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Would the axis keep me warm in 40 degrees with just a tshirt underneath ?

Axis is better water resistance

I got the guide pant and jacket for a late November hunt in NM. The guide series is much baggier than other Kuiu gear. The various Kuiu lines all seem to fit differently. As for warmth or wind resistance, I agree with your son, the guide series Sucks!!! It doesn’t stop the wind at all, and wind chill factor makes a big difference at any temp. After freezing my ass off because of cold weather, 8° to 40°, with wind blowing 15-20 mph. I layered up in all Kuiu gear; base ultra merino 145, peloton 97, guide vest, and guide jacket. When I got back I called Kuiu to complain about the wind resistance of the guide series and they told me I was wearing it wrong!! The temp range is from 30° to 50°, and I should of had a insulation layer under the jacket. Well, BS. I do not recommend the guide series at all. You can hold the piece up to the light and see right through it. It’s thin and doesn’t provide much warmth or any wind resistance!! I am extremely hesitant to buy the axis line just to see if it might block the wind, yet be some what breathable. Now there’s the new axis thermal hybrid, but I’m concerned about how noisy it is. Then there’s the new Wind Pro, Polar Fleece gear, but how much crap will stick to the nappy fleece? This is very expensive gear to be buying just to try out. I have Guide Gear buyers remorse for sure.

I was very disappointed also in the wind resistance. None what’s so ever. Just got the axis so fingers crossed. A little surprised that they are almost exactly the same. These are the first high end money wise hunting clothing I’ve paid for. Just not sold on money price for what it is as far as the guide. If the axis can stop the wind then it’s exactly what I was looking for

A very good comparison…thank you

Any fit difference in the Guide and Axis. Tried the Axis on and it seemed more performance fit. Is the Guide Jacket more standard fit or performance fit (tight)? Also, were the sizes off at all - I wear a XXL, but when I tried the Axis, I needed a XXL. SUper thanks for vetting these.

Thanks for actually testing it!

Thanks for taking the time to review these jackets. I appreciate that you made it concise. Feedback: If you're going to talk about sizing, stating your height and weight gives some perspective as to what someone can expect for themselves!

So is this just an over priced sweatshirt. Just got it as a gift by choice. Need to return for sizing but just getting a little buyers remorse. Really wanted a lighter jacket for, well exactly what it say wind/rain resistant. Had in mind to layer for colder conditions but hiking around didn't want anything.to heavy to sweat in. What to do

Thank you that was really informative. Please do more comparisons like this!

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I"m 6-0 195lbs and I'm...L in the naturals( for bases etc) and XL (for outters etc) in the polys etc. (I was told online by somebody that thats the way to go and it's been pretty much spot on). I just ordered the Chugagh Rain gear on sale (25% 0ff) and got a Kutana jacket (40% off) in XL hopefully that fits. My question.... do you think I should have skipped the Chugach rain gear and just went with the Kutana jacket and Kutana pants instead ? Not sure if' I'll send them back or not for the Kutana set instead... Rain gear is so freaking pricey and I've never had rain gear in my lifetime yet so....done OK so far but never been on a 7 day hunt in the rain before either lol.

Awesome. I’m currently addicted to Kuiu. Working overtime to get as much as possible. Thanks for the review 🤟

XL? I'm 6'2" 197lbs...u think XL as well for description

Great review, but what the hell is that noise?

Very helpful! Thx for the review!

Great review! Thanks

Thanks for the review. I've run the Guide DCS for years and noticed the same about wind resistance and waterproofing is ok but not suitable for real rain events. I'm debating upgrading to the Axis Hybrid jacket or getting the Kutana Storm shell for those wet elk hunting days. Do you think the Axis has enough waterproofing resilience to keep me dry in a moderate rain with a pack on? I also find that if you're wearing a pack, the water gets pushed through fabric on DWR treated materials by the straps a lot faster than it would naturally eventually wet through.

Thanks for the review

Hey man, thank you for the review. You mentioned you got both of these in XL but I didn’t hear you mention your height or weight, or maybe what size you wear in the base layer tops. I’m trying to decide which size to get in the chugach. I take a large in their base layers but an XL in their strong fleece hoodie so it’s tough to know. Thanks

I bought the Axis jacket & pants and they are made way better then any hunting clothing then I ever had. They are a little noisy when going through brush when your trying to be quiet.

thank you!!!

Great vid, I’ve been hesitant to get the axis thinking it would be noisy but doesn’t sound too bad at all. Are the waterproof panels like the chugach or the Yukon?

Good looking pouch. How much and where’s it made?

Had my guide since they first came out its extremely durable, I slid down many dead fall trees on my ass in Montana with not a single rip. First time I wore my $700 Sitka Blizzard parka I poked a hole in it within three minutes on a horse and branch. The Kuiu Guide jacket and pants since 2012 no marks from extreme hunting at all. Im sure this Axis is very nice also. I am thankful for Kuiu hunting clothes.

Great review, I’m looking for a jacket to cope with the weather in the UK 🇬🇧 and in my search came across the Axis. Do you think it would cope with our wetter climate? Or should I look at a waterproof jacket, I will be using it for fishing and walking.

I just bought an Axis over the guide and I was having buyers remorse until your video. Thanks.

I have the kuiu guide pants and I archery hunt. The durability in the guide pants was very disappointing compared to my Sikia pants. Would you say that the axis pants are more durability then the guide pants.

Hi, would the axis be to warm hunting in 40 degree weather with?

thank you, just ordered a set and are excited

Great review, how bout durability and abrasion resistance, any noticable difference?

Love reviews like this. Quick and detailed. And tested!

Exactly the kind of reviews I need, well done.

I agree with you completely

What is your take on that 200 pro merino you’re wearing? Worth the money? Things you’d like better?