Simms Challenger Insulated Jacket
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The Simms Challenger Insulated Jacket delivers serious cold-weather protection for Great Lakes steelhead anglers facing harsh winter conditions. Built with waterproof Toray fabric and high-loft PrimaLoft Rise insulation, this jacket keeps you warm and dry during long sessions on Michigan and New York tributaries. The adjustable hood and storm-resistant features make it ideal for fishing through driving rain and snow.
12 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now — 3 in excellent shape.
Common Questions
What kind of fishing is the Simms Challenger Insulated Jacket used for?
Simms's jacket is set up for spey & two-hand, nymphing, and float fishing targeting steelhead, trout, salmon. Each technique has a dedicated guide on Steelhead Addiction with rigging walkthroughs and water-reading tips.
What fish species does the Simms Challenger Insulated Jacket work for?
This jacket is curated for steelhead, trout, salmon. The Steelhead Addiction species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.
Where do I buy the Simms Challenger Insulated Jacket?
This product is fulfilled by Amazon — currently $400.00. SteelHead Addiction does not handle inventory, payments, or shipping; Amazon does. We curate the gear and pair it with live conditions context. Click "Buy on Amazon" to complete the purchase.
Are conditions good for fishing the Steelhead Alley right now?
12 of 31 Alley rivers fishing well right now — 3 in excellent shape. Live updates for all 31 rivers run every 15 minutes — see the full dashboard on Steelhead Addiction.
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Key Specs
Features
- + 100% Nylon
- + Made in the USA and Imported
- + Waterproof 2-layer Toray fabric keeps you dry with fully taped seams. High-loft Primaloft Rise provides the most warmth and is lined with moisture-wicking polyester taffeta.
- + Insulated hood, built with high speeds and driving rain in mind, features 3-point adjustability
- + The freestanding, adjustable collar is lined with brushed tricot for warmth and comfort. The center-front zipper is protected with an exterior velcro storm flap.
- + Vertical left chest pocket with tethered sunglasses chamois and welted right chest pocket, both with zippered closures; Two zippered hand warmer pockets with interior waist drawcord adjustments and lined with brushed tricot for warmth.
- + Snap flaps located on each shoulder to secure safety ice picks for hard water use
Specifications
- Color
- Black
- Style
- Challenger Insulated Jacket
- Sleeve Type
- Long Sleeve
- Coat Silhouette Type
- Rain Coat
- Seasons
- Fall
- Pattern
- Solid
- Collar Style
- Band
- Collection Name
- Winter
- Occasion
- outdoor activities
- Closure Type
- Zipper
- Water Resistance Level
- Waterproof
- Sleeve Length Description
- Long Sleeve
- Has Coat Weather Resistance
- Yes
- Fit to Size Sentiment
- Neutral
- Item Length Description
- Standard Length
- Brand Name
- Simms
- Style Number
- 14405-001-20
- Age Range Description
- Adult
- UPC
- 694264689066
- Global Trade Identification Number
- 00694264689066
- Manufacturer
- Simms
- Unit Count
- 1 Count
- Part Number
- 14405-001-20
- Item Type Name
- Jacket
- Best Sellers Rank
- #2,106,834 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry) #843 in Men's Ac...
- ASIN
- B0DHZXXBSD
- Customer Reviews
- 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (8)...
- Material
- Polyester
- Fabric Type
- 100% Nylon
- Product Care Instructions
- Machine Wash
- Lining Description
- 100% polyester taffeta
- Apparel Fabric Stretch
- Low Stretch
- Apparel Fabric Weight Class
- Lightweight
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