Someone with kuiu experience?

[Embarger]

I'm planning on doing an early season archery mule deer hunt this coming summer and was looking into upgrading my clothing. I've been looking at kuiu and with all the options I'm a little overwhelmed at which pieces are going to be practical for my needs. I'll be hunting in-between 5000 and 8000 ft so I'm expecting lows around freezing highs in the 90s possibly. I'm good for base layer mostly stuck on which outer layer I need. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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[Cant hit em]

I liked the Attack pants and the Peleton 240 hoodie with a base layer


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[handwerk]

For me the attacks would be a sure thing, and maybe the guide jacket once you're done hiking in and get to glassing/moving slow, I have both and have been very happy with them.

 

[JDeanP]

Attack pants are great. The vents on the side help regulate heat when you're tramping around and overall they're very comfortable. I haven't had any experience with purchasing their products in a couple years, so I can't speak to their recent sizing issues. However, if this is no longer a problem, I wouldn't hesitate to go after the Attacks.

 

[Back Country Hunter 2]

I'm planning on doing an early season archery mule deer hunt this coming summer and was looking into upgrading my clothing. I've been looking at kuiu and with all the options I'm a little overwhelmed at which pieces are going to be practical for my needs. I'll be hunting in-between 5000 and 8000 ft so I'm expecting lows around freezing highs in the 90s possibly. I'm good for base layer mostly stuck on which outer layer I need. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Are you truck camping or backpacking in?

 

[Embarger]

Valid question, I forgot to add that. I'll be packing in-between five to eight miles depending on what tag I draw. Most of it is pretty rough so weight is a bit of a concern which is why I was hoping to get some insight so I'm not packing jackets or layers that I won't need.

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[Weekender]

After trying most of Kuiu clothes this is what works for me. Pants-Attacks just solid all around pant, another are chinooks also good all around just tighter in the thigh area. Synthetic coat- The cut of the Teton fit me better, light, breathable, warm. Kenai other option more full featured but fit was off for me. Throw a light weight shell in your pack call it good. If your busting brush use a more durable shell. With base layers you temp range is huge. Good luck


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[Piscatory_4]

I have heard that regarding the Chinook Pant, being tighter in the thigh area, but I got a pair this year and they seem to fit the same as the attacks for me. Both size 36.

 

[IdahoElk]

This is what I have with me from the beginning of archery season until rifle when I pack into camp.
- Attacks or Tiburons for pants
-Merino tops and bottoms(any brand)
-Merino socks and underwear(any brand)
-Peloton 240 jacket
-Rain gear that also acts as hard shell on cold days and when at camp in the evening.(Any brand)
-Super down jacket just in case of cold snap.
-Peloton gloves
-Peloton beanie

 

[Aleetch]

This is what I have with me from the beginning of archery season until rifle when I pack into camp.
- Attacks or Tiburons for pants
-Merino tops and bottoms(any brand)
-Merino socks and underwear(any brand)
-Peloton 240 jacket
-Rain gear that also acts as hard shell on cold days and when at camp in the evening.(Any brand)
-Super down jacket just in case of cold snap.
-Peloton gloves
-Peloton beanie

Idaho elk pretty much nailed it the only input on other input I have is get what ever you can of the ultra merino; the gloves neck gaitor, beanie, etc. I've tried a few different brands when it comes to merino and as far as quality, durability, and temperature control capability I won't ever buy any thing other then kuiu's nuyarn ultra merino again. Also as mentioned above the superdown jacket is amazing in cold temperatures and packs down to almost nothing, but if your gonna hike in it I suggest getting the Teton jacket or some other more durable shell to put over it as it's not super durable


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[Back Country Hunter 2]

For pants either the Attacks or Alpines and a outer shell jacket like the Guide or Chinook (could go with the Teton for price). For glassing a puffy I like having a puffy as well under the outer shell. You could go with the Superdown or Kenai (could go with the Teton for price: it's the same fabric as the Kenai, just no pit zips). You could also go with the Costco Puffy as well. Much cheaper. Last year I ran Kuiu with the Attack Pants, Guide Vest, Superdown Zip T, and Guide Jacket. Weight wasn't an issue. Some guys who are really concerned with weight will take out the vest and jacket and will do something like the Peloton 240 Zip Hoodie and have their outer shell be their rain gear. Just make sure your outer shell is windproof. I don't like to use my rain gear for that purpose, because I'm afraid it'll rip, and replacing expensive rain gear is . . . expensive. I run the original Kuiu Chugach rain gear still.

 

[4ringshooter]

Attack pants are great. The vents on the side help regulate heat when you're tramping around and overall they're very comfortable. I haven't had any experience with purchasing their products in a couple years, so I can't speak to their recent sizing issues. However, if this is no longer a problem, I wouldn't hesitate to go after the Attacks.

Agreed.

I will say that the Attacks in size 32 I purchased last fall fit true to size but the Alpines I purchased around the same time ran one size large. I'm waiting on the size 30s in Alpine to try next.

As far as recommendations go I will echo what most others have already stated:

-Attack pants(Can substitute with Chinook, Alpine or Teton depending on what features you want).
-Teton or Kenai Insulated Jacket(Go with Superdown or something else if all out warmth is your goal).
-Guide, Chinook or Teton Jacket(I find the Teton to be more comfortable with the lack of features but still love my Guide)
-Peloton 200 or 240(The 240 is one of my favorite pieces but pills up. Noticeable on solid colors more).
-Peloton 200 beanie.
-Neck Gator(I run the Merino 145)
-Chugach Rain gear.

 

[fngTony]

Kuiu I used this year for 30-70 20's a few times.
125 merino, teton zipt, teton puffy, guide jacket, tiburon pants, 240 beanie.

What I've changed or will be doing different. Zip t replaced with other brand down vest, better warmth for weight. Added kenai pants, don't see a need for a base anymore. They may work into sleep system, could be warn while tiburons dry. Guide jacket it's really a situation dependent piece so it may be in the classifieds soon.

I did also use a mixed bag of gloves rain gear and baseler bottoms.

 

[Embarger]

Thanks for your input everyone this is all extremely helpful.

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[Bughalli]

Early season, I would go Tiburons over Attacks. Lighter, better breathing. Attacks are a great pant, but too warm for me in early season. Get the merino long underwear bottoms they offer (zip offs) and with Tiburons you can cover temps down to freezing no problem. It's really only the early moring time before sun comes up. That base layer is super fast and easy to take off, allowing you to stay cool once the sun comes up. Then go an ultralight rain gear setup. I just don't wear rain gear much, but gotta have it. So I only bring ultra light stuff now (early season). Could always use it as extra layer if temps drop for prolonged periods of time.

 

[Where's Bruce?]

What's your build? Us bigger boys find Kuiu to be a bit snug in places...particularly in pants. I have purchased Kuiu jackets and pants and base layers and love their merino stuff but prefer Sitka's outerwear pocketing and overall cut.

 

[cgippe]

I have a ton of Kuiu and have tried a lot of their line. Here is what I would wear/Pack

-Alpine pants (I like these over the attack due to the knee pad and zipper pockets)
-Merino 145 top (Maybe also pack the 210 in case it is colder)
-Merino socks ( I use Mountain Standard they are 2 pairs for $15) I will wear one and pack one
-Peloton 240 jacket with hood

In Pack
-Chugach Rain gear (Lots of storms roll in and these are nice and packable )
-Super down jacket some times I will take Kenai instead for chilly mornings it is better to hike in, has pit zips
-Merino 210 gloves
-Merino bottoms
-Any beanie

If I am not day hunting I would go merino over all synthetic it doesnt smell as quick and does a great job still and wicking moisture.

 

[Benjblt]

The Attacks are more versatile but get pretty warm in the 70 degree plus weather. The hip vents help and they are really versatile. The Tiburons, I hear, are great and the most durable pant. With the base layers they may work well in the temp range you are talking about.

The Guide Jacket is great but I don't think it would be as versatile for the weight. I think the Peloton 240 serves a similar purpose and is much more packable.

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[Benjblt]

Also, keep in mind that the Alpine pants don't have a DWR coating. Neither do the Tetons but they also don't cost $150 like the the Alpine pants do.

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[Davesphizikal]

Attack pants. Peleton 200 hoodie. Teton rain jacket. Some light to medium weight layers.


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