Best mid layer?

[nschool]

I’m looking to add a mid layer to my gear. Right now I’m leaning towards the kuiu superfleece 275 but I’m open to any suggestions from any brand. It will mainly be used for stationary hunting. Also, It would be beneficial if I could use this piece as an outer layer in warmer conditions. Here is what I currently own.

Wick hoody LG

Furnace qz MD

Furnaces long John MD

Sawtooth hybrid vest MD

Sawtooth hybrid jacket LG

Whitetail catalyst jacket LG

Catalyst soft shell pant MD

Sanctuary 2.0 bibs LG
Cabelas parka LG

 

[Bbrinks]

If it’s mainly for stationary hunting, the strongfleece won’t really add a ton of warmth in my opinion. I love mine, but for me it’s really more of an active layer for going through some brushy stuff. Works great for earlier turkey seasons where you can get some decent cold fronts. For whitetail I really like my source jacket, which is great as an outer layer in October and fits under the sanctuary jacket in later seasons. The material is quiet too so it works great for bow season.

 

[mtnbound]

I’m looking to add a mid layer to my gear. Right now I’m leaning towards the kuiu superfleece 275 but I’m open to any suggestions from any brand. It will mainly be used for stationary hunting. Also, It would be beneficial if I could use this piece as an outer layer in warmer conditions. Here is what I currently own.

Wick hoody LG

Furnace qz MD

Furnaces long John MD

Sawtooth hybrid vest MD

Sawtooth hybrid jacket LG

Whitetail catalyst jacket LG

Catalyst soft shell pant MD

Sanctuary 2.0 bibs LG
Cabelas parka LG

I have a Strong Fleece, and it's great for its wicking properties, but it would not be good for warm weather unless you run really cold. I prefer wool because it helps me regulate my body temperature better. I would look at FL Thermagrid.

 

[DB29]

My Sitka ambient is my most used mid layer. Wicks and dries amazing. I wear it early to late season. When I’m not moving I just layer on top appropriately. Also my favorite around town piece.

 

[nschool]

I have a Strong Fleece, and it's great for its wicking properties, but it would not be good for warm weather unless you run really cold. I prefer wool because it helps me regulate my body temperature better. I would look at FL Thermagrid.

I would mainly use it for a mid layer in colder weather. Though I might use it as a outer layer when it’s in the 50s

 

[Laelkhunter]

See reply #4 and look no further. Sitka Ambient is the most versatile piece of clothing I own.

 

[nschool]

My Sitka ambient is my most used mid layer. Wicks and dries amazing. I wear it early to late season. When I’m not moving I just layer on top appropriately. Also my favorite around town piece.

Have you happened to compare it to the fanatic hoody?

If it’s mainly for stationary hunting, the strongfleece won’t really add a ton of warmth in my opinion. I love mine, but for me it’s really more of an active layer for going through some brushy stuff. Works great for earlier turkey seasons where you can get some decent cold fronts. For whitetail I really like my source jacket, which is great as an outer layer in October and fits under the sanctuary jacket in later seasons. The material is quiet too so it works great for bow season.

do you have the 275 strongfleece?

 

[Bbrinks]

I do and I love it, but for stationary hunting like whitetail I think there are better options if you’re looking at warmth. Are you looking at something with a hood as well?

 

[Rjk300]

I have the fanatic hoody and really like the face mask, mitten features. I would say it’s close in warmth to the strong fleece 260 I have but noticeably less warm than my strong fleece 290 mid layer.

 

[nschool]

See reply #4 and look no further. Sitka Ambient is the most versatile piece of clothing I own.

Do you have the 100 or 200?

I do and I love it, but for stationary hunting like whitetail I think there are better options if you’re looking at warmth. Are you looking at something with a hood as well?

I would like to have a hood yes. Although if i find the perfect piece without a hood I can do without.

I have the fanatic hoody and really like the face mask, mitten features. I would say it’s close in warmth to the strong fleece 260 I have but noticeably less warm than my strong fleece 290 mid layer.

Interesting. The 275 has 290 in the main areas but thinner fleece on the sides and underarm. I would think the 275 is quite a bit warmer than the 260 or fanatic based off your details