i rabbit hunt in virginia. i've used regular uninsulated carharts with a set of nite lite chaps over them, good protection from briars but not very warm. then i went to white water brush bibs, about the same protection but no warmth. now i use filson bibs with leg zippers, the best protection, briars and water, and very warm. i haven't worn my longjohns yet this year. if you hunt in warmer climates you would have to wear shorts or cotton pants under them to keep from roasting. a hunting buddy uses mule bibs and chaps and has been very happy with them. mule hunting clothes has a web site. as far as wick, do a search on espomagazine.com. my vote is for the filson, the warrenty plus the quality is worth the price to me. good luck with your decision.