Heated jacket for hunters

Why hunters swear by this heated jacket model: the essential gear for long days in the field

Braving the cold is part of it – but it doesn’t have to be an ordeal. If you’ve been hunting for a few seasons, you know how merciless a bleak autumn morning or an icy winter night can be. Those moments when your fingers don’t listen anymore, your legs shake on the high seat and all you can think about is how long it will last. I’ve experienced it all.

I have been hunting for over twenty-five years, mainly in the east of the Netherlands and occasionally in Germany. Autumn is beautiful, but treacherous. And winter... it requires character. Or, as I have discovered in the past few years: a heated jacket.

I was skeptical for a long time. A jacket with heating sounded to me like something for the cold, not for seasoned hunters. But now I dare say: this is the best piece of equipment I have bought in years. And I am certainly not the only one.

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What Hunters Need in a Jacket

Before I tell you why this particular model stands out, I want to zoom in on what we as hunters really need from a jacket. Because it's not just about staying warm - it's about functioning in the field.

Silent and breathable

There’s nothing more frustrating than a jacket that crackles or creaks with every move. Game hears everything, and when you’re positioning for a shot, you don’t want noise to spoil the fun. My old jacket had that problem. Since I switched to a jacket with a silent outer layer, that’s a thing of the past.

Durable and water-repellent

Your coat will have to endure a lot: branches, rain, mud, sometimes even blood. You want a coat that can withstand a beating and that you don't have to part with after one season. A good water-repellent layer is essential - especially if you're in a wet forest or a marshy meadow.

Freedom of movement

If there is one thing I have learned, it is that shoulder freedom and flexibility in the arms are crucial, especially when handling your rifle, whether you are getting up from a high seat or making a quick turn during a driven hunt.

Designed for long sessions

Your jacket should keep you warm, but not make you sweat. Breathable lining helps with that. And it should be able to withstand sitting still for hours in the cold, wind and rain. Many jackets fail here, especially as the temperature drops.

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Why this model stands out – the technical lead

The jacket I'm hunting in now was developed with hunters in mind - you can feel that in everything. No unnecessary frills, but smart, functional features.

Built-in heating elements

The warmth is delivered exactly where you need it: on your chest, back and sometimes even your neck. These zones keep your core temperature stable, which also keeps your extremities warmer. The difference with a regular winter coat is enormous – this feels like a campfire that you carry with you.

Rechargeable battery

A fully charged battery easily lasts 10 hours on low. On medium it lasts about 6-7 hours. I charge it overnight, and it lasts all day – from morning till last light.

One push of a button

With a simple button on the chest (which you can also operate with gloves on), you can switch between heat settings. Very handy if you have to move around or sit still for a while.

Smart pockets

The pockets are exactly where you expect them to be: for ammunition, gloves, binoculars or even a thermos. And all without sticking out or getting in the way when ducking or shooting.

Silent design

The material is soft and quiet. No rustling or scuffing when moving. Some models even come in camo patterns that blend in perfectly with wooded environments – like this one I found on glode.nl .

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My first winter with this coat

Let me take you back to a weekend in January, somewhere deep in the Achterhoek. It was -5°C when I headed for the high seat in the dark. The ground cracked under my boots, the breath clouds were in the air.

For the first time I wore my new heated jacket. The heating was on medium. No thick layers of underwear, just thermal underwear and a fleece. And I felt… peace. No cold, no tense shoulders, no numb hands.

While waiting I saw a fox at about 60 meters. Normally I would be chattering my teeth trying to get my binoculars in the right place, but now I was relaxed. Breathing steady, shot clean.

Later that day, during the evening sit-down, there was still power in the battery. My legs weren’t shaking like they used to. And I noticed that I was more attentive to my surroundings – to sounds, movements, patterns. In short, I was hunting better.

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Hunters Frequently Asked Questions

I got a lot of questions from mates at the hunting club when I showed up with that jacket. Here are the most important ones:

Is it safe in the rain?
Yes. The jacket is completely waterproof and safe from rain and moisture. The electronics are well shielded.

Does it make noise?
No. The design is actually quiet – no rustling or buzzing. And the camo pattern helps you blend in.

Does it fit under or over other layers?
It is meant as an outer layer but is not bulky or heavy, you can wear a fleece underneath if you want.

What if the battery runs out?
Then you still have a thick winter coat on. Warm enough, but of course less effective without active heating.

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When this jacket really makes a difference

There are a few hunting situations where I really wouldn't want to be without it:

• Sunrise hunting: When you sit still for a long time in freezing cold.
  
  

• Driven hunting in winter: Waiting between drives becomes much more pleasant.
  
  

• Wildlife Management: Night-time observation with binoculars or camera suddenly becomes bearable.
  
  

• Frozen waiting times at the shooting range or in the field.
  
  

If you've ever sat on a barren hill in force five winds and wet snow, you know how indispensable warmth is.

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Comfort increases focus and safety

There was a time when I thought that suffering was part of it. That it was a kind of rite of passage, that shivering and blue lips. But now I know better.

A heated jacket is not a luxury – it is an investment in your comfort, performance and even your health. If you hunt regularly, standing or sitting in the field for hours, you want to keep that body warm and alert. That prevents mistakes, colds and unnecessary fatigue.

The coat I'm wearing now, I found at Glode . I had it in my house within two days, complete with battery and charger. Since then I have tested it in four provinces, and I take it with me on every hunt.

Want a jacket that keeps you warm but doesn’t weigh you down? Made for hunters, by people who understand the field? Then I know for sure: this is the jacket you can rely on.

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Want to experience the difference yourself? Check out the collection of heated jackets at glode.nl/verwarmde-jassen . You'll wonder how you ever lived without it.