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i think it was a savage, i,ll try to get a picture of it.
I am not that tall. 5’5” (maybe five and a half.)However I have long arms and legs. I buy small or extra small men’s shirts for the sleeve length if I cannot find a suitable “ladies” shirt. And I also like having a full length shirt. I am not a 5 year old and I tuck in my shirt when hunting. I do not want or need a short top. Personal preference of course. I can wear men’s or women’s pants. Hips are not an issue and I have to have a belt with either. I found a brand I like (prana) and if it is cargo pants she likes, I suggest heading to where they sell pants for Paramedics and EMTs because they have pants that I have heard little complaints from hard to fit bodies and even a “unisex” type line. My bug suit is a youth small from the men’s section. I am not opposed to buying kids clothes or men’s/boys clothes if they fit well. It is hard enough to get me in anything camo, I personally will not wear pink, purple, or blue “camo”.We need more huntresses. My wife is absolutely deadly. You name it, she can shoot it. She shot for Hoyt in HS and college and taught me alot about archery. Plus, I hate taking her shed hunting because she absolutely whoops me. The downside is, she's not that into hunting. If I had her skills and my drive, I'd be a straight up killer.
Maybe some of the women on here can chime in, but one of the problems my wife encountered was finding hunting clothes made for women. I mean hunting clothes that fit and that don't make her look Whisky Tango because of all the pink. For years, we looked for clothes for her. She and I are built alike and she's not that tall (think defensive end, but only 6'1"ish....and, no, "defensive end" is not an insult; I never liked twigs) but men's clothes don't fit female hips and the women's clothes were garbage and were too short. It still blows my mind that quality isn't available. Maybe I'll start a clothing line....
But back to the topic, I am all for encouraging more women and girls to get into hunting and shooting.
But Babe, how are you going to successfully hunt the flamingos without pink camo!?It is hard enough to get me in anything camo, I personally will not wear pink, purple, or blue “camo”.
For the record…that is NOT my target in the pic.But Babe, how are you going to successfully hunt the flamingos without pink camo!?
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Thank you very much! Some of the guys out archery hunting love those Pranas. My wife and I both wear 36" inseam, but when she puts on mine, I have to force myself not to laugh because the bottoms don't quite reach her ankles. I think that for hunting pants, she needs a 38" inseam.@WillMFerguson
Here are the pants. They have a drawstring in addition to the buttons and zipper. They also roll up like crop or capri pants and have straps and snaps to hold them. Pardon the blood stain on the knee. I gashed my knee open on a rock hunting one year.
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The fitment on hips is an issue. Even when we can find hunting pants that are long enough (barely), the men's pants aren't big enough in the hips and rear end.I am not that tall. 5’5” (maybe five and a half.)However I have long arms and legs. I buy small or extra small men’s shirts for the sleeve length if I cannot find a suitable “ladies” shirt. And I also like having a full length shirt. I am not a 5 year old and I tuck in my shirt when hunting. I do not want or need a short top. Personal preference of course. I can wear men’s or women’s pants. Hips are not an issue and I have to have a belt with either. I found a brand I like (prana) and if it is cargo pants she likes, I suggest heading to where they sell pants for Paramedics and EMTs because they have pants that I have heard little complaints from hard to fit bodies and even a “unisex” type line. My bug suit is a youth small from the men’s section. I am not opposed to buying kids clothes or men’s/boys clothes if they fit well. It is hard enough to get me in anything camo, I personally will not wear pink, purple, or blue “camo”.
I think I am going to start a thread for ladies where men and women here can share ideas and brands of clothes and shoes that they like or even creative ideas to make our female population more comfortable in the field!
@WillMFergusonThank you very much! Some of the guys out archery hunting love those Pranas. My wife and I both wear 36" inseam, but when she puts on mine, I have to force myself not to laugh because the bottoms don't quite reach her ankles. I think that for hunting pants, she needs a 38" inseam.
The fitment on hips is an issue. Even when we can find hunting pants that are long enough (barely), the men's pants aren't big enough in the hips and rear end.
@Just Gina, I get the impression from more than a few women that the best that most women can hope for is hunting clothing that is just "ok" and that it isn't too uncomfortable. Not to get too personal, but I think a good pair of hunting pants for women would have some overlapping areas that would stretch, so that during times of weight fluctuation (I'm being serious and not trying to be offensive; please don't shoot me, ladies), the woman wouldn't need to get a new pair of pants. Maybe like darts, as in the clothing/sewing term?
Also, for hunting out west, we use bino bras a lot. That's another area where the huntresses have been neglected. I think everyone here knows what I'm talking about. My go-to is an Alaska Guide Creations, which works for my wife, if she just uses the webbing system. But, when she tries to throw on the Stalker Hydration Pack, it's no bueno because it is too tight and too loose in the wrong spots. The S4 Gear Lockdown System is a brand that works alright, but it's just for binos and doesn't have pockets for knives, windcheckers, etc., which is why I upgraded to the AGC.
This is a friggin' rabbit hole....
I tried a Savage Lady Hunter. The stock length and shape just did not fit me well at all.i think it was a savage, i,ll try to get a picture of it.
Even some men don’t react well to recoil. You see posts on various forums by lots of guys saying they hate recoil. Look at the long range guys that want light recoil. Sure it helps to spot their shot , but they always mention light recoil. Especially the ones that sustain physical debilitations such as neck,wrist, concussive, detached retina, etc. Anyway, we need more people to engage in shooting/ hunting, no matter what age or gender. For decades I’ve spent lots of time encouraging children and women to come out hunting and shooting.I agree I started my hunting career with a 375 then moved up to 404
450/400 now i shoot a 470
I think women and kids should never be made scared of recoil as our future in hunting lies with them!
You are quite welcome! Having garments tailored is a great idea. I do not tailor clothing as well as my mother, however my mother is like that with clothing too!! It’s nice.@Just Gina: thank you, again. Have the straps on the Sitka harness worked well on extended hunts? I saw those harnesses at Scheels the other day and thought abt buying one to try.
My wife, this a.m., "I love the Prana material, but they don't fit my curves--my calves, thighs, or butt." I may just have to get a few pairs and have my hunting partner's wife do some tailoring; that woman is a wizard with clothing.
@SFRanger7GP: Nice. Thx. I hadn't thought of Duluth. As for boots, we've had good luck with Asolos for mountain hunting.
@Vinootz: Agreed. I've been surprised at how many ppl wanted to go shooting, but had never been asked. I'm admittedly recoil sensitive until something needs to die. The wife? Doesn't notice recoil. I heard women tend to handle recoil better than men....not sure where I heard that.
Bob also got me another harness recently, Rick Young outdoors Bino harness. I have always wanted one, I love them. Completely adjustable!
I know, decent in general.And I still can't find a decent one......