I have the jacket and pants. I think the waterproofness of the goretex has faded with washing. It works reasonably well, although if you are sitting in the pool of water you will be wet. Also, it is allot quieter than traditional goretex gear, however having regular camo and raingear seperate is likely the way I would go in the future.

Evan

 

I have the kuiu teton rain gear set. Although ive only used it once so far, it kept me bone dry in a downpour.

 

They are nice. The pants fit small though by a good size maybe two.

 

I can't believe all the people that own Sitka gear on here and I can only get 3 opinions on this outfit !

 

staying 100% waterproof is in how you take care of it . i have the jacket and its a nice fit athletic fit for sure but its heavy compared to most. rain outfits but for stand hunting that is a plus because its a duel purpose piece. its as quiet as the stratus fleece and its waterproof.
hope this helps

 

Nothing that truly breathes is 100% water proof. They will all leak eventually. Breathable waders you ask? Well they don't really breath, they are just lighter than say neoprene but you will still sweat if you do any activity. The only truly waterproof material is PVC coated garments and the like. ALot of trial and error in the duck blind has lead me to this. I now wear a grundens bib and parka set up for duck hunting and if it is raining really hard and I am deer hunting I go for a ground blind or an umbrella in the tree. Not to rain on your parade, but unless sitka can provide you the mm ratings on their garments you don't really know. Saying that, when i used to use breathable stuff for duck hunting rain, a good wash with nik wax products and then a wash with their gortex rejuvenation product followed by a spray of the orange can silicon spray seemed to work best, YMMV

https://www.evo.com/guides/outerwear-waterproof-ratings-and-breathability

 

I live in a small, remote village on the Alaska Peninsula. Great rain gear is a must. Returns and exchanges are a hassle. I've been field testing this gear in a variety of weather conditions and activities for the past three months. Misses: 1) The sleeve cuffs wick moisture up the sleeve and onto whatever layer you’re wearing underneath - even on a short walk in moderate rain or wet snow. Annoying, to say the least, in the 30 to 50 degree temperatures typical out here. 2) From a company that boasts “athletic fit,” the pants should fit both the waist and the leg length of a fit person. I ordered the medium, which fits my waist. The pants are a good 2 inches short. I'm not Bill Walton - just a slightly above average 6 feet even. 3) The jacket pockets are roomy and bone dry. But the entrance is small, making storing and accessing even a small pair of binoculars, a field book, a point and shoot camera or a box of flies more difficult than it needs to be. 4) I don’t understand the design theory behind the looped cord on the Back of the hood. Yes, I get that this is to customize a snug fit. But… a loop on the back of the head? This is an invitation to get snagged every time I go through an alder thicket. It also gets hung up on the camera tripod (particularly the Wimberley head) I often sling over my shoulder when afield. Hits: 1) Except for the issue with the sleeves, this gear is dry. 2) And quiet. 3) Pockets are roomy and dry. 4) Overall fit is very comfortable and allows for excellent range of motion - great for fishing, wildlife photography, hunting and boating. Allows for appropriate layering in cold weather conditions 5) The Optifade camo is very effective against a wide range of backgrounds 6) Gear is lightweight and packs down fairly small. 7) Versatile. With layering, very comfortable in 20 degree F weather - even when wind pushes the chill factor down into single digits. Alternatively, with a light shirt, gear is comfortable in 45 - 65 degree temperatures. All factors considered, I can’t recommend this gear. The sleeve cuff wicking issue is not acceptable but should be an easy fix. The hood rear loop needs to be replaced with a less snag-prone system - and one that isn't in the back of the head. Make the jacket pocket entrances just a little larger so that even with glove liners a hand easily fits in and gear can be pulled out. Give us slim 6-footers considered to be "tall" an option for pants that actually fit.

 

I only have the pants and they work good for me ..people have said they get wet on the west coast wearing them
has not been an issue for me , but I mostly tree stand hunt, I do wear them when the fields are wet from morning dew
walking in the tall wet grass ..I have had them 3 years, I do feel they are too expensive but have worked well for me...

 

get kuiu chugach or Yukon. sitka downpour is nice stuff if you keep it out of the brush, I ruined a set in 4 days around here, just doesn't hold up at all. kuiu is far more durable, and has better stretch.

for just sitting in a tree, downpour is probably just fine.

I hunt in thick brush, and my gear is exposed to it daily, so my experience may be different than others.

 

I have a lot of Sitka clothing and if anything claims to be waterproof and you see it is Gore Tex forget it. It will NEVER keep you dry all day in a rain. The only rain gear i have found that keeps me dry except the sleeves wicking is Rivers West. If you are stand hunting which is how i hunt it is great. If walking much you will sweat your azz off. Had it for five going on six seasons and still the only true rain gear i know of. Very durable as well. And can be thrown in the drier on low heat to dry.

 

Thanks guys for all the info ! I guess I'll have to make my mind up !

 

Look at the cloudburst. I liked it a lot more than the downpour.

 

I nhave the elevated rain forgot style but not 100% waterproof. I do get wet in a heavy rain I dont use it very often--It is light an form fitting so can fit warm clothes under it for me