First Lite Kiln 250 Merino Base Layers Review | Crew Shirt + Long John

The First Lite Kiln is a 250-weight merino wool hunting base layer. This mid weight base layer is 95% merino wool which is made of fine fibers that are soft and not itchy, warm without bulk, fast drying, thermally regulating, and odor controlling. This is one of the best hunting base layers I have ever used, it keeps me warm and dry in the early season, mid-season, and late season. If it is really cold outside, I will wear the First Lite Furnace 350 over top of it. This is an in-depth review of this great piece of hunting gear.
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First Lite Kiln Long John: firstlite.pxf.io/LXMLVo
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The Kiln comes in numerous colors from solids to sophisticated camouflage patterns. It comes in a crew, quarter zip, and even a hoodie. The long Johns are easy to walk in, very comfortable, and provide great mobility. I also tested the First Lite Kiln against Cabela's E.C.W.C.S, the Icebreaker Merino 200, SITKA Gear Merino Core Lightweight 120, Patagonia Capilene, and Under Armour ColdGear. I also discuss the way to get rid of the sheep smell that some merino wool layers come with. #turkeyhunting #deerhunting #duckhunting
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[@terryclark9603]

Yes it is great stuff. On a cold winter day to have on. Terry Clark in Alabama 73s

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

This one has become my go to, I wear it almost every time I go into the woods unless its really cold and then I wear the 350. Works great across temperatures.

[@midwestoutdoorsman]

first lite is amazing my favorite hunting clothing company hands down. As someone who's around 6 foot 4, they are actually cut long enough for me which is rare.

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Yea, I've been very impressed with their stuff so far. Things just fit and move so well.

[@D_Boone]

FYI: First Lite sale ends today, but Kiln products are all 20-30% off, along with a ton of other products.

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Really? I should have posted this video sooner! lol.

[@crog2003]

Great job George! I have the 250 long johns and the 150 shirt. I love them. My absolute favorite base layer. Even bought my sister and mom 250 long sleeves shirts. I wear mine for hunting, skiing, shoveling, etc. I've even used my 150 on hikes in the fall. It wicks sooooo well. Keep up the awesome work work, love tuning into to the pod

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Thank you so much! I have been considering getting the 150. Maybe next season, gotta build up the cash reserves some lol. I did get a Sitka Merino 120 as a Christmas present this past year. I plan on doing a review for that soon. But the First Lite is actually more comfortable.

[@mikehobbs7421]

I rock a wick long sleeve, kiln long John, kiln hoody, cold weather first lite socks. For tree stand hunting I wear all that under my solitude jacket and bibs set. And then for active hunts I wear those base layers with the corrugated foundry pants and uncompahgre foundry jacket. Best technical hunting cloths on the planet imo

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

They make great stuff, and I'd like to get more of it!

[@fowllab]

The Furnace model is extremely warm and comfortable and in my experience more suited if your doing a lot of sitting. Will be getting the Kiln model for this coming season. And the reason I purchased the Furnace last year, was due to your reviews on these. Good job.

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Thank you so much! I am glad you liked the furnace as much as I do!

[@richardwysocki8300]

Looks great! Really fits you well, too.

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Thanks!

[@bent5434]

Keep it up!

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Thank you!

[@Patricksadie67]

What size top is that you’re wearing? Do they seem to be a snug or relaxed fit?

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

I'm wearing a large. It's relaxed.

[@AhhBeejams]

You ever use the Kiln as a midlayer?

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Never have so far. I don't have anything that feels better as a next to skin layer than this so far.

[@jeffbarris8172]

Hi George. I think I'm going to bite the bullet and get me a set of merino base layer this season, are merino products created equal? God bless you and go get them in the marsh.

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Hi Jeff, the good news is that I have not seen many brands making cheap quality merino. Some only give you like 20% merino, which I don't think is worth playing with. You want 85% or more if you are paying that much. I think First Lite makes the best merino base layers in the business but I have not worn all of them from all the top companies. There are lots of folks out there that make good ones like Smart Wool, Sitka, Icebreaker, and more.

[@jeffbarris8172]

@@TheNewHuntersGuide thanks guys, sounds like first lite has it right, that's what I will go with

[@zackadams419]

Would you say these are good for sitting in a tree stand down into the teens? Debating on these or the furnace. I can’t afford both sets lol

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

In the teens, I would get the furnace. These are better for when you are moving, or warmer days. I started with the furnace, and did a video ok them. A year or two later I added these to the mix. But I would probably go with the furnace for those conditions.

[@brycekime5285]

Does the velcro eyebrows come with the purchase?

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Ha, who says that in a KZbin comment?

[@FMyers123]

You wearing them next to skin?

[@TheNewHuntersGuide]

Yes indeed.