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Detail back hunter wearing Encounter Jacket in Valo Camouflage using the layered safety harness port

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Best Use: Whitetail - Cold Conditions

A silent, early- to mid-season outer layer jacket for the serious whitetail hunter, the Encounter is a versatile softshell with a jacquard fleece interior that can be worn in a range of conditions and temperatures.

Weight

23.4 oz / 663 g (L)

Protection

Ultra Quiet
Wind Resistant
Water Resistant
Odor Resistant

Materials

Bonded soft shell - 300 g/m²
Outer: 100% high-stretch,
double-knit Polyester
Interior: Jacquard fleece

Conditions

Mild to Cold
Mild - (45-70°F / 7-21°C)
Cold - (32-45°F / 0-7°C)

Layering Position

Outer Layer Soft Shell

Encounter Jacket

Silent jacket, stand-alone in mild conditions or layered under during cold conditions.

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Color: Valo

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Best Use: Whitetail - Cold Conditions

Purpose built for stand hunting in early- to mid-season conditions, this un-insulated softshell jacket is equipped with an ultra-quiet, low-sheen outer layer, with a bonded jacquard fleece interior for increased warmth while maintaining optimal breathability and temperature regulation. The jacquard fleece is not only lighter weight, but its negative space traps pockets of warm air for added comfort.

Whitetail hunting focused features include a layered safety harness port, magnetic quiet-closure hand pockets with interior heat pack/hand warmer pockets, and dual chest pockets with accessory loops for secure rangefinder attachment. For added stealth and silence, all zippers feature quiet sliders, while the wrist cuffs leverage a tapered stretch opening instead of using a hook and loop closure system.

The jacket is designed to layer over a base layer and mid-layer fleece, all in the same size.

Full zip front
Dual chest pockets with interior accessory loops
Magnetic closure hand pockets for zipper-free comfort and stealth
Internal heat pack/hand warmer pockets
Interior drop pocket for stowing gloves or accessories
Raised collar for added warmth and protection
Layered safety harness port
Pit zips for ventilation
Adjustable hem cinch
Tapered stretch cuffs
Fit: Outer layer soft shell fit - sized to fit over base layer and mid-layer fleece

This jacket is designed to layer over a base layer and a light mid-layer fleece, all in the same size. This jacket is close fitting. Only upsize if you measure between sizes, prefer a loose fit, or to wear additional insulated layers under the jacket.

Layering Example – Mild to Cold Conditions:
*For an individual measuring size: XL

Base Layer: Peloton 118 LS Crew – XL
Mid-Layer- Fleece: Encounter 200 Fleece Zip-T - XL
Outer Layer: Encounter Jacket – XL

Additional Resources:

Fit & Layering Guide

KUIU Layering System

Encounter 200 fabric in black to show gridded fleece pattern detail

Jacquard Fleece Interior

Negative space in the fleece design traps pockets of warm air for added comfort, while reducing fabric weight.

Encounter Jacket in Verde Camouflage to show exterior fabric surface

Ultra-Quiet Face Fabric

Crafted with a high-stretch polyester shell with a soft feel for added stealth and silence without giving up durability.

Back of Hunter in Treestand Wearing Encounter Jacket in Valo Camouflage Highlighting Layered Safety Harness Port

Whitetail Focused Features

Designed with a layered safety harness port, quiet magnetic closure hand pockets, dual zippered chest pockets with accessory loops, and quiet pull zipper sliders.

Encounter System

Learn more about the Encounter System for whitetail deer hunting in early- to mid-season conditions.

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