My gear/pack layout from base layers to binos

[Shraggs]

Has anyone tried or used the hiltek gaiters or hats?

 

[Dobermann]

I have a long sleeve merino blend hoody and base layer bottoms that I wear to bed- helps with warmth but also keeps the bags clean and oil free.

For those who are wondering about the Aclima Woolnets ('fishnet baselayers') + Zen Bivy as an option for sleeping - I did this last weekend. Not cold conditions, but cool for me.

I found that the Aclima Woolnets still worked to retain warmth near my body but still breathe, despite there being more 'room' / air around them in a bed, rather than under another clothing layer.

However - and here's a trap for new players - I can't recommend combining them with a Zen Bivy, at least the previous model. I didn't do up all the clips so I could vent the bed as needed, and the clips on the side of the bed caught in the holes of my Woolnets twice in the night.

So while the Woolnets were comfy for sleeping in, they don't play well with Zen Bivvies. I'm guessing they also allow more body oil through compared to merino. So I'm going back to merino longs to sleep in.

The stuff you only learn from experience, eh?

 

[twall13]

For those who are wondering about the Aclima Woolnets ('fishnet baselayers') + Zen Bivy as an option for sleeping - I did this last weekend. Not cold conditions, but cool for me.

I found that the Aclima Woolnets still worked to retain warmth near my body but still breathe, despite there being more 'room' / air around them in a bed, rather than under another clothing layer.

However - and here's a trap for new players - I can't recommend combining them with a Zen Bivy, at least the previous model. I didn't do up all the clips so I could vent the bed as needed, and the clips on the side of the bed caught in the holes of my Woolnets twice in the night.

So while the Woolnets were comfy for sleeping in, they don't play well with Zen Bivvies. I'm guessing they also allow more body oil through compared to merino. So I'm going back to merino longs to sleep in.

The stuff you only learn from experience, eh?

I had the same problem and actually ripped a small area of my woolnets. I still think I'd use the combo again in the future but it's certainly worth noting you need to be careful with those two combined.

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[Blaw]

My issues with the SG are similar. It got noticeably looser as I used it, and ended up like this….basically hanging from the stomach towards the end of the season.

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The other issue with the Stone Glacier I’ve found is durability. The bungee cord wears out and fails, once in the middle of a sheep hunt and had to be tied back together to work. If you haven’t already, replace it with thicker, better quality bungee from somewhere else. The SG stuff is thin. Also, the pouches don’t handle abrasion well and tend to degrade quickly when compared to something like the Sitka. I don’t feel like replacing my pouches every season but the main pouch and accessory pouch will likely have to be replaced before next as they have small holes stemming from abrasion. Overall minor issues but stuff to keep in mind. To me, the Sentinel is still worth it for the utility and overall design of the pouches but lacking in many areas.

I’ve reached out to a small company out of Calgary who I’ve had experience with their products and have been very impressed by the quality. They’ve already got a product that addresses the harness design IMO. The question is whether they want to slim that down and adapt it for binoculars and hunting. They’re capable of producing a solution to this with a better product, I’m just waiting to hear back if they’re willing to.

im in calgary as well, any news on this?

 

[TitsMcGee]

im in calgary as well, any news on this?

I understand you shouldn’t have to, but has anyone tried just wrapping duct/electrical/goon tape around the adjustment buckles to secure the strap in place?

 

[Helislacker]

im in calgary as well, any news on this?

They’re interested. I just haven’t had time to get out and sit down with them yet. I’ll keep you posted

 

[cwitt]

I understand you shouldn’t have to, but has anyone tried just wrapping duct/electrical/goon tape around the adjustment buckles to secure the strap in place?

I was having this problem with my Marsupial after switching 3/4 of the buckles to their buckle delete option. Tried tape but it wasn’t staying secure. Hit the straps with a couple passes on a sewing machine and it’s been fantastic.

 

[masterofnone]

Anybody find a better sheath or storage option for the cold steel Canadian belt knife? The knife itself is awesome, but the sheath is not great.


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[24valve]

Anybody find a better sheath or storage option for the cold steel Canadian belt knife? The knife itself is awesome, but the sheath is not great.


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Someone in this year's winter S2H class had a custom one, but I don't recall who had it or who made the sheath.

I'd ask the question over in the thread about the class and hopefully you get an answer there: https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/s2h-winter-class-2026-observations-and-lessons-learned.441862/

Alternatively, @Small-foot just made a custom kydex sheath for one that works well and was cheap.



I was considering this sheath: https://rkcustomkydex.shop/products/cold-steel-canadian-belt-knife-sheath?variant=42366522065052 as well for the cold steel version before I got a grohmann CBK, but the included leather sheath works decent so I never did try it out.

 

[masterofnone]

Someone in this year's winter S2H class had a custom one, but I don't recall who had it or who made the sheath.

I'd ask the question over in the thread about the class and hopefully you get an answer there: https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/s2h-winter-class-2026-observations-and-lessons-learned.441862/

Alternatively, @Small-foot just made a custom kydex sheath for one that works well and was cheap.

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I was considering this sheath: https://rkcustomkydex.shop/products/cold-steel-canadian-belt-knife-sheath?variant=42366522065052 as well for the cold steel version before I got a grohmann CBK, but the included leather sheath works decent so I never did try it out.

@24valve thanks for the input. I’ll see what I can do to find one and I’ll report back.


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[Small-foot]

@24valve thanks for the input. I’ll see what I can do to find one and I’ll report back.


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Depending on if you’re wanting leather or kydex, I could probably help you out since that’s the knife I have. PM me about it if you can’t find one.

 

[Formidilosus]

Anybody find a better sheath or storage option for the cold steel Canadian belt knife? The knife itself is awesome, but the sheath is not great.


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I’ve got the guy at UM that made the CBK that I am using now, redo a sheath to work on the bino harness better. Should get back and see it the end of next week.

 

[masterofnone]

Depending on if you’re wanting leather or kydex, I could probably help you out since that’s the knife I have. PM me about it if you can’t find one.

Will do. Thanks.


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[masterofnone]

I’ve got the guy at UM that made the CBK that I am using now, redo a sheath to work on the bino harness better. Should get back and see it the end of next week.

Sweet. I’ll keep an eye out for that. I’m sort of just looking for whatever will keep the smallest footprint in my kill kit. I’ve cut as much plastic off the stock sheath as I can but I think it could be considerably smaller.


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[Formidilosus]

Sweet. I’ll keep an eye out for that. I’m sort of just looking for whatever will keep the smallest footprint in my kill kit. I’ve cut as much plastic off the stock sheath as I can but I think it could be considerably smaller.


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The smallest footprint would probably be something like that RK Custom kydex that @24valve posted.

 

[24valve]

Sweet. I’ll keep an eye out for that. I’m sort of just looking for whatever will keep the smallest footprint in my kill kit. I’ve cut as much plastic off the stock sheath as I can but I think it could be considerably smaller.


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If that is your goal and where your knife resides, then you might consider the cheapskate route of making a sheath out of duct tape and cardboard - it will be smaller than any kydex sheath since it doesn't need to be riveted on one side and won't need to hold up to water/abuse inside of a kill kit.

 

[Alpha Echo]

If that is your goal and where your knife resides, then you might consider the cheapskate route of making a sheath out of duct tape and cardboard - it will be smaller than any kydex sheath since it doesn't need to be riveted on one side and won't need to hold up to water/abuse inside of a kill kit.

Cheaper, lighter, and disposable once you get it bloody.

 

[JohnB]

you might consider the cheapskate route of making a sheath out of duct tape and cardboard - it will be smaller than any kydex sheath since it doesn't need to be riveted on one side and won't need to hold up to water/abuse inside of a

One time I made one using irrigation drip line. I heated it in boiling water and smushed it around the knife and handle. It seemed to work good but was a long time ago so I've got no idea on pipe diameter or wall thickness.

 

[ztc92]

Sweet. I’ll keep an eye out for that. I’m sort of just looking for whatever will keep the smallest footprint in my kill kit. I’ve cut as much plastic off the stock sheath as I can but I think it could be considerably smaller.


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Another simple idea for this is to use the plastic of a laundry detergent container or something similar to make a taco sheath. Lots of YouTube videos showing how to make these...