Great review, we both have very similar styles for layering. I too wear a light weigjt merino sweater 125g then i move upto either a 250g merino wool or depending on temp 350g merino, i have also put the fanatic hoody over top of my mid weight layer, with possibly the ambient jacket or depending on temp I also use a heated vest for an extra heat boost just to get that chill out. Key point to the vest is make sure it is snug to your body. Then the fanatic jacket over that. You are definitely not getting cold.and you have complete movement for bow hunting. I wear merino wool long underwear under the fanatic bibs and i am fine. One of the key points you.put out there and i fimd is so important, keep your neck and head warm with something like the fanatic beanie and neck gaiter. I can tell.you with this set up i have seen myself sit in temps where people will.give up and go home. Great video
I found this video very helpful. Late season is tough enough and the cold weather adds another element to it. I love merino base layers. One thing I did this season was changing out my base layer shirt just prior to reaching my hunting spot. I wear the bare minimum walking in but my back is sweaty from my pack. I felt this helped but wonder if a second merino layer would help. I sweat standing still and run hot so I’m not sure. I’ll have to try running a thin wicking sock followed by a heavy sock. That might help my feet stay warmer as they sweat a lot walking in. Good content learned some things for sure.
That second merino layer can really make a difference with moisture management. Moving the sweat from your body into the second layer can make all the difference in the world.
I appreciate the video and totally agree with the layering system. Question: in cold temps, when hiking into and generating heat going to your stand site, what do you do regarding the mid layer to prevent removing your boots? Specificity: do you skip the mid layer (just a base and non insulated pants going in) and add a heavy bib with hip zippers once at stand without the mid layer, or do you have a mid layer that doesn’t require removing your boots? Thanks.
@@robertbyrd6703 I use a set of zip off 400g merino base layers that can be put on or taken off with your boots on. If I’m doing a really long hike, I’ll use an insulated mid season pant and won’t take bibs at all. I can’t remember ever packing my bibs in. If I wear them, the zippers are usually opened up so I can vent out.
Finally got to track some Deer in the snow yesterday, I got within about 50 yards of a couple does but too many branches and shrubs in the way. I’m gonna sit for a few hours in the same area and see if they come back today before I freeze lol
Good content! Not to be negative it’s just a lot more work in the cold to do all that dressing and packing. I hope I can get on some deer this late season. Haven’t figured them out yet.
Whats the purpose of a mid layer? I've never understood that. Like o get the fact that base layer gonna wick the insulation layer keeps you warm outer layer keeps you warm and dry, what's the mid layer for?
The mid layer is responsible for trapping your body heat and creating a buffer of warm air between your base and outer layers. Think of it as the workhorse for warmth-it’s the layer that adapts to your activity level and the weather conditions. That's why I call it "thermal layering."
I don’t know if this answers your question specifically but I, myself don’t like heavy weight jackets and/or pants. I’ve worn the old browning micro fleece gear, it’s great and kept me warm but it weighs a ton. Sure, I only needed 1 heavyweight base layer and the jacket and bibs to stay warm in 20 degrees or colder weather but it was heavy and your flexibility in that gear isn’t all too great. Now I have all Asio gear. For top, I use Asio heavyweight base layer, Midweight fleece base layer over that then the Asio mid weight core warmth vest. Then Midweight Sherpa lined jacket. For neck I use Heavyweight fleece neck gaiter from SA fishing. For bottoms, Asio heavyweight base layers, Midweight fleece base layer then Asio Sherpa lined pants. For socks I use Darn Tough Hunting socks and Muck Fieldblazer Classic Boots (Temperature range from 65 degree down to 0 degrees). That set up is light, flexible and very warm especially since the Midweight core warmth vest, Sherpa lined Jacket and Pants are wind proof. I’ve sat in 23 degree weather with a real feel of 9 degree and the wind 20-25 mph while snowing and have been perfectly warm.
This can be done by anyone. The layering concept is there. I’m going to be doing a budget video for this soon. The fleece I used as an example in the video cost $49 for example. A synthetic wicking layer from the same company costs $39.
this channel is incredible. great job! thank you.
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Great review, we both have very similar styles for layering. I too wear a light weigjt merino sweater 125g then i move upto either a 250g merino wool or depending on temp 350g merino, i have also put the fanatic hoody over top of my mid weight layer, with possibly the ambient jacket or depending on temp I also use a heated vest for an extra heat boost just to get that chill out. Key point to the vest is make sure it is snug to your body. Then the fanatic jacket over that. You are definitely not getting cold.and you have complete movement for bow hunting. I wear merino wool long underwear under the fanatic bibs and i am fine. One of the key points you.put out there and i fimd is so important, keep your neck and head warm with something like the fanatic beanie and neck gaiter. I can tell.you with this set up i have seen myself sit in temps where people will.give up and go home. Great video
@@stevew3718 thanks again!
I found this video very helpful. Late season is tough enough and the cold weather adds another element to it. I love merino base layers. One thing I did this season was changing out my base layer shirt just prior to reaching my hunting spot. I wear the bare minimum walking in but my back is sweaty from my pack. I felt this helped but wonder if a second merino layer would help. I sweat standing still and run hot so I’m not sure. I’ll have to try running a thin wicking sock followed by a heavy sock. That might help my feet stay warmer as they sweat a lot walking in. Good content learned some things for sure.
That second merino layer can really make a difference with moisture management. Moving the sweat from your body into the second layer can make all the difference in the world.
Thin synthetic base, polyurethane layer vest, predator fleece coat is my go to cold weather system.
I appreciate the video and totally agree with the layering system.
Question: in cold temps, when hiking into and generating heat going to your stand site, what do you do regarding the mid layer to prevent removing your boots? Specificity: do you skip the mid layer (just a base and non insulated pants going in) and add a heavy bib with hip zippers once at stand without the mid layer, or do you have a mid layer that doesn’t require removing your boots? Thanks.
@@robertbyrd6703 I use a set of zip off 400g merino base layers that can be put on or taken off with your boots on. If I’m doing a really long hike, I’ll use an insulated mid season pant and won’t take bibs at all. I can’t remember ever packing my bibs in. If I wear them, the zippers are usually opened up so I can vent out.
Finally got to track some
Deer in the snow yesterday, I got within about 50 yards of a couple does but too many branches and shrubs in the way.
I’m gonna sit for a few hours in the same area and see if they come back today before I freeze lol
Good luck!
@ thanks
Good content! Not to be negative it’s just a lot more work in the cold to do all that dressing and packing. I hope I can get on some deer this late season. Haven’t figured them out yet.
It is a lot of work. That’s why a lot of people skip hunting this time of year. It doesn’t make things easier that’s for sure.
Whats the purpose of a mid layer? I've never understood that. Like o get the fact that base layer gonna wick the insulation layer keeps you warm outer layer keeps you warm and dry, what's the mid layer for?
The mid layer is responsible for trapping your body heat and creating a buffer of warm air between your base and outer layers. Think of it as the workhorse for warmth-it’s the layer that adapts to your activity level and the weather conditions. That's why I call it "thermal layering."
I don’t know if this answers your question specifically but I, myself don’t like heavy weight jackets and/or pants. I’ve worn the old browning micro fleece gear, it’s great and kept me warm but it weighs a ton. Sure, I only needed 1 heavyweight base layer and the jacket and bibs to stay warm in 20 degrees or colder weather but it was heavy and your flexibility in that gear isn’t all too great. Now I have all Asio gear. For top, I use Asio heavyweight base layer, Midweight fleece base layer over that then the Asio mid weight core warmth vest. Then Midweight Sherpa lined jacket. For neck I use Heavyweight fleece neck gaiter from SA fishing. For bottoms, Asio heavyweight base layers, Midweight fleece base layer then Asio Sherpa lined pants. For socks I use Darn Tough Hunting socks and Muck Fieldblazer Classic Boots (Temperature range from 65 degree down to 0 degrees). That set up is light, flexible and very warm especially since the Midweight core warmth vest, Sherpa lined Jacket and Pants are wind proof. I’ve sat in 23 degree weather with a real feel of 9 degree and the wind 20-25 mph while snowing and have been perfectly warm.
I keep hearing good things about Darn Tough socks but haven't tried them. I decided to test Hollow socks "boot socks" instead. They are alpaca.
@@theeverydaybowhunter I highly recommend trying them. I love them, I have 2 types mid calf socks and knee high socks.
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You cant put a price on comfort. Out of all the gear its the most important.
For me, I find sweatpants and bibs to be the most comfortable and warm
A friend of mine uses insulated sweatpants with his bibs and swears by it. Sounds very warm, but also very sweat producing.
Not for average Joe.
This can be done by anyone. The layering concept is there. I’m going to be doing a budget video for this soon. The fleece I used as an example in the video cost $49 for example. A synthetic wicking layer from the same company costs $39.