well worth it!

These are great for layering in cold weather and also by themselves in mid season!!

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Jeremy C.

Verified Buyer

Wader wearers must have!

Warm comfortable and a must have if you use waders.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Darrell P.

Verified Buyer

Great Pants

These are the warmest pants I’ve ever put on. I use these as wader pants and have hunted In temps in the teens and stay warm and toasty. True to size. I am 6’2”, 230lbs , Large Tall fits perfectly. Great pair of pants.

Military & Veterans

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Marsh · Size: LT

Mar 18, 2026

Rodney W.

Verified Buyer

Gradient Pants

Love them.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

John R.

Verified Buyer

Nice winter layer

Winter layering piece works great. Comfortable and warm. Very functional. Not baggy as it fits well under pants and waders.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Isaac L.

Verified Buyer

Perfect underlayer

Great for work or play keeping me warm in the worst of elements

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Aaron s.

Verified Buyer

Great pants/sweats/base layer

These really are perfect all around base layers. I wear them under my waders, fanatic bibs when its really cold in Ohio, and around the house. The only downside I can mention is the double fly zipper. Dont really understand why there are two zippers? Other that that theyre awesome.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 18, 2026

Matthew H.

Verified Buyer

Gradient pants

Awesome very warm and the belt is nice.

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Mar 18, 2026

Morgan P.

Verified Buyer

Gr8 pants

Fit nice. And warm.

Height: below 5' · Weight: below 100lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 17, 2026

Tanya W.

Verified Buyer

No Good Size

Purchased a medium and the the legs and waist were too tight. Exchanged for a Large and the rear and legs were so baggy. There is no good in between size.

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

Fit: Runs big

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Marsh · Size: L

Mar 17, 2026

Bill J.

Verified Buyer

Best all around layering pant

Awesome pants from the duck blind to the whitetail woods. Thin but warm and fit perfectly under waders, bibs or on their own.

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Mar 17, 2026

Braxton H.

Verified Buyer

Gradient

Pants fit great, warmer than the sun and super comfortable.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 17, 2026

George R.

Verified Buyer

Great Cold Weather Pants

Well made; high quality and very comfortable

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XLT

Mar 17, 2026

Kevin O.

Verified Buyer

Warm and comfy

I purchased the Gradient Pant to go over my base layer and my outer layer for warmth. The fit of the Medium was true to size and it helped keep me warm in the cold weather of November in Northern Minnesota; it was a blessing. If you are looking for a good mid-layer for warmth, the Gradient Pant is the way to go.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 17, 2026

Gregory D.

Verified Buyer

Product review

Pants are warm and worth the money.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XLT

Mar 17, 2026

Barry B.

Verified Buyer

BB

Very warm and comfortable. Only issue is the strap that goes over the heel tends to slip off my foot. Other than that they are good pants.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Timber · Size: XL

Mar 17, 2026

Shelley A.

Verified Buyer

Comfortable and fit great!

5 stars. But what isn’t from Sitka?!

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Timber

Mar 17, 2026

Nick F.

Verified Buyer

Awesome

Absolutely love these pants. Keep you warm while hunting or around the house.

Pro

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Marsh · Size: XL

Mar 17, 2026

Michael T.

Verified Buyer

Sitka gradient pants

Great pair of pants very comfortable wore these in Canada waterfowl hunting

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 17, 2026

Daniel S.

Verified Buyer

Gradient water pant

Great quality and fit.

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Marsh · Size: XL

Mar 17, 2026

Patrick F.

Verified Buyer

Last insulation piece you’ll need

I’ve lost count how many times I’ve said, “this is my favorite piece” about Sitka gear items…until I wore the Gradient pants. I spent 10 days in Stuttgart in the cold water and fields and these had me covered each and every day. Hands down a must have piece for anyone who’s serious about chasing birds

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Waterfowl Timber · Size: L

Mar 17, 2026

Matthew J.

Verified Buyer

Comfortable

Love the pants They are warm easy to layer with stirrups make then nice so they dont ball up as u add layers or use alone in waders

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

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Mar 17, 2026