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.
223829
For that temp range mid-weight would be way too much for me. I would go for several light layers. Your insulation needs will vary widely during hiking, resting etc. so it will be the old story of layer up and layer down.
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
102067
This shirt is light weight, it will definitely keep you warm and dry. I work outside in all weather conditions at a golf course and this is my third shirt of this type.
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!
279236
No this shirt is not sufficient in 60 F (16 C) water. It does not have any real insulation and will NOT keep you warm. The shirt does block some windchill but personally I would only use it down to 20 C water temp.
11746
I'd only use the shell as a rain jacket in colder weather. Since it has a full liner it's a bit heavy, would be overly warm, and more bulky than a normal rain shell for backpacking.
1364665
I've used it as a front pack for backpacking and found it to breath well and have no heat related complaints. Its very well made.
102066
This is the most comfortable shirt to wear to keep you warm dry or even keep you cool it works both ways. I bought Nike shirts Adidas shirts and previous ua shirts this is by far the best
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.
181374
I can say I was comfortable in this jacket with a long-sleeved t-shirt on underneath while boarding in a high of -2 F (not factoring in the wind chill I was making going down the slopes). I probably wouldn't count on it for too much lower than that, but it is surprisingly warm for how thin and light it is.
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.
1304829
It works just fine for me during the winter months when I'm wearing a long sleeve. It's adjustable via velcro so you can have it as tight or loose as you'd like. Only bad thing is that there's no protection against rain. Hope this helps.
278966
It will keep you warmer than going bare. I do work out in a warm pool but it is below body temp. The surrounding air is cold. This keeps my arms and shoulders from getting cold. Order the size you wear and this shirt is longer. It is supposed to fit tight. The zipper up the front helps with getting in and out of it.
1223704
Fits tight across the chest... though not too tight and is out of the way and does not interfere with movement. I am 6'2" @200 lb. Must be worn over all clothing so unless you are really bundled up with foul weather gear I would think it should work well. Lots of videos on youtube.
1336374
Its light enough to backpack in, however, I wouldn't use this under 35 degrees.
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.