Sitka Kelvin Ultra Lite Jacket Review

The sitka kelvin down ultra lite jacket by matt wymer rokslide prostaff.

Sitka kelvin ultra lite jacket review.

Sitka kelvin lite down jacket and pants. Three to four months ago i was given the opportunity to test a prototype jacket from sitka featuring a new technology from primaloft the primaloft gold insulation primaloft gold is a down blend that boasts it has harnessed the benefits of both down and synthetic insulation. Sitka gear kelvin lite hoody. The jacket certainly moved with me as i hiked or did tasks around camp.

While i had no complaints with the k lite the kelvin active improved on it. Sitka s primaloft one insulation is a must if you are looking for lofted warm insulation high wind resistance less bulk and light weight. Vest version of kelvin lite hoody. Spending extra on your gear.

Both of these new items have a new proprietary sitka primaloft 900 fill synthetic down blend. The down is independently treated with a dwr and makes up 80 of the blended portion of the. 23 5 oz sitka s warmest synthetic jacket. I used the kelvin lite for years because most of my hunting doesn t involve bitter cold.

This jacket is well insulated to take the chill out of these activities with durable 4 way stretch panels on the sides which increase the range of motion and overall breathability of the jacket. The fabric is nearly silent it breathes well and the fit is great the tall version is the cat s meow for my frame. 13 7oz ultra breathable and very quiet. Same as kelvin hoody without the hood.

New for 2020 sitka is releasing its new kelvin lite down jacket and pant. Ultra fine fibers are engineered to retain maximum warmth even when wet and create a product that is quiet and less bulky allowing for greater freedom of movement. The sitka kelvin lite hoody is a lightweight hooded synthetic insulated jacket that is perfect for use from mid season hikes or hunts to moderate aerobic winter activities such as hiking or snowshoeing. The lightest jacket in the review.

See the release here on their website. The kelvin pant vest and jacket is thermally efficient has superior water resistance dries faster than down and is breathable. The side panels of the jacket stretch to help accommodate for its very athletic fit.