Kuiu peleton

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Can someone give a review on these items. Thinking about ordering but not much info out there. I was going to order the 240 hoodie and the 145. Mainly wondering what temperature range these two items will cover when worn together or separate. How does the sizing compare to the merino. The large merino fits me perfect. Also how durable will these items be. I'm a little hesitant to wear the merino on my coues deer hunt this year and was hoping these my fair a little better. Thanks
 
I purchased the 200 zip hoodie which I like. I can't give much of a review on it yet though for I've only wore it twice so far. This is a bit different then what you are looking at for what I have is the hooded sweatshirt basically not the 'full zip' ones that you are looking at.

I was happy with it for a first weekend CO elk hunt. Temps were pretty mild too though. Just wish they would put a pocket for hands in them for the semi chilly times to warm up hands and or to put a small item when sitting on the ground.

*edited* also I think they have the 10% off on their instock items too
 
I have the 200 zip (no hood) and the 240 full-zip hood. On a recent caribou hunt in Alaska these were my two primary top garments. I wore thin merino base layers top and bottom. Next came the 200 for everyday use in cool temps, and over that came the 240 when the wind was blowing or temps demanded more. I found the sizing to be accurate in r/t my merino sizes...order the same unless you like a loose fit. I had exactly zero problems with either garment. After many days of hard use (and some of the worst weather I've ever endured anywhere) they came out with no issues. Incidentally I've never been a hood type of guy, but the 240 hood saw use every single day whenever the breezes were blowing. I was hunting at dall sheep- elevations and above treeline in temps from 55 down to the 20s. I had hurricane rain/wind for days, followed by sleet and inches of snow. I took a minimum amount of clothing (Super Cub drop) and made it count. Note that I also brought a lightweight down jacket and full rain gear which saw daily use as well. The Peloton line is a full winner for me.
 
I have the 200 hoodie and like it so far. More wind resistant than merino. It is a good layer for the cooler temps and the fit was good to me. The hood is nice and stayed in place which I liked. Over all I am pleased with it and it has replaced my 210 merino shirts.
 
I have the light weight base layer ( 145?) And it fits the same as the merino. Haven't had a chance to hunt in it yet for a review
 
Curious how it compares to the traverse zip T by Sitka? Any insights?
I have an older sitka traverse hoodie (solid) and an even older optifade zip t that have been my favorite cold weather shirts. Both are larges. I recently got the 200 peloton hoodie. I haven't worn it in the field yet.

Basic comparison to the traverse is it is slightly heavier weight, no thumbholes, and not quite as stretchy. (The peloton 200 does stretch though). The peloton 200 reminds me more of a hooded sweatshirt, which is kind of what I was looking for. I plan on wearing it as a mid and outer layer. I have it in a large, and it is a slightly looser fit on me than the sitka large. However, the peloton seems shorter in torso hem length than my kuiu merino shirts.

Like I said, haven't worn it in the field yet, but looking forward to it. Just need cooler temps!
 
Curious how it compares to the traverse zip T by Sitka? Any insights?

My Peloton 200 hoodie is noticeably thicker and warmer than my Traverse hoodie.

I do have to marvel at the lack of features on the Peloton for the price though. Zero pockets, cuffs, thumb loops, waist or hood cinch cords, no offset zipper, Nada.
 
I have both the Peloton 130 LS T and the 240 Hoodie. Haven't needed the 240 much yet since it has been pretty warm. The 130 is my favorite base layer shirt. It dries really fast and is very comfortable. It would be hard to beat it for a warm weather shirt IMO. I really like the 240 as well the couple of times I have thrown it on. The hood fits well and it has hand warmer pockets and thumb holes. I feel the arms could be slightly longer, but not a big deal. I'm 6'2" and they're just long enough. I can't speak to the durability, but I would definitely question it based on how the material feels. I would say it should be fine for most situations other than very thick/rough terrain. They run true to size. I have large in both shirts. Overall I'm very impressed with the Peloton.
 
I have a 200 hoodie, no field reports as of yet will later this month, but like it so far.

im 5 11 200, I typically wear L in kuiu but went xl in the 200 and like the fit, a 210 merino in xl swallowed me
 
My 240 hoodie has not left my pack yet but I think it will get good use next week. I am just here to say if you get the 240 maybe size up. I am 6'1" and a large in everything but the sleeves were too short for me to use the thumb loops. I had to exchange for an XL.
 
My buddy wore his 145 for the first time elk hunting this weekend and definitively said it was the finest shirt he's ever hunted in. Temperatures ranged from about 40 at night to 70+ for highs. He never put another layer on or took it off. Meanwhile, I was sweating my ass off in my icebreaker merino. I think it's time to upgrade...
 
I have the 240 hoody and traverse hoody. I think it's amazing the 240 has a full length zipper but came in lighter (sz med 13.4 oz). The torso is shorter than the merino base layers, but longer than my kenai puffy. It fits looser than the traverse, which stretches around you. I'm 5'8" so length of torso and sleeves is fine for me, but I could see problems for bigger guys. Sitka traverse hoody is longer in all respects.

I haven't used the 240 enough to speak to drying time, but rumor is without the spandex (the 240 is 100% poly) like in the traverse, the kuiu piece should dry quicker. I've noticed once you sweat up the traverse it takes a while to dry.

I think the traverse hood is more form fitting, but like the 240 hood as well. I was worried the 240 might be too heavy/warm as a mid layer, but it's awesome. Fits under or over my puffy, and great just over my merino, so super flexible layer, not too bulky. Sold my softshell as the 240 effectively replaces it for my uses.
 
I had to upsize from the large guide to the xl since it was just too tight in the shoulders and back. Is the Peleton 240 the same cut as the guide? Would be nice to run a lighter "soft shell"
 
I like it. I just have one of the T-shirts, but really like the material. Compared to the merino layers, it holds its shape much better and does not stretch out and get too baggy after a few days of use.
 
Been wearing my 240 the last few days and really liking it. I am just wearing it over my light merino in the mornings and it keeps me warm and seams to breathe. Temps must be near freezing as there is frost in some places.
 
To follow up for any others considering the peleton 240, I've had it out in the field on constantly for the past week. Good wind resistance, breathes well, and I really like the full zip (it's a very small zipper) and the way the hood fits. I can layer it either over or under the Kenai puffy. So far good snag resistance busting through timber and deadfall.

I think the best part about running a hoody with thumb holes is how well you can regulate your body temp - not having thumb holes on the Peleton 200 hoody seems odd to me.
 
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