My 2021 Kuiu Gear System

In this video, Jeff breaks down his 2021 Kuiu gear system. Jeff talks about his favorite pieces from the past few years and describes why these particular items make up his current layering system.
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[@Meyou-gp7mn]

Great video. Like Jimmy J said always nice to hear about the products out there. Would say that looking at the puffy jackets and what both sitka and Kuiu wanted for them left me with some sticker shock. So I bought a Decathlon Trek 100. Its only like 80 bucks and its dang warm and it leaves a whole lot of cash still in my wallet. Keep up the good work

[@burkejones8277]

I am glad they came out with the "regular" inseam. I passed on the Attack pants until they came out with that. I love them.

[@Russuscitate]

I have the new Chugach TR Jacket/Pant, hooded peloton fleece 97, strong fleece hybrid 210 zipt, attack pants, kenai beanie, axis gloves, ultra merino 145 balaclava, kuiu air mesh flex fit hat. All in Valo and love every piece. 6'3" 210 and XL fits perfectly layered or by itself. Plan on adding the Kenai jacket/pant, Guide DCS hooded jacket and pant, strong fleece 260, 97 fleece zip off pant. All in Valo. Highly recommend if it can wait to purchase all kuiu gear when it has a 15-40% sale on it. Most stuff does throughout the year. As for the Down layers, I'm hesitant on buying it as I can find stuff similar for half the price and same performance. I've tried alot of gear and Kuiu imo is hard to beat at its price point and if you buy it at 25% off even better.

[@emtbxl4212]

That 260 strong fleece hoody is awesome. It is my go to in NW Oregon

[@michaelyanni4422]

Yes this was good I enjoyed back in March or would it be in 2020 when you did the initial switch to Kuiu I still think the axis set together would be the best. That’s what I just orderedThanks again great video

[@ericb.4358]

I somehow lost a good LL Bean Gore-Tex parka on tn elk hunting trip so I'll likely get the KATANA rain parka. My other layering is stuff is already "dialed in" after years of hunting and being both a Nordic (XC ski) and alpine ski patroller for 12 years. Part of that layering gear is a KUIU merino hoodie. But usually I use that hoodie for sleeping in cooler weather. The hood really helps to get good night's sleep.

[@Swearengen1980]

I love Kuiu gear, but my one issue with them is their limited camo options. They could do better for us east coasters.

[@michaelmaggio5915]

Thanks for the video. I am following your lead on Kuiu gear.

[@PNWild]

Welcome aboard! you wont regret it

[@kee7678]

Great reviews and info! Thanks much!!

[@PNWild]

Thank you!!

[@20cameron1]

The axis pants and jacket are on my list to get. One thing I noticed between the guide and axis jacket/pants: axis is wind proof and has waterproof panels as well as being water resistant.

[@PNWild]

I noticed that too while shopping, I haven’t noticed any significant difference between the two.

[@BC_Hunter]

Love my Axis gear!

[@zukieast]

Nice video... I love the Kuiu gear. However, for those of us a little older and larger I really wish Kuiu made larger sizes. The Jackets/shirts fit, but pants are out of the question with the largest size going up to 42. Would really love for them to start making larger clothing. We do hunt outside of the truck/ATV/SxS.

[@PNWild]

Yeah the sizing is a little off but I love the gear for sure

[@saggot420son]

Love kuiu, and my 260 is crucial in my kit as well

[@PNWild]

Love it!

[@rpwattee]

Good video mate Do you ever top layer the whole lot like your puffer , strong fleece and and guide jacket ? I have all the bits you have but get abit confused how to layer properly

[@anthonyowen]

Dude, if you can spend over $1k on hunting clothes you can go get your pants hemmed, LOL. I have the same problem, 32" inseam. My wife pinned the hem, they disappeared for two days and reappeared in my closet. Problem solved.

[@justinhinkle7522]

I agree I am a 31-32 find a good seamstress who you trust I have 5 pair hemmed them all for 10 bucks a piece best thing I ever did

[@MrTdacosta]

I agree. Just bring the pants to a tailor to get the pants shortened. I’m 5’8” and like yourself, I have to get my pants shortened or else I’ll be stepping on the bottoms.

[@PNWild]

Hahahaha your not wrong! I’ll probably have that done this off season.

[@Balonishell]

Awesome photos

[@PNWild]

thank you!

[@FATBIKEHUNTER]

Love my KUIU. I use very similar pieces as you. I am in Central WA and am glad you guys roped in Samong to join you! Good luck on your voice as it was distracting. LOL

[@PNWild]

Hahaha I’m sorry!

[@HunterRx_]

How loud are the axis pants? I have a pair of the talus and feel they are too loud for slow hunting the timber. Attack pants are quiet enough but not warm enough for late season hunts.

[@xBobby]

Who builds kuiu products? I’m stuck between kuiu or Sitka. I’m just wondering who puts in more R&D into there products

[@Beardandgun]

Nice mate, gotta love the 260

[@PNWild]

Love that thing!

[@Beardandgun]

@@PNWild just compared my old one with a new one that my dad got, jezzzz I need a new one

[@kengustafson2800]

Thanks for the video. Good stuff. How would you compare the 260 Strongfleece to the Peloton 240 full zip hoody? Been waiting on the 240 to come back in stock but am intrigued by your review of the 260.

[@PNWild]

Personally I’d choose the 260 strongfleece over the 240 peloton every single Time. The 260 is a better piece for layering Underneath jackets and puffys etc. Nothing really against the 240 but I just found it not continuously not making my kit. As for the 260 it IS a staple to my layering system. Hope that helps a little.

[@stuartfarms]

Good review, well done. Did you use the Kuiu base layer merino products at all? How about the Kuiu Guide pants? Thanks for the info on the super down jacket, I've been waffling because of the price but you've convinced me they are worth it. What boots do you like? I have a set of Irish Setter Elk Trackers I'm trying this year

[@kee7678]

They JUST had a huge sale and it was on sale for first time ever. For boots, my all time very very fav boots ever... Schnees Amazing quality and comfort . I got the Beartooths.

[@JimmyJusa]

Great video, with so many companies out now its hard to know where to spend your money. It would be interesting to see a comparison between a handful of brands for similar jackets or pants, their prices, and durability. Kuiu vs Sitka vs kings vs kryptek vs ?

[@PNWild]

I’ve personally warn Kuiu Sitka and Firstlite all make great gear.

[@sav300]

Jimmy I would highly recommend you invest in a pair of each comparable product from the big three if your in debate on the brands. Kuiu, Sitka, and First Lite. They are all amazing! The only thing that separates them for myself is the fit and feel. I have owned about every brand under the sun and will say that Kuiu and Sitka are by far the best out there, in my opinion. Absolutely amazing clothing. Tough, warm, dry, cool, they breathe, weight, and overall quality. I have a pair of attack pants from Kuiu that are 6yrs old and I’ll continue to wear them for another 5!! I’ll just put it straight forward…there is no comparison to kryptek, kings, underarmour, mossyoak, and Cabela’s. I have them all, it’s what I started with. I will never purchase them again after owning Kuiu and Sitka if I want my moneys worth. But I will also say they aren’t terrible. They fit my budget at the time and I could buy more clothing per dollar. Period. But I wore them out in a year or two if hunting. Hope this helps ya!

[@kee7678]

@@sav300 I agree 100% with all of that. I've gone now more towards Kuiu, for lighter gear and the latest fabric technology...and I've found...to be less $ overall as well. There are a few Sitka items that I prefer however, but overall i'm 90% new going with Kuiu.

[@alexutley3207]

What size is your 260 Strongfleece? What are your dimensions? Do you recommend sizing up with this?

[@PNWild]

I got XL, I’m 5”9 190 but I do like my stuff a bit baggier although some tops in xl are a bit to big for me but the strong fleece in xl is perfect for me

[@stevefaculakiii55]

Jeff, Since you have had both, can you tell me any difference in fit between the Guide jacket and Axis jacket. I tried the Axis and it seemed a bit athletic fit and not as easy to layer under as my Jetstream from Sitka. Is the guide jacket like the axis or a bit roomier standard fit like the Jetstream? TY

[@kee7678]

They're towars the athletic fit in general and I'd say very close to the Axis and might wanna go up a size.

[@cartersmith8329]

Love all my kuiu gear so far. Looking at getting a pair of attack pants. How loud are they? I’m heard they are one of the louder pants

[@PNWild]

They are very quiet! Definitely recommend

[@ERODCUSTOMS]

Samong Outdoors Brought me here New Subscriber to your channel 👍

[@PNWild]

Welcome! Thanks so much. God bless Samong!

[@1776carpediem]

Great video! Did you like the axis or guide jacket better?? I’m here in Idaho, have about $1600 in Kuiu clothes and packs all in Verde. I’ve been wanting to get a set of Axis pants and Jacket in Valo or Vias but I can’t decide.

[@PNWild]

Man it’s such a tossup! I really don’t think you’d be upset with either jacket, I go back and forth on this all the time haha. but if I absolutely had to pick…. I’d probably say guide.

[@kee7678]

The Axis will be a bit warmer and more waterproof. I have the pants and their my favs in colder weather for sure. If you're in the snow, man it's hard to beat the Valo as it just seems to vanish esp with trees around too.

[@aaronbrown9180]

do you layer a base thermal set to start with the attack pant in late season? or you're skipping that layer?

[@PNWild]

Depends on how cold it is, but in Idaho this year 9 degrees I did use a base layer under the attack pants and axis pants.

[@aaronbrown9180]

@@PNWild yeeeesh!!! I'm on the east coast. I don't think I'll ever be in those temps with this system. I'm trying to figure out my layering for early season to mid. My late season gear is all scentinel silent hide stuff.

[@matthewm3930]

Is your super down pro loose fitting or pretty snug? I ordered a 2XL but it’s more snug than my normal jackets.

[@sav300]

Mine fits loose. Ordered my normal size and it fits well over my guide jacket when glassing.

[@PNWild]

It’s fairly loose fitting, I could fit them over my bino harness.

[@dylanW50]

What’s your thoughts on giving a brand like Kryptek a try? Not bashing Kuiu by any means. Love your guys’ content!

[@feyrband]

I can vouch for the Vellus stuff in Ohio mid-late season. I got these used at a great price and can't complain.

[@PNWild]

Nothing against kryptek, just never tried them, and honestly I just don’t like their camo patterns hahah, as childish as that sounds.

[@dylanW50]

@@PNWild I understand that. I really like their new obskura. Have a great day!

[@theflyerpr40d]

Hello, About the Guide DCS vs Axis I looked at them as well pretty hard and ended with the Axis only because it have waterproof panels in some areas. The weight difference I think is mostly the collar design and extra pockets on the Guide DCS not sure if that would equal more insulation/warmer. But sometimes I regret not giving the Guide DCS a try. I like the design with extra pocket just was not sure how much windproof it would had been. Can you do a test blow air through the fabric and see how easy it pass if any. Placing the lips on the fabric creating a seal and blow. That supposed to simulate a 20mph wind. On the Axis is super hard to pass air with that test. Thanks.

[@LeoParsi11]

Hey dude , thanks for the vid. Got a question for you. I am starting hunting and wanted to get full Clothing set. Was debating between sitka and kuiu. What do you recommend since you had both. Appreciate it

[@PNWild]

100% go Kuiu man, thanks for watching

[@LeoParsi11]

@@PNWild thanks bro

[@patlsmith404]

AUsome video...have to share with my friends that live in Alaska 6 mos and here in Alabama 6 mos. went Salmon fishing on Kenai. Most AUsome trip for a 68 yr old woman. Ready for more so def interested in this gear. They come in women’s? Thanks...keep it up.🇺🇸❤️😎🎣

[@PNWild]

They make a few women’s pieces yes! Thanks for watching! And yes please share with your friends!!

[@themilkdud8515]

I do not understand how you can make it on two layers for your legs at 9 degrees lol. It’s like 26 degrees and I have 5 layers on my legs lol

[@nicholasfreund5419]

How dose the camo work for waterfowl

[@PNWild]

Love it

[@AnglerAnthony]

Hey brotha what pants are you wearing in the thumbnail?

[@kelseyferny9793]

Love my kuiu gear. I live on the west coast of bc in Canada. The guide coat kept me bone dry this year threw some nasty rain. Great video but That neon light hum sound in the background drives me nuts.

[@PNWild]

Thank you! I think it was my damn space heater…. Didn’t notice it until I was editing my apology! I’ll clean that up going forward!

[@nmhvactech5474]

260 vs 240 vs 210 for SW moderate temp zone

[@PNWild]

Solid idea

[@nmhvactech5474]

I live and hunt in the high desert of New Mexico and for the most part we have a mild fall and winter. Average day time highs of around 45-50. The mornings can be cold low twenties, but by 8am it’s usually above freezing. So I wear a thin thermals under my pants, merino 145 Ls top and a guide vest. I’m looking for a lite weight mid layer / “jacket” to use, and take the vest on / off as needed. I don’t like hoods, so I wear a beanie and maybe a neck gator. I’m torn between the Strong Fleece 210 and Peloton 240 for that minimalist outer layer. Something lite that can cut the wind and is decently tough. I will getting the Axis set for late Nov - Feb hunts, old really cold days. What’s the opinion on Valo vs Verde for PJ Pine desert southwest terrain?

[@bridger6413]

The buttons on my gators broke and Kuiu sent me new ones

[@PNWild]

That’s good to know

[@lt6077]

Love the strong fleece fabric but whish the insulation was not missing on the back it's to warm to wear hiking so it's kinda pointless to leave out insulation where your pack rests. The fit is also didn't work for me

[@PNWild]

Yeah Kuiu cuts are a little different.

[@TonyChin226]

Drink every time he says system

[@stevenkarkkainen8115]

Waay too much “blither-blather” in you video. Saying I like something without examples of WHY you like a product is a huge waste of time. “I like this, I really like this, I really like this” is totally wasting viewers time many of whom need real facts like WHY you like or dislike a product! Thumbs down for your “blithering” delivery!

[@flushot6513]

So if your a 32 length them go with a 30

[@PNWild]

Length? No I think lengths are pretty accurate it’s the waist sizes that fluctuate.