Choosing the Right Ghillie Suit

Before you go and purchase a Ghillie Suit itsbe best to purchase a lightweight Ghillie poncho. I
important to understand and know the various waysrecommend the lightweight poncho, because this will
that a Ghillie Suit is used so you can find out thatgive your legs maneuvering freedom, as the backs of
best fulfills your needs. The first thing to know isthe ponchos extend all the way to the ground, so
that the whole point of a Ghillie Suit is to provideyou will be able to lie down and remain undetected.
complete camouflage for individuals who are going toWhile the lightweight Ghillie Poncho is great, you
be hunting, sniping or engaged in a game of paintball.might also want to look into another product we
Made from natural materials, like moss, leaves, twigs,offer which is the upper body only Ghillie ponchos.
covered in mud, and manure to eliminate the humanThe Full Length Ghillie Suit Poncho
scent, which differs from basic military BDUs (battleIf you want complete coverage, then the full length
dress uniforms) - put together to create a suit thatGhillie Suit Poncho will best fit your needs. You will
will provide you with camouflaged invisibility.want a lighter weight suit, like the ultra-weight Ghillie
Ghillie Suits come in various shapes, styles, designs,Suit featured on our site. These types of Ghillie
weight, colors and many other customizable features.Ponchos can be trimmed down to fit your height
When choosing the right Ghillie Suit for you, yourequirements and be an overall better fit. Another
should take in consideration that they can be a fullimportant point to make is that if you will be on the
body suit, Ghillie pants, a poncho style upper bodyground or be crawling for any periods of time, I
suit, or you could even get a Ghillie hat. Ghillie suitsrecommend that you choose a Ghillie Suit that uses a
usually, almost always, have their pockets inside theVelcro, as opposed to zippers or buttons. Have you
lining to store ammo, water, food and otherever had a zipper accident? If you haven't then you
necessities; because if these pockets were on theshould know that zippers and buttons can become
outside the pockets and its contents would getvery annoying, cause discomfort and paid if you plan
damaged or fall out when crawling on your stomach.on spending a long time crawling or laying down on
Depending on your need, the weight of your Ghilliethe ground. With Velcro closure will be much more
Suit can range from a mere 2 pounds to as much asgentler and easier for your mobility.
10 pounds. For the beginner hunter, sniper, orGhillie Suit Safety Considerations
paintballer looking to blend into their surrounding weThe temperatures inside a Ghillie Suit can be very
recommend the Ultra-Weight Ghillie Suit, because ithot, and if you intend on using your Ghillie Suit in
will be easier for them to maneuver and wear thewarm climate, make sure you get a Ghillie Suit that is
Ghillie suit. Ghillie Suits are the best tool in instantlightweight, and avoid health risks like overheating.
invisibility, short of super hero powers of invisibility, asAnother concern is fire hazards, if you choose a
they provide the best possible coverage.Ghillie a Suit that is primarily made from jute, make
The Light Weight Ghillie Ponchosure its pre-treated or you treat it yourself with a
Choosing which Ghillie Suit is the right one reallyfire-retardant, as jute, burlap and items like twigs, and
depends on two things - mobility and maneuvering.leaves are highly flammable. Do not smoke while your
The weight of the Ghillie Suit should be a big partin your Ghillie Suit, and practice fire safety like
when choosing the right Ghillie Suit, because if youavoiding open flames, sparks and other fire hazards.
intend on standing for any periods of time, it would