Kuiu Merino 145 Hoodie vs Sitka Core LW Hoodie

[Bowhunter50]

Hey guys looking to pick up a lightweight base layer hoodie for sun protection for early archery deer hunts. I’ve used the Kuiu merino 145 zip t and like it. I’m kind of leaning toward Kuiu because the rest of my gear is Kuiu. However, I’ve been thinking about switching to synthetic base layers because I would like something that drys faster than merino and Kuiu doesn’t have a lightweight hoodie in synthetic that isn’t a fleece. Still a little hesitant to switch to synthetic though due to the stink factor on extended backcountry hunts. I think a simple solution to the dry faster thing would be to wear a synthetic t shirt for long hikes. What’s everyone’s thoughts and experience?


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[machinethomas]

The 145 is heavier than the Sitka Core Lightweight Hoody. I have a 145 zip-T and the lightweight hoody. I would be totally fine wearing the Sitka in the summer, but would get way to hot wearing the 145. The Sitka is a very lightweight mesh like material. I would say the 145 is ideal as a base layer in cooler weather. The synthetic does get a bit of stink too it as well. That said, I like both but use them quite differently. Just my opinion.


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[Planopurist]

Did you consider the First Lite Wick Aerowool? It’s a 150 weight wool with some nylon. I have several pieces from the previous generation and absolutely love them. I wear them during summer hunting chores, early archery hunts in Texas, mid-late season hunts, and even Summer vacation in the Caribbean. I can’t say enough about it.


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[Bowhunter50]

Did you consider the First Lite Wick Aerowool? It’s a 150 weight wool with some nylon. I have several pieces from the previous generation and absolutely love them. I wear them during summer hunting chores, early archery hunts in Texas, mid-late season hunts, and even Summer vacation in the Caribbean. I can’t say enough about it.


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Thanks I have an Aerowool shirt from first lite. The other night I washed both my Aerowool shirt and my Kuiu 145 and hung to dry. I would check on them every once in a while and it seemed like they both dried at the same speed. So unless there’s a real advantage to the Aerowool I would like to stick to the kuiu since I already have a lot of kuiu stuff. Not that I need it to match... the first lite pine solids look pretty cool.


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[Bowhunter50]

I honestly haven't noticed much of a difference in wearing the aerowool vs kuiu 145 merino. Is there something I'm missing? I think I'll definitely be getting a merino hooded baselayer due to the stink factor. However, I'm not sure if I should get the kuiu 145 merino hoodie or the first lite wick hoodie. Thanks for the input.

 

[Trial153]

For light weight quick drying..the core light weight is money.

 

[DenverBulls]

I have the Sitka and freaking love it. I may smell like a** after 6 days, but it doesn’t! For reference, I do also own a 150 merino top and love it for different reasons. They both go with me in September.