Kuiu, Sitka or Core4Element

[Mon Valley]

I would like opinions on which to go with. I am looking for a early to mid season outfit. I'm thinking the guide series from kuiu but would like to get some input from others.

[adamgti]

Kuiu every day of the week.

It's very technical but you don't get slammed as hard for being a gear snob

I like vias camo pattern much better as well

[SARarcher]

Personally, I'd go with First Lite.  Their Merino wool is top notch in a variety of camo patterns and their new outerwear line is awesome.  The uncompaghre puffy jacket is excellent.  The Boundary Stormtight jacket is the best breathable and waterproof jacket Ive worn.

[medic77]

I just made the switch to Sitka because of availability and I bought most if it used.  I don't care if I get called a gear snob as long as at the end of the day my legs aren't on fire from rubbing together.  Good camo makes such a difference and I didn't believe it until I tried it.  

The others are probably just as good if not better, Sitka is just what I chose

[NBK]

I only own kuiu.  It's all I need for active hunting.  Cooler temps on a stand I wear something else.

[Bjorn]

My son has Kuiu and I have Sitka; both are superior quality. I can't fit into the Kuiu-it is made for a young hard body. We like the stuff and the patterns and both brands are great in bad weather. Most of the time we are stalking and if need to be whitetail quiet we wear MicroTex. The other stuff has a bit of a 'swish' to it.

[Nathan Killen]

I just switched to Sitka this year a love it !

[tracker12]

I have had Sitka for several years now and very happy with the product.  Just bought the Jet Stream Jacket this week.  The 90% pants and jacket have been a main stream for me for the last six years on my Western Hunts.

[Onions]

I have all three, plus First Lite. All our very nice, however for me it's KUIU or Sitka. Main reason is b/c of fit. Both these companies, especially KUIU have a better "cut" more athletic fit. Which fits me better.
Core4 Element is nice stuff, however it's very saggy/loose fitting. Especially the pants.

chris <><

[Kevin Dill]

Mon Valley,

I think you're looking at the top product in its category.

[TradBrewSC]

I have been wearing kuiu the past two years and have really enjoyed it. I too wear the guide series with all of the layering items. From a whitetail stand point it works great for most of the season hear in SC. However on the few really cold days that we have here I tend to turn to my heavier woolen wear.

[awbowman]

I live in Louisiana and Core 4 is plenty good enough for my base layers. However, as someone said it has a loose fit.  

I don't hunt without my Kuiu Beenie and gaiter.  I love that stuff and will probably get more as the Core 4 wears.  

Never had anyone with Sitka except a buddy has the fanatic system for stand hunting.  Also good stuff, but I prefer to layer.

[Shane H]

Kuiu, best fitting and comfortable clothing made. Its also cheaper than sitka. I do like my first lite shirt, but the pants dont hold a candle to the kuiu pants.

[DarkTimber]

I've owned a bunch of Sitka and now have quite a bit of Kuiu as well.  I don't have a bad thing to say about either. I think each has a garment in their lineup that is a little better than the other but overall I probably slightly prefer Kuiu. I don't think you could make a wrong decision with either though.   Like NBK, I use mine for active (mountain) hunting and use something else while deer hunting most of the time.

[steadman]

KUIU, wear it year round. I'm with Shane on the first lite shirts, love em. Don't waste your money on the first lite pants.

[johnnyk71]

I really like First Lite as well.

don't have any of the others, but have been very pleased with the First Lite shirts and the Springer vest.

[Bow man]

You may want to check out some of the new Performance items From Predator Camo. They have two lines now and are adding more later this year.

[Mon Valley]

Well it looks like it is time to place an order with Kuiu.

[Keith Zimmerman]

I am planning on ordering a couple pair Predator Adrenaline pants #241 from Bow Man.  They look worthy to give them a shot.

[vernon]

I have KUIU attack pants, guide jacket, and LS zip merino shirt.  I thinks thats all I will ever need.  I think Sitka, and others, are just as comparable but I like Vias camo and I like KUIU no complaints at all from me on KUIU but haven't tried anything else