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ArcticShield(R) Men's Classic Elite Parka
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SKU: WX2*0711935
Overview
Built for long sits in severe cold, this parka is designed to help hunters stay warm, dry, and comfortable when conditions are at their toughest. Its waterproof, windproof construction and ArcticShield Retain thermal material are intended to hold in body heat while still allowing freedom of movement over layers. The relaxed fit, adjustable hood and cuffs, and multiple pockets add practical comfort and storage for stand hunts and other cold-weather outings. With blaze orange visibility and a polyester tricot outer shell, it suits hunters who need dependable cold-weather outerwear without unnecessary bulk.
Why Hunters Choose the Arctic Shield
100% Waterproof,
Windproof protection helps keep out
Arcticshield Retain
Thermal material retains up to
Relaxed Fit
Allows movement while layering for
Blaze Orange
Outer shell adds high visibility
Multiple Pockets
Accessible storage for essentials and
Key Features
- 100% waterproof and windproof protection helps keep out harsh weather.
- ArcticShield Retain thermal material captures and reflects up to 90% of body heat.
- Durable polyester tricot outer shell comes in highly visible blaze orange.
- Polyester lining in the body supports easy on and off over layers.
- Zippered chest and side pockets provide access to essentials.
- Top-load cargo pockets and pass-behind handwarmer pockets add storage and comfort.
- Adjustable drawcord hood, waist, and hook-and-loop cuffs help fine-tune the fit.
Best Used For
- Tree-stand hunters facing extreme-cold conditions and long, motionless sits
- Hunters needing waterproof, windproof outerwear for wet, windy weather
- Those layering for late-season hunts who want easy on/off over clothing
- Hunters who prefer a relaxed fit with adjustable hood, waist, and cuffs
- Users wanting blaze orange visibility for hunting situations requiring high visibility
Specifications
| Cargo Pockets | Top-load cargo pockets |
|---|---|
| Chest Pockets | Zippered chest pockets |
| Chin Cover | Chin cover with hook-and-loop closure |
| Fit | Relaxed fit |
| Handwarmer Pockets | Pass-behind handwarmer pockets |
| Heat Retention | captures 90% of your body heat |
| Hood | Adjustable drawcord hood |
| Interior Pocket | Easy-access interior patch pocket |
| Lining Material | Polyester lining in body |
| Outer Shell Color | highly visible blaze orange |
| Outer Shell Material | Durable polyester tricot outer shell |
| Side Pockets | Side pockets |
| Thermal Material | ArcticShield(R) Retain(TM) thermal material |
| Waist | Adjustable drawcord waist |
| Waterproof | 100% waterproof |
| Windproof | 100% windproof |
| Wrist Cuffs | Adjustable hook-and-loop wrist cuffs |
Pros
- 100% waterproof, windproof protection helps keep out harsh weather
- ArcticShield Retain thermal material retains up to 90% of body heat
- Relaxed fit allows movement while layering for cold-weather hunts
- Blaze orange outer shell adds high visibility in the field
- Multiple pockets provide accessible storage for essentials and handwarmers
- Adjustable hood, waist, and wrist cuffs help fine-tune the fit
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The relaxed fit is designed to go over layers, so it may feel bulkier than a lighter outer layer when you are moving through brush or climbing.
- Blaze orange visibility is a clear advantage for safety, but it is less discreet if you want a low-profile look outside of hunting use.
- The parka is built around extreme-cold, stand-style hunting, so it may be more insulation than needed for milder conditions or high-activity hunts.
- Its weather protection and thermal lining add warmth and coverage, but that usually comes with less packability than a simpler shell.
Suggested Comparisons
- Cold-weather hunting parkas
- Waterproof and windproof hunting outerwear
- Insulated blaze orange hunting jackets
- Tree stand hunting apparel
Suggested Accessories
- Insulated hunting bibs
- Thermal base layers
- Hand warmers
- Hunting gloves
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ArcticShield Classic Elite Parka fully waterproof and windproof?
Yes. The product description states that it has 100% waterproof and windproof protection to help keep out nasty weather.
What kind of insulation or heat-retention feature does this parka use?
It uses ArcticShield Retain thermal material, which is described as capturing and reflecting back up to 90% of your body heat.
Does this parka have blaze orange visibility for hunting?
Yes. The outer shell is described as a durable polyester tricot in highly visible blaze orange.
What storage options does the parka include?
The listed pockets include zippered chest pockets, side pockets, top-load cargo pockets, pass-behind handwarmer pockets, and an easy-access interior patch pocket.
How does the fit work over cold-weather layers?
The parka is described as having a relaxed fit, and the polyester lining in the body is intended for easy on/off over layers.