Max A.
Mar 22, 2023
5/5
I absolutely love it just
I absolutely love it just wish it would be more durable in briers
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Equinox Guard Hoodie Reviews
Aj K.
Mar 12, 2023
5/5
There were so many mosquitos
There were so many mosquitos buzzing around me just before daylight of turkey opener here in Florida that I could barely hear myself think. Despite the volume, I came out of the woods with one Tom and no bites. These new Equinox pieces are an essential piece of kit. If mosquitos or ticks are even a mild concern these pieces are on my body. I have them in almost every color at this point.
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Mike E.
Mar 10, 2023
5/5
Just bought the Equinox guard
Just bought the Equinox guard hoody and gloves, did not buy the pants. Spring Turkey season opened in South Florida last weekend, i hunted four straight days in Fisheating Creek, it was very warm and muggy and the Mosquitos were in their prime. I forget my bug spray the first day, never got one sting where I was covered with the Equinox, three days with zero bug spray and not one bite. Went home Wednesday I realized the chiggers ate me up, from the waist down!!!
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Paul
Mar 4, 2023
5/5
Just got these in for
Just got these in for Turkey season. Fits great as usual. Looking forward to testing the insect barrier out . Once I do I will revisit my review.
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Steve G.
Feb 17, 2023
5/5
Wow! this stuff works. Started
Wow! this stuff works. Started with a pair of pants and hoody during August and September scouting. I ended up adding the gloves because that was the only place left for the mosquitos to bite. Only needed to add a little bit of liquid protection around the exposed part of my face. Was not overly hot while wearing it. But, nothing is cool in 80 plus degrees of heat. Great stuff no mosquito bites and NO Ticks.
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John
Jan 26, 2023
4/5
Really like the gear, haven’t
Really like the gear, haven’t worn in field yet. But plan to use this for bow season and turkey season. The hoody ran big so had to replace large for a medium. All other gear I have is a large.
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Aj I.
Jan 25, 2023
5/5
Sitka's insect shield is awesome
Sitka's insect shield is awesome and everything with is has become essential for me. I hunt tick infested areas on Long Island and mosquito ridden swamps in Florida. I definitely notice a difference in both bite numbers and just the volume of critters around me when I have these layers on. Besides the insect shield they are just a great lightweight base layer. They have replaced the Core Lightweight hoody for me when I hunt anywhere there might be bugs. I cannot recommend this and the other pieces of kit with insect shield enough.
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John D.
Dec 27, 2022
5/5
Great piece of kit. Very
Great piece of kit. Very light weight for hot weather or can be worn under other layers. Built in face cover is nice, and if you choose not to wear it, it is loose enough not to strangle you. The thumb loops make it very nice to wear under a jacket without it bunching up.
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Ian
Dec 18, 2022
5/5
It’s everything Sitka says it
It’s everything Sitka says it is. It’s a lot of money but when you where it the first time and fully test it it’s worth every Penny. Custom gear clothes for BOW hunters. Thank you Sitka for making great gear for bow hunters
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Stephen
Oct 29, 2022
4/5
This shirt works well in
This shirt works well in repelling mosquitos, I wore this into a wet creek bottom and didn’t get bit once. It is very comfortable material and fits well. My only complaint is, it is a little fragile for the jungle of the Pacific Northwest. This is great for most any conditions as it does not cause me to overheat, but should not be worn as an outer layer when going through brush.
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Josh S.
Oct 9, 2022
5/5
Just received this hoody. Really
Just received this hoody. Really like it as a layer it is very stretchy as I got a xl because I wear everything else in xl and I could have easily went with a large! Will give more of a review when I use it this coming season!
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Taylor
Jul 8, 2022
5/5
Most used piece I use
Most used piece I use by far.
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Matt
Jul 6, 2022
5/5
I originally bought a large
I originally bought a large and it was too big. Ordered a medium and it fit similar to a large lightweight hoodie. This top will do what the lightweight hoodie didn't and that was protect me from mosquitoes. I'll run this as my base layer in September. The fabric is really stretchy. I don't think it breaths as well as other tops. I like the right chest pocket because I'm left handed. It was like this top was made for just me.
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Todd W.
May 24, 2022
4/5
I used this shirt all
I used this shirt all turkey season in VA and was really pleased with it. Never had any ticks or bite's of any kind. Bought in XL and fit was on par for all my other Sitka shirts. I'm 6'-0' and 210Lb's. The only minor issue I have is the pocket. First, it's on my my shooting side and secondly, while it's roomy the material isn't hardy enough to support the weight of a cell phone so it pulls down. Not a deal breaker I just don't use it.
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Allen
May 10, 2022
5/5
Great quality as expected from
Great quality as expected from Sitka. One thing though is the chest pocket. Just really confused as to why it is on the right side on this garment. It is the only shirt that has it on this side and renders the pocket useless. Not a deal breaker by any means, but like to be able to use all features of a product.
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John
Apr 27, 2022
4/5
This is a great hoody
This is a great hoody and have enjoyed hunting in it. I wear a XXL in the core lightweight hoody so I purchased the same in the equinox guard. It was way too big so I returned it for an Xl and it fit perfect.
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Jeff
Apr 26, 2022
4/5
Wore my my first trip
Wore my my first trip of the year. Wore it under a heavier hoodie and jacket on mornings that it was near 30 degrees. By 11 am just had this on as at top with temps in the 70s. Worried about wearing in the green briar so tried to stay out of them as much a possible. Got stuck one or two times and no rips.
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Len C.
Apr 16, 2022
5/5
This is a great early
This is a great early season top. The chest pocket is massive. The facemask makes packing stuff in easier. It is great to not carry a separate mask. So far it seems the insect guard works. It is still early spring here, but mosquitoes are out, and I am fine. For those who want the lightweight of the ESW and the coverage of the light hoody, this is for you. The best part is you have protection from bugs as well as stink. Polygene, and insect guard make this top a must if you are going to be in the woods!!
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Wes C.
Feb 24, 2022
5/5
The Equinox Guard Hoodie was
The Equinox Guard Hoodie was a wonderful addition to my hunting apparel. The built in insect guard is a life saver on those mornings when you run out of thermacell juice or you show up with no insect repellent. The built in face mask is a nice touch too! I usually put a layer underneath it if I think there's a chance I'll sweat, but when it gets wet- it dries out super fast.
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Ricky H.
Feb 24, 2022
5/5
The shirt had great breathability
The shirt had great breathability and the built in mask and hoodie is awesome. Upon receiving the shirt there wasn’t any odor like other protectants have, not mention being concerned about any harmful liquids touching your skin. After using the shirt I can confidently say I did not find a single tick on me after many sits beginning from mid April through the end of May.
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Beau M.
Feb 24, 2022
5/5
The Equinox Guard Hoody is
The Equinox Guard Hoody is exceptionally lightweight and breathable for those warm spring mornings. Having tick repellant along with the internal liners built into the garments is critical as ticks continue to get worse here in the northeast.
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Cory L.
Feb 24, 2022
4/5
I used the Guard Hoody
I used the Guard Hoody on every turkey hunt last spring and never pulled a tick off of my skin. It is super lightweight and breathable for late season spring hunts when temps start to climb. And you can easily layer underneath with a core heavyweight or grinder shirt for those chilly mornings. The shirt stretches and moves well. The hood/face mask combo has maximum coverage to minimize the chance of a pesky mosquito finding her way in.
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Curry B.
Aug 12, 2025
5/5
Just spent 12 days in
Just spent 12 days in the Yukon on a Stone Sheep Hunt. The Equinox Guard Hoody was an absolute standout with regards to the mosquitoes. I would highly recommend this piece of gear.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: Runs big
Devyn B.
Oct 19, 2024
5/5
Equinox Guard Hoody
it’s good just a little big
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs
Fit: Runs big
Kyle M.
May 3, 2024
5/5
good
good
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
ANDREW G.
Dec 28, 2023
5/5
Equinox Guard Hoody
The Equinox Guard Hoody fits great. It works very well sitting in my blind against the black background. Money well spent.
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Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Mark F.
Dec 22, 2023
5/5
Excellent quality. I bought the
Excellent quality. I bought the hoody and pants to finish up what I needed with Sitka gear. True to size.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Chad B.
Dec 18, 2023
5/5
Great fit
Great fit
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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Eddie D.
Dec 8, 2023
5/5
No ticks, no knats!
Deer hunted with the Equinox Guard Hoody in the south, the weather was in the middle 90's and this product did exactly as advertized and was very comfortible on my skin. No ticks, no knats ever botherd me as long as I wore this product. I was able to hunt with my climbing tree stand 20' ft up and never botherd once with knats in my face or bitting my hands. Saw 23 deer over several sits wearing this product, and took a early season doe with my bow. Will never hunt the early bow season without the Equinox Guard Hoody now that I have used it.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Jack S.
Dec 1, 2023
4/5
Very good multi-season piece
Great hoodie for dove, early teal, and early archery. . . as well as turkey. For a piece made to be used during high density foliage seasons, it doesn't handle damage from thorns/briars as well as I would hope, but there's only so much durability you can expect from such a lightweight piece. Seems to do its job when it comes to bugs, and is extremely comfortable.
Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Donnie W.
Feb 24, 2022
5/5
I was fortunate enough to
I was fortunate enough to hunt in the Equinox shirt this past spring and was super impressed! The stretch and comfort of this piece is out of this world, seriously a game changer! The insect shield work flawlessly with zero chompers chomping. This shirt is honestly one of my favorite offerings from Sitka in a long time!
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Bill K.
May 23, 2024
5/5
Great lightweight top.
Perfect for early season deer, or late season turkey, or as a layering option. Insect shield works like it should. Highly Recommend
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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs
Fit: True to size
Ryan P.
May 22, 2024
4/5
Love Sitka products, quality it
Love Sitka products, quality it excellent. Only complaint is the sizes run a little small.
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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: Runs small
FRANK J.
May 22, 2024
5/5
Very thin and light. No
Very thin and light. No mosquito bites on cover skin. Great hoody and mesh face mask design. Perfect for turkey. Was good base layer under another hood for chilled mornings
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs
Fit: True to size
Tonu T.
May 21, 2024
5/5
Very comfortable
Very comfortable
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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Brandon K.
May 21, 2024
5/5
Equinox hoodie
Great shirt, does exactly what it is designed to do. Turkey hunting in Kentucky gets buggy, I had 0 ticks on my torso.
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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Joseph L.
May 21, 2024
5/5
Great in the sun, love
Great in the sun, love the built in face guard can be pulled back out of the way if not needed. No bites so far! First time using spent about 12 hours outside in the stream with hot sun overhead. XL fits great.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Wade H.
May 21, 2024
5/5
Great fit, comfortable all day
Great fit, comfortable all day wear.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Shaun M.
May 20, 2024
3/5
Equinox Guard Hoodie
True to size and excellent insect protection. Hoody is a little loose, but I understand that it gives people a choice to wear a ballcap with it.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
steve b.
May 20, 2024
5/5
Zero ticks so far this
Zero ticks so far this spring
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: Runs big
Matt S.
May 20, 2024
5/5
I love it but it
I love it but it runs like a 3xl
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs
Fit: Runs big
Anthony E.
May 19, 2024
5/5
Comfortable
This hoodie goes great with the pants. I hunt in the Southern states and this keep mosquitoes off nicely without having to put on bug spray.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Eric M.
May 19, 2024
5/5
Excellent base layer
This shirt was excellent fur hunting spring turkey in warm buggy weather. did its job well, and the face cover and hood are very comfortable.
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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Gary C.
May 19, 2024
5/5
Equinox guard Hoodie
Hoodie was light and fit great. No ticks were seen while turkey hunting. Hoodie is amazing. Recommend to everyone.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs
Fit: True to size
Rod D.
May 18, 2024
5/5
Hoody
Does what what it claims
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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Christopher W.
May 18, 2024
5/5
Equinox Guard Hoodie
Haven’t had the chance to use it yet, but the fit is perfect. I believe it’s going to be exactly what I was hoping for.
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Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Kevin H.
May 18, 2024
5/5
Works great
Got this for turkey season and early fall whitetail. Fits great. Extremely lightweight. Pairs well with core lightweight underneath. The hood and face mask keeps flying bugs out too.
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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs
Fit: True to size
Michael C.
May 17, 2024
5/5
Great Hoodie
Excellent addition to my Turkey gear.
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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Jason T.
May 17, 2024
5/5
Best turkey shirt for hot weather
Amazing piece of equipment. Hood and face mask stays in place even while making those minor pivoting adjustments to eye ball that gobbler.
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Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size
Nicholas H.
May 15, 2024
5/5
Greatstuff
Fits well
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Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs
Fit: True to size