SUMMIT XT VEST SYSTEM

SYSTEM DETAILS:

• Weighs just 3.2 lbs — lightest full-sized upland vest on the market
• Full 1000D Cordura construction for maximum durability in brutal terrain
• Structured game bag with G-Hook system for easy loading and cleaning
• Non-padded shoulder harness for a clean, unobstructed gun mount
• PALs/MOLLE webbing throughout — fully configurable to your hunt
• 2 magnetic shell pouches with zippered front pocket
• 2 water bottle holders with 32 oz bottles included
• Water Bladder compatible (vertical and lumbar)
• Emergency dog-carry capable
• Hand-sewn in the USA with American-made components

** Blaze Orange Systems provide 400 square inches of legal orange. If more is required, we suggest adding orange accessories and always wearing an orange hat. 

Redefining Comfort and Function in the Uplands

The Final Rise Summit XT is the best hunting vest on the market for serious upland bird hunters — period. Engineered from the ground up as a premium upland hunting vest, the Summit XT System delivers the latest advancements in materials, components, and modular design without compromise. Whether you're looking for an upland vest for chukar hunting steep canyon country, an upland vest for pheasant hunting big Midwest fields, or an upland vest for grouse hunting tight timber cover, this system was built for you.

WEIGHT — 1.5 lbs Lighter Than the Competition

The old saying goes, ounces equal pounds and pounds equal pain. It doesn't matter if you're grinding out miles of public land or working a short field — weight matters. At just 3.2 lbs, the Summit XT is on average 1.5 lbs lighter than any other bird hunting vest on the market, without sacrificing quality or durability. To put it in perspective: you can carry nearly a full extra liter of water before this vest weighs as much as a competitor's empty vest. For anyone seeking the best upland vest for public land hunting — where you're miles from the truck and every ounce counts — that advantage is real.

MODULARITY & CUSTOMIZABLE LAYOUT — Your Vest. Your Way.

There's no such thing as "one size fits all" when it comes to upland gear. The Summit XT is built on a PALs/MOLLE webbing platform, giving you a fully modular foundation to configure your kit exactly how you hunt. From the waist belt to the shoulder straps, the sides of the bird bag, and the exterior of the shell pockets — every surface is ready to accept accessories. Add what you need, skip what you don't. Whether you're setting up this upland hunting vest for a solo backcountry chukar trip or a weekend pheasant hunt with the dog club, it adapts to you.

WAIST BELT — True Weight-Bearing Comfort

The foundation of any quality bird hunting vest is the waist belt. The Summit XT's contoured, hip-hugging waist belt is genuinely weight-bearing — holding your load rock steady and balancing the system front to back. Without a properly fitted, weight-bearing waist belt, a strap vest design is just theory. This one delivers.

SHOULDER STRAPS— Streamlined and Non-Obstructive

One thing your shoulder straps should never do is interfere with your gun mount. The Summit XT's minimal, non-padded straps keep your shoulder clear for a clean, consistent mount — critical whether you're swinging on a flushing rooster or a grouse in the timber. Each strap also adjusts in two locations: mid-strap and rear attachment — giving you a level of fit customization found in no other vest or harness on the market.

They also feature multiple attachment locations for MOLLE/PALs based products, meaning that you can keep important gear high and tight to your frame.

SHELL POCKETS — Magnetic Closure for Fast Reloads

Shell pockets on a hunting vest live a hard life. The Summit XT's large, glove-friendly pockets feature magnetic closures for fast, no-look access and secure carry between flushes. External zipper pockets handle phones, keys, and wallets. Built-in webbing loops let you mount a handheld GPS, radio, or bear spray right where you need it. It's the most intuitive shell pocket design available on any upland vest for pheasant hunting, chukar hunting, or grouse hunting today.

BUILT-IN DOG CARRIER — When It Matters Most

Most of what we carry afield is for our dogs. The Summit XT takes that seriously. The game bag is engineered to convert into a secure dog carrier in an emergency — open the bag, place your dog's torso between the panels, close it up, connect to the harness, and move. No leaving your gun. No leaving your gear. If you're hunting public land far from the truck, this feature isn't a gimmick — it's a lifeline.

Differences from standard SUMMIT System:

• Full 1000D Cordura Fabric Construction for improved overall structure & abrasive resistance 
• Magnetic Shell Pocket Closure
• External Webbing Attachment Points for MOLLE based accessories
• Shell Pocket internal Velcro attachment point for modular shell loops
• Built In Jacket Lashes for carrying layers of clothing when layering