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I'm looking at softshell vests to add to my clothing list for hunting and hiking. I do alot of still hunting and feel less restrained in a vest as an outer garment. I'm looking for minimum bulk, quiet, windproof. Sitka and Kuiu have the vest version of their Jetsream and Guide jackets which I'm looking at. Drake waterfowl gear has another. Others to consider? I'm not opposed to Patagonia, Mountain Hardware, Outdoor Research, etc. Prefer non-camo but that isnt a deal killer for me.
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Simms Fishing has a couple of nice vests. Patagonia or North Face are never a bad choice. I've got a Cabela's vest that I've had for 5-6 years that's awesome, but from my experience their quality has fallen off over the past few years. I wear vests as well. I hate having my arms tied up, or shoulders feeling bound.
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Didnt think of Sims. I have a Sims dealer fly shop nearby. Thanks!
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I just bought the Jetstream vest, but haven't gave it a good workout yet.
I was looking for light, windproof, and quiet, and so far, no regrets.
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Well, its camo, but you might want to check out the Kryptek Vellus vest. Its super quiet fleece and windproof/waterproof. I've had mine a year now and very pleased with it. I have found the best prices at www.bowhuntingoutlet.com
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Love my Patagonia and my Kuiu vests. Can’t go wrong with either
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Which ones do you have for each brand?
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I just bought the Jetstream vest, but haven't gave it a good workout yet.
I was looking for light, windproof, and quiet, and so far, no regrets. I have a Jetstream jacket and always lean Sitka first.
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Kuiu Peloton 240 vest is what I settled on. Great in the wind and very comfy.
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Just looked back at Simms. They only have 2 choices. Not sure either is what you want. I thought they had more offerings. https://www.simmsfishing.com/shop/mens/jackets
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I get a lot of use out of my Patagonia nano puff vest.
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I bought a Jestream closeout in whatever funky camo color they are purging. We'll see how it fits.
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I bought a Jestream closeout in whatever funky camo color they are purging. We'll see how it fits. That's what I bought too....ground forest camo....I kinda like it....
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Drake isn't an option for an active outerwear. I own a lot of it and it's fine for a stationary duck blind, but not for active outerwear.
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I have an Atom LT jacket and really like it. I have doubts the exterior shell would hold up to much timber hunting. I just bought more Tenacious Tape to fix my current puffys...... 
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Look up Day One Camouflage. Been wearing their stuff for 20 years.
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I just bought the Jetstream vest, but haven't gave it a good workout yet.
I was looking for light, windproof, and quiet, and so far, no regrets. Been using the Jetstream vest for a couple of seasons now and I really like it. rookie
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I could like the Snowcrest.
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