Zip-off 3/4 Long John Suggestions

[Gooden123]

What is going on with these companies discontinuing 3/4 length light zip off long johns??

*Kuiu 145 - sold out
*Kuiu 97 - disco'd
*First Lite - doesn't make the wick (150) in zip off
*GoHunt Basin - sold out and not 3/4 anyway. 160 weight I believe.

Seeking any and all suggestions around 150 gsm 3/4 length zip off bottoms. If they don't check all those boxes, I already have them.

 

[Bump79]

These came to mind... but honestly I wouldn't get them. I had the fleece version of this and it was extremely uncomfortable and the seam rubbed bad. Best part of it was they refuse to lost any negative reviews.

Tahr Merino 3/4 Zip Bottom

The ideal fabric for base layers, merino naturally regulates body heat in cold and warm temps. Softer than cotton, but it doesn’t absorb water. Performs like a poly blend, but doesn’t trap odor. The CORDURA® Merino intimate blend is surprisingly durable and comfortable.

www.canisathlete.com

 

[dreamingWest]

Outdoor Vitals has a 200 GSM option that should be a good all-rounder. I've only worn them on one archery elk hunt so far.

 

[mtnrunner260]

If you can wait for the 145 Kuiu to be back in stock? I'm on my second pair and am happy with them.

 

[Gooden123]

If you can wait for the 145 Kuiu to be back in stock? I'm on my second pair and am happy with them.

Well yes. And no. They're saying September but I have a pretty active archery hunt in Alaska the last 2 weeks of August. I'll be fine with what I have but never dreamed this would be a hard product to aquire lol

 

[mtnrunner260]

Well yes. And no. They're saying September but I have a pretty active archery hunt in Alaska the last 2 weeks of August. I'll be fine with what I have but never dreamed this would be a hard product to aquire lol

Dang. That is a much longer wait time than I would have expected!

@Gooden123 There's 3 options with varying availability at Blackovis.

Men's Performance Hunting Base & Mid Layers Clothing

Mens base & mid layers crafted for active hunters seeking reliable warmth, moisture control, and all-day comfort in changing conditions.

www.blackovis.com

 

[Gooden123]

Dang. That is a much longer wait time than I would have expected!

@Gooden123 There's 3 options with varying availability at Blackovis.

Men's Performance Hunting Base & Mid Layers Clothing

Mens base & mid layers crafted for active hunters seeking reliable warmth, moisture control, and all-day comfort in changing conditions.

www.blackovis.com

Thanks I'll check them out! The worst part is I ordered the 145 zip over winter by mistake not knowing they were 3/4 length. Then I got the Crispi Hunter boots and it made a lot more sense.

 

[doverpack12]

Peloton 97 was the very best I’ve found. Wish I had bought a spare before they went away.
After using the peloton I’ve deemed all merino versions pointless, heavy, underperformers.
I either have the 97s on or just pants of various weights from August through No ember in western Montana

Have you looked at SG Helio? I had the original and didn’t like them but the new version with grid fleece looks much better

 

[Gooden123]

Peloton 97 was the very best I’ve found. Wish I had bought a spare before they went away.
After using the peloton I’ve deemed all merino versions pointless, heavy, underperformers.
I either have the 97s on or just pants of various weights from August through No ember in western Montana

Yeah just from a little research on here I could immediately see the Peleton 97 was the cats meow and something truly unique to Kuiu and special. It's mind blowing they would disco something that great.

I have peleton 200 and 240 jackets. They're probably my favorite pieces but all my bases are still merino. FL, Kuiu, Smartwool...

 

[Sinistram]

I was gonna say the Kuiu 145'a but see they're sold out. I bought a set last summer and love them. I did look at the King's Camo version. Seems nice but a touch heavier weight.

 

[Gooden123]

I was gonna say the Kuiu 145'a but see they're sold out. I bought a set last summer and love them. I did look at the King's Camo version. Seems nice but a touch heavier weight.

Yeah unfortunately King's are 260 I think. This seems like such a weird thing for nobody to have 2 months before most big game seasons are in full swing

 

[K_pem]

Crazy to me that KUIU d/c'd the 97's...

 

[Gooden123]

Crazy to me that KUIU d/c'd the 97's...

Yeah it's really disappointing. I like the peleton 200 and 240 jackets I have. There's so much positivity on here about the 97s that it would be a no brainer for me.

What's even wilder to me is they don't have anything remotely close in stock 2 months before nationwide archery season busts open.

 

[K_pem]

Yeah, that is a crazy point as well, but I think anymore it's hard for companies to keep stuff in stock.

Have you searched the used market for them much? Idk that there is a better all around zip off bottom than the 97's... I'd pick up a used pair before something new from elsewhere

 

[Samson7x]

Sitka makes the merino 330 in 3/4 length. They are warm though so better suited for later season.

 

[Gooden123]

@K_pem used is my next move but I'm a medium so I'm not optimistic. Going to try the Kuiu buy/sell Facebook group.

@samsoholt yeah that's too warm. I need something for active hunting in mild to cold conditions. Thanks though!

 

[K_pem]

Those 330s are nice but yeah definitely a bit heavier and warmer.

I wouldn't hesitate to jump up to a L if you had to, I am a medium waist for sure but went with a Large for the leg room and they arent that far off in sizing w/ the velcro adjustments

 

[Gooden123]

Those 330s are nice but yeah definitely a bit heavier and warmer.

I wouldn't hesitate to jump up to a L if you had to, I am a medium waist for sure but went with a Large for the leg room and they arent that far off in sizing w/ the velcro adjustments

Good point! Kuiu is all over the map with pants sizing anyway. I might be a large. I'm a stick but I'm 6'1.

 

[Gooden123]

@ ya'll

I think I found the best possible option. If you read the description on these, 'short' sounds like 3/4 length. 160 gsm mostly Merino and they zip off

https://shop.gohunt.com/products/gohunt-basin-merino-bottom?variant=44215319920834

 

[Roonatic]

Here's to hoping my Kuiu 97's last forever. It sucks to hear they are discontinued