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Fanatic WS Beanie — 100% Windproof Warmth for Late-Season Sits

Silent Warmth for Late-Season Whitetail Stands

Windproof warmth all day — GORE WINDSTOPPER membrane blocks 100% of wind
Silent in the stand — Berber polyfleece face eliminates fabric noise
Hearing stays unobstructed — 4-way stretch ear band conforms to your head
Warmth without the weight — PrimaLoft Silver insulation at only 4 oz
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  • Fanatic WS Beanie — Elevated II
Fanatic WS Beanie (discontinued)
Fanatic WS Beanie — 100% Windproof Warmth for Late-Season Sits
$62.30 – $71.20Price range: $62.30 through $71.20

Silent Warmth for Late-Season Whitetail Stands

The Fanatic WS Beanie locks in body heat with a 100% windproof GORE WINDSTOPPER membrane layered over PrimaLoft Silver insulation — field-tested construction built for the coldest, windiest sits of the season. The 4-way stretch ear band conforms to your head without blocking critical sound, so you hear the approach before you see it. A DWR finish sheds light precipitation, and the Berber polyfleece face delivers season-proven stealth in forested whitetail environments.

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GORE WINDSTOPPER
PrimaLoft Silver
DWR Finish
Silent Fleece
100%
Windproof Protection
5/5
Warmth Rating
3
Size Options
Windproof Protection That Holds When the Temperature Drops

Windproof Protection That Holds When the Temperature Drops

Most beanies feel warm at the truck and betray you by the second hour in a 15-mph northwest wind at 18 degrees. That is the kind of quiet failure that ends sits early. The Fanatic WS Beanie is built around a 100% windproof GORE WINDSTOPPER membrane — not a wind-resistant coating that degrades after one wash, but a physical barrier that blocks wind completely. PrimaLoft Silver insulation traps body heat while the high-loft Berber polyfleece face stays silent when you turn to track a buck walking the timber edge. Hunt Premium stocks gear that performs in the conditions you actually hunt in, not the conditions marketers photograph. At 4 oz, this beanie earns its spot in your late-season pack.

Unobstructed Hearing When Every Snap Matters

Unobstructed Hearing When Every Snap Matters

The 4-way stretch ear band is the detail that separates a hunting beanie from something you would wear to a football game. It conforms to the shape of your head without covering your ears entirely, so you still hear branches breaking at 40 yards in the dark. The brushed polyester highfleece lining sits soft against your skin, and the DWR finish sheds light precipitation when that November drizzle moves in. Sitka designed this specifically for whitetail hunters who sit still for hours in forested environments where sound discipline and warmth are not optional — they are the difference between filling a tag and watching a buck walk past unaware of the hunter who never heard him coming.

Maximum Warmth Rating Without the Weight Penalty

Maximum Warmth Rating Without the Weight Penalty

PrimaLoft Silver insulation and a high-loft Berber polyfleece face give this beanie a maximum warmth rating while keeping it at just 4 oz. The micro-grid backer manages moisture against your scalp during the hike in, so you are not sitting in a cold, damp layer once you stop moving. GORE-TEX INFINIUM with WINDSTOPPER Technology provides the windproof barrier without the stiffness of traditional hardshell membranes — this beanie packs flat, disappears under a hood, and does not interfere with your neck gaiter or hearing protection. For late-season whitetail sits in the Midwest or November elk hunts in the timber, this is field-tested headwear built to hold up season after season.

Sizing & Fit

Available in three sizes with a 4-way stretch ear band that adapts to your head shape without obstructing hearing.

  • Available in SM, ML, and LXL sizes
  • 4-way stretch ear band adapts to head contour
  • Full ear coverage maintains unobstructed hearing

Built for the Sit

Engineered for whitetail hunters who need silence and warmth during long, cold hours in forested environments.

Late-Season Whitetail
High-Wind Ridge Stands
Extended Morning Sits

Full specifications

At a glance

Dimensions
SM, ML, LXL
Surface
Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish
Warranty
See product page
Full specifications10 data points across 4 categories

Dimensions

Available SizesSM, ML, LXL
ColorElevated II

Power & Performance

Warmth Rating5/5
Wind Resistance100% windproof GORE WINDSTOPPER

Materials

Face FabricHigh Loft Berber Polyfleece
LiningBrushed Polyester Highfleece
InsulationPrimaLoft Silver Insulation
MembraneGORE-TEX INFINIUM with WINDSTOPPER Technology
FinishDurable Water Repellent (DWR) finish

Compliance & Warranty

WarrantySee product page

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★★★★★
“Wore this through a five-day November sit in northern Wisconsin — wind chills hit single digits two of those mornings. My old fleece beanie would have had me shivering by first light. This one kept my head and ears warm without turning me deaf. I heard the buck coming through the brush at 60 yards with 20 minutes of shooting light left. That does not happen with a standard beanie covering your ears.”
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First L.Eau Claire, WI

If you prioritize keeping warm and silent when you are out harvesting, then the Fanatic WS Beanie is perfect for you. A soft Bfleece is encompassed in Sitka Gear’s 100% windproof GORE WINDSTOPPER membrane securing your body heat to keep you warm in even the coldest, windiest days. The 4-way stretch ear band of the Fanatic WS Beanie matches the shape of your bean without obstructing your hearing.

FEATURES

  • 4-Way stretch ear band ­ ­
  • Micro-grid backer ­ ­
  • Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish

SPECIFICATIONS

Warmth
Wind Resistance
Breathability

Weight: ­4 oz

Fabric Details: PrimaLoft Silver Insulation, GORE-TEX INFINIUM with WINDSTOPPER Technology, High Loft Berber Polyfleece Face, Brushed Polyester Highfleece Lining

MPN: ­90289

OPTIFADE ELEVATED II

Specialized systems optimized for the pursuit of whitetail in forested environments with stealth, comfort and weather protection.

Environment: ­Vegetated Terrain
Scenario: ­Elevated, Blind

TECHNOLOGY

GORE-TEX INFINIUM PRODUCTS

The new GORE-TEX INFINIUM product range has high-performance solutions made to keep you comfortable. Designed for flexibility and functionality to support your active life and pursuits when comfort and performance are the priority and waterproofness isn’t. GORE-TEX INFINIUM products’ versatile performance and comfort are provided by best-in-class materials, constructions and technologies, from a brand you trust.

GORE-TEX INFINIUM with WINDSTOPPER TECHNOLOGY

GORE-TEX INFINIUM WINDSTOPPER products offer complete windproof protection through a durable, lightweight, water-resistant and breathable membrane, to prevent wind from robbing heat from your core. GORE-TEX INFINIUM WINDSTOPPER products are available in a range of options from lightweight shells to garments with different levels of abrasion resistance, thermal comfort, stretch, and next-to-skin comfort.

GORE OPTIFADE CONCEALMENT

Traditional mimicry patterns based on human vision are designed to look like a specific type of vegetation or terrain. GORE OPTIFADE Concealment is the only scientifically proven concealment pattern based on animal vision to optically fade a hunter into their surroundings. By using advanced blends of micro and macro patterns to fool animal vision rather than mimic a particular shape, GORE OPTIFADE Concealment is more versatile and more effective at getting hunters close to game.

PRIMALOFT

Sitka utilizes a wide range of PrimaLoft insulation technology based on the intended end use of each garment. Through specialized applications and by body-mapping PrimaLoft, they fully leverage the benefits of each technology and optimize the end performance of their insulation layers.

Silver: ­PrimaLoft Silver synthetic insulation provides permanent water resistance and breathability.

GORE OPTIFADE CONCEALMENT

Traditional mimicry patterns based on human vision are designed to look like a specific type of vegetation or terrain. GORE OPTIFADE Concealment is the only scientifically proven concealment pattern based on animal vision to optically fade a hunter into their surroundings. By using advanced blends of micro and macro patterns to fool animal vision rather than mimic a particular shape, GORE OPTIFADE Concealment is more versatile and more effective at getting hunters close to game.

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Additional information

Color

Elevated II
Size

LXL, ML, SM

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Frequently Asked Questions

A standard fleece beanie blocks no wind. When a 12-mph gust hits your stand at dawn, that fleece might as well not be there. The Fanatic WS Beanie has a 100% windproof GORE WINDSTOPPER membrane and PrimaLoft Silver insulation — materials that cost more to produce and perform dramatically differently in the field. If your late-season sits regularly involve wind and temperatures below 30 degrees, the difference is not subtle. You feel it in the first hour.
Yes. Hunt Premium is an authorized dealer for the brands we carry. Every product ships with full manufacturer warranty support — no gray-market risk, no voided warranties. When you buy from us, you are covered under Sitka Gear's warranty terms the same as purchasing directly from the brand. That matters on a $62 beanie, and it matters significantly more on a $2,800 scope. We do not sell unauthorized inventory.
The Fanatic WS Beanie is rated maximum warmth, so if your sits are typically in the 40s and 50s with light wind, this may run warm. For milder conditions where wind blocking matters more than insulation, a lighter-weight windproof option would serve you better. This beanie is built for hunters who sit in temperatures at or below freezing with sustained wind — the conditions where standard fleece stops working entirely.
No. Discontinued means Sitka Gear is no longer producing new units of this model. The remaining inventory is still genuine Sitka product with full manufacturer warranty coverage. Hunt Premium only sells authentic, first-run inventory — never seconds, counterfeits, or gray-market goods. The Fanatic WS Beanie you receive is the same construction and materials as when it was in active production.
The 4-way stretch ear band is designed to contour to your head shape rather than fully enclose your ears. In practice, this means ambient sound — branches breaking, deer walking, a buck grunting — reaches you with minimal muffling. It is not the same as going bare-headed, but compared to a standard beanie that covers the entire ear, the difference in situational awareness is noticeable, especially in the pre-dawn dark when you are relying on sound more than vision.
We ship free on every order. Standard transit times vary by location, but if you need guaranteed delivery by a specific date, contact us before placing your order and we will confirm the expected delivery window based on your zip code. We would rather give you an honest answer than promise a date we cannot hit.
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30-Day Returns Return in original packaging within 30 days if it doesn't meet your standards.

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