Men's fleeces

Shooting fleece jackets for demanding days

Our shooting fleece jackets are built as working layers, not casual tops. They give extra warmth when you need it, stay quiet in use, and sit cleanly under outerwear on colder days.A lightweight shooting fleece is built for high activity and long walks in. It gives warmth without trapping too much heat, so your temperature stays under control as the pace increases. It’s a strong option for warmer days and early starts when you want comfort without bulk. It also layers cleanly under a shooting jacket. A mid-weight shooting fleece is the most versatile option. It delivers reliable insulation for changeable days and steady movement, and it works well as an outer layer when the air is cold but calm. The right cut stays close to the body, so you avoid loose fabric that catches or shifts as you move through cover. For example, the Sandhem 200 pullover sits in the mid-weight range, offering steady insulation when the air turns cool but your pace stays up.A heavyweight shooting fleece is made for colder days and slower hunting. When you spend more time standing still, insulation needs to hold steady through the core. A heavier fleece adds warmth and structure, and it helps you stay focused when the temperature drops and the day demands patience in cold weather conditions. This is where you want extra warmth that doesn’t compromise movement.

Technical features that matter in the hunt

A shooting fleece needs to earn its place in your kit. Not with gimmicks, but with details that keep working from the first drive to the last walk back.

Breathability matters as much as insulation. If a fleece holds too much heat, you build moisture from the inside. That moisture then turns into cold the moment you stop moving. The right shooting fleece balances warmth with airflow, so you stay steady during long walks and still feel comfortable when the pace slows.

Mobility is another non-negotiable. Shooting demands freedom through the shoulders, upper back and elbows. A fleece should follow your movement without pulling, riding up, or tightening across the chest. That matters for comfort, but it also matters for consistency when you mount and swing.Fit also decides how well your fleece layers. A piece that feels fine on its own can become bulky once you add a jacket over the top. The best shooting fleece stays streamlined through the arms and body, so you can build warmth without losing control or range of motion.

Practical details make a difference over a full season. Technical innovations such as those found in the Kamko NOCTYX WSP reversible fleece jacket show how stretch, wind resistance and quiet fabrics can be combined in one layer. Pockets should be easy to reach and placed so they don’t interfere with your shooting stance, and zipped pockets help keep small essentials secure when you’re on the move.Zips should run smoothly and feel solid in the hand. A collar should protect the neck without adding bulk where you don’t want it. The right length matters too. It should cover the lower back properly and stay in place when you bend, lift, or shoulder the gun.

Camouflage and stealth performance

Camouflage in a shooting fleece isn’t there to look the part. It’s there to break up the human outline when you’re moving through open ground, sitting on an edge, or working along cover where game has time to study what it sees. Pattern matters, but so does placement. Larger shapes help disrupt the body at distance, while more detailed elements work better at closer range in woodland or mixed terrain.

Stealth is also about movement. A shooting fleece should let you shift position, raise your arms, and mount the gun without sharp noise or stiff resistance. Quiet fabric helps you stay unnoticed when you adjust your stance or turn your head as birds come in. A controlled fit supports that too, because loose fabric flaps and tight fabric forces exaggerated movement. The best advantage is the one you never announce.