KUIU Layering System
WHY DOES KUIU BUILD HUNTING GEAR AS A LAYERING SYSTEM?
Our skin-to-shell layering system works two-fold by regulating your temperature on the inside during high- and low-level activity, while keeping you protected on the outside from challenging weather conditions. By keeping your temperature regulated, you’ll spend less time warming up, cooling down, and drying out—which equals more time effectively hunting.
HOW DO THE LAYERS FIT TOGETHER?
Each layer of the system features its own fit type and purpose. The base, mid, and outer layers gradually get larger with each layer, so they comfortably fit together. Once you know your measured size and the fit type of each garment, it will help take the guesswork out of building your kit.
BASE LAYER
LAYERING POSITION: Worn next to skin
MATERIALS: Ultralight knits: Merino and Polyester
PURPOSE: Worn in all conditions. Wicks sweat and moisture. Keeps you feeling dry and comfortable. UPF Protection.
CATEGORIES: Short Sleeve T, Long Sleeve T, Zip-Off Bottom
SERIES: Peloton 118 | ULTRA Merino 120 and 145
MID LAYER- FLEECE
LAYERING POSITION: Worn over a base layer and sized slightly larger
MATERIALS: Heavier weight knits: Merino and Polyester
PURPOSE: Wick and transport moisture away from the base layer. Added insulation.
CATEGORIES: Zip-T, Pullover, Hoodie
SERIES: Peloton 97, 200, and 240 | StrongFleece 190, 235, and 275 | PRO Merino 200
MID LAYER- INSULATED
LAYERING POSITION: Worn over a base layer and fleece mid layer. Sized slightly larger than a fleece mid layer.
MATERIALS: Synthetic and/or Down Insulated
PURPOSE: Added insulation for warmth. Wind resistance.
CATEGORIES: Jacket, Vest, Zip-off Insulated Pants
SERIES: Kenai | Super Down LT
OUTER LAYER- PANTS
LAYERING POSITION: Worn on their own over a brief, or over a base layer thermal bottom.
MATERIALS: Polyester and/or Nylon
PURPOSE:Added durability. Protection from light wind and rain.
CATEGORIES: Outer layer pants
SERIES: Tiburon | KUIU Kutana Stretch Woven | Attack | PRO | Talus Hybrid
OUTER LAYER- SOFT SHELL
LAYERING POSITION:Worn over a baser layer, or additional mid-layer fleece. Sized slightly larger than a fleece mid-layer.
MATERIALS: 1-to-2-layer Polyester and/or Nylon
PURPOSE:Added durability. Protection from light wind and rain. Heat retention.
CATEGORIES:Soft shell jacket and pant
SERIES: Rubicon | Guide | Axis
***KUIU soft shell jackets and mid-Layer insulated jackets are sized similarly. If you’re planning to wear an insulated jacket under a soft-shell jacket, upsizing the soft shell one size is recommended.
OUTER LAYER- WATERPROOF RAIN GEAR
LAYERING POSITION: Worn over a base layer, mid-layer fleece, and mid-layer insulation. Sized slightly larger than an insulated mid layer and outer-layer soft shell, so upsizing is not required
MATERIALS: 3-layer Polyester and Nylon, Waterproof/Breathable Membrane
PURPOSE: Protection from heavy wind and rain.
CATEGORIES: Waterproof hooded jackets and zip-off pants.
SERIES: Chugach TR | KUIU Kutana Storm Shell | Yukon TR
OUTER LAYER- INSULATED
LAYERING POSITION:Worn over a base layer, mid-layer fleece, and mid-layer insulation. Sized slightly larger than an insulated mid layer and soft-shell jackets, so upsizing is not required.
MATERIALS: Polyester and Nylon Outer. Down and Synthetic Insulated
PURPOSE:High-loft insulation. Windproof. Heat retention.
CATEGORIES:Jacket, Parka, Pant
SERIES:Super Down PRO | KUIU Kutana Gale Force | Super Down Burner
LAYERING EXAMPLES BY CONDITION
With our extensive line up, there’re many ways to layer, making the possibilities endless. The listed examples only illustrate how the layers may be worn together. As you’re building your own system, choose the items that will best suit your personal needs and offer versatility for your expected hunt conditions.
***Unless indicated, your measured size is recommended for all layers.
Hot Conditions (70°F + / 21°C+)
Top:
- Base Layer: Peloton 118 LS
Bottom:
- Outer Layer- Pant: Tiburon Pant
Mild Conditions (45-70°F / 7-21°C)
Top:
- Base Layer Top: Peloton 118 LS
- Mid Layer- Fleece: Peloton 97
- Outer Layer- Soft Shell: Guide PRO Hooded Jacket
Bottom:
- Outer Layer- Pant: Attack Pant
*If waterproof protection is needed, add Chugach TR Rain Gear
Cold Conditions (32-45°F / 0-7°C)
Top:
- Base Layer: ULTRA Merino 145
- Mid Layer: PRO Merino 200
- Mid Layer- Insulated: Super Down LT
- Outer Layer- Soft Shell: Axis (Upsize one)
Bottom:
- Base Layer: PRO Merino 200
- Outer Layer- Pant: Axis
*If 100% Waterproof protection is needed, wear Yukon TR or KUIU Kutana Storm Shell rain gear in place of Axis Hybrid.
Frigid Conditions (Below 32°F / 0°C)
Top
- Base Layer: ULTRA Merino 145 Zip-T
- Mid Layer: StrongFleece 280
- Mid Layer- Insulated: Kenai Jacket
- Outer Layer- Insulated: KUIU Kutana Gale Force
Bottom:
- Base Layer- Bottom: PRO Merino 200 Zip-Off Bottom
- Mid Layer- Insulation Bottom: Kenai Pant
- Outer Layer- Insulation: KUIU Kutana Gale Force
*If waterproof protection is not necessary, Super Down PRO may be worn in place of KUIU Kutana Gale Force
Do's and Don’ts of Layering
DO: Layer an outer-layer fitted item over mid-layer fit item.
A base layer, mid-layer fleece, mid-layer insulated jacket, and an outer-layer fit rain jacket, all in the same size, will comfortably layer together.
DO: Upsize your soft-shell jackets if you plan to add multiple mid layers underneath.
DON'T: Try to wear two outer-layer fit jackets in the same size together.
An outer layer rain jacket will compress the insulation of an outer-layer fit insulated jacket, reducing its ability to keep you warm.
DON'T: Try to wear a mid-layer fit insulated jacket over an outer-layer fit soft shell jacket.
The overall fit on an insulated mid-layer jacket is designed to layer under a waterproof rain jacket or an insulated outer layer.
