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Saddle Hunter Midweight Jacket
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SKU: 1023110-225-MD
Overview
Built for mid-season saddle hunting, this jacket is designed around the realities of working from a saddle rather than a standard stand setup. Elevated front pockets are placed for easier access above the bridge, while the drop tail adds coverage and helps keep the back of the jacket in place during use. A tree harness port broadens its usefulness for both hybrid saddle and treestand hunters, and the smooth polyester forearms are intended to improve clearance when drawing a bow.
Why Hunters Choose This Product
Elevated Front
Pockets are positioned above the
Drop Tail
Design adds coverage and helps
Tree Harness
Port supports use for both
Smooth Polyester
Forearms provide increased clearance when
Midweight Construction
Versatile option for mid-season hunting
Key Features
- Designed for saddle hunters using John Eberhart’s saddle hunting expertise and ScentLok apparel knowledge.
- Midweight jacket built as a mid-season option within the Saddle Hunter Series.
- Elevated front pockets are positioned above the saddle bridge for easier access.
- Drop tail adds extended coverage and helps keep the jacket from coming untucked.
- Includes a tree harness port for hybrid saddle and treestand use.
- Smooth polyester forearms provide increased clearance when drawing a bow.
Best Used For
- Saddle hunters needing elevated pocket access above the bridge for easier gear reach
- Hybrid hunters who move between saddle setups and treestand stands during the season
- Bowhunters wanting smoother forearm clearance when drawing in a seated hunting position
- Mid-season hunters looking for a jacket with added coverage and reduced untucking issues
Specifications
| Drop Tail | Present |
|---|---|
| Elevated Front Pockets | Present |
| Long Description | Admit it, standard pocket positioning in clothing just doesn't work for saddle hunters. Drawing on John Eberhart's extensive saddle hunting expertise and ScentLok's wealth of apparel knowledge, we developed the Saddle Hunter Series. Following the success of our late-season suit, we aimed to introduce a mid-season option, offering saddle hunters a versatile suit with more choices throughout the season.The Saddle Hunter midweight jacket features elevated front pockets, strategically positioned above the bridge of your saddle for easy access. With the addition of a drop tail, you'll enjoy extended coverage, ensuring warmth and preventing the back of your jacket from coming untucked while in the saddle. Enhancing the suit's versatility for both hybrid saddle and treestand hunters, we included a tree harness port. Moreover, the smooth polyester forearms give hunters increased clearance when drawing their bows |
| Product Category | Jacket |
| Product Subcategory | Midweight Jacket |
| Short Description | Admit it, standard pocket positioning in clothing just doesn't work for saddle hunters. Drawing on John Eberhart's extensive saddle hunting expertise and ScentLok's wealth of apparel knowledge, we developed the Saddle Hunter Series. Following the success of our late-season suit, we aimed to introduce a mid-season option, offering saddle hunters a versatile suit with more choices throughout the season.The Saddle Hunter midweight jacket features elevated front pockets, strategically positioned abo |
| Smooth Polyester Forearms | Present |
| Tree Harness Port | Present |
Pros
- Elevated front pockets are positioned above the saddle bridge for easier access.
- Drop tail design adds coverage and helps keep the jacket tucked in.
- Tree harness port supports use for both saddle and treestand setups.
- Smooth polyester forearms provide increased clearance when drawing a bow.
- Midweight construction offers a versatile option for mid-season hunting.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a mid-season option, so it may not be the right choice for hunters looking for a dedicated late-season or heavy-insulation jacket.
- The elevated front pockets are tailored to saddle use, which is useful in the saddle but less relevant for hunters who spend most of their time on the ground.
- The drop tail adds coverage and helps keep the jacket tucked, but it also reflects a more specialized cut that may feel different from a standard hunting jacket.
- The tree harness port and smooth polyester forearms are practical features for hybrid saddle and treestand use, but they add specificity that may be unnecessary for hunters who do not use those setups.
Suggested Comparisons
- Midweight hunting jacket
- Saddle hunting outerwear
- Treestand hunting jacket
- Layering jacket for mid-season hunts
Suggested Accessories
- Saddle hunting harness
- Base layer top
- Midweight hunting pants
- Bow release
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this jacket suited to saddle hunting specifically?
It is designed around saddle-hunting use, with elevated front pockets positioned above the bridge of the saddle for easier access. It also includes a drop tail for added coverage while seated in the saddle.
What makes this jacket suited to saddle hunting specifically?
It is designed around saddle-hunting use, with elevated front pockets positioned above the bridge of the saddle for easier access. It also includes a drop tail for added coverage while seated in the saddle.
Does this jacket work for treestand hunting too?
Yes. The long description says it was built to be versatile for both hybrid saddle and treestand hunters, and it includes a tree harness port.
Does this jacket work for treestand hunting too?
Yes. The long description says it was built to be versatile for both hybrid saddle and treestand hunters, and it includes a tree harness port.
What is the purpose of the elevated front pockets?
They are positioned above the bridge of the saddle so pocket access is easier while wearing a saddle setup.
What is the purpose of the elevated front pockets?
They are positioned above the bridge of the saddle so pocket access is easier while wearing a saddle setup.
What does the drop tail add to the jacket?
The drop tail is described as providing extended coverage and helping keep the back of the jacket from coming untucked while in the saddle.
What does the drop tail add to the jacket?
The drop tail is described as providing extended coverage and helping keep the back of the jacket from coming untucked while in the saddle.
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