kuiu is not the norm. people today myself included are used to being able to buy most things whenever they want them. I wouldn't sit there giving everyone a hard time because they didn't order hunting clothes for this season last january...maybe you do that, and that's awesome you will most likely never have our issue. However I don't consider May 1st last minute when I ordered most of my stuff, I consider that about average time to plan ahead 3 and 1/2 months....hardly last minute.
I have no issues with kuiu and their wait times, yes a little frustrating, but if that's what it takes to get quality gear I wish more companies would be like them...but unless familiar with kuiu, the quality they produce, and the high demand, how could you possibly know to order in January or last hunting season? you wouldnt.
I will enjoy my attack pants in the late season and I'm ok with that, still excited to see them when they get here....oh and now that I am familiar with kuiu, you're right i will order my stuff 6 months ahead of time.