Author Topic: Wool or under armour cold gear? (Read 13777 times)

Stickerbush · « **on:** November 23, 2011, 10:06:59 AM »

I am trying to decide between some under armour cold gear bibs or wool pants for late season elk eastside, I found really good deals on both the UA bibs are 80 and the wool pants are 50. I have good boots and upper body gear, I just dont have any late season pants. I am kinda leaning towards wool just because it is a proven material, but the UA gear is pretty sweet. Any insight or suggestions would be appreciated

coop2424 · « **Reply #1 on:** November 23, 2011, 10:16:11 AM »

I personally wear wool pants with under armour under them. For some reason i cant get away from wool even with all the great other gear out (UA, sitka, kryptek). This may just because i am to cheap for the name brand stuff.

boneaddict · « **Reply #2 on:** November 23, 2011, 10:18:39 AM »

Good wool isn't necessarily cheap so I doubt thats it. I am betting you just know a material that can save your life in the worst of the worst.

JKEEN33 · « **Reply #3 on:** November 23, 2011, 10:34:33 AM »

I have both. If I had to choose on, it would be the wool. I like the under armour when I am sitting, but sweat like crazy when hiking in it. Can't beat GOOD wool. I've had some of the cheaper stuff and it's not worth buying.

Stickerbush · « **Reply #4 on:** November 23, 2011, 11:13:26 AM »

hmm interesting, the pants I am looking at are 50 bucks I guess thats pretty cheap as far as wool goes

Greg Mullins · « **Reply #5 on:** November 23, 2011, 02:53:04 PM »

wool

Huntbear · « **Reply #6 on:** November 23, 2011, 04:56:20 PM »

Wool all the way.. with polypro underneath.

Stickerbush · « **Reply #7 on:** November 23, 2011, 06:04:54 PM »

any suggestions on "GOOD" wool? What about base layer? I am considering getting some wool blend long johns, never tried polypropaline

losdaddy7 · « **Reply #8 on:** November 23, 2011, 06:13:24 PM »

I upgraded from Patagonia base layer to Merlino this year..... Unbelievable product! Moisture wicking is better than anything I have tried... Costco was selling Merlino as of a few weeks ago.

MtnMuley · « **Reply #9 on:** November 23, 2011, 06:38:53 PM »

Wool all way for me. In my opinion, UA is only good for fishing or stand/blind hunting.

SkookumHntr · « **Reply #10 on:** November 23, 2011, 06:40:42 PM »

I like that Wooltimate stuff from cabelas! Very warm and comfortable!

Hunting Cowboy · « **Reply #11 on:** November 23, 2011, 06:41:13 PM »

Wool (in my opinion)

JackOfAllTrades · « **Reply #12 on:** November 23, 2011, 06:49:21 PM »

This year I went with UnderArmor like shirt from Russel with a wool shirt over that. When I got warm, I shed the wool and felt fine with the under shirt.

-Steve

Mackerson · « **Reply #13 on:** November 23, 2011, 07:05:21 PM »

Like everyone else, I too like wool. I was cheching out the Under Armour outer wear earlier this year but ended up buying a pair of pants by Gamehide (Hyperhide H2O). I really like them and they were a bit cheaper than the Under Armour. As for base layers/ longjohns......Under Armour all the way, it is worth the extra coin.

elk123 · « **Reply #14 on:** November 23, 2011, 07:34:35 PM »

I can't find anything better than wool. Merino wool for base keeps you warm, is quiet, and doesn't stink after two days of use. Mid layer of wool is the same. The only reason to have something else for exterior is to keep you dry.

swanny · « **Reply #15 on:** November 24, 2011, 07:32:37 AM »

Another voter for merino wool base layers. You can sweat in them all you want and they don't stick to you, yet they still keep you warm. For weight purposes, I'd go with a wool base layer and a synthetic outer layer like the UA

bearpaw · « **Reply #16 on:** November 24, 2011, 07:44:43 AM »

Quote from: Huntbear on November 23, 2011, 04:56:20 PM

Wool all the way.. with polypro underneath.

BOWHUNTER45 · « **Reply #17 on:** November 24, 2011, 07:48:58 AM »

mazama · « **Reply #18 on:** November 25, 2011, 06:25:21 PM »

Down to about 20 iwear whipcord wool,then if snowing and blowing i will either go to heavy weight filsons or lighteight goretex,also heavyweight underwear wil sometimes be substitute for heavy pants.An hour before i leave i get the NOAA weather report so i have some idea of weather.

wraithen · « **Reply #19 on:** November 26, 2011, 12:07:42 AM »

Wool. UA is overrated. The material is way cheaper without their logo on it. Just picked up a sweet gortex shell and pants for a great price a cabelas (side note) and I gotta say I'm disappointed in the military. Stuff I just bought is silent, way warmer, and not stiff like that army version. Looks like it'll hold up better as well.

7mag. · « **Reply #20 on:** November 28, 2011, 08:19:54 AM »

Quote from: coop2424 on November 23, 2011, 10:16:11 AM

I personally wear wool pants with under armour under them. For some reason i cant get away from wool even with all the great other gear out (UA, sitka, kryptek). This may just because i am to cheap for the name brand stuff.

That is almost all I wear while hunting. NO COTTON! A good synthetic pair of underwear, and long underwear, with wool pants( I like the Cabela's washable wool pants) and a micro fleece shirt, fleece vest, and wool coat. Layers are important, especially if you are on the move. I wore that exact thing this year on my elk hunt, 16 degrees, and I never put the coat on. Didn't get cold either.

JackOfAllTrades · « **Reply #21 on:** November 29, 2011, 09:46:13 AM »

I'm surprised that no one mentions SILK for a base layer.

-Steve

TheHunt · « **Reply #22 on:** December 08, 2011, 01:21:49 PM »

King of the mountain is what I call good wool. And silk under that...

WAcoyotehunter · « **Reply #23 on:** December 08, 2011, 01:32:48 PM »

cabelas has wool pants on sale now - the superwash wool is pretty good stuff and a good price at $40.

I bought two!

Happy Gilmore · « **Reply #24 on:** December 08, 2011, 02:11:11 PM »

I like wearing polypro long johns or pants under my wool pants. If it is wet out, I wear my cheapo GoreTex shell pants over the wool. Always comfortable and never to hot or cold. Sitting in a stand or hiking. One of my favorite pair of wool pants were from Sportsman Guide. I bought them about 13 years ago for $25. They are swiss military stamped 1927 on the inside....

CAMPMEAT · « **Reply #25 on:** December 08, 2011, 02:32:25 PM »

I've got some Woolrich Malone Wool pants size 48. Waaaaaaaaaaaay too big for me now. They are brand new, maybe 10 years old, never been worn or altered. Been in the drawer. You pay postage on them and you can have them.

BuckHunter23 · « **Reply #26 on:** December 08, 2011, 02:43:05 PM »

Under Armour everything for me. Baselayers are awesome and their outerwear is just as good. But can't say I've tried too much wool to compare. Plus I have a connection to 50% off UA products so makes it nice

Ellensburg · « **Reply #27 on:** December 08, 2011, 02:53:12 PM »

But cotton is cheaper

CAMPMEAT · « **Reply #28 on:** December 08, 2011, 02:55:27 PM »

Quote from: JackOfAllTrades on November 29, 2011, 09:46:13 AM

I'm surprised that no one mentions SILK for a base layer.

-Steve

I use silk all the time, even glove liners, baclavas and undershirts ( until my wife lost it ). Geeze !!!!

B.G.hunter · « **Reply #29 on:** December 08, 2011, 03:11:22 PM »

I have both Under Armour Cold Gear 2.0 and First Lite Merino wool. The First Lite is hands down a better product. It is way more comfortable, and the Under Armour has shunk over the last two years of washing. It also has pilled up on the outside. I will not buy another set of Under Armour base layers. I also have a set of wool blend base layers that a friend gave me and they are decent also.

PolarBear · « **Reply #30 on:** December 08, 2011, 03:20:13 PM »

What about moleskin? I heard a moleskin thong will keep things hot in any situation!

CAMPMEAT · « **Reply #31 on:** December 08, 2011, 03:44:23 PM »

Quote from: PolarBear on December 08, 2011, 03:20:13 PM

What about moleskin? I heard a moleskin thong will keep things hot in any situation!

Plus, if you had a problem with nut rub, it would protect the jewels too.

ridgefire · « **Reply #32 on:** December 08, 2011, 09:41:36 PM »

merino wool base layer and outer layer for me. can wear the wool for a week straight without any stank and very comfortable

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