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Post by genesis273 on Jul 8, 2019 13:20:23 GMT -5
I need new hunting clothes. I'm strongly considering just getting some green plaid shirts and canvas pants, such as Carhartt or Wrangler's. The price of durable hunting clothes is through the roof for one top and bottom. I could get a few flannels and canvas pants for the same price.
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Post by Pinoc on Jul 8, 2019 13:27:37 GMT -5
I wouldn’t blame you for going that route. My dad made most of his hunting clothes and killed his first turkey wearing blue jeans and a blue flannel shirt. I wouldn’t recommend those colors while turkey hunting but it did work.
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Post by deadeer on Jul 8, 2019 16:06:09 GMT -5
I bought about 7 or 8 pairs of camo cargo pants from Walmart clearance last few years. From $3 to $10. Some local Walmarts still have them on the shelf for $5 in South Bend.
Carhartt makes camo coveralls. Should last forever.
I have painted a couple sets of brown and black coveralls over the years. Has worked well for me. Same with a white sheet or oversize t shirt in the snow.
I made a homemade gillie suit like a poncho from a piece of camo mesh screen. Then stripped and glued burlap to it. Have used it to kill many game now. Got those components on clearance too.
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Post by MuzzleLoader on Jul 8, 2019 16:50:06 GMT -5
Boots and clothes I don’t skimp on. Water proof and warm are two things to stay out in the field.
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Post by beermaker on Jul 8, 2019 17:13:36 GMT -5
Boots and clothes I don’t skimp on. Water proof and warm are two things to stay out in the field. Nothing more needs to be said.
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Post by esshup on Jul 8, 2019 17:30:48 GMT -5
I need new hunting clothes. I'm strongly considering just getting some green plaid shirts and canvas pants, such as Carhartt or Wrangler's. The price of durable hunting clothes is through the roof for one top and bottom. I could get a few flannels and canvas pants for the same price. I think it all depends on how well you take care of things. I cringed when I bought overalls and a winter coat for almost $300 at Dicks in November 1998. BUT, I still can wear them today to hunt in. So the cost per year is very low.
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Post by jbird on Jul 8, 2019 17:43:01 GMT -5
i try not to skimp, but instead try to by nice stuff at a discount if and where I can. Off-season is when I try to see what I can find. I once funded 2 new scent blocker outfits for 50% because it was middle of summer and I found a 50% off all internet sales deal! I could care less of the brand or "technology". I just needed some decent camo of reasonable quality for a fair price.
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Post by medic22 on Jul 8, 2019 18:19:40 GMT -5
Been saying for years, the best camo is being comfortable enough to sit still. Whatever helps you do that.
I choose high end technical clothing (I buy everything on sale). I stay cooler in the heat and warmer in the cold (with fewer layers). Is it overkill for Indiana? Probably, but Im comfortable, therefore I sit still, and Im warmer, so I hunt longer.
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Post by scrub-buster on Jul 8, 2019 20:11:09 GMT -5
The last several seasons I have hunted in home made camo and then switched to plaid shirts and khaki pants last year. I hunt close to the house and don't like to hunt in heavy rain or super cold weather. High tech hunting clothes aren't necessary for my situation. Last season I killed 4 deer at 30 yards or less while wearing plaid and khaki. None of them knew I was there.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 8, 2019 20:13:06 GMT -5
I hunted for years with construction brown overalls and to this day the best camo. Twice I had bucks charge me. That brown is close to deer brown. Need to get another one. If you remember last year my camo was gray sweatshirt and blue jeans. I hunt in every day close all the time. A lot of times in my nice work clothes. Get home and head straight out.
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Post by scrub-buster on Jul 8, 2019 20:19:10 GMT -5
Being on a tight budget for my elk hunt this fall I had to get creative with hunting clothes. Everyone suggested wool or polyester clothing. I stopped at a thrift store and found some wool and polyester dress pants. They are light and comfortable. I plan on wearing some base layers underneath them. I paid $4 a pair for them. I plan on using them for deer season also.
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Post by Pinoc on Jul 8, 2019 20:46:46 GMT -5
The last several seasons I have hunted in home made camo and then switched to plaid shirts and khaki pants last year. I hunt close to the house and don't like to hunt in heavy rain or super cold weather. High tech hunting clothes aren't necessary for my situation. Last season I killed 4 deer at 30 yards or less while wearing plaid and khaki. None of them knew I was there. That picture right there says it all!
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Post by lawrencecountyhunter on Jul 8, 2019 21:18:55 GMT -5
I'm a firm believer in the layering system. Here in Indiana I still wear a lot of cotton, I just try to carry layers in and put them on in the stand. I do wear Merino wool socks here. If it rains I put on pvc type rain pants and jacket.
Out west, I wear all Merino wool base layers, so everything against the skin is wool. Over that I just try to wear pants that are durable and that dry quickly. I usually wear plaid shirts. I have a fleece jacket that usually rides in my backpack. If it's a cold hunt, I may double up on the wool base layers or throw on a heavier coat.
More expensive isn't always better. I have seen $150 pants shredded by thorns in AZ, and my $15 Walmart pants were nearly unscathed. Also, I've known guys that didn't layer properly and get cold, thinking their $300 puffy jacket should keep them warm just over a synthetic base layer.
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Post by featherduster on Jul 9, 2019 4:28:41 GMT -5
Start shopping at resale shops you would be surprised at the new or barely used quality outdoor wear you can find at a fraction of the cost.
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Post by beermaker on Jul 9, 2019 5:11:30 GMT -5
I need new hunting clothes. I'm strongly considering just getting some green plaid shirts and canvas pants, such as Carhartt or Wrangler's. The price of durable hunting clothes is through the roof for one top and bottom. I could get a few flannels and canvas pants for the same price. I think it all depends on how well you take care of things. I cringed when I bought overalls and a winter coat for almost $300 at Dicks in November 1998. BUT, I still can wear them today to hunt in. So the cost per year is very low. Good point. I just went and took a look at my gear. I have two pairs of Rocky boots, one is at least fifteen years old and the other at least ten. Two pairs of Under Armour rubber boots (one insulated and one not) that are over five. Several items from Cabelas' that are well over 15, etc. My Gore-Tex orange hat is older than I can remember. I don't think I have bought a new piece of hunting clothing in the last 4-5 years. Funny how I can remember when I bought hunting clothes, but not what I told someone at work yesterday.
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Post by steiny on Jul 9, 2019 9:15:45 GMT -5
Good hunting clothing will last a real long time. I've got stuff 20-30 years old and older still in use. The initial purchase price can be high, but considering how many years use you get, it isn't too bad.
I've not seen any for a while, but you used to be able to find thin cotton camo coveralls. Can wear layers of anything you want under those to stay warm and still have camo outerwear.
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Post by Woody Williams on Jul 9, 2019 10:25:43 GMT -5
Ive still got a bunch of old school Predator Fall Brown that I wear. I’ve bought some of the newer Predator (when it was on a huge sale) but I still gravitate back to the Fall Brown. I’m still not sure why Predator stopped making it?
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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2019 11:10:21 GMT -5
This camo pattern worked great last year. Just goes to show that big companies make up a lot of false information.
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Post by genesis273 on Jul 10, 2019 4:51:21 GMT -5
Funny how I can remember when I bought hunting clothes, but not what I told someone at work yesterday.
The mind remembers what's important to us! Lol!
I'm still looking around and hadn't settled on anything just yet.
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Post by featherduster on Jul 10, 2019 10:12:19 GMT -5
This camo pattern worked great last year. Just goes to show that big companies make up a lot of false information. I have that pattern of camo it's called Urban Camo, fools those backyard deer everytime.
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