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Kelvin Aerolite Jacket Reviews

KG

Nov 12, 2023

5/5

Best shell/outer layer

Very well made jacket. Does everything it advertises for. Love how silent it is. I’m 5’9” 170lbs, I ordered a Medium, probably should’ve ordered a Large but it still fits well enough. May not be able to layer up too much.

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

Fit: Runs small

Eli

Oct 23, 2023

4/5

Aerolite

I will say I really enjoy how light and packable this jacket is, runs true to size, and is offered in a ton of great colors. This replaced the kelvin lite hoody, but I find myself going for the kelvin lite more often as it's way warmer. The kelvin lite was my favorite piece of gear. I hope we can get a warmer version of this jacket similar to the kelvin lite synthetic that has been discontinued.

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

Fit: True to size

Logan H.

Oct 14, 2023

5/5

My favorite jacket.

By far the best jacket i have ever owned. light weight, yet very warm for its size. Stuffs easily taking up little real-estate in your pack. I've used it down to 14 degrees F, glassing elk, layered with a traverse hoodie and bibs and a jet stream jacket. Worked very well. Anything much colder that that and I would recommend adding another layer, or getting a bigger jacket. Extremely pleased with the performance of the Kelvin Aerolite Jacket!

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

Fit: True to size

B. S.

Sep 2, 2023

5/5

Nice jacket

This jacket is very nice. I bought 2 lol. One for everyday wear and one for hunting. It is a little noisy compared to other jackets but not noisy to where deer will hear you. It is extremely warm. It's very comfortable. Fits very nice as well. Packs down real nice too so if you want to pack it in so you can pull it out if it gets chilly it takes up very little room in your pack. Great piece.

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

Fit: True to size

Robert W.

Jun 4, 2023

5/5

Really nice jacket. When you

Really nice jacket. When you put it on, you think it can't be that warm because it is so light. A few weeks ago, I wore it for about an hour on the high hunting seat of a vehicle going 50 MPH on a cool night in Africa. The wind resistance was great and I did not feel the slightest chill. I am looking forward to using it this fall on some cold weather hunts I have planned.

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Tom L.

May 11, 2023

5/5

I used this jacket on

I used this jacket on a combo ski/fly fishing trip in April to Breckenridge Colorado and on the Gunnison river! The weather was all over the place! From a blizzard to a sunny 30 degree day in the mountain. Great packability into my daypack on the river was awesome! Thanks for a great product!

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David G.

Apr 29, 2023

5/5

Since purchasing I have worn

Since purchasing I have worn this jacket as my outside layer over my sitka hoodie. I fished Pyramid lake on a ladder in the open with 26 degree temps (in the morning up to 45 during the day) and a 7 mph wind. The jacket kept me warm and comfortable. The hood came in handy when I needed some extra protection from the wind. It also came in handy fishing in the snow in upper Michigan for steelhead. If you are battling the elements and want a top notch jacket, this one will work for you.

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Mike

Apr 26, 2023

5/5

Super light weight and warm.

Super light weight and warm. It’s more waterproof than I expected as well as it can handle a light rain very well.

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Gunnar

Apr 20, 2023

5/5

Top notch jacket not bulky

Top notch jacket not bulky warm well made and a true fit! And a great price! What else is there G

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Bo G.

Apr 13, 2023

5/5

My favorite new addition. Love

My favorite new addition. Love this jacket

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Kegan

Apr 1, 2023

5/5

This is probably my most

This is probably my most favorite peace of Sitka gear I own. Hands down the most comfortable jacket I've ever worn. I hate to take it off, and even want to sleep in it. I have it in 2 patterns so far and will probably have a couple more before its all said and done. The Aerolite is a great hunting jacket on its own, great casual wear, packs down incredibly small, light weight, and can be layered easily. If you have a 20 degree sleeping bag but want to hunt/camp later in the season, don't buy another $500-$1000 0 or - degree bag, just sleep in this jacket! Look, I'm as cheap as they come. I've tried almost every brand of hunting clothing out there and if I haven't tried it, I promise I've spent countless hours researching it. I'm the kind of person that will spend 4 hours researching a $20 product and comparing it before a purchase. I can say with absolute certainty that Sitka is the BEST clothing line on the market. Not just hunting clothes, but best overall. Their clothes are cozy, durable, and designed to keep you extremely comfortable with minimal layers and bulk. You can buy other brands and replace them every few years, or buy Sitka and your set for decades if not life. Buy once cry once! Bottom line is this isn't clothing, its equipment. More than that, it's equipment that could quite literally save your life in the back country. Once you realize that, the price is absolutely justifiable. I trust this company so much that I will buy their stock if they go public and I'd quit my job to work for them if they have an opening. That is how much I believe in Sitka.

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Aaron Y.

Apr 1, 2023

4/5

It’s amazing how lightweight and

It’s amazing how lightweight and warm this jacket is.

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David

Mar 23, 2023

5/5

Very warm. Warmer than other

Very warm. Warmer than other “puffy” jackets I own. Need to layer against wind. Like that it works when wet (although it’s not meant to be water resistant). When I have the hood on it feels like a I have heater installed in the neck area. Surprisingly thin but gets the job done. I’m a smaller build barely registering in at 5’7, and it feels a bit baggy (size:M) for me (not fitted) but still fits fine. Thankful for finally having a go-to warm jacket.

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Dave L.

Mar 22, 2023

4/5

Excellent quality and warmth. In

Excellent quality and warmth. In fact, the coat is so warm or efficient, I only wish is that it had pit zips! it would be a solid FIVE stars! Everyone should have one of these in our pack, it's versatile as a stand-alone jacket or layering system. Great product, Dave

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Mac

Mar 19, 2023

3/5

Great and light layering jacket.

Great and light layering jacket. I would give five stars but the cuffs are so tight I have a hard time removing it. I didn’t know my wrist were so large!? I’m having the cuffs altered by adding a zipper

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Michael

Mar 12, 2023

5/5

I own multiple pieces of

I own multiple pieces of Sitka clothing and am please by the performance of most of the gear. Some items do not fit as I would expect / hope and that has been a source of frustration. When it comes to this jacket, I am the most pleased that I have been with any piece of apparel that I own. Light weight, well-fitted, warner than expected. This jacket has supplanted much of my gear as it serves multiple purposes and is just an awesome jacket! Could not be happier with it!

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Rob

Mar 3, 2023

1/5

I love this jacket. Im

I love this jacket. Im 5'8, 215lb and an XL fits me like a glove. Range of motion is great and its super warm. However, it has two fatal flaws. I live in Wisco and even in the lightest snow with my body heat, it is water logged and worthless. A little DWR would have gone a long way. And finally, this is the flimsiest material of any jacket Ive ever owned. I've had it two seasons now, worn mostly for dog training and commuting to work. (For which im not going to layer a shell over it). Occasional late season pheasant hunts. It rips constantly. I frankly cant believe this is marketed as hunting wear, because if you can't take it on light duty woods hikes with dogs, you certainly couldn't take it whitetail hunting in the sticks or for a week in the mountains. To be fair, every other piece pf Sitka gear I have is super durable and top notch. But this has been repaired several times and is now a $300 piece of garbage.

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Robert M.

Mar 2, 2023

5/5

My favorite waterfowl jacket. It

My favorite waterfowl jacket. It is light and warm and also layers really well!

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Doc

Feb 16, 2023

4/5

This is now one of

This is now one of my go-to jackets. Works great as a lightweight mid-layer underneath a shell for cold waterfowling days or just around town. Not a jacket to wear as a single piece on super frigid days, but not designed to be either. I'm a stocky 5'11 and it was great to finally find a size L I could fit my arms into without feeling like a human sausage. Tapered ends of the sleeves prevent bunching and bulk under a shell, jacket still provides excellent range of motion if you're swinging a fly rod or a shotgun.

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Brody B.

Feb 14, 2023

5/5

Love it. I’m 14, 5’7

Love it. I’m 14, 5’7 125 pounds and the medium fits me perfect. Very warm, i recommend it for the price also.

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Joe D.

Feb 14, 2023

4/5

Awesome jacket. I'll explain 4

Awesome jacket. I'll explain 4 instead of 5 stars in a minute. This jacket fits to size, is very warm, and extremely light. I'm not sure how it is this warm (I live in Alaska) and remaining so light. Will be a great inside layer underneath Sitka's great rain gear. The reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars is the outer shell is not very durable. On the second time I wore it, the outer layer snagged and a small tear occurred. You would not want to wear this as an outer layer in brushy-type country. Other than that, awesome jacket!

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Alec

Feb 13, 2023

4/5

This is a great jacket,

This is a great jacket, the fit is athletic and it breathes very well. It also looks good and moves easily. I really like it but it has some shortcomings.The jacket material stains easily from any type of oil whether from just wearing it or being around equipment, and the elastic cuffs pill quickly. It does a great job keeping you warm into the mid to low 30s and It’s awesome for being active. I give this jacket four stars because it on par with competitive insulated jackets but the material used stains easily from oils and can be challenging to clean. I recommend either getting a darker color like black or a camo pattern to hide the inevitable stains. The elastic material on the cuffs also pill easily but I think that is to be expected with the more delicate materials. The jacket material seems durable enough and I have no complaints. It has survived a few swipes from my bow string and hasn’t had any issues with abrasion from packs or other tasks which is great. I am happy because mine is black and only the inside gray has stains from body oils. TLDR: great design and fit, stays warm, breathes well, tough materials, gets dirty easily, would recommend to friends with managed expectations. Expectations are higher for Sitka.

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Tim W.

Feb 12, 2023

5/5

I bought the coyote colored

I bought the coyote colored one and wear it daily. Great from 40 -60 degree weather. Not bulky and very comfortable. Bought the grey one as well. I own a lot of jackets and this is my go to for work, hunting and just wearing. Bought my sons each one and they wear constantly too. Great product. Only complaint is price but you pay for what you get !

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Keith L.

Feb 10, 2023

5/5

I’ve had this jacket in

I’ve had this jacket in blue since about August so 6 months approx, and used it in all types of weather and situations. It’s nice enough to wear to work, out in the cold or light weather. It can be worn beneath or over layers, it’s flexible. It packs down well and was ideal on a recent Ireland trip when I only wanted to pack ONE jacket. It’s pretty near the perfect everyday jacket IMO. It’s my one Sitka pc that isn’t for hunting- so I was skeptical. It’s warm in the fall but not too warm to wear inside (like in the truck) where other jackets would have me peeling off layers. It breathes well.I like both long and especially short sleeves underneath and it downs make my arms sweat. I love it and found a smoking deal on sale and pulled the trigger, I’m so glad I did.

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Tony H.

Feb 5, 2023

5/5

Just wow, this might be

Just wow, this might be one of the best puffy jackets of all time, super light and very warm. Currently using it in alberta cold winter wind with a Jetstream jacket. Good to -20c

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Dale L.

Jan 31, 2023

5/5

Great jacket, its hard to

Great jacket, its hard to believe that it weighs so little and is so warm. I will buy more from Sitka!

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Mike

Jan 30, 2023

5/5

The Kelvin Aerolite has exceeded

The Kelvin Aerolite has exceeded my expectations. It is an extremely warm jacket that folds down to almost nothing in a pack or suitcase. It breathes very well for a puffy style jacket, and the hood makes it very versatile. Add a shell to it and you’re comfortable in sub 0 temps. I bought the black color for my daily wear and I’m ordering a subalpine for my long sits next year in the late season. I highly recommend this jacket.

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Nate

Jan 22, 2023

5/5

This jacket fits great, and

This jacket fits great, and is a great addition to my Sitka gear.

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Hunter D.

Jan 21, 2023

2/5

Bought the jacket for everyday

Bought the jacket for everyday wear since I have had such good luck with my entire Sitka hunting wardrobe. Love the fit. Love the warmth. But the material is not good. Washed the jacket as the instructions read and I have stains all over it now. Very frustrating!

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Ridge C.

Jan 18, 2023

5/5

My new favorite cold weather

My new favorite cold weather jacket. Got the blue for when I’m needing a warm good looking jacket. Really warm and comfortable! May have to get one for hunting as well.

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Kevin

Jan 18, 2023

5/5

Only had it a couple

Only had it a couple weeks, but it is exactly what I was looking for. Light, thin and packable, all while being very warm. Wore it in 6° the other day and still couldn’t feel the cold getting through it.

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Will

Jan 16, 2023

5/5

Very versatile jacket for milder

Very versatile jacket for milder climates. With the light weight design and soft material it has proved to be my go to all the time jacket. The soft material makes for little to no noise when hunting and moving while game is close. I highly recommend this jacket as a light weight option, but could use with layers as well in colder conditions.

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Isaac T.

Jan 13, 2023

5/5

Excellent outer shell. Winter in

Excellent outer shell. Winter in Minnesota can be harsh but not with this jacket. I’ve only wore this over a sweatshirt but I have yet to be cold. It blocks wind amazingly, it’s super light yet very warm, and it fits very comfortably and not too noisy.

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Sinisa S.

Jan 11, 2023

5/5

Love this jacket, Another well

Love this jacket, Another well made high quality Sitka product. Kelvin Aero lite is supper warm for thickness . Size Large is perfect I'm 185 lbs. and 5'8'. I have lots of Sitka product but this one really blow my mind. Prefect for 20 -50 Fahrenheit New England days .

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Wallace T.

Jan 10, 2023

5/5

Great packable jacket. Have worn

Great packable jacket. Have worn this both as an outer layer and liner over the top of a windstopper jacket in really cold weather. Provides excellent insulation and warmth.

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Mike M.

Jan 7, 2023

5/5

Pound for pound the warmest,windproof,

Pound for pound the warmest,windproof, jacket I own.. Would not have thought a jacket this light could be this warm. Can be used stand alone or is thin enough to wear as a liner in -20

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Matt A.

Dec 30, 2022

5/5

Another great jacket by Sitka.

Another great jacket by Sitka. Very lightweight and warm for what it is. I will wear this under a heavier jacket in extreme cold. Now I just need to purchase a vest or two.

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Shannon M.

Dec 29, 2022

5/5

This is my favorite jacket.

This is my favorite jacket. I got a brown one a couple months ago and like it so much I bought a 2 more I different colors. It is very warm, and light

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Ernest H.

Dec 29, 2022

5/5

One of the best pieces

One of the best pieces of Sitka I own. Fit is great and super warm for being such a light jacket. Awesome as an outer jacket or used as a layer underneath without all the bulk.

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Isaak L.

Dec 27, 2022

5/5

Alongside my Apex Hoody, this

Alongside my Apex Hoody, this is my favorite piece of Sitka gear that I own. I was lucky to find it at the price that I did at the time, but you really are getting a fantastic product for $300. This is my go to jacket and has been most of the winter since I first got it. EXTREMELY lightweight and packable, this thing barely feels any bigger than a light hoody, but functions as good as many of the other puffy jackets I've owned. In Utah, the winters get pretty gnarly and this jacket has done great. On the days I've needed a little more, this jacket has been able to slip over and work well with just about any other Sitka jacket that I own. Looking into buying another in a different color so I can save my subalpine one just for hunting. The ONLY thing I would change about this (not a complaint, more of a thought) is to give it a facemask similar to the traverse hoody. I end up using a gator quite a bit, but ultimately that hasn't and won't change my opinion of this jacket. Absolutely recommend this product.

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Keith K.

Dec 23, 2022

5/5

I have been searching for

I have been searching for a really warm light weigh jacket this is a perfect match for my mid layer works great I highly recommend this jacket

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Sgholmes

Dec 21, 2022

5/5

Easy to see why this

Easy to see why this jacket is a favorite by so many. I love the versatility as I can use it in multiple situations. It's light, packs down nicely and surprisingly warm for its weight. I've found I reach for this jacket more than any other jacket in my arsenal.

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Jeff C.

Dec 21, 2022

5/5

Great jacket! Light and warm!

Great jacket! Light and warm!

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Jon B.

Dec 18, 2022

5/5

I was apprehensive pulling the

I was apprehensive pulling the trigger on this hoodie. Living in Utah and hunting in 20 degree weather these last few weeks have made me appreciate this hoodie more than I would have ever expected. The hoodie is a little oven! I wear a base layer and this hoodie with a vest and that is it. I would strongly suggest getting this hoodie, you will not regret it.

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Jim

Dec 18, 2022

3/5

Very nice jacket. Good quality,

Very nice jacket. Good quality, very warm, good features, and all around a solid jacket. For my preference, this jacket has an ideal balance considering weight, warmth, packability, and durability (it didn’t seem fragile like other “lightweight” puffy jackets). BUT, I had to return it due to the cut. I have a fit / muscular physique, I need an XL in most jackets, and while this jacket fit great in my arms, shoulders and chest, the abdomen portion was huge, like it was cut to accommodate a good sized beer belly. Would have easily been my favorite piece if it wasn’t for the cut. Sitka took it back no problem, I just had to pay return shipping.

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Elizabeth

Dec 17, 2022

2/5

Bought it for my Adult

Bought it for my Adult son last year for Christmas. Really is a warm jacket, however the outer shell rips too easily. Not worth the money. The out side needs to be more durable.

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Scott

Dec 15, 2022

4/5

I spent a lot of

I spent a lot of time researching different brands for a lightweight insulated jacket to wear in temps 30-50F. I have the Kelvin Down jacket and assumed the sizing would be similar, however was cautious because some reviews mentioned how much room there is in the mid section/torso. I ended up ordering the same size (large). The fit is not as athletic as I was hoping, however the length of the sleeves and length of the jacket are fine. I can confirm that the mid section is a bit roomy, I wish it was more tapered. For context, I am 6'3', 170 lbs with a 32in waist and the large works just fine. It's a very warm jacket and I've worn it with temps as low as 26F with just a t-shirt on and was perfectly warm. The details on this jacket are superior which is what I have come to expect from Sitka.

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Preston S.

Dec 15, 2022

5/5

I am not one who

I am not one who typically writes a review of products, but this one I had too. This is in my opinion the best lightweight jacket on the market I wear this jacket as everyday use and hunting. If you are on the fence about this jacket buy it it is more than worth it!!! Sitka you killed it with this one!

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Christian F.

Dec 14, 2022

5/5

Amazing product! Took it out

Amazing product! Took it out on one of our coldest Texas mornings so far (40 degrees) and have to say it kept me warm. I don't think there are better products out there. At least I have not found any. Great job! I will definitely continue to wear it on my hunts. Hopefully I can get on a mule deer or elk hunt soon.

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Josh

Dec 12, 2022

5/5

I am really impressed with

I am really impressed with this Jacket. I have it in black and camo and like both. They are high quality and fit well. I got the black coat in the longer version and like the extra length alot.

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