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The Element Weather Gear (EWG) garment is the ultimate cold weather garment that allows you to stay in the woods, field, or on the ice longer. The EWG’s garment was designed so you can safely get dressed on the ground & climb into your stand while following OSHA ladder climbing standards. If you maintain three points of contact while you climb, you can limit your exposure to slips and falls. The EWG design eliminates the need to lug up blankets or suits & get into them once off the ground. The number 1 injury to hunters is falling out of their stand. EWG’s design hopes to prevent this accident from happening.
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How many people suffer injuries from falling from tree stands?
Each year, between 3,000 to 4,000 people in the U.S. are injured after falling out of a tree stand. Tree stands can lead to significant injuries like broken bones, concussions & internal bleeding.
Hunters also fall climbing up & down from the stand, when they snooze in a stand, & when an old or improperly mounted stand collapses. These hunters frequently break something when they land, & injuries to the head & spine sometimes result in death.
OSHA standards as they’re written:
Maintain a 3-point contact (two hands & a foot, or two feet & a hand) when climbing/descending a ladder. Stay near the middle of the ladder & face the ladder while climbing up/down. It could save someone’s life or avoid debilitating injury that will render the hunter unable to work or hunt permanently. Speaking of injuries, unintentional injury fatalities due to falls are the second most significant cause of mortality globally, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). One in every five falls results in major bodily damage, such as a fractured bone or a concussion. The three points of contact rule is simple. When climbing or descending ladders, always maintain contact with one hand & two feet or two hands & one foot.
You can wash the garments as often as needed but don’t put them in the dryer. Turn the garment inside out. Use a large-capacity washing machine; for larger-size suits, you may want to use your local laundromat. Use COLD water & the gentle cycle. Use a mild, scent-free detergent when washing, & let it hang to dry. Every garment comes with an instruction manual where you can locate the recommended care instructions.
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It is suggested that all hunting garments be stored in a plastic bag, sealed off from outside elements, year-round. This helps keep the fabric from absorbing unwanted odors until it is next washed.
Products manufactured by EWG are warranted to be free of defects from workmanship or materials for a period of one year from the date of purchase. The warranty is NOT TRANSFERABLE. Upon the return of the garment to the factory (freight prepaid), it will, if found to be defective, be repaired or replaced by the owner free of charge. Abuse, negligence, cosmetic decoration & normal wear & tear are not covered in this warranty. All returns must be accompanied by a dated sales slip or other acceptable evidence of the date of original purchase. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied.
When you purchase an EWG garment, it comes rolled up with a carrying strap. This gives you the option to carry the suit or wear it.
Yes, you may make an exchange for a different size or color. You will have 90 days from the purchase date of a new garment to make an exchange.
Yes, we offer gift certificates in any dollar amount. To order, visit our website or give us a call at (888) 616-3420.
At this time, we are able to ship EWG’s products in a plain box to disguise the gift for an additional $10.00, but we don’t offer actual gift wrapping.
EWG wants to make every possible effort to make our garments as accessible as possible. To help accommodate your needs, contact us & we will speak with you about your needs & what we can do for you.
The garment is designed to trap your body heat, which creates an envelope of warm air. Think of the EWG garment as a sleeping bag from the waist down & a jacket from the waist up, but all one piece. The entire garment goes on, entering from the bag end. Grab the center strap located in the front of the garment & pull the bag up. Great care in the creation of the bag design & material was implemented to make the garment raise & collapse as comfortable as possible. A specially designed pocket is placed on the front of the garment to store the strap once raised. One can now run, jump, walk, sit, stand & climb safely. Once comfortably positioned, you lower the strap, place your feet inside & close the zippers, trapping your body heat. The design was created to allow the user to enclose their body with minimal steps so they can stay warmer, safely & quiet while hunting or fishing. All you do is crawl in, sit down, bring your feet inside the lower bag & zipper it shut. The jacket has zippers located at the chest level on both the right & left-hand sides. This design was implemented so one can help regulate comfort & gain access to items located inside the garment. A quarter zip zipper is sewn into the neckline to add comfort again. The garment is water resistant, not waterproof. In addition, waterproof material is sewn into the knee area, so when bending down, your knees stay dry. Snaps are sewn into the garment to fold it for easier carrying. Simply roll it up & it becomes an easy-to-carry bag.
A carrying strap that allows the garment & strap to fit over your shoulder for easier carrying.
Yes, four pockets plus a kangaroo pocket. Each sleeve has a pocket sewn at an angle for ease of storing or retrieving items. One mid-chest pocket, just below that, is the kangaroo pocket, then the fourth pocket to store the lower & rising garment lifting strap.
If bought new from EWG, you’ll have 90 days from the purchase date to return the garment. The garment must be returned to EWG; shipping costs are non-refundable & return shipping fees are the responsibility of the customer.
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At this point, we are accepting:
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Not at this time.
It is meant to fit loose with the intention of allowing your trapped body heat to flow. You’ll have to determine how many layers so the suit will not compress the insulation & eliminate air space for heat flow.
To find the best fit for you, be sure to click on the "What's my size" button located on the? Page. That will help you calculate your size, which you can select for the sizing options. This size will give you plenty of room for your layering and boots. If you still have questions, please give us a ring or email. (888) 616-3420 or dlarson@elementweathergear.com
The garment is trapping your body heat while still giving you the flexibility to move your arms. The EWG garment was designed to allow one to climb, walk, or run safely.
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The first thing a tree stand hunter should do, once in the stand, is tie off. Many hunters don’t know that accidental falls from tree stands – not firearms-related injuries – are the most frequent cause of deer hunting-related injuries. The best harnesses on the market today are approved by OSHA. These are available at most professional tool stores or from forestry supply companies.