Synthetics base layers ???

[T3clay]

All, I have a set of Merino, but now I'm looking for a set of synthetics, specifically Kuiu Peloton synthetics.

Kuiu claims these are antimicrobial, and will not stink atleast for a couple days.

Anyone have experience with the Peloton or other synthetics, and have you had sucess wearing them for a few days without stinking?

Thanks

 

[*zap*]

I wear Sekri pcu level 1 t shirt and long bottoms all summer working hard outside in Kansas. Hang dry after work and wear again….repeat for 4-5 days. No bad odor. Mine have 3% silver fiber in them and they make boxers, t shirt, 1/3 zip top and long bottoms.
After work they are usually soaked from 90+ temps all day. I wear they as next to skin layers in cold weather also. My costs have been around $20 per piece shipped and I have 5 full sets of all 4 pieces plus some extra bottoms and 1/3 zips. These base layers have performed in all temps for me flawlessly.

 

[ianpadron]

I've run the Peloton 200 and 240 for weeklong hunts on several occasions and noticed no difference compared to my merino. Pretty effective at mitigating odors and about 1000x faster drying.

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[snowplow]

I've run the Peloton 200 and 240 for weeklong hunts on several occasions and noticed no difference compared to my merino. Pretty effective at mitigating odors and about 1000x faster drying.

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This is my experience.

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[T3clay]

You made up my mind....going with Peloton!

Thanks guys

 

[snowplow]

The peloton zip off bottoms are a total game changer! And since they're a little bit higher they don't end up tucked in your boots when you want to change. And regardless of your foot situation they don't get wet when your feet do.

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[T3clay]

I dont see the Peloton 200 zip offs on their website, I hope they didn't discontjnue them

 

[HoytHunter24]

I have a Peloton LS and after a couple days of hard hiking it stinks bad. I will say, Sitka stinks faster and worse than Kuiu but it still stinks. I am now switching to only light weight merino base layers for this reason. Ive been running the synthetic only for a couple years and just added a merino this season and it made a huge difference.

 

[T3clay]

What's everyone's favorite other then the Peloton, Kuiu discontinued them....

 

[ozyclint]

TUSX hunter tecton top and pants.

 

[bpurtz]

Take a look at these zip off base layer bottoms:

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[Hathcock]

I dont see the Peloton 200 zip offs on their website, I hope they didn't discontjnue them

A year or two ago I asked them when they would be getting more of the 200 bottoms and they said they were discontinued. Then this summer they showed up again and sold out pretty fast. I expect they will be back again next year.

 

[IdahoElk]

What's everyone's favorite other then the Peloton, Kuiu discontinued them....

Peloton

The Peloton line features a revolutionary innovation: Patented Primeflex® synthetic yarn. The knitted yarn fabrics are quick drying, ultralight, durable, and stretch without elastic. Water and sweat evaporate off these hydrophobic fabrics that combine wind resistance, breathability, and Makspec®...

www.kuiu.com

 

[ebubedike]

I use lightweight merino from Patagonia as base layer then I have UA cold gear that goes on top of that. Seems to work well. The key is moisture wicking base layer then a mid layer that wicks moisture but also has a loft to it meaning fleecy, fuzzy or air pockets. Most manufacturers have options. I hear the mid and heavy weight sitka layers are real nice. I prefer my mountaineering and backpacking company stuff like Patagonia or smart wool.