Obsidian Foundry Vs TraceUpdated 2 months ago
The Obsidian Foundry Pants combine merino wool with nylon reinforcements in high-wear areas, delivering a balance of natural odor resistance, stealth, and improved durability. They’re ultra-quiet, making them ideal for spot-and-stalk and archery hunters looking to close the distance without being heard.
While they do great in warm conditions, the Obsidian’s sweet spot is in that 45°F to 60°F range—cool mornings, moderate days, and variable terrain where staying quiet and scent-free really pays off.
Why You’ll Love Them:
Merino wool offers natural odor control
Nylon paneling boosts durability in rugged terrain
Incredibly quiet—perfect for bowhunters
Ideal for early to mid-season hunts in cooler temps
Trace Pant: Lightweight Breathability Built for Heat
The Trace Pant is your answer for hot, humid days in the field. Built with ultralight KineticGrid™ fabric, HeiQ Pure odor control, and a DWR finish, this pant is designed to keep you cool, dry, and moving—whether you're chasing spring gobblers or getting deep during early archery season.
Its standout feature? Laser-perforated ventilation zones that increase airflow in critical areas, helping your body dump heat even when the sun’s beating down. This pant thrives in temps over 60°F and is a go-to for high-output hunts in the heat.
Why You’ll Love Them:
Built-in ventilation for maximum airflow
Lightweight and fast-drying
HeiQ Pure treatment to reduce odor
Perfect for spring and early fall warm-weather hunts
Which One’s Right for You?
Both the Obsidian Foundry and Trace Pants deliver serious performance for early-season hunters—but they’re tuned for different kinds of heat.
Choose Obsidian Foundry if you need a quiet, scent-managing pant with enough warmth and toughness for cool mornings, thicker brush, and extended glassing sessions.
Go with Trace if you’re hunting in hot, dry or humid weather and need a breathable, lightweight solution that moves with you and keeps the heat off your back.
Bottom line: Whether you’re glassing ridgelines in September or working ridges for spring gobblers, there’s a First Lite pant designed for the mission.