Can Animals Sense You? How HECS + Mossy Oak Bottomland Aims to Make You Invisible
Even with the best camo, some hunters swear animals still “feel” their presence — even without seeing or smelling them. Whether it’s that uncanny moment when a mature buck freezes, locks eyes with your position, and bolts — even though you didn’t move and the wind was perfect — something else might be tipping them off.
HECS® thinks it knows what that “something” is: your body’s electrical signature.
And now they’ve brought their stealth technology to one of the most legendary camo patterns in the woods: Mossy Oak Bottomland.
What is HECS Technology?
HECS gear is built with a conductive carbon grid embedded into the fabric. This grid acts like a Faraday cage — the same concept used to block electrical signals in high-end labs or cell phone pouches. The goal? Block or disrupt the bio-electrical signals your body naturally gives off, signals that some believe animals can detect.
The system doesn’t insulate heat like traditional baselayers. It’s about electrical stealth — a whole new dimension to concealment.
Hunters, researchers, and wildlife photographers have been using HECS for years. Some call it a gimmick, others won’t hunt without it. Now, for the first time, you can get HECS’s flagship items in Mossy Oak Bottomland, a camo pattern trusted by generations of hunters.
The Bottomland HECS System
If you want the full stealth experience in classic camo, here’s the full gear lineup:
Lightweight and breathable, perfect for early season or layering.
Built for mobility and stealth; match it to the shirt for a unified system.
Hoodie with integrated face cover: one piece, total concealment.
$159.99
Buy NowA standalone headcover for those who already have a hoodie or want modular layering.
Camo gloves with full HECS technology built in.
Each piece is designed to block electrical emissions, and the complete kit gives full-body coverage in a pattern designed to disappear in hardwoods and flooded timber.
More Options: Layer Up or Go Heavy-Duty
If you're hunting in colder conditions or just want different layering options, HECS has you covered:
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— Their High-Performance Baselayer Suit adds stealth under your existing camo. Great for those who love their current outerwear but want the HECS advantage underneath.
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— Prefer something heavier than the lightweight pants? These Outerwear Pants are built for durability and rough terrain, though not in Bottomland camo.
Does It Really Work?
HECS claims are based on bioelectric theory — that animals can detect the EM fields our bodies emit. Some hunters are skeptical. Others say it explains close encounters they could never explain before.
Here’s the bottom line:
- The gear is quiet.
- It’s comfortable.
- And now it comes in one of the best all-season camo patterns on the market.
One of the most high-profile hunters to use HECS gear is Joe Rogan. He’s worn the system on elk hunts out West and has talked about the concept on his podcast. His use has opened the eyes of hunters who feel they need an extra edge after past experiences where animals seemed to possess some sixth sense that blew their cover, even when sight, scent, and sound were controlled.
Whether you believe in the tech or not, the HECS x Bottomland lineup is solid hunting gear with a fascinating edge — especially for those chasing elk in deep timber or hunting whitetails up close in the hardwoods.
Final Thoughts
HECS gear might not make you invisible — but it just might help you get one step closer. Especially if you hunt pressured bucks or wary elk in the forest, where instincts seem to beat optics, this system is worth a look.
Want to mix and match your stealth setup or see how it compares to other Bottomland options? Explore more:
- 🔍 Anywhere VS Green — HECS Anywhere vs Green
- HECS Hunting — See more HECS gear
- Bottomland — Explore more in Mossy Oak Bottomland
