Idk why people are hating. This is his profession. If all yall went into the woods daily you’d want the best stuff too. This isn’t something old boy who hunts on the weekends with an 870 and some mossy oak needs. This is for the guy who eats sleeps and breathes the outdoors. Someone who needs to be successful because it’s his livelihood. Take a step back and really ponder on why he needs these things instead of I can’t afford that!
First lite has a ton of sales throughout the year and that helps out. Yes it’s expensive but I’ve been wearing their stuff for years and the majority of it is top notch. Only had a few pieces that I didn’t care for. Their base layers are worth it.
Read Steve's books, and you'll find him a thoughtful and honest observer of hunting lore and techniques, and environmental issues. I don't care if he's sponsored by (or owns) First Lite. I've got a couple of warm FL items, bought on sale. They are great, but if you don't pay attention to the wind and step on every crunchy thing in your path, $1,000 worth of gear on your back won't make any difference Maybe it's my advanced age, but when I was a boy, Weatherby was the gun for effete rich guys. Always wondered why he chose that brand. What brand should he have chosen? I don't know, I have an ancient Ruger 77, II, bought new for $325, and it's all I need.
Weatherby is by far in the affordable high quality range these days is why, you really cant get rifles that are quality with yesteryears pricing anymore. Any true iron worth a darn now days is gonna run a heafty pricetag, lots of fellas I know are spending way more than a vanguard or the newer models run .
You don’t need to buy all this all at once if you aren’t serious about hunting and you can’t make the investment don’t go after a guy who makes a bit of a sacrifice to be comfortable in the field
The unbridled jealousy and envy of some of you fellas is pathetic. Instead of bitching go get a job and buy your self some nice stuff. Not one of you would say that to his face. Cause you know what would happen.
Not all people who love to hunt can afford this. If someone came out with a practical budget line, nothing fancy just good durable gear they would make a killing. Especially for us big boys. Good luck finding a 44-34 pant and a 4xl tall jacket.
You're right, the stuff is overpriced, but really good gear just isn't going to be cheap. Sometimes you really get what you pay for, but sometimes (often) you don't. I say make sure to have a well thought out system and invest in a few good pieces where it truly matters. You don't need the full kit. Maybe you just need a functional baselayer, or a good insulator. I get solids and wear the pants all year long just because they're comfy (not first lite). I need more utility than 10days once a year so I skip on the patterns. Good technique will suffice.
I’ve started making small soft goods for hunters and the firearm community in the last year, if you want one of those turkey vests/chest rigs I’ve got those at affordable prices.
I have been buying First Lite gear since college, where I was a very broke college kid. But I ditched my toxic girlfriend back then and started investing in gear that made my hunting pursuits more comfortable. They have generous sales and I mean OFTEN. If you're serious about hunting, and you care about having nice gear so you can focus on the hunting part - buy first lite gear. If not, go to walmart, freeze your ass off, and shut your yapper!
I don't have an issue with the products in the video, in fact i think they're excellent products. But i do have an issue with the items not being linked and prices mentioned, especially if they were provided for review. There were WAY too many products from the same First Lite company for this NOT to be a sponsored video. You legally have to disclose that, so this video is shady with that being the case. The FTC could give you hell for this. Always disclose that content is sponsored or products are provided for free.
Bring back the original Kanab from first lite. I just threw out the pair i bought in 2015. Walked through hundreds of briar patches and vines here in the midwest, no issues. Bought a pair of obsidians two years ago, they didnt even last two seasons. Shit quality.
Idk why people are hating. This is his profession. If all yall went into the woods daily you’d want the best stuff too. This isn’t something old boy who hunts on the weekends with an 870 and some mossy oak needs. This is for the guy who eats sleeps and breathes the outdoors. Someone who needs to be successful because it’s his livelihood. Take a step back and really ponder on why he needs these things instead of I can’t afford that!
Plus, how can you complain. If you got first lite and Sitka gear for free you’d wear it wouldn’t you? 😂
First lite has a ton of sales throughout the year and that helps out. Yes it’s expensive but I’ve been wearing their stuff for years and the majority of it is top notch. Only had a few pieces that I didn’t care for. Their base layers are worth it.
Read Steve's books, and you'll find him a thoughtful and honest observer of hunting lore and techniques, and environmental issues. I don't care if he's sponsored by (or owns) First Lite. I've got a couple of warm FL items, bought on sale. They are great, but if you don't pay attention to the wind and step on every crunchy thing in your path, $1,000 worth of gear on your back won't make any difference
Maybe it's my advanced age, but when I was a boy, Weatherby was the gun for effete rich guys. Always wondered why he chose that brand. What brand should he have chosen? I don't know, I have an ancient Ruger 77, II, bought new for $325, and it's all I need.
Weatherby is by far in the affordable high quality range these days is why, you really cant get rifles that are quality with yesteryears pricing anymore. Any true iron worth a darn now days is gonna run a heafty pricetag, lots of fellas I know are spending way more than a vanguard or the newer models run .
You Jokers do realize that Rinella owns First Lite, right?
Yeah we know and don’t care. It’s good stuff.
I’ve had Sitka stuff and first lite and I chose first lite it’s honestly good durable stuff
Good man Steve
Its really not all that expensive... jesus stop complaining. If you worked in his industry you would too
You don’t need to buy all this all at once if you aren’t serious about hunting and you can’t make the investment don’t go after a guy who makes a bit of a sacrifice to be comfortable in the field
Steve goes into the woods wearing a mortgage payment, super relatable.
The unbridled jealousy and envy of some of you fellas is pathetic. Instead of bitching go get a job and buy your self some nice stuff.
Not one of you would say that to his face. Cause you know what would happen.
Nice!
Too bad that stopped making the cypher pattern
Right! It was the best!
Not all people who love to hunt can afford this. If someone came out with a practical budget line, nothing fancy just good durable gear they would make a killing. Especially for us big boys. Good luck finding a 44-34 pant and a 4xl tall jacket.
You're right, the stuff is overpriced, but really good gear just isn't going to be cheap. Sometimes you really get what you pay for, but sometimes (often) you don't. I say make sure to have a well thought out system and invest in a few good pieces where it truly matters. You don't need the full kit. Maybe you just need a functional baselayer, or a good insulator. I get solids and wear the pants all year long just because they're comfy (not first lite). I need more utility than 10days once a year so I skip on the patterns. Good technique will suffice.
Lose some weight big boi
I’ve started making small soft goods for hunters and the firearm community in the last year, if you want one of those turkey vests/chest rigs I’ve got those at affordable prices.
Camfire
Steve dresses like me.
I like it for lots of reasons, first of all they pay me to…
Hunting kit or ad?
for a mere $18,000 you to could have the same gear! 👌🏼
I have been buying First Lite gear since college, where I was a very broke college kid. But I ditched my toxic girlfriend back then and started investing in gear that made my hunting pursuits more comfortable. They have generous sales and I mean OFTEN. If you're serious about hunting, and you care about having nice gear so you can focus on the hunting part - buy first lite gear. If not, go to walmart, freeze your ass off, and shut your yapper!
Pretty sure you spend a lot of money on nonsense every year. 😂
Nice add
You don't have to specify you wear "Men's" drawers on hunting trips...or maybe you do, I don't judge.
You're turning into the QVC of the hunting world
Yeah it’s fucked
I don't have an issue with the products in the video, in fact i think they're excellent products. But i do have an issue with the items not being linked and prices mentioned, especially if they were provided for review. There were WAY too many products from the same First Lite company for this NOT to be a sponsored video. You legally have to disclose that, so this video is shady with that being the case. The FTC could give you hell for this. Always disclose that content is sponsored or products are provided for free.
Bring back the original Kanab from first lite. I just threw out the pair i bought in 2015. Walked through hundreds of briar patches and vines here in the midwest, no issues. Bought a pair of obsidians two years ago, they didnt even last two seasons. Shit quality.
I agree. Snagged on a log and tore the shin area. Crotch was worn thru in a few weeks
That's why they changed 'em up. Gotta get you back in the store more than once a decade!