Ghillie Suits: How To Choose The Right One

Ghillie Suits: How To Choose The Right One

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Ghillie suits, also called yowie suits, are a kind of camouflage clothing that will make you look like a part of the underbrush. They're usually made out of net or cloth, with bits of cloth or twine attached to look like leaves and twigs. They're the best item you can buy for blending into the background. Outside of the military, ghillie suits are often used for paintball and hunting. If you are thinking of purchasing a ghillie suit for either of these purposes, but aren't sure where to start, here are a few suggestions on getting the right suit.

Ghillie suits are the best in blending in, but they can have a few problems if you are not careful. The wrong ghillie suit, could be extremely hot, heavy and hard to move in. Choosing the right ghillie suit has a lot to do with how you plan to use it and the specific terrain in which it will be used.

Hunters generally don't need to move around much. They're often found sitting perfectly still for hours at a time until their prey appears. This means that bulk isn't much of a consideration, but good camouflage is. Although bulk may not me a major concern, hunters should still take into consideration the climate and the materials that the suit is made from. Fortunately some of the newer ghillie suits are made of fibers that are not only breathable, but are also smooth, odorless, and non-allergenic. Inclement weather is not much of a concern either, as you can also purchase a waterproof ghillie suit with mildew and rot resistance.

Those who play paintball usually need to have a better range of movement. Full ghillie suit may not be the ideal option for this sport. Smaller, lighter weight suits are more appropriate to the range of motion required when playing paintball, and you may wish to sacrifice some camouflage for this convenience. The physical exertion while playing paintball can cause temperatures to soar. Temperatures as high as 120 degrees Fahrenheit have been reported. Paintballers are less likely to need waterproofing. Suits designed especially for paintball are available and may be a better choice.

For snipers, you may be able to get away with a suit that's a little more restricting, but you would still need to take into consideration the occasional need to run and the amount of crawling. Of course there are special suits designed for snipers, which would make the choice a bit easier. There are sniper suits designed for light and heavy duty crawling. The better sniper suits take into consideration the crawling comfort and quality of fabric used. Overall there are several ghillie suits designs and variations based on the way it will be used. Choosing a suit that is that is designed for your need is essential to efficiency and comfort.

About the Author:
Carl Saylor is owner of USNavyPeacoat.Com. For more info on our Ghillie Suits and accessories, please visit our website.



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