Traverse Hoodie Reviews

Great Jacket. Warm and very

Great Jacket. Warm and very comfortable. I have a black one which is great for blind hunting.

Awesome hoodie that doubles as

Awesome hoodie that doubles as a jacket. It will fit the needs of 90% of my hunts. Solid zippers and the fleece lining keeps you warm. Don’t think twice about buying this hoodie. BUY IT !!

Love this piece, if the

Love this piece, if the traverse and jetstream had a baby it would be the perfect jacket.

So far I love this

So far I love this hoodie. The attention to the small details are what make it an outstanding piece of kit. The sherpa lining in the pockets, the venting section under the arms, and the integrated mask/low profile hood are awesome. I wore it on the hike in as well as throughout the hunt. I got a little warm while climbing the tree but the little sweat I worked up wicked away quickly and didn’t leave me feeling damp and cold. There are a few minor points that I would love to see improve. For instance, the lack of a port for a safety line forced me to wear this under my fall arrest harness. In addition, the mask vents warm air straight up into my eyes. Wearing glasses personally this means fogging, for contact wearers likely dry eyes. Finally, the material offers virtually no resistance to the wind. This is great when you’re working hard and need to vent heat, not great when the wind picks up after you’ve cooled down and are sitting in the stand for a few hours. Of course other pieces of kit can fix most of my complaints, but I like to buy and more importantly pack in only what I absolutely MUST.

Awesome hoody love it

Awesome hoody love it

Product is great! It is

Product is great! It is one of my favorite jackets also quite for hunting.

Very warm, true to size,

Very warm, true to size, super comfortable material. Would recommend

Great jacket have worn it

Great jacket have worn it goose hunting and out taking care of livestock

Another five-star product. Pleased with

Another five-star product. Pleased with its performance.

This is a great made

This is a great made hoody. Not sure why it’s classified as a hoody? It’s more like a jacket that has a hood. I wear it as an outer layer and it has kept me warm in extremely low temps. It sheds light rain very well. I hunted in a lite steady rain recently and when I took the hoody off my next layer was bone dry. I highly recommend the Traverse Hoody. Pair it with the Traverse bibs are your good to go.

Fit information: I am 5'10,

Fit information: I am 5'10, 150, slim build. I ordered a medium and it fits me very well but naturally its a little broad in the shoulders. It doesn't look bad with the shoulder fit, I'm used to that problem with outer layers. Color: I got the lead grey color. It is a very nice slate grey color and there isn't an obnoxious amount of branding on it. (I personally am not a fan of a lot of branding as I don't like my items to get stolen) Comfort: 10/10, like wearing a hoodie/pull-over. Not too heavy. Durability: this is not a Gortex jacket, treat it like you would a normal hoodie/pull-over. Although it is much more snag resistant and durable than a normal hoodie/jacket. The main zipper and the zippers on the pockets are very durable but they aren't too stiff. The zippers are a (very durable) plastic composite which prevents freezing zippers. I have been using it for about a month during winter and haven't had any durability issues. Waterproof: *water resistant* if its light or medium rain, the jacket repels the water nicely but it will start to retain water after a few minutes. However, it dries extremely fast. Being out in rain for 10-15 minutes I haven't ever gotten wet underneath the jacket. I haven't tested it much beyond that. Warmth: maintains body heat well and will warm you up some. It has good & comfortable supplemental heat but it wont compare to a true arctic coat. Wind: this is the stickler. If you are wearing this in mild weather (40-50 F) wind shouldn't be too much of a problem. I am very cold by nature and I tend to only get major wind chills through this jacket when wind-chill is around freezing (32 F) or below. That is with short sleeve shirt and no gloves. If you have a long sleeve shirt and gloves, I would say that this jacket is pretty good for temps around 35 F with low/mild gusts. My biggest piece of advice is don't expect this jacket to be fully waterproof or wind resistant or you will be disappointed. As I said before, compare this to a normal hoodie/jacket that provides extra warmth and durability. However, coupled with the right layers/gear this is a great piece for a lot of scenarios.

Another great Sitka product. I

Another great Sitka product. I am 6’ 210lbs and typically wear a L, which fit here as well. Prefer more of a tailored fit to ensure everything layers correct. The XL just seems to give more room in the gut. Not sure if sizing changed, but my Jetstream jacket from 2015 is XL but fits more tailored. Anyway, love the hoody. A bit snug in armpits, but can stretch that a bit relieve tension. Layers well with lightweight hoody and heavyweight hoody for cold temps. Thumb holes done well.

Bought this for my Grandson

Bought this for my Grandson for Christmas! He loves it and excited to get something he really wanted!

Very warm, comfortable, and does

Very warm, comfortable, and does not restrict movement.

Great jacket, super comfortable. Warm

Great jacket, super comfortable. Warm too. Only nock is it isn't windproof. In the upper Midwest everything needs to be.

I have several Sitka pieces,

I have several Sitka pieces, this is great but for some reason runs a bit smaller than my other pieces, rides up and tight in the armpits. The face mask that's built into the hood is also tight, don't think I'll be using it anytime soon. I'm a small guy, 5'6', 120 lbs, and can sometimes get away with buying kids sizes for reference.

Simply the best gear you

Simply the best gear you can buy. Will not be disappointed.

Super Warm. I am 5'11

Super Warm. I am 5'11 170 pounds and the large fits perfect. Anything between 30-40 degrees this jacket is perfect. If the temp drops below 30, I wear this hoody with my Fanatic jacket and never get cold. The material is also really quiet.

This is a good overall

This is a good overall jacket. This took the place of the very poorly designed celsius midi jacket. This is warmer, fits better and is much more resistant to wear. The only draw back is there's no safety harness pass through. Very unacceptable in todays hunting market.

The Traverse Hoody is an

The Traverse Hoody is an awesome layering piece in my Sitka arsenal. The fall/winter air where I'm at is super dry. I wear this hoody on most hunts over a Heavyweight Hoody and under a Delta jacket. Last week I was out in -17 and wore this under a Boreal jacket and was toasty. This hoody breathes great - walks to/from the blind, busting ice, dragging a boat - I don't ever overheat in it.

Overall, I like this jacket

Overall, I like this jacket and will/do use it in the season. I'm not a huge fan of how stiff and bulky it feels and how the hood sits when not wearing the mask. On it's own, this jacket is not great for any kind of low temperatures but paired with a windbreaker or the kelvin aerolite hoody it actually does feel quite nice and warm. I like the thumb holes, and when wearing the mask it is all very snug and form fitting. The insulation is a little scratchy at first but that is to be expected.

Very warm and durable!

Very warm and durable!

Great for early season hunts

Great for early season hunts and layers well for late season.

Excellent early season jacket or

Excellent early season jacket or late season layering piece. Dead quiet and form fit for bow hunting. It's with me on every hunt.

Awesome jacket, just wish it

Awesome jacket, just wish it had some drawstring and bungee adjusters on the hood. Other than that it's been perfect!

The fabric collar of this

The fabric collar of this redesigned garment is attached to the fleece hood, with a strip of tape… which is ridiculous for Sitka to think tape would actually hold onto a fleece. It arrived with that tape failing and coming apart right out of the bag. My other/older traverse hoodie has an actual collar, not just a piece of fabric taped to the fleece hood. I hope this isn’t a sign of diminishing quality of the future of Sitka. I pay for quality, no matter the cost. I refuse to pay for cheap quality trash. I love my other traverse hoodie, but this new traverse hoodie will be returned, for I will not accept the trash quality of the collar.

Got this product because it

Got this product because it was on sale and wanted to try something new. For how light and breathable this jacket is, it is extremely warm even on the cold days. My only reccomendation for anyone looking to buy this jacket is to know that Sitka sizes run a little small. I wear a size medium usually, but the size large fits more like a medium despite its label.

Great fit and warmth for

Great fit and warmth for goose hunting in the Montana snow.

Love it, I can’t hunt

Love it, I can’t hunt without it. Priceless

I live in southern Louisiana

I live in southern Louisiana and it’s great for when it gets cold down here. Only thing bad is the face mask wants to rip when you put it on.

This was a missing link

This was a missing link in my Sitka line up! It will be a very key part of my yearly system. It covers so many bases for my needs. I will use it from early season archery to layering in cold weather for hunting, trapping, fishing all the way thru spring trout fishing!! With the thickness, the hood built in face mask to the half hand covering it is a game changer for my needs!! And it looks great too.

My favorite hoody so far

My favorite hoody so far from Sitka! Super warm, fits perfect! Glad I bought it. Definitely hooked on Sitka gear.

Hog hunt at night in

Hog hunt at night in open without moving around. The hoodie performs as advertised.

Great quality, comfortable and durable!

Great quality, comfortable and durable! So happy with my purchase!

Overall very nice hoody comfortable

Overall very nice hoody comfortable and great fit. 5'10 180lbs and the large fit perfect.

Medium - Optifade Timber Fits

Medium - Optifade Timber Fits great im 5' 6' 120 lbs. Super warm and soft. Only complaints I have is the face mask in the hood is really tight on the face, also not very good wind protection. Otherwise its a great product.

One of the most used

One of the most used pieces of my Sitka gear !!! Very comfortable and a great base layer! Highly recommended

The Traverse hoody is easily

The Traverse hoody is easily one of my favorite purchases from Sitka. It is warm enough to wear in freezing temperatures if you are moving and works as a great base layer if you are stationary.

So far I have been

So far I have been very happy with my Sitka gear. Light weight, warm, and breathable. I went one size up because the clothing seems to run one size smaller than normal. Only reason for not giving it 5 stars is because I wish it was a little better on the waterproofing side, other than that, it is my go to jacket for hunting.

I’m very impressed with the

I’m very impressed with the overall design of the hoodie! Very good October to early November, it’s not the best for late season gear but so far I’ve really enjoyed the gear, I bundled up under it and I stay warm, instead of buying the higher stuff I recommend getting another jacket or vest and you’ll be set for the year in all conditions! The traverse gear isn’t the best for rain or snow, the rain soaks into your pants and is not waterproof. Then you have to wash it or make sure it’s dry! Overall I can’t really complain about the gear! It is very durable and comfortable gear! I really recommend getting it overall!

This thing has been used

This thing has been used way more than I expected so far this season. I’ve been wearing it as an outer piece with proper layering to the low 30s. Incredibly quiet. So far handles thorn patches decently. No snags yet. I’m in between sizes on Sitka tops. This one in large fit snug so I sized up.

Awesome gear kept me very

Awesome gear kept me very warm in 20 degree weather went to Illinois for bow season on public land and not complaining 1 bit 100% satisfying

Great sweater, had to exchange

Great sweater, had to exchange for a smaller size, hoping to see the new one soon.

Great jacket. Bought 2. One

Great jacket. Bought 2. One in black for blinds and one in camo for stands. Warm and comfortable great fit. You guys need to make more items in 3x for us larger fellas please!!

Took this out today and

Took this out today and kept me toasty in high 40's. I paired it with the mountain jacket and I was warm all day.

This is my new favorite

This is my new favorite jacket from Sitka. First impression was the comfort. This is also extremely quiet. The hood and face mask fit great and do not alter your vision when rotating your head. I did size up from my normal size after reading the reviews and I made the correct choice. I’m 5’ 9” 190lbs and the XL fits me perfect. I could say good things about this jacket all day. Definitely will be getting a different color soon.

I’m new to Sitka Gear,

I’m new to Sitka Gear, and I’m happy with the results of the hoody. I wore it in Indiana this past week with temps varying from the low 30s to 60s. The warmer temps i paired with stratus pants. Colder weather it was paired with the fanatic bibs. A base layer, a normal long sleeve shirt and this hoodie kept toasty in 33 degree mornings. Fit is great. I had several deer over the course of the week within single yard distances and none of them were ever on alert. I was fortunate to kill a great 10 point buck and was extremely comfortable doing so. My only thing I’d like to see is a pass through for a harness. The fanatic jacket was too warm for me, and I want the option to wear the harness under the hoody

Love this hoody, great cool

Love this hoody, great cool weather option. Super quiet and plenty of warmth.

I am a bow hunter

I am a bow hunter and this jacket is perfect for the average bowhunter. It has a nice fit.

I love this jacket, it’s

I love this jacket, it’s comfortable, a good layer, and extremely warm. The materials on the inside feel amazing and the fit is extremely good, would definitely recommend this jacket