I want to be able to wear this hiking in the summer, how is the leather with heavy sweating?
833311
I had no problems wearing this holster and where I live it was a hot and humid summer. Keep in mind you should wear the holster everyday for a week or two when it is new (with or without a gun) and It will conform to your body. The leather is pretty comfortable and softens up after you break it in. I purchased the natural tan color for fear the dyed black color may bleed from sweating but I don't know if it would have. Hope this helps.
833312
With this type of holster you'll probably notice the sweat. However, he does offer horsehide for this holster on his website. From what I understand horsehide is better with sweat.
1054618
This is off point, but I will say it's a great river bag. Tie a strap to it and dunk it in the river periodically, and it'll keep the water cool even on a desert river trip. It's almost like one of those old evaporative canteens.Hiking, though, and sitting in the sun, it's going to get warm.
223832
More lightweight. I am hot sweaty hiker so I would easily wear in 40s 50s. Not sure about 60s hiking. I commonly wear it over a wicking t shirt on cool mornings on the way to school from mid 30s to 60s. I will say I feel it is way more flexible temperature wise than similar weight polyester wicking shirt. I love it and have placed 2 more colors on my Amazon wish list. I hope this helps. Karl.
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I'd probably say it will soften and darken the leather. As for ruining the boots, it depends on the type of boots, age, and condition of the leather uppers. If the boots have leather uppers that are worn, scruff, feeling powdery to the touch, then probably not. On the contrary, it might revive the boots and give the leather uppers another year or so--such was the case with my keen hiking boots. If the boots are new and have much of the leather uppers intact, I would say let it be. But I would value the opinions from folks with more hiking experience and those who own more technical hiking boots. hope this info helps. I'd probably say it will soften and darken the leather. As for ruining the boots, it depends on the type of boots, age, and condition of the leather uppers. If the boots have leather uppers that are worn, scruff, feeling powdery to the touch, then probably not. On the contrary, it might revive the boots and give the leather uppers another year or so--such was the case with my keen hiking boots. If the boots are new and have much of the leather uppers intact, I would say let it be. But I would value the opinions from folks with more hiking experience and those who own more technical hiking... » Read More I'd probably say it will soften and darken the leather. As for ruining the boots, it depends on the type of boots, age, and condition of the leather uppers. If the boots have leather uppers that are worn, scruff, feeling powdery to the touch, then probably not. On the contrary, it might revive the boots and give the leather uppers another year or so--such was the case with my keen hiking boots. If the boots are new and have much of the leather uppers intact, I would say let it be. But I would value the opinions from folks with more hiking experience and those who own more technical hiking boots. hope this info helps. « Show Less
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This jacket is very thick and hard leather. It's extremely heavy and and pretty warm. I would say that it's probably not for everyday use.
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I just checked my pair. (ignoring what the manufacturer might say) Feels, looks like very soft leather. If it is synthetic, you won't know the difference. It's that good. But my money goes down on leather. I think you'll like these cans...they really do well with little power and crappy sources. Alchemy I tell you.
921462
As long as you're moving, much like any jacket. I rode just today while wearing it and it was 81 degrees and humid, but I was comfortable in the wind. With the liner out and the pockets and vents unzipped the air passes around you nicely, and that was riding two-up and still didn't have any problems staying comfortable.
754779
Mine is in my motorcycle saddlebags so for me carrying is not a problem. If your hiking gear includes a backpack you'll be fine. Being discrete will all depend on what you have to carry it in.
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I just went hiking with it this past weekend. At the end of the hike, I was sweating, and felt a lot of sweat on my back. But its a very comfortable pack. However, it lacks space for TONS of camera gear for long trips. So, be warned that if you want this trip to go cross country, its not going to store much more than a camera and a lens in the padded area. In the main compartment, stuff will move around quite a bit. So, plan carefully.
1530085
It's a smooth leather but not shiny or polished like your usual handbags or shoes. Can resemble suede but is leather because the pill is in the inside if the notebook flap. A different rustic leather experience which wears nicely with no Maintenace . At first I was not to impressed but I have really enjoyed this rugged leather. I love mine and it smells great.
1017216
To be honest, it's quite heavy due to the thick leather and quality materials. It depends on how long would you be walking with it.
464373
If it is cold I would buy XXL so you can layer. The trousers are designed for the US cruiser rider and there is fabric on the inside of the shins. Rain will get into your lower legs and run into your boots on a long ride. I suppose that is better than burnt plastic. In warm weather the gear is very hot but I only wear it on short rides.
878732
Absolutely. I took it backpacking last week and it was 32 degrees in the morning. The compression sack it comes with is fine. The straps look like they will tear under pressure at some point but so far so good.
1170578
It's solid, sturdy leather, and like all leather, you may want to use warm water to contour it a bit more to your body for a more comfortable look.
699338
I wore it a lot tucked in my bra...but when I ran in the summer, the sweat did a rust job on the inner post. Am wearing it in bra during cool weather. carrying in hip pack when I run.
883883
Sturdy enough, yes. Breathable? Probably not. My child gets very sweaty if she's in it for a long time. While it is nice and compact, I do not think it is designed for hiking.
226768
The product description reads : "Ultra Suede cover is durable and weatherproof." I've not had any problems with mine with sweat, but I wouldn't leave it outside in the weather and expect to jump on it and ride.