Various products of Sitka incorporate advanced odor control technology to maximize your hunting performance. Masking your smell while on the hunt can be the difference of bringing home game or going home empty handed. The Polygiene® technology used in some of our garments is an EPA registered antimicrobial that provides permanent odor control. This treatment is built into the fibers of the fabric so it won’t wash out and will provide long lasting, durable protection against a broad range of bacteria and fungi that cause odors.

The Science of Odor Control

Many people might not realize this, but sweat is actually odorless. The issue is that when sweat mixes with bacteria on fabric, it creates an odor. This is where products like Polygiene come in handy.

Polygiene is a technology that uses naturally occurring silver salt to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi. This means that it can help to control the smell of sweat, without affecting the natural function of the skin. This is an important feature for those who are looking for gear that can keep them comfortable and confident while they're out in the field.

So if you're looking for a gear brand that takes odor control seriously, Sitka is a great option. With their CORE system of next-to-skin products, each of which utilizes Polygiene technology, you can be sure that you'll stay dry and comfortable no matter how strenuous the activity.

What Type of Game is Odor Control Good For?

Whether or not you will get use out of Sitka gear with odor control is determined by the game which you are hunting.

For example, if you are hunting deer, an animal with a very keen sense of smell, it is important to be as scent-free as possible. In this situation, products like the Sitka Core Midweight Zip T might be a good option for you. This shirt is treated with Polygiene and features a zipper closure that helps to seal in your scent. Some game other than deer that have a heightened sense of smell include:

On the other hand, if you are hunting game that is not as sensitive to smell, like waterfowl, you may not need to be as concerned with odor control. In this case, Sitka products without Polygiene treatment may be just fine.

Which Sitka Products Have Odor control?

Below is a list of Sitka gear that has Polygiene technology incorporated into the fabric. With this list of products, you can be sure that you'll have long lasting odor control on your next hunt.

You can shop for this gear here on springhilloutfitters.com by using the search bar at the top of our website.

Tops

• Heavyweight Hoody
• Core Lightweight Hoody
• Equinox Guard Hoody
• Core Midweight Zip-T
• Ascent Shirt
• Core Lightweight Crew LS
• Core Lightweight Crew SS
• Fanatic Hoody
• Heavyweight Zip-T
• Grinder Hoody
• Grinder Half-Zip

Bottoms

• Core Midweight Bottom
• Heavyweight Bottom
• Core Lightweight Bottom
• Ascent Pant
• Equinox Guard Pant

Women's/Youth Gear

• Women's Core Midweight Crew LS
• Women's Core Lightweight Crew LS
• Women's Core Midweight Bottom
• Women's Fanatic Hoody
• Women's Cadence Hoody
• Women's Heavyweight Bottom
• Youth Heavyweight Hoody

Gloves and Headgear

• Ascent Glove
• Equinox Guard Glove
• Incinerator Flip Mitt
• Core Neck Gaiter
• Core Heavyweight Balaclava
• Core Lightweight Balaclava