Gear question for Western hunters

[Iowabowhunter]

As most of you likely know I will be moving to Montana before too long. The question I have is in regards to clothing-First Lite in Asat pattern, or KUIU. I will chase after elk, but my main focus will be high country muleys. I think I prefer the ASAT pattern but have heard very good things about VIAS as well. I will only be able to make this purchase once, has anybody used both of these and have a preference? I would be going with the FL Kanab pants, Llano as base layer on top then the Springer Vest if necessary (also may go with their boxers for heat regulation) If I went with KUIU would be-Guide pants, Merino 230 Zip t and 185 bottom, Guide Vest if necessary. Unfortunately there isn't anywhere that I can try both of them on or I would go that route. I will work on rain gear later.

[FerretWYO]

I have used both yes and I can say without a doubt I would go with KUIU.

[MTArrowLauncher]

While I haven't used all of the exact pieces, I have used Kuiu and First lite and while they are both great gear I prefer Kuiu. I've had several tearing issues with First liteincludong their boxers separating at the elastic band seam the first time I put them on.

As far as camo I don't get to concerned with it, keep the wind right and be stealthy and I think any will work. Early welcome to MT and good luck chasing mulies!

[steadman]

I'm with the two above. I have both and prefer my KUIU!!

[Bjorn]

I bought a Kuiu outfit for my son-seems excellent. Not familiar with the other co. you mentioned, and don't get hung up on evaluating camo patterns.

[Biathlonman]

You can buy firstlite at a substantial discount at camofire if you go that route.

[Iowabowhunter]

What do you guys go with for early season mule deer hunting (warm weather!) in the KUIU line? With as much as FL costs, I really don't want to have to deal with quality issues right off the gate.

[Iowabowhunter]

Ttt

[steadman]

KUIU just came out with some warm weather stuff. Looks intriguing. I layer. I use thin stuff early and two or three layers late topped off with a vest. Don't make it complicated bud  

[Iowabowhunter]

That's what I was thinking, their Tiburon line. Would be a nice fly fishing jacket on those warm days on the river as well.