Serious hunter camo setup

[Wetwoodshunter]

Sitting in my blind today I got fed up with the hassle that I have in my rivers west gear regulating temp and staying warm in the morning at 34 degrees.

I decided that is finally time to invest in a full camo setup and I was wondering what you guys use and like. I hunt Turkey, deer, west side elk and will be using it in Montana during November in the high country for more elk and deer action.

I would like to piece together one system that I can hunt comfortably in 10-80 degree weather. Obviously layers involved.

Can you guys give me some ideas to look at? I've been looking at Kuiu but I hear it's nearly impossible to get. Whatever I get needs to have a rediculoudly waterproof coat and pants.

[XAFSSGT]

I am also curious about this.  Tagged.

[X-Force]

Dont get married to one system. 

http://www.rokslide.com/2012-01-09-05-09-42/clothing/269-let-it-rain-light-weight-rain-jacket-shootout

Right now Im running First Lite and Kuiu Merino base layer, Sitka, Kuiu, First Lite, Prana, H/H outer layer, Sitka, H/H, North Face rain gear and Kuiu, Marmot Down Insulation.

Its hard for me to justify buying all one brand (besides the initial $$$$) when there are so many companies making great products that may suit your needs better depending on hunting conditions.

[Wolfdog2314]

I'd hold out for the Kuiu. Only if you're okay with not having the gear until next season. I'd check their in stock and see what they have. I've got quite a bit of their gear and it is the best fitting best performing stuff I've used.

If you need/want it NOW... That's a different story.

[hughjorgan]

I have been using First Lite merino wool the past few years, it has taken me a few years to buy different pieces. I have been able to layer and be comfortable from -20 degrees in Eastern Montana to early season temperatures in Eastern Washington in the 80's and 90's. Only down side is that you probably won't be able to try any of the clothes on before purchasing and they only have a limited stock of items that are released around June/July.

[Wetwoodshunter]

thanks guys can you point out some of the specific pieces of gear that you really like?

[grundy53]

Dont get married to one system. 

http://www.rokslide.com/2012-01-09-05-09-42/clothing/269-let-it-rain-light-weight-rain-jacket-shootout

Right now Im running First Lite and Kuiu Merino base layer, Sitka, Kuiu, First Lite, Prana, H/H outer layer, Sitka, H/H, North Face rain gear and Kuiu, Marmot Down Insulation.

Its hard for me to justify buying all one brand (besides the initial $$$$) when there are so many companies making great products that may suit your needs better depending on hunting conditions.

What Prana gear do you have? The stretch Zion's?

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[Buzz2401]

I don't wear anything but 100% wool.  It is amazing at regulating temperature and is the quiet and naturally scent blocking

[CAMPMEAT]

Wool....

[HUNTaHOLIC5]

I don't wear anything but 100% wool.  It is amazing at regulating temperature and is the quiet and naturally scent blocking

[fisheral87]

Kuiu Attack Pants
Kuiu 145 1/4 zip

I like their beanies but they are not special by any means.

Full disclosure, I've never tried Sitka or firstlite, but I sold my rivers west years ago due to your exact problem.

Al

[Wetwoodshunter]

Well, after my elk hunt in the rain and more gear malfunctions with my rivers west I got in touch with Casey Hawkes at first lite. He is sent me an idea to start up a system that suits my current needs and that I would be able to piece together piece by piece over the next year.

Here is what he sent me. I will be starting by buying the Corrugate pants, Stormtight jacket and a llano qz

I know it probably doesn't matter but I'm going to try and get everything in fusion to hide from animals AND other hunters.

Bottoms:
Red Desert Boxer Short
Allegheny Full length Bottom
Corrugate Guide Pants
Boundary Stormtight Pants

Tops:
Llano Crew or Llano QZ
Chama Hoody or Chama QZ
Uncompahgre Puffy or Uncompahgre Vest
Boundary Stormtight Jacket

Accessories:
Shale Hybrid Glove or Scree Tactical Glove
Beanie or Brimmed Beanie
Neck Gaiter or Wind River Balaclava

[coachcw]

First lite is good stuff , if your a big guy the flex in the crouch kinda suck s 

[go4itlab]

I'm a hard core First Lite Guy, great gear and great prices. The guys at First Lite are top notch to work with. 

[Instinct]

I use core4element. Mariano wool boxers, element pants, assault long sleeve, mid mountain hoodie and or the summit jacket, selway beanie. I'll even throw in the Mariano wool base bottom if I plan on not moving much. But that's for temps 40 to 70 where I'm comfortable.