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    Fishnet base layers. They work, and you want them.

    Anything under the Peloton 97? I think in your setup, the Peloton 97 is comparable to the Sitka Core Lightweight Hoody for what I was doing. On the move, I’d wear the core hoody and wind shirt. Stopping and cooling off, throw the Strongfleece on. The SF 280 does look heavy, but I like a full...
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    Fishnet base layers. They work, and you want them.

    You guys are killing me. Every time I think I've finalized my layering system, I find some thread like this that makes me want to flip a desk and start over! Interested to hear any feedback about how this might work into my current plan. We're talking mid October through late November in...
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    Budget Hiking Pants

    @KyleJ-802 https://www.costco.com/eddie-bauer-men's-fleece-lined-pant.product.100764387.html
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    Baselayer Research and Applications

    Can't believe there's no comments or discussion on this thread. Very informative. Thanks for sharing.
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    Budget Hiking Pants

    @LivetohuntID are you talking about the fleece lined ones? I bought all three colors a couple of years ago and live in them in the winter. They significantly improved the cut and pocket layout this year, too. How water resistant have you found them to be? I’m thinking of spraying some DWR on...
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    Mid layer, fleece or merino

    @Drenalin I had my eye on some FL Unpronounceable pants, and I’ve seen KUIU Kenai jacket, but somehow I missed the Kenai pant. Thanks! How is the water resistance and durability? Pocket layout? Ease of putting on and taking off?
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    Mid layer, fleece or merino

    Interesting discussion here. For lower body, what are y’all using as midlayer? I have KUIU 145 Merino zip off, and had been planning to pick up FL Furnace zip off (also merino) for colder hunts. The only fleece zip offs I see are from KUIU, and they both say “mild” conditions. Interested to hear...
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    New FL Pattern?

    Spit some of my coffee out reading this
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    Hard Shell Options

    @jd1006 @feanor I looked for a Reliance a while back, but it looks to me like it was discontinued.
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    Hard Shell Options

    @Seeknelk obviously I wrote the post in a confusing manner, because lots of readers think I’m trying to ditch rain gear. I’m not. I’m trying to ditch the soft shell. If I can use a single waterproof Hardshell in lieu of carrying a soft shell AND rain gear, that’s what I want to do. For now...
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    Hard Shell Options

    @sewbadithurts do you know what model you use?
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    Hard Shell Options

    I’m on it!
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    Hard Shell Options

    @mtwarden did you look at the Patagonia Houdini as well? OGL seems to think it’s the bees neez. https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/topics/clothing-mens/best-wind-breaker-jacket
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    Hard Shell Options

    @Jimss It’s not that it’s a “big deal” to carry a rain jacket, it’s that I was wondering if it was possible to build an even better - more versatile and lighter weight - setup without the soft shell. It’s not looking like my 24/7 hard shell idea is very good, but I am still going to ditch the...
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    Hard Shell Options

    So for example, a “normal” system might look like this: Base layer Mid layer Insulation Soft shell Rain jacket KUIU Guide or Axis Hybrid jacket (22 to 24oz) + Northridge Rain Jacket (their lightest, 14oz) = 36+ oz. Way more if carrying a heavier rain jacket. Not necessarily wearing them at the...
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    Hard Shell Options

    That’s basically what I’m trying to do, except skipping the soft shell layer. Base layer merino or cold gear Mid-layer merino Optional full-zip fleece hoody Puffy insulation Waterproof hard shell
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    Hard Shell Options

    @sr80 also, how are the cuffs on the M7? One thing that drives me nuts is all these hunting brands make their sleeves super tapered to the point that the cuffs are way too tight. I wear a L in “normal” clothes, and have an XL KUIU Guide jacket that I can barely get my wrist in the cuff with a...
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    Hard Shell Options

    @Jimss were talking first rifle and later in Colorado, so mid-October and later. I wouldn’t use this for the summer. Also wouldn’t consider a jacket without pit zips. It’s a must!
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    Hard Shell Options

    Do you wear it as an all-around outer shell? No issues with breatheability and sweating? How’s the noise level?
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    Hard Shell Options

    Ok fellas. I'm trying to figure out a good hard shell strategy. Hoping to ditch the soft shell and eliminate any need for a rain jacket. If I can find something that is durable enough to wear around the clock, waterproof, breathes adequately, and isn't louder than a rock concert. For you guys...

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