Anything with windstopper is a go. Not the tightest weave, but totally reasonable, for my purposes. Wool has come a long way, once the weather gets cold all my base and mid layers are merino wool and outer layer is wool or down. Wearing good undies help greatly. However, when you are on a tight budget, I think they are sufficient for most cold weather. Search ebay for deals on Filson. camelcamelcamel receives a commission on all purchases made through our Amazon links. I do use GorTex and sometimes a high end synthetic outer layer but, not as often as I used to. I have a pair of the bibs and like them a lot. i have the columbian wool gallatin (sp?) Okay for the money, but will wear out quick in the knees and crotch. If you're packing in and have a long hike, you're going to be shedding layers no matter what fabric you wear, when wool gets wet it still keeps you warm, so you don't have to worry about drying it out for it to be functional. It worked, and it's been working for me for 20 years. I have been eying up some Columbia Wool for late season hunting and wondered what guys that have it think of it? Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. If your at Sportsmans or Bass Pro, look at the Browning wool. I have shot countless deer and ducks and pigs while wearing that coat. Same Columbia gear went with me to Montana when my daughter shot this deer at the PBS hunt. I have the matching pants as well. This is the price charged by third party merchants for items in Used condition. If you are in super cold temperatures stand hunting I can see how it may be ok but if you are doing much hiking/packing I would think wool would be a great disadvantage? Nothing like the real high end wool. It is made better, of better material, simply stated. For me the investment was well worth the money. I too love my jet stream, but also love my Yukon kuiu. I've already gone to merino base layers and down intermediate layers. Its fleece lined as well, and a much tighter weave than the columbia. Please contact us at 800-800-5083 or call the local store number listed below and we will be happy to confirm availability for you. overall though i am not a wool fan, regardless of make. Jackets camo is really nice but lighter then I expected. I need a new pair of pants now as my wife extended the waist size by moving the cheap button they sew on these. Some oversized items do not qualify for this promotion. Honestly, my down puffy vests are like gold to me now. Almost 20 years ago, I moved the family to southern Illinois and one of the first purchases I made was a Columbia wool camo hunting coat. Then eight years ago, I bit the bullet for Sleeping Indian. I see it as a plus that it's recycled wool. lareva. However, its not a tight weave at all. I forget what its called, but my wife bought me some a few years ago. For purchase totals of less than $49, you will be responsible for shipping through UPS. Worn with layering underneath, this Columbia Gallatin keeps me warm and dry on the worst weather days, and the fit is bang on with plenty of room for layering, or not. I wear the vest a lot and when it gets real cold, the jacket. If you are looking at cold rain weather pants, and also will be running into a lot of thorns (berries, devils club and the like) consider looking at River's West pants. What are your tought on it and what type of conditions have you used it in. The digital wolf camo is awsome but lighter then what it looks like online wish they had more products with this type of camo print! Adding cotton makes it absorb moisture a bit more and just as important, odors which are caused by bacteria growth. I used the Columbia stuff for two years, it was worn out in the crotch, and the buttons had to all be resewn. Nutrition/Running/Strength Training/Other Workouts, The Return Act bad for Wildlife Conservation and will ultimately be the demise of Hunting in the US, Redesigned Windproof Sitka Jetstream Jacket and Vest. My wife's nose confirms this. You do need to wear a base layer underneath, the wind cuts through the wool pretty easily. If its cold and windy, the wind cuts right through the stuff. Its a relaxed fit but manages to stay snug in the shoulders and arms and a litlle more spacious around the torso. I have sat on stand in -15 F for hours and never been cold in them. All the above plus notice what I am wearing under the wool. I am ready to buy something new and I wear a Filson wool Mackinaw in the winter also. I also prefer t add a Merino layer as well. jims, The weight of the wool clothing greatly depends on the quality of wool, how it was spun and what temp range the clothing is for. If you decide you are interested in some Columbia wool pants, check the classifieds. Sorry, we have no data for this price type. This is the price charged by third party merchants for items in New condition. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. It seems like wool is super heavy and bulky plus if gotten wet takes forever to dry? If you can't afford the best this will keep you comfortable. Please make sure the merchandise is in it's original packaging with all of it's paperwork/tags. Yea, the outer layer is my last addition. It is quite a good deal when compared to other woolen products. Wool works best with the longest fibers, like from the backs of the sheep. I've already gone to merino base layers and down intermediate layers. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. i would recommend it unless you intend to live in the clothing so to speak during the winter months. * since Apr 07, 2011. We have no data (and thus no recommendations) for this price type. California Residents: Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Seems like it was not much more cost either. D) after eight years I had it drycleaned for the first time, and it really did not need it. I can't live without them and they weigh practically nothing and take up so little space in the pack. And layer with a good down mid. Padding in the knees and elbow area helps also. (It costs to dryclean). C) dirt, blood, mud, dust, all just flake and brush off after the garment is just left to hang dry and sir out. Yeah the sticker shock was tough to swallow until I started to notice: A) better insulation and far larger comfort range, from about 60' to minus 15' B) No odor accumulation---I wear my Sleeping Indian about 45 days per fall season, and don't wash it or dryclean itonly hang it outside under the roof of my barn to air out naturally.there is no odor at all except for the wool smell. Definitely not as pictured. The two-way Zipper works great with no snags. Im 230 lbs and 5"11 and it fits snug in the arms, chest and shoulders but roomier around the torso and this is with a shirt and sweatshirt underneath (i orderd a large). I'm not trying to be a dink but am curious why you would go with wool rather than some of the lighter weight fabrics that are currently available? I would have worn out three or four sets of Columbia by now based on my experience, and not been as comfortable. I mostly use it sitting on stand and still hunting in the rain in "hypothermia weather" 35-50 degrees. I've got the Galliatian wool shirt jac, which i like. The columbia stuff is recycled wool, meaning shorter wool fibers, with some cotton mixed in. I got a large and im 5'11 and weigh 230 pounds just to give you guys an idea of how it fits. I can't live without them and they weigh practically nothing and take up so little space in the pack. then, i would consider something of a higher quality. It rained that day and the Columbia kept me warm and dry with the help of the high tech stuff underneath. So after now, eight years, my SI wool is still going strong, not wearing out after about 300 plus days of wear and hundreds of miles of walking, sitting, kneeling, crawling etc.I am starting to appreciate the value. Just used my jacket on a turkey hunt, and didn't realize how faded it actually is! This availability list is a helpful tool to find what you need, but it does not guarantee store availability. Those are the ticket. JavaScript is disabled. I've been hiking, camping, backpacking and rock climbing my whole life and have used every sport fabric under the sun. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. That sort of thing is common here in the Coastal NW in Oct-Dec. The only negative I'd have to say about this product is that i wish it were more denser and layered i have not been able to test this during the cold months of december and January when im bowhunting but my prediction is it wont hold up the best now im not knocking it like i said im only guessing at this point. Columbia Men's Gallatin Range Shirt Jacket,BROWN WOOL CAMO,Small (B001CJ0OEK), We can't tell which price type is featured in the, Columbia Men's Gallatin Range Shirt Jacket,BROWN WOOL CAMO,Small | Amazon price tracker / tracking, Amazon price history charts, Amazon price watches, Amazon price drop alerts | camelcamelcamel.com, Columbia Men's Gallatin Range Shirt Jacket, BROWN WOOL CAMO, Small (B001CJ0OEK). hooded jacket for about 6-8 years now and find it a very good jacket, durable, very warm, and sheds moisture well. Honestly, my down puffy vests are like gold to me now. This is the price charged for New products when Amazon itself is the seller. Plenty of pockets to carry all kinds of goodies and keep your hands warm too. It has to be drycleaned after a couple weeks wear to mitigate the human odor. Sign up for price drop alerts and begin tracking this product by completing the form below. Sign up and receive the best deals first, plus we give away a $25 gift card every month! We happily accept Returns or Exchanges at any time. The pantst seem to be bulky. Also the jacket is thin but surprisingly warm. It will keep you warm for the most part, and is not bad for the money. Also good job on bob ward on getting my package to me within 3 days and if you ask me thats good for free shipping coming from montana to wisconsin. It may not display this or other websites correctly. You must log in or register to reply here. Also The hood on this jacket does a nice job concealing your head neck and face. too heavy, and i think there is other clothing on the market that performs better. Why does the better wool like SI work this well? Yea, the outer layer is my last addition. 60% Recycled Wool, 40% Unknown Reclaimed Fibers. I knew I'd be out on the stand in teens and sometimes single digit weather, and I wanted a big wool coat I could layer under to stay warm. I received a SI jacket for last Christmas and I have to say it is an amazing garment for sure. Made from recycled wool and reclaimed fibers, this full-zip Columbia camo jacket is designed to perform and protect when the hunt is on with 380g of wool warmth, dual entry hand pockets, and adjustable cuffs and hem. For one the wool is processed from the backs of the sheep, with the lanolin left in the fibers for a natural water proofer and natural odor mitigator. The attached hood is extra nice to shield my neck and ears from the cold wind. You are using an out of date browser. Jacket is thinner than expected but yet still surprisingly warm. I have the vest, pants and archer's jacket. I had a Columbia wool coat and sold it after 2 seasons just because it didn't block the wind. The Columbia stuff is recycled, the lanolin is largely processed out and they add cotton to weave the fibers. I'm referring to all my out door activity, not just hunting. I suggest any brands, and watch for sales and deals, because they do get spendy. Returned merchandise must be in new and sellable condition. i tend to hunt more open country so don't worry much about thick cover tearing it apart. As Titan_Bow says, it's good for the money. I really like it too, just wish it wasn't so faded looking. i wear mine mostly for outside work. FREE Shipping for purchase totals of $49 and over that are shipped within the lower 48 states. I have worn this hunting pheasants in Michigan in 5 degree weather and this outfit has to be about ten years old? Free shipping only applies to ground shipping and is subject to charges on oversized items. I am looking at the Monarch Pass Wool Jacket and maybe the bib or pants as well. The weave was drafty, and not close to being as water resistant as better wool wear. + of the last 31 price changes. It should be perfect for hunting during the rut (october-november).
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