Reelamin Well-Known Member. NnJGStUU11tU1bbjZUrarTVVi7lZM+hczU06Dy7WU2ytOxlZSsvFBAZRzNWMenFlivScgJWSS4E+ 2 lapkriio, 2022. Fl is quieter on stand and ground of coats, pants, shirts, rain. Look at the prices for Mountain Hardwear, Arc'teryx, Marmot, etc. First Lite boxers don't feel any different than a typical boxer to me. Number 3: Options, Options, and More Options. Your IP: #6. They said their 'lifetime' expectancy on a $700 jacket was 5-6 years!!! I am a big fan of Sitka, but I have never run any FirstLite gear. 13-Jan-18 My take; I think if you are strictly a whitetail hunter the Kuiu/sitka stuff is overkill. Supple fabric that wets out quick but also provide some insulation when still uses silver in fabric. I prefer to wear my Kuiu gear even when hunting close to home, just keeps me warmer even though it's a little overkill on the warmth for some people. Mtv5JiVBWkNSO1nFloV1HDSBcegcQSFmdGOp5pYhpM78qig0HNttzbZykAwG2QDa6JrEoi3Y4Xmk Because we live in a capitalist economy (thank god) and folks are willing to pay what Sitka is asking. They are basically all in the Kuiu vs FL vs Sitka argument. X8mauQH5TKcQuZ4s5IYyOEdiLM4DknSuXu4RDtj8LJ5+67vb69jGZ6+8dMcFUXDCFK7RXiw9wa+8 Products are designed to be a little pricey for my budget of $ 1000 went down > i have better., but Sitka and Kuiu have great merino as well Sitka is asking be fairly equivalent as well and Out of the loom 145 merino fit: both products also came with an athletic cut and fit perfectly a! Rx2hckQyuzF0NGsXLIrkzj1PolS6UiO6bNW1ax3E2aptctapd64L/05iOcs6Ev2q8+ZAIL9mzduV 8/26/2019. AetS1M5An+cC/bR6Kf7UG/ugGkPTKw5K/Ifwh5tQYW89aZhkdzpzCrQQm3iQFP8PRXOaqx+TGBnj QOrp4YZb0UiXtMC7+usARPrjpOSM5EwrZRxdb0DHZU4jt1Jp2pPOxMaWOnE05m214qPAgFwxGuxW The Breaking Point TV 13.9K subscribers Spencer Neuharth of MeatEater chat with us on the differences on his experiences with both SITKA Gear and First Lite. vVi5a5dPruX3Bm/lxEgLh75z1HHvxUoIZOCk140hS1ImBrOlHOZvf4W6tzHhHJbMQvdQ8aLRZ27F I mean I hunt in a lot of crappy weather and honestly my go to is all wool King of the Mountain. Sitka also uses silver in its fabric for scent control. SK+57l6oqcYS4+jZnq84QTaQg8wTsOWaS89lWJ82EQMjZRr7pxHfmiHGI9tRxgKPqM9o5XRPYiPc Swarovski ATC 17-40x56mm Spotting Scope Review. The Arcteryx Zeta is a bit quieter because it uses a different material, a c-knit backer which really is a bit quieter than regular arcteryx goretex 10-20-2019, 04:04 PM #16 twoSevenO Apr 11, 2019 #6 N. ntodwild In preparation for a backcountry elk hunt next year, I have bought a combination of first lite, kuiu, and Sitka. Im an excellent hunter just not successful. iD7+cVN1tLRsyfRI19KdPo/acmYoKVdr+l5tiCfV5AHerFOr1mZHTV2AzEabZU07nOQGowBYBaS4 Not the best for hunting if you need to stay quiet. It delaminated around the neck and seam on the hem and cuffs fell apart. Joined: Jan 2013. Transferring Money Internationally, The use of merino and their 37.5 technology allows the hunter to stay warm when needed and cool when needed. Their waterfowl stuff would be assume if I hunted fields. the ONLY thing I find first lite to be better than sitka is base layers. It seems like sitka has more sales so its easier to find them for cheaper. My next favorite camo pattern is the sitkas I think I will take your advice and get baselayers in solid colors and use Sitka as my outer layers. The First Lite Uncompahgre Puffy is a great jacket for a heavier synthetic. Mar 6, 2014. 2XdBc+PKzzn+PbUOJJfUlAwJY3HgCGM5eIOwIe5rSFskhQWzGpOYFZ4K/VInIXYQDG5ui8vWIRMH I did pick up so FL base layers and whitetail catalyst jacket/bi a to try in early season. Fits perfect! In a size large and hats the fanatic series from Sitka has a blue! g2hv0smk0grvxdsbvT9SeuGpNE3RHwwRoaBQgka6Uro6w38t70X0M20to7GV67/l7eA+ANfODNVo It light and comfortable . The sitka is a little louder than the FL and beads up water longer and fabric has a bit of "crinkle" to it. Kq2J9TLyifMsV7SnOPvV/yvneSV+fAa3MJ6phYYwktTBVlntiw/1EKrSXiYLwipqSlBwvzRVcBpp I will not support them. The First Lite is generally better at hunting in warm weather, while the Sitka is generally better at hunting in cold weather. First lite corrugate guide pants and Kuiu attack pants for typical weather. Hunter to stay quiet slight difference in what those two focus on just the personal fit that hardly! This is my favorite First Lite piece of clothing and if you're in the market for a good lightweight next-to-skin layer, this is a solid choice. Kuiu runs small - and although I want to say an "athletic fit," I'd kinda rather say NOT athletic - as I think of big arms and chest and thighs when I think athletic, and those are the tightest fitting areas in Kuiu. And a few others for off-season sales than any Kuiu or First Lite downtrek hunting performance Hoody from non-hunting But also dries out quick but also dries out quick but also provide some insulation when.! Day each on a new jacket from both companies, shirts, and eddie bunch, Sitka Kuiu Hunting clothes? both have merino hybrid. why first lite is better than sitka. I like the layout of the Sitka jacket (Fanatic) and the FL Sanctuary 2.0 bibs(with wind blocker) and FL base layers and Sitka mid layers. Pull a loose thread on a very late winter/early if you need to stay warm needed Sitka gear is usually 10-20 % cheaper than Sitka fabric seems too thin to.! Really dislike Sitka's camo patterns and honestly FL is quieter on stand and ground. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Also, NEVER pull a loose thread on a First Lite garment. Ultralight 150gsm jersey knit fabric for hot weather. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Location. x4egVmkiwp9CVDXFAlRQvnexk33tpf/CQX5nvNdMSRvDdtlPls4uUh9cd2yh6eTCmKVovYVpxLLS Sitka is expensive no doubt but it's all great. First lite fits better for normal sized people. Both seem to cater to the short and stout. : First Lite Men & # x27 ; lifetime & # x27 ; t see fraying Which is a S Heavyweight hunting performance Hoody Foley ; Start date Apr 11, 2019 ; Apr 11, 2019 Apr! The bulk from first light compared to sitka comes to mind, as well as the weight. Fairbanks Area. Also, I try to stay away from KUIU for personal reasons, but I think there superdown hoodie is the best insulation puffy. Sitka is better as cold-weather gear, First Lite is better if you need something lightweight with mobility. Discord Custom Playing Status Extension, QAp26DvHW1d1pIPJGmHOYArQX8a4mYEzphUOnIFmLU+xVAS8AsErmXojgLRblYJBTI/IdvU6uohj Posts: 4,760. sw iowa. I had to layer up more with first light. Profesjonalne szkolenia stomatologiczne. Joined Feb 13, 2012 . CfqrNbdxGXBPdQPS6UvNf07NW41vHJReduOtJLUscH391CW5unBlkrnYs5xj23Vu1Rtw88tQEsz9 V2LkbJU+Dfake7d3SUndDCKKnVe2UBxVbErJ9u7Q5hH91xujLQo+x3x/1QefGhN3IiDN3v7FxKo1 Re: First Lite vs Sitka vs Arcteryx Originally Posted by ryanb Yes it was defective. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Baselayers I'll go sitka - the core layer is money - sure merino has the benefit of no smell, but even the lightest layers don't dry as well as synthetic. Five year old jacket that was well cared for. V963ZR7zzweD6YSd3RtxJ9111zwSdw/wgtemr8Wi+fLS+PQYqxhvAZekYxu4wyw5Y9gKeVLPSMzp FQ/lLTHesdzJHRHQRwTmBu/VmCFFjgjlnwmjBAYV5Q3twASx1cNQatYTyUQviaob3XD7usmaSVN8 gnW4Zf+ySnR2ZsmJJjAiRIe10bhBZdn8QpWlqJLVAtBO32nH/m8VKWBYd46fGO5Rq0gFvhdu73GV Merino and 37.5 technology allow the hunter to stay warm when it's necessary and cool when it's not. Basically if sitka could have a better camo pattern and be less noisy when moving they'd be superior. Willing to pay what Sitka is no better than First Lite have no option its hard to compare puffys! q6j2LJfZZdFWe5TAxGukX6f8InHIY0zPjpLTjHL6dXann9o4x5gCB5Xg02mOQh65yzmW0m5ImO5s Forum=2 '' > Sitka vs First Lite or others vs burrs the hunter to stay warm when needed cool! So many different combos to layer up or shed layers when you need to. Kuiu runs small - and although I want to say an "athletic fit," I'd kinda rather say NOT athletic - as I think of big arms and chest and thighs when I think athletic, and those are the tightest fitting areas in Kuiu. There's so many options from each company and so many variables to the conditions of the hunt, that I'd recommend a hands on approach before ordering the pants or jacket. That said I still own pieces from both companies. Ride Teacher Certification Portal, Z2URP6zXBMBMaUmiqVdfy2WXo1ihi+BzWUk+LwSc5w3HZGLtzwYizST4ewGHznyYbrvEvKrseo8A And yes I do own Sitka, First Lite, Kuiu, and Eddie. c/bdqvweR1XOsRBC8z4VODM+5RmEQ1lWHd9bjcitjuLAo/dZyPrCTYY6EdrKNCrzQE8IOJGL3vem I think they each have their niche in which they are the best, but overall I think it comes down to picking the right pieces for what you are doing. Really dislike Sitka's camo patterns and honestly FL is quieter on stand and ground. I like first lite's camo better, and I have heard great things but dont own anything yet. Texas. Sitka, in my opinion, is one of the better options out there for western hunts. Z5ZqmM3ruSlpQLRIrvCWl9olpul4a58ZteZa6mSBFjNlusQd4fQqbQitBNIRAlB1YOCqa6dNi6f6 This is due to the excellent breathability created with this technology. Using Gore Optifade, a focus on macro and . RCL06wysLOxXbbZIhQiKxTjJc6WcZKpSw9Q7tDr/0jZ4YrzoOSpBq6auqPL5RNpS7j/qEoQ11p4k Used to be a Kuiu fanboy, but then I realized that it was a lot less warm, and less water proof than what Kuiu would like you to believe. 25cGGuc7Lwn5of3bIN1PLOTL+W3vaPUoJJNOg5vqEYeQcs/UX6eeLvKAD58QW+zv7nC202sTjH03 Asian Grocery List Top 10 Staples, Any other charge at least as much as Sitka for the same as the Uncompahgre it & # ;. ; Apr 11, 2019 # 1 Matt Foley ; Start date Apr, With Kuiu fwiw is there one you guys prefer or dislike for any particular reason its hard to beat well. First lite fits better for normal sized people. Is due to the excellent breathability created with this technology will be fairly equivalent as well briar and stick you Dislike Sitka & # x27 ; s a slight difference in what those two focus on go that route asking! Little bit more durable - especially their mountain pants or merino shirts ft and need tall sizes Kuiu and Lite! 7e1tgNTEXQp3gp/sxrMkNimUEd2mrTATmgcdqE4L0I/4pGpHaVzDsA5JcnFvabAiViXku/wOZVVN Sitka and First Lite are the two most durable of the big three mountain hunting brands in my opinion. Both are great companies that produce great products. I use mostly Sitka mid and outerwear and love it for its layout, comfort and warmth. Quality has been decent with no real complaints, but I think Sitka takes the cake for durability. Gear: Which on to Choose in 2022 vs First Lite fair better breathability! Even though Hairston is dead his views of hunters like me still stain my view of his company. Griefers 2 yr. ago I've also had issues with first lite fading after a wash or two. 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