Sleek, low profile and functional, the Ascent Vest provides quick access to essential gear when moving light and fast through the mountains. Pockets for rangefinder, wind check, GPS, spare release and bear spray keep you prepared for that once in a lifetime encounter.
Men's
Sizing Guide
Jacket & Tops Sizing
| Size | Chest | Sleeve |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 36 - 38" | 33" |
| Medium | 39 - 41" | 34" |
| Medium Tall | 39 - 41" | 36" |
| Large | 42 - 45" | 35" |
| Large Tall | 42 - 45" | 37" |
| X-Large | 46 - 49" | 36" |
| X-Large Tall | 46 - 49" | 38" |
| 2XL | 50 - 53" | 37" |
| 2XL Tall | 50 - 53" | 39" |
| 3XL | 54 - 57" | 38" |
Pant Sizing (Inches)
| Size | Waist | Reg | Tall |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 30" | 31" | |
| 31 | 31" | 31" | |
| 32 | 32" | 31" | 33" |
| 33 | 33" | 32" | 34" |
| 34 | 34" | 32" | 34" |
| 35 | 35" | 32" | 34" |
| 36 | 36" | 33" | 34.5" |
| 37 | 37" | 33" | 34.5" |
| 38 | 38" | 33" | 34.5" |
| 40 | 40" | 33" | |
| 42 | 42" | 33" | |
| 44 | 44" | 33" |
Pant Sizing
| Size | Waist | Reg | Tall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 28 - 30" | 31" | |
| Medium | 31 - 33" | 31" | 33" |
| Large | 34 - 37" | 32" | 34" |
| X-Large | 38 - 41" | 32" | 34" |
| 2XL | 42 - 45" | 32" | 34" |
| 3XL | 46 - 49" | 32" | 34" |
Equinox & Dakota Pant Sizing
| Size | Waist | Reg | Tall |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 31" | 31" | |
| 32 | 33" | 31" | 33" |
| 34 | 35" | 32" | 34" |
| 36 | 37" | 32" | 34" |
| 38 | 39" | 32" | 34" |
| 40 | 41" | 32" | |
| 42 | 43" | 32" | |
| 44 | 45" | 32" |
Glove Sizing
| Size | Palm Circ | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Medium | 8 - 8.5" | 7.5 - 8" |
| Large | 9 - 9.5" | 8.5 - 9" |
| X-Large | 9.5 - 10" | 9 - 9.5" |
| 2XL | 10 - 10.5" | 9.5 - 10" |
Gaiter Sizing
| Size | Calf Circ | Boot Size |
|---|---|---|
| M/L | 17.5" | US 6-10" |
| L/XL | 18.5" | US 10-14" |
How to Take
Your Measurements
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1. SLEEVE MEASURE
Bend your elbow and put your hand on your hip. Measure from the center of the back of your neck, along the shoulder and down the elbow to the wrist bone.
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2. CHEST SIZE
Take measurement under armpits, around fullest part of chest and shoulder blades.
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3. WAIST SIZE
Measure around where you normally wear your pants, keeping the tape measure a bit loose or putting one finger between your body and the tape measure.
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4. INSEAM
In a standing position,measure from your crotch to where you want your pants to end, breaking at the top of the shoe in the front and just above the heel in the back.
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5. GLOVES
With hand partially closed, measure over the knuckles, around the hand, excluding the thumb.
Fit Guide
SITKA Gear engineers gear with a specific Fit and intended end use in mind. These functional designs provide the user with authentic garments for the right situation.
Fit Descriptions
We can communicate our Fit descriptions in 3 different ways. Keep in mind that each garment will allow for layering in accordance to the garments place in a system and described Fit
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P/F
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S/F
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E/F
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P/F - PERFORMANCE FIT
Designed for minimal layering. Whether an early season piece or already insulated this garment fits to prevent inefficiencies in heat retention caused by dead space.
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S/F - STANDARD FIT
Designed to accommodate layering for more versatility from early to late season climates.
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E/F - EXPEDITION FIT
Designed for maximum layering in the worst conditions. Cut roomier to accommodate additional layering underneath.
FEATURES & SPECS
4 External Stash Pockets and 4 Zippered Pockets: From energy bars and calls to a rangefinder and wind check, all pockets are designed to conveniently and quietly place essential gear close at hand.
Quick Dry: Made from the same lightweight brushed nylon fabric as the Ascent Pant, the Vest features 4-way stretch, anti-stink Polygiene® and a mesh interior for ultimate breathability and range of motion.
POLYGIENE Technology: Layering is a science with our CORE system of next-to-skin products. Each of the fabric weights—light, mid, and heavy—wicks away moisture to keep you warm and dry, while Polygiene® technology safely and permanently neutralizes odors using naturally antimicrobial silver salt.
Technology
Product Comments
7 Reviews
The Ascent Vest is great for sitting in the tree stand or spot and stalk archery. It keeps everything close at hand and is very easy to access. I like that the pockets are structured so a rangefinder can be easily stowed with one hand. I do feel that it needs a place for a water bottle on the back. I realize they were going for a minimalist design, but I don't want to have to carry a pack just to have a place to put a water bottle.
I have not yet purchased this vest, I like the concept of the vest. I purchased the Sitka Bino-harness last fall and I am a big fan of it, my question is can I detach the bino case and attach it the vest. I would then have a "Bino-Vest", the benefits of the pockets on the vest with the protection I need for my binoculars.
Just got back from the Gila in New Mexico on an archery elk hunt. This vest is phenomenal!!! I carried a small camera, windicator, GPS, range finder, cow call, face paint, and a small compass in this vest. No more digging through your back pack or wondering if you have everything ready for the hunt. Its all right there. Your binoculars fit perfectly in the front. Light, cool, and easy to keep everything organized and quite easy to access in the field. Sitka, please make this in the elevated pattern for whitetail hunting as well. Like everyone else I was skeptical of the price of Sitka gear when my buddies kept telling me to buy it especially considering the amount of stuff I had to purchase for this hunt. I purchased ascent pants, jackets, kelvin lite vest, hat, beanie. After returning from New Mexico I am going to buy a whitetail system from Sitka. The stuff was cool when needed, warm when needed, dried quickly and most importantly was very LIGHT and PACKABLE! This is my fourth time to the Gila and this gear was a difference maker. I was able to pack less, the backpack was lighter, and the clothing does not weigh you down like cotton based fabrics do.
SITKA Gear - 07.26.2017
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Not a turkey vest. As stated before no pouch in back to carry decoys. I really don't care about not having a pad to sit on but I can see why people like them. The delta vest could be a decent platform for making a turkey vest. Make the pocket in the back bigger to carry decoys. Allow for a pad to sit on. Also might be a hit with small game hunters as well.
No drop seat. No game bag for a decoy or to carry out the bird. No water storage. Black mesh on the back instead of camo so that you can't turn your back during a stalk. I just don't get this design.
i'm interested but is the back of this vest just mesh? since it is an ascent vest couldn't the back be utilized for just a bit more storage? this would also distribute the weight in the vest a bit better. this item does not seem complete to me.
I love this vest I just wish it was available in Sitka open country pattern.