My gear/pack layout from base layers to binos

[Ens Entium]

Thanks, I figured the stretch would allow more wind through but it’s good to confirm.

Is the G1000 more breathable than the ventile or just the stretch panels?

Are there times where you prefer the more breathable stretch material for the back panel ie when hiking with a pack?

I would say unwaxed G1000 and the Redkettle ventile are pretty similar as far as breathability.

I do sweat a little where my bino harness and pack are but only really noticeable when I take them off.

 

[kravguy]

Are you guys finding Red Kettle jackets available anywhere? There hasn't been anything available in bigger sizes for awhile, unless I keep missing them and they sell out right away?

 

[JollyRoger]

Are you guys finding Red Kettle jackets available anywhere? There hasn't been anything available in bigger sizes for awhile, unless I keep missing them and they sell out right away?

I emailed them at one point to ask about XL sizes and they said they didn’t have any plans to restock. I usually fall between large and extra large depending on how they’re cut.

 

[kravguy]

I emailed them at one point to ask about XL sizes and they said they didn’t have any plans to restock. I usually fall between large and extra large depending on how they’re cut.

Thanks. With the recent uptick in guys talking about the jackets, I thought maybe you guys were finding them somewhere. I had previously reached out direct and was told the same. I would need a 2xl.

 

[b2one]

I have a question about re-waxing your fjallraven/red kettle/ventile cotton goods. I have used the greenland wax, otter wax, and a few years ago while working in Quebec I melted some Snow seal into a heavy canvas insulated parka to help "winterize" the canvas better. I liked how the Snow Seal performed in frigid temperatures, but I am not sure if I would like it on thinner wind-shirt type pieces in more normal temperatures due to the "greasiness". What wax have you found performs well?
@Formidilosus

 

[Ajsomp]

@Formidilosus I rocked the Atlantic rancher ranger sweater in Colorado for 4th season mule deer. Holy shit that thing is warm. I had it on in the truck before getting out and I was sweating with just my
base layer/tshirt combo on. It is really heavy so I’d have to test it against the fjallraven lada or a LL bean commando sweater for weight/warmth but I got this rancher for under $100 on eBay so I don’t know if I could truly compare it.

 

[fwafwow]

but I got this rancher for under $100 on eBay so I don’t know if I could truly compare it.

Wow. I need to spend more time on eBay. That’s a steal.

 

[Helislacker]

@Formidilosus - has your pack choice changed at all? I’m debating between the R3 7000 or K4 7200, but I also know MR has recently updated their packs, etc.

I hunt almost exclusively late season rifle and prefer something setup for quick access to insulation and glass. Just curious if you have changed preferences as of late or have specific recommendations.