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Early October Colorado Antelope Hunt – Clothing list.
I’m getting my gear together for an early October Colorado antelope hunt. Temperatures can swing quite a bit from cold mornings to warmer afternoons, so I’m planning around a layering system that lets me add or remove insulation as needed.
Here’s the clothing and footwear I’ll be taking:
Boots
Crispi Thor II
www.crispiusa.com
These are the most comfortable hunting boots I’ve ever had. They’re lightweight, non-insulated, and work extremely well for early-season and warmer-weather hunts.
Pants
KUIU Kutana Stretch Woven Pant
These are extremely comfortable and lightweight. Even on colder mornings, I’d rather use a lightweight pant like the Kutana and add insulation underneath than wear a heavier pant all day once temperatures start climbing.
Lower Base Layers
King’s XKG Foundation 260 Zip Off Merino Bottom
www.kingscamo.com
I really like these because the legs zip completely off. When a cold morning turns into a warm afternoon, I can remove the base layer without having to take my boots off. I prefer this setup over designs that use Velcro.
KUIU ULTRA Merino 160 Bottom
This will be another lightweight merino option. I’ll use it when I expect to keep a base layer on for most or all of the day.
Upper Base Layers
KUIU ULTRA Merino 120 LT LS Crew-T
This will be my lightweight merino top for warmer conditions or as the first layer when temperatures drop.
KUIU PRO Merino 200 Zip-T
This gives me a warmer merino option that can work as either a heavier base layer or mid-layer.
Insulation
KUIU Kenai Hooded Jacket
If it gets cold enough that the merino layers aren’t enough, I’ll add the Kenai. I don’t expect to need a heavy insulated jacket very often on this hunt, but it gives me another step in the layering system.
KUIU Super Down PRO Hooded Jacket
I probably won’t need this much, but western weather can change quickly and I’d rather have a lightweight, packable down jacket in the pack than wish I had brought one.
Rain Gear
KUIU Kutana Storm Shell Jacket
KUIU Kutana Storm Shell Pant
This will most likely be the rain system I bring on the Colorado antelope hunt. There are lighter options available, but I don’t like owning a different rain setup for every hunt. I prefer using gear I already trust across a wide range of conditions.
For more severe weather, I also use:
KUIU Yukon TR Rain Jacket
KUIU Yukon TR Rain Pant
The Yukon is more than I expect to need on this particular hunt, but it’s what I’ll use when conditions call for something more substantial.
The main goal with this system is flexibility. Early October in Colorado can mean cold mornings, plenty of movement during the day, and much warmer temperatures by afternoon. I’d rather start with lightweight outer layers and adjust the insulation underneath as conditions change.
What are you guys running for early-season antelope hunts, and is there anything in your clothing system that has become a must-have?
I’m getting my gear together for an early October Colorado antelope hunt. Temperatures can swing quite a bit from cold mornings to warmer afternoons, so I’m planning around a layering system that lets me add or remove insulation as needed.
Here’s the clothing and footwear I’ll be taking:
Boots
Crispi Thor II
Turkey & Bear Season Hunting Boots | Crispi ® Thor II | Crispi USA
The Thor II was designed exclusively for the North American Market and was tested in the rugged mountains of the West. This boot is the perfect option for those looking for an early season, ultra lightweight boot with a stiffer flex, worthy of climbin
These are the most comfortable hunting boots I’ve ever had. They’re lightweight, non-insulated, and work extremely well for early-season and warmer-weather hunts.
Pants
KUIU Kutana Stretch Woven Pant
KUIU Kutana Stretch Woven Pant | Khaki
KUIU's Kutana Stretch Woven Hunting Pants in Khaki are made for early -to-mid-season hunts offering superior 2-way stretch that's great in rugged conditions.
www.kuiu.com
These are extremely comfortable and lightweight. Even on colder mornings, I’d rather use a lightweight pant like the Kutana and add insulation underneath than wear a heavier pant all day once temperatures start climbing.
Lower Base Layers
King’s XKG Foundation 260 Zip Off Merino Bottom
XKG Foundation 260 Zip Off Merino Bottom
The XKG Foundation 260 Zip Off Merino Bottom is a versatile midweight base layer that is easy to take off and put on - never slowing you down and keeping in the game.19.5 Microns and 260 Gram knit makes these bottoms lightweight, but the small, tightly sewn fibers of merino wool keep you warm in...
www.kingscamo.com
I really like these because the legs zip completely off. When a cold morning turns into a warm afternoon, I can remove the base layer without having to take my boots off. I prefer this setup over designs that use Velcro.
KUIU ULTRA Merino 160 Bottom
ULTRA Merino 160 Bottom | Black
These men's thermal hunting pants in Ash maintain their shape without sacrificing a comfortable fit while providing natural odor resistance. Get them at KUIU.
www.kuiu.com
This will be another lightweight merino option. I’ll use it when I expect to keep a base layer on for most or all of the day.
Upper Base Layers
KUIU ULTRA Merino 120 LT LS Crew-T
ULTRA Merino 120 LT LS Crew-T | Black
The all-new ULTRA Merino 120 LT reduces weight while improving durability. Shop all the natural softness, comfort, and performance from our New Zealand Merino wool.
www.kuiu.com
This will be my lightweight merino top for warmer conditions or as the first layer when temperatures drop.
KUIU PRO Merino 200 Zip-T
PRO Merino 200 Zip-T | Black
Best Use: All Conditions The ½ zip design allows for added heat release and ventilation while reinforced thumb holes keep the sleeves in place when adding a layer.The PRO Merino is a great choice for the hunters needing a versatile hardwearing shirt that is useful in a wide range of conditions...
www.kuiu.com
This gives me a warmer merino option that can work as either a heavier base layer or mid-layer.
Insulation
KUIU Kenai Hooded Jacket
Kenai Hooded Jacket | Gunmetal
Best Use: Lightweight, Packable WarmthThe Kenai Hooded Jacket is redefined and upgraded with added water resistance and a streamlined fit. The DWR 3DeFX+ active insulation now features siliconized fibers that resist saturation to maintain insulation in wet conditions. Whether it's from rain...
www.kuiu.com
If it gets cold enough that the merino layers aren’t enough, I’ll add the Kenai. I don’t expect to need a heavy insulated jacket very often on this hunt, but it gives me another step in the layering system.
KUIU Super Down PRO Hooded Jacket
Super Down PRO Hooded Jacket | Gunmetal
Best Use: Packable Warmth The Super Down PRO Hooded Jacket is purpose-built for low-activity pursuits in plunging temperatures. Sized to layer comfortably over base and mid-layers, it delivers exceptional warmth with 850+ FP Quixdown™. Each down cluster is treated with Toray® DWR, making it...
www.kuiu.com
I probably won’t need this much, but western weather can change quickly and I’d rather have a lightweight, packable down jacket in the pack than wish I had brought one.
Rain Gear
KUIU Kutana Storm Shell Jacket
KUIU Kutana Storm Shell Jacket | Gunmetal
Best Use: Midweight, Packable Rain GearThe Kutana Storm Shell Jacket features a new microporous hydrophobic membrane from Toray that breathes even when activity level is low and absorbs very little water for incredibly fast dry times. The durable stretch nylon 6/6 face fabric offers great tear...
www.kuiu.com
KUIU Kutana Storm Shell Pant
KUIU Kutana Storm Shell Pant | Gunmetal
If you're preparing for a tough hunt that's wet and brush-choked, you need protection from a rain gear system that's durable, lightweight, and dries quickly.
www.kuiu.com
This will most likely be the rain system I bring on the Colorado antelope hunt. There are lighter options available, but I don’t like owning a different rain setup for every hunt. I prefer using gear I already trust across a wide range of conditions.
For more severe weather, I also use:
KUIU Yukon TR Rain Jacket
Yukon TR Rain Jacket | Gunmetal
The Men's Yukon TR Rain Jacket in Gunmetal has been the heavy-duty workhorse of our waterproof line-up since the beginning of KUIU.
www.kuiu.com
KUIU Yukon TR Rain Pant
Yukon TR Rain Pant | Gunmetal
The Men's Yukon TR Rain Pants in Gunmetal has been the heavy-duty workhorse of our waterproof line-up since the beginning of KUIU.
www.kuiu.com
The Yukon is more than I expect to need on this particular hunt, but it’s what I’ll use when conditions call for something more substantial.
The main goal with this system is flexibility. Early October in Colorado can mean cold mornings, plenty of movement during the day, and much warmer temperatures by afternoon. I’d rather start with lightweight outer layers and adjust the insulation underneath as conditions change.
What are you guys running for early-season antelope hunts, and is there anything in your clothing system that has become a must-have?
