This layering guide is designed to help you select the right gear for varying weather conditions throughout the whitetail hunting season. It offers a recommended combination of ASIO Gear products based on temperature ranges, but keep in mind, it's not a strict rulebook—adjustments can be made based on personal preference and environmental factors. Layering for warmth, comfort, and stealth is key to staying in the field longer and staying undetected. Use this guide as a starting point to tailor your setup to your specific hunt.
65+°F
Ideal for the hottest days, this lightweight gear ensures comfort, breathability, and freedom of movement during early-season hunts.
65°F - 50°F
- Lightweight Baselayer Top & Bottom
- Lightweight Pant
- Midweight Hoodie
- Winds > 10MPH: Add Midweight Core Warmth Vest
- Winds < 10MPH: Add Midweight Puffy Vest
As the weather cools, the Midweight Hoodie combined with lightweight baselayers gives you the right amount of warmth. For windy conditions, layer with the Core Warmth Vest or choose the Puffy Vest on calm days.
45°F - 35°F
- Midweight Baselayer Top & Bottom
- Midweight Bomb Pant
- Midweight Hoodie
- Midweight Core Warmth Vest
- Winds > 10MPH: Add Midweight Sherpa Jacket or Hybrid Hooded Softshell
- Winds < 10MPH: Add Midweight Puffy Jacket
As the temperature drops, the Midweight Bomb Pant and Core Warmth Vest keep you comfortable. In high winds, the Sherpa Jacket or Hybrid Hoodie adds an extra layer of protection, while the Puffy Jacket provides warmth when the winds are calm.
35°F - 25°F
- Midweight Baselayer Top & Bottom
- Midweight Sherpa Pant or Bib
- Midweight Hoodie
- Midweight Puffy Jacket
- Midweight Sherpa Jacket
- Winds > 10MPH: Add Midweight Core Warmth Vest
Layer up with Sherpa Pants or Sherpa Bibs for superior warmth. The combination of the Midweight Puffy Jacket and Sherpa Jacket offers reliable insulation, while the Core Warmth Vest ensures additional heat retention when wind speeds increase.
25°F - 15°F
- Heavyweight Baselayer Top & Bottom
- Midweight Sherpa Pant or Bib
- Midweight Hoodie
- Midweight Core Warmth Vest
- Midweight Puffy Jacket
- Midweight Sherpa Jacket
- Winds > 10MPH: Drop Midweight Core Warmth Vest and add Hybrid Hooded Softshell under Sherpa Jacket
The coldest hunts demand the Heavyweight Baselayers with Sherpa Pants or Bibs for full insulation. Layer with the Midweight Hoodie, Core Warmth Vest, and Sherpa Jacket for warmth. In high winds, swap the Core Warmth Vest for a Hybrid Hooded Softshell for even more protection.
15°F - Below Zero
- Heavyweight Baselayer Top & Bottom
- Heavyweight Bib
- Hybrid Hooded Softshell
- Heavyweight Jacket
- Heavyweight Vest
When temperatures plummet, go with Heavyweight Baselayers and Heavyweight Bibs for maximum warmth. The Hybrid Hooded Softshell, Heavyweight Jacket, and Vest provide superior insulation and protection against extreme cold and wind.
