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Polartec® Alpha™

Outpost Light 1/2 Zip Jacket

DWR treated, active insulation that moves with you. Silent. Packable. Built for all-day sits.

Why Cheli? The bigger brands in the space are all western brands making gear for the Midwest hunter as an afterthought. Every seam is purpose-built and dialed in for the Midwest hunter.
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Color: Coppice Camo
Size: Medium Low stock Secure your size today. Size Guide
Model is 6' / 175 lbs, wearing size L. Full size chart ↓
Why Hunters Choose This
DWR Water Resistant Sheds rain and morning dew
4-Way Stretch Softshell Full mobility at the draw
Polartec® Alpha™ Stay warm and dry
Articulated Fit Designed for the draw cycle
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If it doesn't perform in the field, we'll make it right. No receipt hunting, no hassle. Built by hunters, backed by hunters.

The Outpost Light 1/2 Zip Jacket was built for one thing: keeping you warm during long, cold sits without weighing you down or making noise. It's the jacket Midwest hunters asked for—DWR treated with active insulation that actually moves with you at full draw.

 

SIZE Chest Sleeve
M 38 - 40 32 - 34
L 41 - 43 35 - 37
XL 44 - 46 38 - 40
2XL 47 - 49 41 - 43

CHEST
Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the measuring tape flat and horizontal.

SLEEVES
Start at the top of your shoulder and measure down to your wrist bone with your arm relaxed at your side. For the most accurate fit, have someone help you.

Each of our garments comes with specific care instructions to ensure they perform at their best. Please check the care label on your Cheli Gear before washing or drying.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
To keep your gear in top condition, wash it on a normal cycle using warm water and a detergent formulated for hunting apparel. This will effectively clean most dirt and blood stains. We suggest running a second rinse cycle to thoroughly remove any detergent residue. Always wash with similar colors. Avoid using bleach, fabric softeners, and do not dry clean your gear.

DRYING INSTRUCTIONS
For the best results and to minimize environmental impact, we recommend line drying your garments. If you prefer to use a dryer, select a normal or gentle cycle with medium heat. For outerwear, whether line-dried or machine-dried, an additional 20-minute tumble dry will help reactivate the Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish, which we highly recommend.

Polartec® Alpha™ Active Insulation

Polartec® Alpha™ Active Insulation

Breathes while it holds heat. Vents on the walk in so you don't soak through, then keeps you warm in the cold sit. Warmth without the bulk — or the mid-sit overheat.

Water-Resistant DWR Treated

Water-Resistant DWR Treated

Sheds light rain, wet brush, and frost-melt before it soaks in. Not a rain shell — a working layer built for the damp you actually hunt in.

Integrated Face Mask

Integrated Face Mask

Stows in the hood, pulls up when a deer's working in close. Nothing extra to forget in the truck.

Outpost Light 1/2 Zip Jacket

What Hunters Are Saying

Field-tested by whitetail hunters across the Midwest

See It In Action

Outpost Light 1/2 Zip Jacket in the field

Features of the Outpost

The Technology

Polartec® Alpha™ — engineered for Midwest conditions

Active Insulation

Polartec® Alpha™ active insulation is warm but breathable, keeping you warm on the sit and dry, wicking away any moisture.

DWR Water Repellent

Durable Water Repellent finish sheds light rain and morning dew. Perfect for all-day sits when weather turns. Reactivate with 20-min tumble dry.

Layering Compatible

Articulated cut designed to layer over the ThermoFleece without bunching. Magnetic chest pocket and silent YKK zippers work seamlessly with your system.

245
GSM Weight
4-Way
Stretch
DWR
Treated
YKK
Zippers

Common Questions

The Outpost Light features a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish that sheds light rain and morning dew. It's not fully waterproof for heavy downpours, but handles typical Midwest hunting conditions. For heavy rain, we recommend a dedicated rain layer over top.
Dead silent. The microfiber softshell has zero crinkle or swish—even at full draw. We specifically engineered it for treestand hunters who can't afford to spook deer at 20 yards.
Absolutely—that's exactly how we designed it. The Outpost Light has an articulated cut that layers perfectly over the ThermoFleece without bunching at the shoulders or binding at the elbow. Together they'll keep you comfortable down to single digits.
Most softshells are built for hiking—they prioritize breathability over warmth. The Outpost Light is built for sitting. It blocks more wind, retains more heat during long sits, and stays completely silent. It's a hunting jacket, not a hiking jacket with camo on it.
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