In an earlier Whitetail Journal article titled “5 Tips for Choosing Whitetail Camo,”  I took an in-depth look at the underdiscussed technical aspects of camo clothing for whitetail hunting. To help you make a smart decision regarding what to purchase prior to deer season, I offer the following eight manufacturer suggestions.

Badlands

(800-269-1875; www.badlandspacks.com) Elevate your hunting experience with the Badlands Ascend Jacket ($159.99) and Pant ($149.99). This combo is designed to keep you comfortable throughout your hunt, thanks to leading features like wind-resistant Badlands Approach FX Fleece, Water Repellent Technology and Nano C6 DWR coating. When treestand hunting, conveniently wear your full-body harness underneath the jacket and feed the tether through the exit port. Badlands’ Legendary Lifetime warranty instills piece of mind that when you buy the Ascend system, you get quality you can trust.

Browning

(800-876-2711; www.browning.com) When Mother Nature throws a curveball, there’s Browning’s Hell’s Canyon Speed Rain Slayer-FM Gore-Tex Jacket ($349.99). Its lightweight design is thin and packable, so you can deploy it when the rain pours. The 3-Layer Gore-Tex shell features fully taped seams, and while the jacket is designed to keep you dry and warm, it’s also ultra-breathable. Internal pockets provide storage for items you want to keep dry (phone or GPS). The fully adjustable attached hood shelters your head and neck from rain and wind, and the front zipper is water-resistant and features an internal storm flap and chin guard to seal out the elements. Harness access means you can easily slip the jacket on over your safety harness. The Rain Slayer-FM provides superior durability against brush, rocks and other abrasive debris.

First Lite

(208-806-0066; www.firstlite.com) The Aerowool Wick Ultralight 150 hoody ($105-115) is First Lite’s go-to ultralight base layer for active hot-weather hunts. The airy 150-gram Aerowool construction features 37.5 active-particle technology and will dry rapidly without compromising durability or odor-resistance. This layer also features 125-gram Aerowool mesh panels to maximize ventilation during high-output hunts. The versatile Wick Ultralight 150 comes in four men’s configurations. The SS Crew increases airflow for the hottest days. The QZ allows for increased ventilation on long climbs in steep terrain. Finally, the hood adds additional sun protection, concealment and warmth when needed. The Wick 150 is the new standard for a quick-drying, odor-resistant, ultralight base layer.

Nomad

(800-226-7956; www.nomadoutdoor.com) Nomad’s Cottonwood Series, which includes the 1⁄2 Zip ($179.99) is designed to be the ultimate fleece hunting system. Nothing on earth is quieter than Berber fleece, which makes up the exterior of the Cottonwood. Nomad backs it with a windproof membrane to create the ultimate outer shell for a killer comfort/silence combination. The windproof Cottonwood jacket and pant can be worn alone during early season or over the heat-trapping Cottonwood base layers when temperatures plummet. Articulated sleeves and a Sherpa fleece articulated three-piece hood provide additional shielding from the elements. A safety-harness port lets you wear your harness underneath to eliminate encumberment.

Pnuma Outdoors

(717-482-9658; www.pnumaoutdoors.com) Pnuma Outdoors’ Rogue Series ($60-80) garments are infused with L-AV8 IE (infused energy). The core benefits of this electromagnetic infusion are eightfold: more energy, better sleep, faster recovery, greater flexibility, improved hydration, reduced surface inflammation and increased strength and endurance. L-AV8 IE therapeutically enhances energy for the life of the garment. Pnuma’s Rogue Series performance shirts and base-layer pants feature athletic fit, and the polyester blend incorporates SilverStrike antimicrobial to keep you and the garment fresher longer. Rogue Series garments are seamless at the shoulders and feature flat stitching for ultimate comfort.

Pnuma Outdoors also offers topnotch jackets and pants for any weather conditions. For example, the Selkirk Endurance Lightweight All-Weather Jacket ($280) has an ultra-quiet and soft Super Micro Brushed Tricot outer fabric, matched with a Porelle Extreme waterproof and breathable membrane. This high-tech jacket also features SilverStrike anti-microbial odor control to help fool a whitetail’s nose.

ScentLok

(844-257-9505; www.scentlok.com) ScentLok launches three weights of BaseSlayers AMP — something for every part of the hunting season. The warmest is the BaseSlayers AMP Heavyweight Top ($80-100) and Pant ($80-100). Smooth jersey-knit outer fabric maximizes motion when worn underneath heavier outer garments. The top features a 1/4-zip design, which simplifies dressing and maximizes ventilation. A wicking-treated lining manages moisture, and antimicrobial treatment prevents odor. Shoulder and arm stretch panels eliminate restrictions at key points, and inner thigh gussets maximize comfort and mobility. Carbon Alloy Fusix combats extreme odor production while Carbon Alloy technology provides advanced odor adsorption. Available colors are black, Mossy Oak Break-Up Country and Realtree Edge.

Sitka Gear

(877-748-5247; www.sitkagear.com) Sitka Gear left no stones unturned while redesigning the new-for-2019 Fanatic System. Extensive testing proves that it cuts the audible engagement distance for treestand hunters in half using ultra-quiet fabrics paired with Gore-Tex Infinium with Windstopper Technology. Not only is it quieter than ever, it’s also warmer than ever. Pockets were relocated to reduce bulk. New body mapping increases warmth and mobility. Zippers were updated to reduce noise when layering or venting. Additionally, a patent-pending Constant Connect Safety Harness Port in the jacket allows hunters to adjust layers quickly and easily, while keeping safety harnesses connected to trees. The Fanatic Jacket ($449) is now offered with left-handed and right-handed configurations. The Fanatic Bib ($439) features a new burr-resistant fabric that reduces burr pickup without sacrificing noise reduction. The upgraded Fanatic Vest ($279) offers added layering options.

SIXSITE

(888-557-4974; www.sixsitegear.com) Athletic mobility makes hunting-apparel with traits western hunters seek, and SIXSITE’s Gunnison Soft-Shell Jacket ($225) provides unrestricted movement with an athletic cut — no bulk or bunched-up fabric here. Lightweight and breathable, the Gunnison offers multi-season function and comfort so you can focus on your hunt. It’s treated with DWR for superior water-resistance, and pit zips provide ventilation when temperatures climb. The Gunnison makes a solid choice as an outer garment during early season, or you can wear it as a layer underneath a larger jacket in chilly temperatures.