Mike from MO
FNG
If this has already been discussed, please kindly link me and I will be happy to read the existing discussion...
Getting ready for a 1st rifle in CO. I am typically very warm, especially while at all active, so my expected standard setup for hiking around during the day will be a 200g merino base with a Kuiu axis softshell. I think that combo will keep me warm into the 20s while active without significant wind. I have a Kenai jacket for stationary glassing periods, but don't expect I will ever be wearing it while on the move as I will bake.
My question is, I am looking to also bring a vest, for the early morning hike in, the late evening hike out, or if it temps are way below "normal" I could potentially be hiking around in it for periods. Also, if it is really cold I could use it in addition to the Kenai for stationary periods glassing.
Given that description, should I be looking at a simple fleece vest, or a puffier down-type vest? Kuiu peloton, Kuiu kenai, FL uncompahgre were all obvious potential ones, but I am also looking to maybe just score a cheap deal on something from sierra.com as this will never be used as outerwear while hunting, so something that could also get casual use would be a bonus.
Any help or guidance on the difference/utility of the vests mentioned above or in general is appreciated. Both of the Kuiu vests are the same weight (8.4oz), and the FL vest is almost 5oz heavier (13). I don't care about the weight difference, but does the extra weight make the FL warmer? Both Kuiu vests weighing the same has me confused.
Thank you.
Getting ready for a 1st rifle in CO. I am typically very warm, especially while at all active, so my expected standard setup for hiking around during the day will be a 200g merino base with a Kuiu axis softshell. I think that combo will keep me warm into the 20s while active without significant wind. I have a Kenai jacket for stationary glassing periods, but don't expect I will ever be wearing it while on the move as I will bake.
My question is, I am looking to also bring a vest, for the early morning hike in, the late evening hike out, or if it temps are way below "normal" I could potentially be hiking around in it for periods. Also, if it is really cold I could use it in addition to the Kenai for stationary periods glassing.
Given that description, should I be looking at a simple fleece vest, or a puffier down-type vest? Kuiu peloton, Kuiu kenai, FL uncompahgre were all obvious potential ones, but I am also looking to maybe just score a cheap deal on something from sierra.com as this will never be used as outerwear while hunting, so something that could also get casual use would be a bonus.
Any help or guidance on the difference/utility of the vests mentioned above or in general is appreciated. Both of the Kuiu vests are the same weight (8.4oz), and the FL vest is almost 5oz heavier (13). I don't care about the weight difference, but does the extra weight make the FL warmer? Both Kuiu vests weighing the same has me confused.
Thank you.