olmos1010 Report post Posted August 23, 2022 After hunting this past weekend in some heavy heavy rains I found out that my rain gear will not hold up in the heavy stuff. That being said I'm looking for Feedback on some quality rain gear being as I'll be chasing bugles for 3 weeks straight here in September. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancetkenyon Report post Posted August 24, 2022 Kuiu. I have 3 sets. 2 Yukon, 1 Chugach. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heat Report post Posted August 24, 2022 Light weight just in case, Cabelas Space Rain or Marmot Precip. Need more durability Kuiu Chugach. All out you will drown without it, Kuiu Yukon or Sitka's best. Guide I asked about it in Alaska that makes his living in raingear was all about Sitka. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HuntHarder Report post Posted August 24, 2022 High end kuiu or Sitka, if you want to move while it's raining. If you just want to stay dry and hunker down, Helly Hansen is top notch for complete waterproofness. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elkaholic Report post Posted August 24, 2022 I always carry a GI poncho. Doubles as a drop tarp for laying out fielddressed meat. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegunsmith2506 Report post Posted August 24, 2022 I wore Sitka in Alaska last year. We got rained on every day for 7 days and I stayed dry the whole time. It was worth every penny. I even wore it last week while bear hunting. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HuntHarder Report post Posted August 24, 2022 I too have Sitka, it's what I'm taking to AK here soon. It worked phenomenally well on my first AK trip. Everyone in AK Swears by Helly Hansen for all out downpours, but it does not breath. I took it last trip and never took it out of my bag. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
olmos1010 Report post Posted August 24, 2022 So what sitka or kuiu setup are you guys running or recommend? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
olmos1010 Report post Posted August 24, 2022 17 hours ago, lancetkenyon said: Kuiu. I have 3 sets. 2 Yukon, 1 Chugach. Preference? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancetkenyon Report post Posted August 24, 2022 For colder weather, I definitely like the Yukon. I wear one of my sets for work when it is cold and windy. I have worn them as outer layers when hunting in the snow a bunch. Nice to keep your butt dry when glassing in the snow or dewy ground. Waterproof and windproof. I have crashed through a lot of thick stuff, and they have shrugged off all tears and snags. The Chugach are definitely lighter. More like just a shell. But they are definitley rain gear too. I have always stayed completely dry except when wind blows it down the collar. They do have a hood, I just sometimes don't wear it when I have a cowboy hat on. Depending on WHERE and WHEN your tag is should determine what set you get. If you have a Unit 22S early archery type tag, I would go Chugach. If you have a Unit 1 early archery, the Yukon makes more sense. If you want to use it on mid to late season too, the Yukon is definitely the way to go. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
olmos1010 Report post Posted August 24, 2022 1 hour ago, lancetkenyon said: For colder weather, I definitely like the Yukon. I wear one of my sets for work when it is cold and windy. I have worn them as outer layers when hunting in the snow a bunch. Nice to keep your butt dry when glassing in the snow or dewy ground. Waterproof and windproof. I have crashed through a lot of thick stuff, and they have shrugged off all tears and snags. The Chugach are definitely lighter. More like just a shell. But they are definitley rain gear too. I have always stayed completely dry except when wind blows it down the collar. They do have a hood, I just sometimes don't wear it when I have a cowboy hat on. Depending on WHERE and WHEN your tag is should determine what set you get. If you have a Unit 22S early archery type tag, I would go Chugach. If you have a Unit 1 early archery, the Yukon makes more sense. If you want to use it on mid to late season too, the Yukon is definitely the way to go. I appreciate the feedback, I've got the 27 early archery and my daughter has the 22s muzzleloader that starts right after mine ends so I'll be in both situations this season. Good problem have I guess. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heat Report post Posted August 24, 2022 For AZ I would look at Kutana if you are considering KUIU. Its sort of in between the Yukon and Chugach. Supposedly has a very durable but breathable shell. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstcoueswas80 Report post Posted August 25, 2022 I have a cheap Kings Camo set. It works great, and fits my large @$$ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joe hunter Report post Posted August 25, 2022 I’ve got Sitka rain gear and it works ! I’ve had it probably 10 years and have no idea what the name of it is. My Amigo I hunt with has Kuiu rain gear and neither one of us ever get wet. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Code3 Report post Posted August 25, 2022 I have the Lightweight Kuiu Northridge rain set. Bought for the unpredictable Spring showers. It’s great. Pit zippers, hood, & full length leg zips are a plus. It packs down to almost nothing at the bottom of your pack. It can be worn for warmth the first couple hours before sunrise, as it breathes. It’s my experience to never pay full retail for Kuiu. They have multiple sales throughout the year, but not across all products. Check out this upcoming sale… 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
