Women in Hunting Series Part 9: Kifaru Handwarmer Review

Throughout the Women in Hunting Series I've shared about my love of hunting here in Montana. Since the weather turns cool early in September, I'm often struggling with cold hands during archery and rifle hunting seasons. I've tried a variety of gloves and mittens but dislike the precious time it requires to take them off  so I can properly handle my gun or bow. When I saw the Kifaru handwarmer, I knew I had to try it out. I was thrilled when Kifaru International generously sent me a handwarmer pouch with neck strap to review!

Kifaru makes the most durable outdoor gear we have ever purchased. To say we love Kifaru is an understatement, especially for my husband it is more like an obsession. We own several packs, a Doobie, Woobie, packable tipi and our diaper bag is even a modified Kifaru bag (check out the Kifaru forums to find out how other parents figured this out and shared their tips!)

Why do we love Kifaru so much? They are an American company based in Colorado and make all their gear in the United States. For the majority of the items you purchase from Kifaru, there is a standard several week time period before you receive your item since most orders are handmade to your specifications. Because they have some of the top gear creators working for them, Kifaru gear is very high quality. Buying an item from Kifaru can be expensive but it is well worth the investment because it will last a life time and you will never have to buy another one.

The handwarmer pouch has a tough outer fabric and Rhinoskin liner for durability. The inside is insulated with the soft, warm, lightweight Climasheild Insulation.

The handwarmer pouch has an optional neck strap that can be adjusted to fit your desired length. The neck strap can also be removed by unclipping the buckle on either side.

The back of the handwarmer pouch has two Kifaru Lock and Load tabs that are compatible with Kifaru gear to easily attach the handwarmer to the back of your pack when not in use.

The pouch has a deep zippered pocket on the front to stow small items. I used it to stash chapstick, a granola bar, my hunting license, sunglasses and a knife.

I put the Kifaru Handwarmer Pouch to the test during rifle hunting season just as a cold front moved in. I loved that it was trim, lightweight and comfortable so I barely knew I was wearing it when headed out for a hunt. I went out for a short solo hunt so I was able to pack all the basics I needed to take along in the front zipper pouch of the handwarmer and did not need to take my small pack along. 

Since I could adjust it to the height I needed, I was able to comfortably keep my hands warm in the pouch but easily remove them when I spotted some deer and needed to quickly pick up my gun to look through the scope.

 

Since my hands get cold so easily during hunting season, I've always struggled with how to keep them warm without having to waste precious seconds trying to remove a pair of mittens when I need to get my gun up when I see an animal. The handwarmer pouch did the trick, I was impressed! I also used it while riding in the truck instead of wearing mittens. I'm looking forward to using it for other outdoor adventures like ice fishing, spring/fall river trips, hiking, and camping.

What do I love about the Kifaru handwarmer?

• It works! It kept my hands warm and toasty even though it was cold outside
• Ease of access for quick removal of hands
• Lightweight and trim
• The inside is soft and warm like the Doobie and Woobie Kifaru blankets
• The neck strap is adjustable for height
• It has a deep zippered pocket on the front to stow a few small items
• It can easily attach to my Kifaru pack when not in use
• It is made of durable materials
• Versatile: Can be used anywhere and not just for hunting
• Made in Colorado!

What didn't I like? I really couldn't find anything I didn't like about the handwarmer. I would have loved to have one in camouflage but they were all out and would not have one in stock in time for me to review it before our Outdoor Gifts Giveaway Event. If you're purchasing one and have the time to wait, you can choose from a variety of natural colors including camouflage.

Visit the Kifaru website by clicking here to purchase your own and check out all the other amazing rhino tough gear they have!

Now that you know how awesome the Kifaru handwarmer pouch is, you will have a chance to win one in the Outdoor Gifts Giveaway Event that starts November 15, 2012 so make sure to check back soon to enter for your chance to win!

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Disclaimer: Kifaru International gave me a handwarmer pouch to review. I was under no obligation to review it and was under no obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product.  All of the opinions in this review are my own based on my own experience in reviewing this product.