There are certain things you don't mess with. For people who know their way around the kitchen, that includes the countertop KitchenAid blender. Some minor alterations over the years, but essentially the same 'ol reliable. Anglers might call out the Zara Spook or original Dardevle spoon as products to leave well enough alone. And as firearm enthusiasts, we gotta tip our Stormy Cromer to the Daisy Red Rider.
In whitetail world, that same reasoning applies to ScentLok's Alpha Elite Jacket and Bib. Well, but for one exception – the iconic hunting gear manufacturer is introducing new women's sizes...
For years, the Alpha Elite Jacket and Bib have been built around a legacy of being waterproof, insulated, odor-adsorbing and designed to keep hunters warm and undetected in cold, wet conditions. Mic drop…
The Alpha Elite's outer shell is a quiet, brushed polyester tricot with DryLok™ waterproof and breathable membrane designed for late-season hunting conditions, including rain, snow, and wind, with full seam sealing to prevent leaks.
DryLok™ is ScentLok's proprietary waterproof and windproof membrane technology that provides a breathable barrier, which lets excess heat and moisture escape while blocking water and wind from getting to your skin.
The next level of technology is ScentLok's famous Carbon Alloy®, which combines treated carbon, activated carbon, and zeolite to absorb odors emitted by your body. Carbon Alloy utilizes natural coconut shell carbon, as it has the largest internal surface area of any carbon on earth. This massive surface area promotes the adsorption of the broadest scent molecule range. It innately secures these molecules and holds them until you reactivate your gear in a household dryer.
Alpha Elite's third leg of technology is zoned Thinsulate® insulation. 3M's pioneering insulation employs ultra-fine fibers, which allow for a higher density while remaining breathable and retaining warmth even when wet. Thinsulate absorbs less than 1% of its weight in water, outperforming down in damp conditions, and overall, delivering superb warmth without bulk.
ScentLok zoned the insulation to favor more heat in the core and increased mobility in the extremities. The Alpha Elite Jacket sports 150g in the body and 100g in the sleeves and hood. The bib features 150g Thinsulate throughout. Both have warm and comfortable core liners composed of 175g fleece.
This fabric and insulation combo suits all-day treestand use in temps down into the 20s°F worn with proper base- and midlayers.
Key features specific to the Alpha Elite Jacket are its removable hood and potpourri of pockets. The hood's removability caters to midlayers that sport hoods, so you're not doubling-up, as well as the folks who just care to wear one. The hood is fully adjustable with a bonded bill for rain protection, too.
The Alpha Elite Jacket offers a dozen pockets, including eight on the exterior: two chest, two hand warmers, and four around the waist. Internally, you'll find two zippered chest pockets and couple lower ones for quick dumps.
Special bib features include ladder-style suspenders and hip-length zippers. They adjust with ease and secure firmly in place, aided by a silicone grip that holds on your shoulders. The side zippers provide easy and instant on and off with boots in play. Lastly, the total pocket package raises by five, the bib offering two waist, two cargo, and one on the backside.
Women's Alpha Elite Jacket FEATURES:
- Carbon Alloy® technology for odor adsorption
- DryLok® breathable waterproof/windproof membrane helps protect you from the harsh elements
- Thinsulate™ insulation for warmth and comfort (150g in the body, 100g in the sleeves & hood)
- DWR treated to repel moisture
- Brushed tricot outer with a 175g fleece core lining
- Adjustable hood with a bonded bill for rain protection
- Comfort cuffs with zippers for a snug fit
- 12 total pockets for storage and warmth
- 8 exterior (2 chest, 2 handwarmer, & 4 waist) &
- 4 interior pockets (2 lower dump & 2 zippered chest)
- Removable hood provides versatility when needed
- Safety harness port
- SIZES: Women's S – 2XL
- PATTERNS: Mossy Oak Terra Gila
MSRP $349.99
Women's Alpha Elite Bib FEATURES
- Carbon Alloy® technology for odor adsorption
- DryLok® breathable waterproof/windproof membrane helps protect you from the harsh elements
- 150g Thinsulate™ insulation for warmth and comfort
- DWR treated to repel moisture
- Brushed tricot outer with a 175g fleece core lining
- Five pocket design for storage (2 waist, 2 cargo, 1 back)
- Comfort ladder suspenders for easy, secure adjustments with silicone grip for stability
- Hip-length leg zippers for easy on/off in the field
- SIZES: Women's S – 2XL
- PATTERNS: Mossy Oak Terra Gila
MSRP $349.99