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    New Mexico unit 4 elk outfitter

    I'd check with Aaron Bauer - Spot and Stalk Outfitters. Guides a lot of his hunters himself, knows that country and knows elk. I'm sure he could help figure out a cabin as well.
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    2023 rut-less observatons

    Had a second archery tag in the famous Gila- National Forest, not wilderness. The elk were silent except a few bugles the second to last day (9/23). We had one bull act semi- interested in our cow calls, but not enough to come in. Most bugles that day were pretty half-hearted, and not in any way...
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    KUIU Super Down LT

    Totally agree with everything stated above. Had the original super down ultra and sold it. it was marketed like it was some magic potion for warmth, but the fact is the amount of down fill is more important than even the rating of the down fill. Lots of 650 is still warmer than a medium amount...
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    Down Vs. Synthetic for Backpack Hunting

    Makes sense. I do feel like sometimes I'm wasting time stripping and adding layers- I just really try to avoid getting too hot while I'm exerting energy. Curious if anyone has had their treated down soaked from the outside and had it lose it's loft- how soaked did it have to get?
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    Down Vs. Synthetic for Backpack Hunting

    Interesting thread to read up on and see people's experiences/opinions on this. Interesting to see how many people are discussing wetting out from sweat in their down. Personally, I don't hike in a puffy of any kind unless it's a very gradual or short hike. I only put it on while stationary. If...
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    New Mexico tags mailed?

    Have you guys received your New Mexico tags yet? I drew as well, and still haven't seen anything. I'm in TX, but it still shouldn't take very long once it's shipped.
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    What jacket for 5-7oz 800+ down?

    I've seen the King's Camp XKG Transition Down Jacket at a local store, and it looks pretty nicely made and lofty. I think it's 5+ oz. of down at about 13-14 oz. It's 800 FP treated down, and looks to be stuffed quite a bit thicker than the SG Grumman to me. I think it goes for about $329.
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    Kuiu Northstar Glomit vs Super Down Pro Glassing Mit

    I have the North Stars, and agree that they're very warm, but not very packable. They're bulky in the pack, and I tend to leave them in camp a lot for that reason. If I were going to do it all over again, I'd go with the pros.
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    What's everyone's favorite kuiu top/jacket?

    For me, I wear it instead of wearing one of their other fleece mid layers. Slightly insulated and more wind resistant than their other mid layers, full zip for venting and easy on/off, just 12 or 13 ounces to pack. It's also low profile enough to shoot a bow or wear under a thicker puffy. It's a...
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    Kuiu added Whitetail Gear…

    Few observations: The Proximity jacket is essentially a Kenai with fleece and a wind barrier- but it's just an ounce shy of 2 pounds. Not a big deal if you only use it for stand hunting whitetails, but I'd like a $300 jacket to serve more than one purpose. They also don't commit to being...
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    Base layer T-shirt. Best synthetic options?

    I have a SS UnderArmour heat gear shirt that is fairly fitted and very smooth on the outside, so the next layer goes on without bunching up under the sleeves. I like a fairly snug-fitting shirt on my torso that I can tuck in to keep drafts out, and keep my belt from rubbing while sitting, and...
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    Can anybody directly compare the Kuiu Strongfleece 280 to the Kutana Hybrid 3defx?

    Guessing the Hybrid 3dFX will be warmer. Insulated sleeves & chest area that is more wind resistant. Heavyweight fleece on the back at 12 or 13 oz. 280 is all fleece. Warm with a shell, but not as much as outermost layer if there's a breeze. All-in-all, probably similar weight and warmth- if...
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    Colorado Elk hunting with youth, any advice?

    Great Thread. I agree with the posts that said to make it all about them, and go the extra mile to keep them comfortable. They're usually skinnier than us, so they get cold faster if they sit still for too long, and their legs are shorter, so hiking up the steep stuff sometimes takes twice as...
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    Kuiu Rubicon vs peloton

    Some guys love their Peloton 240's. I didn't find much use for it. It's not a very lofty fleece, and I found it to not be anywhere near as wind resistant as Kuiu claims it is. as a 'shell' type jacket, I'd guess the Rubicon is inherently warmer than the 240 because as a true soft-shell, I assume...
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    Archery elk pants

    I like my Kuiu Attacks as well. But I just picked up a pair of the Wally World Wranglers for backup, and I really like the fit and weight of them. Also how quiet they are. Hard to think that the Kuiu's are $105 better.
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    First Colorado Elk Hunt / Which Boots to Bring?

    I agree. I wear uninsulated 8" hiking boots almost all the time. My experience is that when it's cold and I put on my 400 gram Meindls, my feet are still cold and I have a heavier boot to hike around in. Pac boots are warm, but I hate to hike in them. Generally, if my feet get too cold, I hike...
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    Need Recommendation (Boot)

    love my Crispi Nevada uninsulated. Changed out the insoles for Meindl Perfekt cork insoles, and really like them. Soles are stiff, but not boards, plenty of ankle support, good quality leather. Looks like Schnees, Kennetrek, Low and probably more make boots that are all basically the same design...
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    Camo vs Solids??

    Solid pants, that way I can wear whatever camo shirt or jacket that functions best without it hurting my eyes. Virtually everyone's came goes with a brown/khaki or light olive pant. Something in a sage green/gray would be a great solid color pant.
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    Oct./Nov. Kuiu Pant Recommendations

    Attacks. I wear them from September through November. No base layer in September with the leg vents open, various weights of base layers underneath in November depending on weather. I had a pair of guides and sold them- didn't like the pocket configuration, and to me, they weren't any warmer or...
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    Clothing - elk newbie

    I think you'll be fine. Get a good beanie to keep your head warm. Sometimes if it's really cold, it's worth wearing the beanie and liner gloves as you start hiking with just a base and light fleece. As you heat up, take off your beanie to let some heat out. same with the gloves. as you cool off...

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