I am always in search of the best clothing one can purchase. I’m not very forgiving when it comes to clothing. When I’m out bow hunting in the freezing rain, pheasant hunting or 
trekking through briars my clothing has to keep up. I can’t get out there in the middle of no-where and have my clothing ripped to shreds, leaking water and freezing cold.
I have field tested several outfits from L.L.Bean. Every single one of them surpassed my expectations. And I was very surprised at the versatility of each outfit.
In September we are planting green fields in Alabama. We always pack our green field work in this month because we spend our summers fishing. I decided this would be one of the best times to try out my briar pants. Being September it’s still terribly hot and the briars are still in full fledge. The L.L.Bean Upland Women’s Pants are very heavy. They are made with 500-denier nylon base fabric. It’s not the lightest fabric in the world and so I was very shocked, to say the least, that I stayed cool in 80 degree weather. The pants are wind-proof and weather proof. While I was pheasant hunting in Kansas, the temperature was 28 degrees for opening day. I stayed as snug as a bug in a rug but when it reached 70 degrees it was still very comfortable. I went through the largest briars I had ever seen and I never felt a one. The cut of the pant is very comfortable and flattering. You’ll have freedom of movement from every angle and also has a double layer seat,
reinforced stress points, shirt grip waistband, two back button closure pants and suspender buttons. So, the L.L.Bean Women’s Upland Pants received a 5 star rating from me! Price: $59.00
I also wore the Upland Women’s Jacket while in Kansas. With pockets for everything from shells to game, you’re set! It was very comfortable and light. The fabric is five times stronger than denim so getting through those briars is a breeze. It is light enough that it will not weigh you down. It even has a front loading game bag that has a zipper all the way across the back, which is great for easy cleaning. Adjustable button cuffs, and my favorite, corduroy trim for a classy look. The fabric is treated to resist stains and repel mist and rain. Price $99.00
The Briar Shirt is awesome too. It has a wonderful women’s fit and a classy look as well. In that harsh Kansas wind 
I found my best friend was chap stick, which I hid in the chest pocket. It also is made with a fabric which wicks away moisture yet protects you from thorns and briars. Available in the color Eucalyptus Price: $49.00
Now, the sport I am most comfortable with, big game hunting. I love big game hunting and hunt in the most extreme conditions - from 80 degree weather to freezing, pouring rain. I had quite a bout with the wet weather during the Thanksgiving week.
I field tested the Wild Weather Big Rain Jacket & Pants and absolutely fell in love with them. They protected me in the worst rain I have been in and in a tree stand. The fabric is highly abrasive making some of your toughest hunts that much comfortable. The quiet polyester makes drawing on that animal at 10 yards that much more quiet. They are very breathable yet I found that it was 
wind proof. The winds were extremely vicious not to mention cold and I don’t think I could have stayed out in the tree stand until dark if they had not been wind proof.
The Wild Weather Big Game Rain Jacket has roomy cargo pockets. I fit my Leupold RX-IV Rangefinder in one of the pockets during a downpour. I love the lined hand warmer pockets,
they are a hand saver. I also loved the little flap on the hood that prevents the rain from dropping into your jacket or on your face. Price: $79 Available in Advantage Timber or Hunter Orange
The Wild Weather Big Game Rain Pants are really nice. I do wish they had more of a form fit but then again you could not layer clothing underneath if you needed to. I do like the drawstring waist with belt loops. Sometimes we tend to eat far too much during the holidays and these pants are easy to adjust for us who have eaten too much. ;)
Price: $59.00 Available in Advantage Timber or Hunter Orange
Bottom Line.. You can’t go wrong with L.L.Bean Upland Clothing and Wild Weather Big Game Clothing !
