How does this shirt do for hikes or backpacking trips, wearing a heavy backpacking, dealing with hot or cold weather?
186125
I don't hike or backpack because of back problems so I can't speak to that. I bought it for summer wear only. Walking my dogs in the field when the temps are in the 80s and 90s, it is very light and comfortable. I don't think it would provide warmth in cold weather. I love it's lightness and would own more colors if I could get the size I want. I bought a size that is very large on me with the idea of using it as a beach cover-up.
186126
This shirt is designed for warm weather, as it has many different ventilation flaps to help air circulate. It would make for a great hiking shirt on warm hot days, as it keeps you cool and does not hold any type of sweat. It is very thin and lightweight.
79884
Absolutely. My biggest complaint with this shirt is that when it comes back from the local laundry service in a bag with my other clothes it is wrinkled beyond recognition. Hand wash & air dry would be the best bet for this material. It's nice & light and should dry quickly.
645306
It does provide a comfortable night's sleep. It is a little heavy. Depending on the length of the hike and the other gear, it could get pretty heavy on longer hikes. It would fine if it was on a half day hike.
2171368
NO. Bought for my wife who is the SAME measurments as you and it did not work very well as it's non-adjustable. You'll need a pack that's adjustable if you're not going to go into a store to physically try on for best fit. Getting a pack that doesn't fit right is the best way to ruin a hiking/trekking/backpacking trip, TRUST ME.
246601
Depends on how cold you're talking about. The material is slightly thicker than most of the other hiking pants I own and does keep heat in a little better but I wouldn't wear it for sub-zero temperatures hiking either without a base layer. The legs will have room for a base layer but both pairs I had were tight around the crotch region so if you are thinking of cotton long johns or smart wool that's not cut well, it may ride up a bit. Compression shorts/leggings will probably work ok though.
616793
I'm 5' 7" 125lbs and the Large fits me well. I wear it for golfing and dog walking and can wear a fleece shirt for an extra layer whenthe weather is cold. I like it not to be restrictive in the shoulder area and it is not. You can always return it if the fit is not good.
864485
You might be better off going with a lighter cooler sock for summer, but a lot depends on how much your feet sweat. Everyone is different and sometimes these socks are perfect for summer hiking for some. Hope that helps!
81415
Not sure exactly......it's a bit bulky to be sure...i would not say its for extreme backpacking, but if yu are going w scouts and a want to stay warm,it's great!
1191850
We are by no means avid backpackers. We used these for our children on a few cold weather camping trips. They worked fantastic in 12* weather. They pack down small but I have seen smaller. That being said we camped for 7 days and had no issues with it. But it may be cumbersome on a long hiking trip. Overall great quality, comfort and ease or use!
1831430
I didn't find the bag to be too hot. We overnighted at just above an 8,500ft summit in Southern California with windy conditions and it kept me warm. It's light weight material allows for good night sleep in most conditions. It should be comfortable to use in both situations.
141860
This is a great hat for hiking! I've worn it on trips from the Arizona mountains to the pyramids of Egypt. Stays on even in the wind.
854347
It does get a little stuffy in weather like that, but as a single layer over a t shirt its fine. And unzipping the arm vents helps too.
1120965
The fabric is quite thin and can certainly be used in place of an undershirt. It would not be noticeable at all. My husband wore it before our hot weather hit, so I really don't know the answer to whether or not it retains heat. However, given the unqualified recommendation of athletes, I doubt it -- but I don't know.
616986
I would not wear this over a collared shirt but I have worn it over long sleeved t-shirts as well as a base layer. It's designed to be a base/mid layer and works very well for that purpose. Maybe a quarter-zip merino sweater would work better for you over a collared shirt.
223831
Each person is different and their tolerance to climate is going to be different. I tend to overheat easily and found that 45-65 with this product is great. It keeps me cool in the warmer weather and warm in the colder weather. However 65 might be the extreme of this weight. I would suggest a light weight merino wool base layer if you are going to be in 60+ degree weather. You can always strip down a layer but it is hard to strip off your base layer :)
1364667
Hey Sam, I have humped all kinds of gear in high heat areas, both jungle and desert during my military career, and it all sucks and makes you sweat. I have never used the ribz in that kind of heat, but would guess they are a good deal cooler than a backpack of some sort, as they just don't cover that much area on your body. My ribz seem to just float at my sides and never really bothered me at all. Combined with a smaller backpack I think it's a great way to distribute that weight a little more evenly. I keep my must - have items and some emergency kit in the ribz and everything else goes in the pack. That's my system but there are many others. I say go for the ribz in any and all weather. Good luck!
1809489
I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to take it off your back completely. I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to... » Read More I've used this pack for day hiking and have found it to be sufficiently adjustable at shoulders and waist to make it quite comfortable. The material on the back has some give and has shallow channels that I presume are there to offer some airflow. That being said, it does not offer a suspension that keeps the pack floating away from your back and thus I've experienced a fair amount of sweat build-up in actual use. I looked at quite a number of packs and unless you are carrying a lot of equipment, this is a very practical and well designed pack that allows camera/lens access w/o the need to take it off your back completely. « Show Less