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just got a setup...outfitter jacket, shirt long sleeve, attack pant, and the base layer pant.

 

overall i like the form and fit of the various pieces but it feels a little light to me...will this stuff keep me warm in 25 degree-ish weather?

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I've heard that given the lightness of the material, they are extremely warm. If you haven't listened to it you should check out Jay Scott's podcast/interview with the owner/founder. A lot of great information.

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As I posted in another thread, if you are sitting still or in a tree stand than it probably isn't what you want but hunting and hiking even just a little movement it will keep you warm. My late season bull last year was long sleeve shirt,under armour hoodie ( I've since bought the down jacket) guide jacket and vest. I killed at 0 degrees...did great. Waiting to start tracking I got a little cold. I waited for almost an hour.

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Layers are the key to the Kuiu and Sitka camo. I have a few layers on while glassing and shed the outer layer to move but when I stop again for long periods I layer back up. Both Kuiu and Sitka work great.

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just got a setup...outfitter jacket, shirt long sleeve, attack pant, and the base layer pant.

 

overall i like the form and fit of the various pieces but it feels a little light to me...will this stuff keep me warm in 25 degree-ish weather?

Yes it should. If your sitting on your rear you will get cold to matter what. What base layer did you go with? Outfitter jacket? I run both and end up taking them off regardless. I have both 145 and the 210 for really cold wet mornings. If i am sitting glassing i will wear my super down and long sleeve and 145 or 210 depends on the weather. I have every pant and shirt they make minus the teton. You can't go wrong. If you need something else like a base layer let me know. heading to california this weekend and we stop by the headquarters when we can. Gonna check on some pants for another member on here so its not a big deal .Let me know.

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Wyoming elk hunt last year was 11 degrees in the morning to 70 degrees 10 days later. Never needed long johns and the vents kept the strenuous hikes bearable. Best pants I've owned.

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I wasn't ever willing to spend the money, but after listening ti the podcast and some of your comments and starting to consider it at some point. Would those of you who have Kuiu gear mind posting which styles you have and the applications you recommend and use them for?

 

Thanks

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Kuiu stuff was designed with mountain hunting in mind where light weight is extremely important and there is a good deal of moving around, hiking, climbing etc. If you are going to be doing a lot of sitting still I would not recommend their stuff.

 

I have the Attack Pants (olive green) and when I know I'm not going to be in cat claw or getting really wet, they work great. They are not as durable as Microtex. They don't dry as fast or shed water as well as Microtex either (DWR durability claims are very suspect IMO!) That being said these are by far the best fitting pants I have. Pockets in the right spots and they are cut to move with you and the stretch is awesome!

 

I also have a Guide Jacket (major brown). Same deal with the DWR, but still nice. This jacket has pit zips so good for shedding heat without taking a jacket off. Collar and hood set up is super nice. Pockets high enough not to interfere with pack waist belt. A little longer in back to cover your butt. Sleeves long enough. Stretch of the softshell is great. Definitely a layering piece. Need a puffy or a fleece to go with if it gets below freezing.

 

This stuff is cut for those with an athletic build. If you are a guy with no neck, and can't fit regular jeans because your thighs are too big you will probably hate the fit.

 

I'm in the market for some rain gear, which in my opinion is the best stuff they have in their line. Their baselayers are good too. I would not recommend them for a tent, sleeping bag, or backpack. Much better options out there for that stuff.

 

I have to say this Jason Hairston dude is a marketing genius...tell everyone their clothes were made in North America then ship them stuff from China and you still have fanboys and can't keep inventory...well he's doing something right that is for sure!

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Layers is key as will hunt for coues stated, along With a good shell. Peeps have been hunting freezing temps without kuiu for weeks now.

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