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308 Pant Vs Whitetail 308 Pant Vs 308 Lined PantUpdated 23 days ago

The 308 Pant platform is built around a single idea: streamlined fit, quiet fabrics, and purpose-built performance across hunting styles and seasons. But within the line, there are three dialed-in versions—308 Pant (Unlined), 308 Whitetail Pant, and 308 Lined Pant—each engineered to meet a specific need. Whether you’re bowhunting from a tree stand, hiking ridgelines, or grinding through late-season cold, here’s how the lineup stacks up.


308 Pant (Unlined): Lightweight Versatility for All-Season Hunts

This is the original 308—built for hunters who need a lightweight, breathable pant that can go from early-season elk country to preseason range days without missing a beat. Made with 4-way stretch polyester, the 308 Pant offers silent movement and full-range flexibility, ideal for active hunts or warm weather.

  • Ideal for temps from 80°F down to 40°F (with layering)

  • Minimalist design keeps it breathable and mobile

  • Great for mountain hunts, early whitetail, and Western pursuits

  • Everyday-capable with a folder holder knife pocket

If you’re looking for year-round adaptability and quiet performance, this is your go-to pant.


308 Whitetail Pant: Treestand-Ready and Whitetail-Tuned

Built on the same athletic chassis as the original 308, the Whitetail version is tuned specifically for the stand. It keeps that quiet, stretchy polyester build, but layers in key features tailored for whitetail hunters—especially those who spend long sits above the ground.

  • Temperature range: 20–80°F, depending on layering

  • Built-in belt allows better fit control over baselayers

  • Silent snap cargo pockets with zip side access make it easier to grab gear while seated

  • Mesh-backed thigh vents dump heat on the hike in, then seal up quietly

  • Wider 16.5” leg opening works well with boots and layering

If your hunts include seated stillness, layering shifts, and treestand access, the 308 Whitetail Pant dials in those details with laser focus.


308 Lined Pant: Cold-Weather Workhorse with a Familiar Fit

The 308 Lined Pant takes everything you love about the standard fit and builds it for the late season grind. Lined with 37.5 fleece and constructed as a quiet 2-layer softshell, this version keeps the cold out while maintaining the same unrestricted motion.

  • Best for temps from 45°F down to 20°F

  • Fleece-lined for warmth, but still breathable enough to hike in

  • Mesh thigh vents keep it adaptable when you're building heat

  • Dual cargo pockets and knife pocket give you plenty of storage on long sits

  • Same streamlined, true-to-size fit as the other 308 models

When you’re pushing into late-season cold but still need to hike, climb, or move freely, the 308 Lined Pant gives you cold-weather insulation without the bulk.


Which One’s Right for You?

  • Go with the 308 Pant (Unlined) if you want lightweight flexibility across a broad range of hunts and climates.

  • Choose the 308 Whitetail Pant if you’re hunting from a tree stand and want quiet access, a dialed-in fit, and layering compatibility for early through mid-season.

  • Pick the 308 Lined Pant if your season runs late into the cold and you need warmth without sacrificing mobility or fit.

No matter which direction you go, you’re getting quiet, functional gear built off the same trusted platform—just tuned for how, when, and where you hunt.

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