Complete Military ECWCS Clothing System - Scout Prepper

[@IIDASHII]

The level 2 grid fleece from this system is one of the most versatile pieces of clothing I have ever owned. I absolutely love it.

[@ivantoxie]

In the army we called it the waffle suit and we loved it.

[@tabryis]

WOW! It was damn near impossible to find a single video about each garment of clothing but your video takes the cake man!

[@dougo753]

Great review! Having lived the system for years to include in the mountains of eastern Afghanistan I can say the military actually got something right here! As you started to go into around the 24:00 minute mark it is a "system" and is meant to be configured for your needs at the moment. It's flexibility is its greatest strength, 55 degrees, light rain and you're humping it, it can configure for that. 30 degrees and you are standing around, it can configure for that. Just so it is clear you don't have to put on layer 1 then 2 then 3 then 4. I loved the near pajamas like feel of the level 4 windbreaker which you might have noticed when you unzip the side pockets they act as a vent in case it warms up while you are wearing it. The waffle pros are MUCH better than the old poly-pros and anyone who says different is just suffering from nostalgia or hasn't used the new stuff. I love my waffle top almost as much as my woobie...almost. Also last thing, most of this stuff (if you wear the proper type under shirt) is made not to melt to your skin in the event of fire and heat from things like a roadside bomb. Not something hopefully you will ever encounter but realize this isn't just some rebranded Columbia gear.

[@johncarnes2688]

For nostalgia and still unbeatable is the old m65 field jacket liner. I wore that under my gortex. Also is the old brown sweater worn under bdu/ocp top

[@guitarhiker4449]

Its a great system! I have the silk weights and the grid heavy weight. They are very warm. Recently i went to the older heavy weight poly pro's. Quarter zip just like the level 2 grids. I find them more comfortable to wear compared to the grid. Not as static as the grid either. Easy to slip on and off. Great layer for upstate NY winters. I like the heavy polys even over the level 3 fleece. The only fleece i like is tactical taylors version. I also like the level 4 wind jacket and of course the level 6 gortex although its not have as durable as the older gen 1 and gen 2 gortex. They were trying to save weight and offer more breathability with the gen 3 gortex. Something to keep in mind. But i love mix n' matching the different levels for just the right situations and temperature's. Can dial it in nicely that way. Stay safe! Hike on!

[@jakubhulanicki7101]

Just wanted to let you know this video has proven to be an informative treasure even after all these years. I'm just about to catch a beautiful price on a level 6. I had my doubts, and your video took them away. Thanks

[@harvestblades]

Great review. Living in the Colorado Rockies I see this as a great system. There is a place for all parts of the system sometimes in the same day.

[@scottmoore8080]

I watched this again. You did a great job. I’m using all of it and it works. Only item I have left is the rain suit still working on that. Great work here thank you. S

[@uncatila]

That fleece jacket is your pillow. I used it last night when the weather dropped. Took my pillow and put it on. Then I slept comfortably the rest of the night. Excellent sleep system maxemiser.

[@CoyoteWorks01]

Great video. That is the first video I have found that goes over that complete system. I got answers to a couple of questions I've had about it. Thanks for posting this!

[@dandetande288]

thank you for the time to do this!

[@Robert31352]

I use the last two levels and the the first layer long johns with my sleep system. If the temps are not too low, I sleep out of the sleeping bag, and if it drops too low, crawl in the bags. I love them for that purpose. I wear wool socks and the booties as well. It works well for me sleeping in a hammock.

[@scuzzy2142]

I just picked up the PCU system. The SF Grey set that's basically the same thing. Such a great system. Still had LVL 1,2, and 3 from my army days so that saved me some money to.

[@phillyphilhouse79]

The ninja suit and waffle long johns are the bomb. Still wear mine. I used to wear the ninja suit top on the mandatory 12 milers they had at Campbell during the winter. Sadly I only have one pair of the waffles though. Those things are the best long johns ever. Going to buy a new set whenever I go to an army base again. Ive got friends that are still in. LoL. Clothing and sales always had them in stock. I've got like 4 pairs of the ninja suit. 2 in black 2 in tan. Also have the under armour ones when I worked overseas as a pvt security contractor still in the factory wrapper. I preferred my tried and tested army gear. The company I worked for issued us some pretty good shit except for those desert boots we got. Very uncomfortable so I got a pair of Merrells.

[@spencercarney3481]

Good review sir. I live in Houston and use the silk weights and Gortex year round. Deployed to Iraq in '05 and had the fleece jacket and pants. So, it is out there...just gotta find it. It was in black with no velcro (very nice). Thanks for the review. It helped me out a bunch!

[@007cheburashka]

Level 3 is great - even though it may not be a wind blocker, still keeps me warm in light wind. Definitely be prepared to pay more if you get any color other than the standard Army ones.

[@darrendews8899]

Wow! I really got some deals then. I found and bought nearly all of what you've shown at area Goodwills. Central Kentucky.

[@taylorw3801]

I have used this in the army and it works pretty good, I like the gen 1 goretex parka top better than the gen 3, it's much warmer but bulkier. The gen 3 compared to the gen 1 in my opinion sucks as far as the goretex top goes, the rest I didn't mind using gen 3 stuff for. I found that using each layer in sequence with each other made things way too warm, and this was in -10 degree weather, I only used the fleece top with the gotrex top (the level 6 ) since you could open up the armpits for ventilation if you start to get hot. With everything on even in the field for weeks at a time we wouldn't wear everything or we would start sweating like pigs. I have put these to good use in very cold conditions and been pretty comfortable. I personally wouldn't buy all 7 layers unless i was going to alaska or ft drum or somewhere like that. We only used the goretex pants when it was freezing rain and we were going to be out for a long time. Good system all together but I only 2 layers (sometimes 3 with the poly pros base layer or the waffle top added on top of that) were ever worn by my personally. I still had the rest of it just never had the need for it.

[@scottmoore8080]

I'm late to this, but you did a real good job here. thank you.

[@joebutta7539]

ECWS III is rated to -60 fyi. Lv.1 is crucial for keeping your skin dry, wicks moisture to other outer layers. (Very very important)

[@victorsmith776]

Maine...the preppers nightmare. 90s with high humidity in the summer and can hit -30 in winter. Really hate having to prep for extreme cold since it's so bulky. but it's needed.

[@jamesranger6283]

Moon suit is not popular because it is not a combat part. It is a sit still and stay warm part. Moving around in this thing will start some serious overheating issues. But standing around and taking the freezing weather on the nose it works very well. Most I have ever really needed was the fleece and gortex tops and bottoms.

[@scottmoore8080]

I found that place for the parka, northern MN -58!

[@tomhickman1006]

Those primaloft puff jacket and pants should keep you warm anywhere in the world. They will dry while you wear them, if you get wet, they breath. Most of your gear fits this important survival function. That gear will work from Texas to Alaska.

[@Wagsquag]

What you're calling chest pockets one the L4 and L5 jackets and the pass through pockets are actually venetaltion for heat when your on the move. They aren't meant to hold anything in particular.

[@ericwitt4586]

Great video I got most of the set but would love a vest in the level 7 got the pants but like you I’ve never worn them I’ve worn all the other ones a bunch I’m in nw Georgia it gets pretty cool here I do have barter stuff if you want to get rid of the levels you don’t want . Eric.

[@bsainc6444]

thanks for saying what the primaloft layer weighs, I've been looking all over for that info

[@guitarhiker4449]

Oh and if your looking for just one layer to stsy warm under your gortex parka try the gen 1 brown bear jacket. Wow! Warm, warm over warm lol

[@toddhayslett8269]

Here is the old school system I used in 90-93 as a tanker 1.)wool blend longjohns 2.)BDU Pant, BDU Top 3.)M-65 Field Jacket 4.)US Army Mechanics Coveralls, Winter 5.)Fistail Parka with fur hood 6.)Regular PVC green wet weather gear, jacket and pants aka rain gear on your head wool watch cap and fur hood on your hands aftermarket goretex gloves on your feet aftermarket goretex boots, Danner or Materhorns, wet weather boots add ons scarf, usgi mittens, black mickey mouse boots if real cold Served me well for years but a lot of it is not fast drying like the new polertec gear and not very breathable like all the new gore tex gear. This is great gear if on a budget. Most of it is very well made if authentic USGI and a lot cheaper. I not mostly use a a layering system based on commercial gear in subdued colors like black and grey.

[@huitzplochit]

Awesome Review! Really helped me to Understand the whole Ecwcs system! Probably gonna buy some Level 6 in Multicam! Greetings from Germany! The US really put some thought into this clothing system

[@KosukiFire]

If im Medium soze, do I just order Medium across the board? Or do I order larger sizes as we go up in levels?

[@craigallen5963]

Very,very good review! Others who review gear would do well to take notes from you. I came here because when I was in SOF, we were issued the "Alpha Green" PCU system and I wanted to see,AND to see the actual components before I went dropping coin for a complete MC set. On a side note,there are actually TWO different Level 7 Alpha green jackets...the one you have, and one that is cut to fit OVER your gear,to include a pack,known as the version 1 and version 2 respectively.Also, they are making a MC level 7 jacket/pants now (Puff Suit) That I have seen floating around off-post surplus shops, made by the same makers of the level 7 Alpha Green components,"Wild Things Tactical". Just some side notes on a overall excellent review. D.O.L

[@lcdrhobiesaunders446]

Great job!

[@wgshannon112]

Does anyone have any suggestions as to where to find these items online? Thanks

[@tainosavage2169]

Can you wear with a Ghille suit??

[@working2bselfsufficient724]

I like it great review.I feel it would only be necessary for extreme weather.Like you did and said only a few of the garments are really key.Can also use cheaper price under layers ect but if it can be afforded looks and I've heard it's a great system.

[@VaderXeper]

Great review! I have many of these in multicam and UCP but it takes a years before i get all of them in Poland... especially for a resonable price :-)

[@allaspects1749]

$100 an item is excellent value not expensive when you compare to brand names like Arcteryx etc. Forget paying for a logo. Pay for a quality item. These are excellent value for the price.

[@jamesdavis5096]

Okay this is a great video and it was very helpful in making my decision on on the system I've had parts of these system before would you please make another video on the other manufacturers who do these things in non camo for the just the average user who doesn't want a camo and all the other

[@xSkyflow]

great vice! I've one but in usp. And L4 I prepare by pcu 2gen

[@jkilla9934]

That's the Generation III, right? How does it compare to the previous generations? Especially curious about the ruggedness of the LVL 6...

[@lwysparagon8109]

It uses lighter Goretex fabric than Gen I and II and sheds unnecessary weight off too. My Gen III already got a slit by sharpness of plastic box cover and the Gen I has also a slit from long storage fold. I would say all should be equal in term of ruggedness but in overall aspects I prefer Gen II most.

[@dmjazz]

I got the level 6 system both jacket and trousers for less than $130 new with tags. Legit gen III. It must have gone way down in the last year or so.

[@dmjazz]

+(T)(h)(e)(D)(u)(d)(e) Ebay!

[@dmjazz]

+Crazy Cooter I guess you can do whatever you want. I got it for bow hunting. If you had any sense whatsoever you would know the kind of value this gear is for the cost compared to the big name brands. You are obviously not old enough to recognize that though...

[@alexanderstewart3039]

Hello, could you tell me approximately what size dry bag this would all fit in, or the approximate size of it compressed? Thank you :)

[@joeyjones9041]

I think all i really need is level 1,2, &6 to go along with the standard BDU's

[@VaderXeper]

Level 5 is also great. L1 + L5 and You can forget about Yours BDU's :-)

[@AlfonsLC]

thanks good education

[@DeltaBravoOpr8r]

Thank You for this video

[@georgeburt8536]

Good job

[@tabryis]

btw there is a fleece bottom for Level 3, I've seen them. Seen them in person, he probably still has them; it was in XXL so no way was I buying them lol

[@dijjmann]

no name Hello there, I know your comment is old but I wanted to ask what kind of fleece is the level 3 bottoms made from? Is it a Berber/ Sherpa fleece material like the level 3 jacket is or is it more like the older style polartec fleece where it's a smoother surface, if u know what I mean? Anyways, I hope u see this because I would love to hear more about them and where u have seen them for sale. Thanks

[@Godspeed_Survival]

@@dijjmann this is way older but it’s not as fluffy as the jacket

[@dynamo3059]

cool stuff, not too expensive either considering. the civilian version of all this will be ALOT more

[@steelhuskers1794]

I just got levels 1-6 do u know the temp ratings ? Don't really want level 7.

[@DeltaBravoOpr8r]

Is the level 4 really water resistant?

[@ScoutPrepper]

+DeltaBravoOpr8r didn't seem to be water resistant. Maybe a little but not dedicated rain gear for sure

[@Rustyshackleford85]

I wish I had known about this sooner. I'm paying double today.

[@froginthewaves8450]

Very Neat

[@Sidneybeach875]

I wanna see you wearing all of it😂

[@nathanc.8821]

Awesome!

[@rustyshackleford5066]

found 2 of the level 2 tops for $8 a peice and i got the 2th one 50 percent off because it had lent on it lol so i walked away only paying $13

[@HannibalsSurplusReviews]

rothco isn't the military issue stuff they make same stuff but never issued to the US MILITARY....

[@rustyshackleford5066]

Codename Hannibal yup they're just an after market variant company

[@toddhayslett8269]

Rothco makes some items for the military from time to time. However I don't think I ever saw Rothco clothing items. I did see some Rothco Alice gear items back in the day. Most of the clothing I saw was Propper brand.

[@HannibalsSurplusReviews]

Todd Hayslett ive seen the brand tennier industries & orc industries. mostly on goretex gear the other stuff has no brand name on it.

[@libertyairbrushing7349]

@scoutprepper Ive been gradually buying this system. Ive been buying medium regular, but im curious for the level seven should i in your opinion get a large regular or stick with the medium regular?

[@ScoutPrepper]

+Liberty Airbrushing I did buy 1 size bigger on the level 7, but that's just my opinion

[@SoumyaSahaJishu]

thanks a lot :)

[@kurtrussell5228]

Nothing "ROTHCO" is US issue

[@audiguy1978]

Not true, I've seen them issued by individual units.

[@GruntProof]

The newer fleece is absolute garbage

[@thomaslinton1001]

Stop guessing. For example, the M65 is twenty years older than Gen I of the ECWCS. BDUs are not part of the ECWCS. You have good info but the clear errors weaken your credibility.

[@WilliamR8]

Sorry Scout, but fuck that shit. Go to a Army/Navy Surplus Store and get the old poly-pro's and stuff. This new system sucks.