First Lite
Kiln Long John
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Overview
When the forecast calls for persistent cold temperatures and your hunt demands varying levels of activity, the Kiln 250 Long John is there for the long haul. Lofted 250gsm Midweight Merino-X provides sustained but balanced warmth all day, no matter if you're stationary or climbing mountains.
Specs
- Brand
- First Lite
- Weight
- not published by the manufacturer
- Material
- 250gsm merino-x
How it measures up
Against every one of the base layers in the RidgeNote register with a published figure. Manufacturer-listed; sources and dates are on this page.
- Price
- $110.00
- Cheaper than 50% of 10 priced · #5 cheapest
- -6% vs the median $116.50
The cheapest is MERIWOOL Base Layer - 100% Merino Wool Midweight Long Sleeve Thermal at $65.00 — $45.00 less.
RidgeNote verdict
Similar — lighter or cheaper
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