Women's Fanatic Hoodie Reviews

Reese

Apr 1, 2023

5/5

Love the athletic fit, and

Love the athletic fit, and the warmth it provides while competitively shooting.

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Anna

Mar 18, 2023

5/5

Excellent product. I love the

Excellent product. I love the way it fits and is an excellent under layer this winter. I especially love that the sleeves can become mittens, and the hood has a face guard for the neck. Definitely one of my favorite Sitka Gear items!

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Amanda B.

Mar 17, 2023

5/5

Just received my hoodie and

Just received my hoodie and love it. Compare to the original women hoodie this one is worth the upgrade. I love the technology of the old material but the extra front pocket, longer torso, hand warmers and face shield are amazing upgrades. You will find yourself wearing this hoodie more than in the field or scouting, it is comfortable and simple for everyday wear. Love it Sitka and keep up on the women’s line. I can’t wait to get the new insect repellent material on a women’s fit.

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Pam

Jan 31, 2023

5/5

Wonderful to feed in the

Wonderful to feed in the -35 windchill this winter. Love layering with all the Sitka gear - this is the perfect first layer. Easy to move in. Love the neck gaiter in the hood. Very convenient. The long arms with flip over mittens are also very handy.

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Jill C.

Jan 21, 2023

5/5

These are pretty neat, I

These are pretty neat, I only wish I had the ones the zipper went all the way down on, but it’s not that big of a deal. These are great for layering and I do size up with all my Sitka women’s line stuff to make sure I can move easily. They have a really clean athletic fit that complements strong shoulders.

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Molly P.

Jan 20, 2023

5/5

I am 5'8'' with 5'10'

I am 5'8'' with 5'10' arm span. I ordered a size large and it is comfortable and fits perfectly. It is fitted without being baggy and FINALLY I have a top that is long enough in the arms! The body length is nice as well and doesn't creep up exposing your lower back. Best points - it blocks the wind, long enough arms, and the hood is well thought out. I live in Iowa and between hunting, sitting at outdoor sporting events, and snowmobiling, this gets a lot of use. I have not worn it by itself for a long length of time, so I can't review it that way. I have worn it as a base layer and it has been fabulous. I know it stops the wind because the jacket and vest I have worn over it were not windproof. The hood fits good with or without a ponytail - I also wear the hood up under my snowmobile helmet. The hood covers well without limiting your sight. It is also quiet for hunting. I would easily wear this daily and the only reason I don't is the price. I am trying to save it for when the conditions warrant it. I have not found any downsides to this product yet. If I start to get pilling on it like some of the other reviews stated, I will update this post if I can. I know the price is high, but I hate being cold and uncomfortable, so it is worth it for me.

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Ty

Dec 28, 2022

2/5

Wanted to love this .

Wanted to love this . It is very warm ; but after just one wear the entire thing is pilling so bad . And not just where the binoculars harness was . The sleeves elastics are also showing through . Disappointed because even on sale it was still pricey . My boyfriend has the men’s version and it did not do that .

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Julie

Dec 23, 2022

3/5

I was so excited for

I was so excited for this hoody and really wanted to love it! The Bison color is to die for. For sizing I was right on the borderline of the small and medium waist measurements, so I opted for the medium and was glad I did. I don't like my clothing super compressive. There were a few things that just didn't hit the mark for me though, so I ended up returning. The built in mittens- at first I thought they were going to be awesome, but when not in use, you are left with sleeves that are waaay too long and have to be folded up. I felt like a kid wearing a hand-me-down that was too big because of the sleeves (but overall the rest of the size was good). The sewing of the material also felt itchy around my wrists where the sleeves had to be rolled back. As far as bow shootability, I did not feel like I had a great range of motion in the shoulder. I never shot my bow in it because I knew I'd be returning it, but I don't think it would've been great for that. If the hoody didn't have the built in mittens, and thus the insanely long sleeves, I probably would've kept it for casual everyday wear. Now that I think about it, I almost wish I'd just taken it to a tailor to have the sleeves hemmed up, but that would've cost extra. This was my first piece of Sitka, and I'm still not a convert, but I might try it again in the future.

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Molly B.

Dec 19, 2022

5/5

SUPER IMPRESSED with this product.

SUPER IMPRESSED with this product. Incredibly functional and well constructed— This is my new favorite layer!

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Courtney

Sep 22, 2022

5/5

Really like this hoodie, it’s

Really like this hoodie, it’s very quiet and the inner face mask is awesome when it’s a tad chilly or you’re running around in a side by side. Definitely good for archery with a base layer or two when you go from 40-80 in the span of 5 hours!

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Patti

Aug 16, 2022

5/5

This hoodie is my favorite

This hoodie is my favorite to wear for just about everything! I received it as a gift and highly recommend it to all my family members. The fit for a woman is amazing. It’s my go to for hiking biking boating/ fishing camping or just lounging around the house. I am impressed at the comfort in varying outdoor temps and windy conditions.

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Bethany S.

Sep 23, 2020

4/5

I love this hoodie not

I love this hoodie not only for walking around but for mid season white tail hunting. It’s perfect paired with my early season gear on hunts that get in the high 40- low 50’s. I would give it five stars if it had the safety harness port like the jackets.

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Mackenzie S.

Feb 2, 2020

5/5

I bought the Fanatic Hoody

I bought the Fanatic Hoody as my first Sitka product, and it’s perfect! I live in Iowa, so I primarily hunt whitetails, which is why I chose this product. It’s truly made to fit a woman’s body. The face mask in the hood is super convenient for a hunter, no more forgetting your face mask! The hoody is very warm in itself, perfect for 30-50 degree weather. I don’t over-heat or get cold in it, so it’s good at regulating body temperature! The fabric of the hoody is also very nice quality, it’s thicker, and the waffle-knit inside fabric is very soft and cozy. I wish I could wear it every day! Sitka’s products are made as an athletic fit, so if you like your hunting clothes a little looser like I do, I would order a size bigger. I would recommend this as a first product for the whitetail hunter to try out the brand, they really live up to their name! Great job, Sitka!

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Blake G.

Jun 12, 2019

5/5

Bought this last year for

Bought this last year for myself and my best girlfriend as we are both upland hunters in the north. We LOVE these Hoodies! I got a large just to have extra room and be comfortable and wow is it warm! The face mask and mittens that the hand holes form if you need them is amazing! Who ever engineered this hoodie did a damn good job! Love it. Great for 30-45 degree weather for me and allows me to have minimal layers on because it’s THAT warm

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Alan B.

Oct 18, 2024

5/5

Wife’s favorite new layer

Bought the new woodland camo for my wife to wear during turkey season, but it’s looking like she’s going to wear this every seasons…

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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Kimberly M.

May 13, 2024

5/5

Love this light weight but

Love this light weight but warm hoodie

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

Fit: True to size

Catherine L.

May 10, 2024

4/5

great hoodie, only complaint is

great hoodie, only complaint is that after the second time through the wash it came out pilly.

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Height: 5' - 5'2'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Savannah E.

May 3, 2024

5/5

I love this so much!

This is a great base layer of even a great hoodie when it's a little chilly

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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

David F.

Apr 27, 2024

5/5

Perfect

Perfect fit and so ver comfy. Ordered pants and was skeptical about the fit but they fit great. Worth the money all around. Love all my purchases

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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Christina M.

Mar 25, 2024

5/5

Love the color! Fits great!

Love the color! Fits great! Great for hiking!

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

Fit: True to size

David K.

Mar 24, 2024

5/5

I dont mind spending money

I dont mind spending money on quality products. Bought my first Sitka item... used it for the season then expandid. When mywife said she had an interest in being in the tree stand with me I had no doubt about what to get her to wear. She love the texture and fitting of the clothing!

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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Stacy M.

Mar 20, 2024

5/5

Lightweight and no bulk!

Love the fanatic so much I own 5! Lightweight and no bulk, and layers perfectly with many other Sitka items! Convenient pockets for phone and other items!

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

Fit: True to size

Dwayne L.

Mar 20, 2024

5/5

Great piece

Great piece

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

Fit: True to size

Bryant G.

Mar 15, 2024

5/5

Women approved

My wife is always cold. I purchased a Fanatic hoody for myself and mentioned how good it fit and how warm it was. She tried it on for a few minutes and said I want one! I really like the fit the built in face mask and the finger covers on the sleeves.

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Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Tony S.

Mar 13, 2024

5/5

Womens Fanatic Hoody

Fit was perfect for my daughter.

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Height: 5' - 5'2'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Jon H.

Mar 6, 2024

5/5

Love it!!!

My girlfriend absolutely LOVES IT!!!

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

Fit: True to size

Robert S.

Feb 23, 2024

5/5

Great hoody

Great hoody

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

Fit: True to size

Kiley S.

Feb 6, 2024

5/5

She loves it

Bought this for the wife. She loves the warmth and how soft the material is. The flip mits are the icing on the cake. Plan on getting another one soon.

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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Gretta E.

Feb 4, 2024

5/5

Great!

I absolutely love it, very comfortable

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

Fit: True to size

Michael C.

Feb 1, 2024

5/5

Great sweatshirt

Purchased for my wife. She loves it.

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Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Sarah K.

Jan 30, 2024

4/5

Size M, Women’s Fanatic Hoody

Good hoody. Sleeves are bit long, goes past my finger tips. Warm and soft. True to size.

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

Fit: True to size

Cody K.

Jan 23, 2024

5/5

Good base layer hoody.

Good base layer hoody.

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

Fit: True to size

Kurt K.

Jan 18, 2024

5/5

Great product bought it for

Great product bought it for my daughter and she loves it!

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

Fit: True to size

Heidi B.

Jan 16, 2024

5/5

Great Product

I love this, my favorite feature is the glove option. part of the sleeve folds over like a glove and has thumb holes. great for a brisk start to a morning hunt that warms up later on.

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

Fit: Runs big

Mike M.

Jan 16, 2024

5/5

Wife loves it

Comfy.

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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Steven G.

Jan 12, 2024

5/5

Fanatic Hoody

Great Product as usual.

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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Jacob C.

Jan 10, 2024

5/5

VERY warm! Best hunting jacket

VERY warm! Best hunting jacket I've ever owned.

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Height: below 5' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Thomas P.

Dec 29, 2023

5/5

Best Hoody

I have one of these for hunting and bought my wife one for everyday wear. She loves it, it's thin, lightweight but deceptively warm. These things are great.

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

Fit: True to size

William W.

Dec 29, 2023

5/5

Warm

Nice as an under layer when it’s cold.

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Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Brooklyn P.

Dec 28, 2023

5/5

This is my absolute favorite

This is my absolute favorite half zip! It’s so comfortable and so warm but it’s also light weight. I have one for hunting and one for everyday wear!

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Height: 5' - 5'2'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Eric J.

Dec 28, 2023

5/5

Excellent

Wife loves these hoodies.

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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Kristy R.

Dec 26, 2023

5/5

Very nice quality!!

Very nice quality!!

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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Mark S.

Dec 26, 2023

5/5

Fits great!

Love the built in face mask and enclosed Shang pockets.

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

Fit: True to size

Mark K.

Dec 23, 2023

4/5

Great product

Great product

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Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: Runs small

Bryon I.

Dec 23, 2023

5/5

Wife loves it

This piece is so versatile.

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Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Dana R.

Dec 20, 2023

5/5

Very warm

Kept me warm all hunt

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Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Patrick M.

Dec 18, 2023

5/5

Great All Around Jacket

I use this jacket as an everyday jacket, upland hunting, and salmon fishing Lake Michigan! It is an awesome jacket and cuts the wind. If you don't have one, you should consider purchasing one; you will not regret it!

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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Nicholas B.

Dec 18, 2023

5/5

Fits great my girlfriend loves

Fits great my girlfriend loves it

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

Fit: True to size

Rick S.

Dec 17, 2023

5/5

Perfect mid layer

Perfect for everyday activities but it more than comfortable to where in the field as a mid layer

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Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 100 lbs - 130lbs

Fit: True to size

Brittany O.

Dec 14, 2023

5/5

Great hoody! Requires some upkeep.

I really love this hoody! As a female, it seems so many shirts are just far too short to be practical in the field, but the Fanatic hoody is plenty long to cover your lower back, even when squatting or kneeling. I'm 5'6" and 126 lbs and the small size fits well and looks nice. It's definitely not a fitted shirt but it doesn't just hang on me, either. It fits slimly enough that the Jetstream vest goes over it without any bunching, and gives me a little extra protection from the winds on gusty cold days. The Fanatic breathes surprisingly well, given its thickness, and the deep zipper helps when you need a little more ventilation on a hike or pack-out. The sleeves are perhaps overly long. They're designed with thumbholes, which is becoming quite common, though I don't really utilize that feature. The sleeves also feature an extra flap of fabric at the cuff that you can fold over your fingers for mittens. I haven't found this feature particularly useful, perhaps a little while glassing, but it does make the sleeves extra long and places the thumbholes far up your forearms when not utilizing them. I just let the extra sleeve fabric bunch up and it pretty much closes off the thumbholes so it's not much of a problem. The hood is excellent, and I used the built-in facemask a bit while sitting brush blinds on an archery elk hunt. When you're not using the facemask and have it folded into the back of the hood, it is tight enough that it will pull back the sides of the hood a bit. If there was an extra inch of fabric this would be solved, but then perhaps the mask would be too loose while being worn. I'm assuming the designers tested that all out so I will trust their decision. Having hoods on shirts like the Fanatic is great because it keeps the sun off of your neck and face, and helps a lot with shielding you from the wind as well. The fabric is very quiet, completely silent, but the hood will reduce your hearing a touch so be cognizant of that. I wasn't thrilled about the sweatshirt-style pocket on the front of the shirt when I ordered it, but I was pleased to see that the pocket lays very flush against your body and is virtually invisible. The shirt fits well and looks sharp, and when my hands get a little chilly I can stuff them into that front pocket with ease. The pocket is super soft! I am almost tempted to give this hoody four stars because of the fabric. It pills like crazy, and definitely don't get velcro near it. Anywhere your pack, bino harness, or coat sleeve rubs is going to pill in these little tiny white balls. I use a small facial hair trimmer to buzz the pilling off and it mostly keeps the shirt looking like new. I have worn it in the field for a few weeks so far this winter and it has held up great. The fabric is soooo soft on the inside. This is definitely one of my favorite pieces of Sitka gear, even if I have to do a little "pill management."

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

Fit: True to size