Types of clothing for hunting and fishing

What are the specialty clothes for hunters and fishermen? The materials from which these costumes are sewn, and their features.
Adherents of the most popular types of outdoor activities - hunting and fishing, it is especially important to have special clothes that are most suitable for their favorite pastime. Clothing for winter hunting and fishing should be protected from cold, wind and rain and used strictly according to the time of year.



What are the clothes for fishing and hunting?
Features for each type of occupation:
  • Fishing clothes are different. So is the fishing. It can occur in winter or summer, standing to the waist in water or on land. Fishing in summer should use light and breathable fabrics for costumes. The choice for autumn and winter should be insulated and protected from bad weather.
  • Hunting clothing should also be suitable for the season, light and breathable or insulated and moistureproof. It is best to choose the option of camouflage coloring. The fisherman does not need to hide, but for the hunter it is very important. In a hunting suit, you need many pockets to have space for storing various small items. Clothing should be elastic and not constrain movement. Also, it should not make noise and rustle when moving.
To choose hunting suits, it is important to observe the following:
  • Type of hunting. For which hunting we choose costumes, running or ambush.
  • Temperature runoff. It is also important to determine the temperature in your hunting area.
  • When ambush hunting, it is better to wear a suit that protects your back from the cold and wind.
  • In more advanced models, natural insulating materials are usually used, the most convenient part is covered with Kevlar, and foil fabric is used for coating.
  • When hunting in conditions close to zero, the waterproofness of the suit is important, i.e. the presence of membrane tissue, which has an indicator of at least 10,000 mm, and vapor permeability of 5,000 g / m2. It is important not only the presence of membrane fabric in the suit, but also the quality of the material itself.

Modern range
Depending on the type of outdoor activities and weather conditions, manufacturers today present such clothing for hunting and fishing:
  • ventilated t-shirts;
  • camouflage;
  • The winter and summer trousers;
  • jacket;
  • thermal underwear;
  • rubber boots;
  • winter boots up to -70 degrees Celsius;
  • hunting boots;
  • hunting vests, etc.

Costume materials
Several types of fabrics are used in the production of workwear. Each of them has its own characteristics and properties:
  • The fleece jumpsuit will be dense, insulating, elastic and durable. It is soft and pleasant to the body.
  • Cotton will also be soft and comfortable. The material is durable and breathable, but quickly absorbs moisture.
  • Nylon clothes are durable, but soft and elastic. This fabric is easy to paint, and therefore costumes from it can be found in many colors.
  • Neoprene is a durable, lightweight and waterproof fabric that does not wear out for a long time.
  • Alova is a kind of film material that prevents moisture and wind from entering, and also creates a comfortable microclimate under clothing. The double layer also completely protects against cold air and humidity, and almost does not let water through.
  • Sports and tourist clothing is also made of Oxford fabric. Due to its unusual structure, it repels dirt and water.
  • Taffet has the characteristics of protection from wind and sun, and the fabric is light and breathable. This material is mainly used for specialized clothing. It turns out comfortable, does not constrain movement, flexible, light and durable. Very good at repelling moisture.


It is very important to thoroughly clean clothes from dirt and dry them thoroughly after each trip to hunting or fishing. To prevent clothes from fading, put them in the closet, away from the sun. It is best to place clean overalls on the hanger in full length. If possible, you can also, in full growth, lay it out on the shelf. It retains its shape and elasticity longer.