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qwert
Mar 5, 2007, 10:24 AM
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Am i the only one that is having a hard time finding "outdoor" underwear, especially drawers?
[rant]the only stuff that fits and is comfortable is normal cotton stuff, but it sucks for everything where i get sweaty and cold easily.
Apart from the still unsolved smell problem with synthetics, all stuff i have tried so far fits terrible. either it are boxer shorts, or a as wide as some, but no thanks, i prefer it when my stuff is kept away from my harness.
or they are cut thight like hell. maybe this is nice for guys who have a fetish for wearing womens panties, but for everything else it just sucks when only one nut fits into the pants, and the other one is squeezed to the outside, just like my friend when he decides to move a bit.
and whats the deal with that stupid doubling of the fabric in the areas where i sweat the most? why whear something made of quick drying fabric, when its used doubled at "strategical" areas so that they stay wet and sweaty all the time?
its functional underwear, so i wont die of embarrasment if its a bit transparent, so no need to double it up.[/rant]
so has anyone found some that fit? doesnt neccesary have to bee of "climbing" brands like patagonia, just hase to be quick drying and functional. i would gladly whear puma or nike, if it would work.
qwert
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rhythm164
Mar 5, 2007, 11:48 AM
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try the patagonia active classic boxers, your balls with thank you.
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overlord
Mar 5, 2007, 12:08 PM
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i prefer brief for climbing. boxers just cant keep my package away from the leg straps for some reason.
i have some briefs from jockey that are just right for the job. cotton. i think ill give some active briefs a try if ill have some $$$ to spare.
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dr_feelgood
Mar 5, 2007, 12:12 PM
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overlord wrote: i prefer brief for climbing. boxers just cant keep my package away from the leg straps for some reason. i have some briefs from jockey that are just right for the job. cotton. i think ill give some active briefs a try if ill have some $$$ to spare.
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hhelbein
Mar 5, 2007, 1:41 PM
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I like Patigonia capilene boxers and briefs (and long underwear). It is expensive, so get it on sale. Moosejaw.com currently has this stuff for buy 2 get 1 free. GoLite briefs do the job too. Both have gotten me comfortably through some miserable adventure races.
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nilregrets
Mar 5, 2007, 2:29 PM
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Duofolf boxer briefs work well. soo so soft. they double up in some areas but i think thats so it doesn't wear through. buy it cheap at campmor.com
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basilisk
Mar 5, 2007, 2:50 PM
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http://ibex wool
comfy, wicking, and doesn't smell. unstoppable
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redpoint73
Mar 5, 2007, 2:58 PM
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For tops and pants, the Patagonia Capilene are nice, and the REI MTS line (I wear the midweight for winter stuff) fit me well, seem to wick well, and are a good value.
If smell is an issue, try the Smart Wool line, wool is more odor resistant than synthetics.
On rock, I usually just wear cotton boxers. If I am going to be in a situation where wet drawers could be a life threatening issue, I have some Patagonia Capilene boxers. They also have boxer-briefs and briefs for your preference.
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alpinismo_flujo
Mar 5, 2007, 5:45 PM
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"drawers" I thought that was funny. haven't heard them referred that way since I was a little kid....
I am pleased with Ex-Officio's Boxer Briefs. Keeps the "bean bags" supported nicely, fights odor and is not cotton.
I use these for cragging, traveling, alpine. 
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anykineclimb
Mar 5, 2007, 5:49 PM
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dr_feelgood wrote: overlord wrote: i prefer brief for climbing. boxers just cant keep my package away from the leg straps for some reason. i have some briefs from jockey that are just right for the job. cotton. i think ill give some active briefs a try if ill have some $$$ to spare. try underarmor boxer-briefs...
this is what I pretty much always wear
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redpoint73
Mar 5, 2007, 7:50 PM
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anykineclimb wrote: dr_feelgood wrote: try underarmor boxer-briefs... this is what I pretty much always wear
Anything particularly special about the Under Armour brand? It seems to have gotten very popular. Is this due to superior wicking, fit, durability, or some other feature? Or is it more b/c of their association with pro football and other sports teams?
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phugganut
Mar 5, 2007, 8:04 PM
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My prefered choice in undergarments is cheaper, easier to find, easier to remove quickly (oh yeah!) , breathes MUCH better than anything else, doesn't hold odors or moisture, and is 100% natural. Just go commando all the time. Problem solved. Underwear is redundant, unnecessary, and superfluous. Save that $30 you were gonna spend on fancy techno-underwear and put it towards something useful. Just my 2 cents.
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slowhand
Mar 5, 2007, 8:25 PM
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I wear these they make your package look huge.
http://www.aussiebum.com.au/en/underwear/index.php?modelid=355
You never know when you might lose you pants. You gotta look good.
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qwert
Mar 5, 2007, 9:49 PM
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phugganut wrote: My prefered choice in undergarments is cheaper, easier to find, easier to remove quickly (oh yeah!) , breathes MUCH better than anything else, doesn't hold odors or moisture, and is 100% natural. Just go commando all the time. Problem solved. Underwear is redundant, unnecessary, and superfluous. Save that $30 you were gonna spend on fancy techno-underwear and put it towards something useful. Just my 2 cents.
as said i prefer it when my goods are stored safe and away from my leg loops. i only have heard the storys about the pain a nut under a leg loop causes, and it was to much for me to take 
and it can be quite uncomfortable apart from the not in leg loop situation.
there are indeed situations where underwear inst needed, but imho climbing and most other outdoor sports (apart from biking) arent among these.
slowhand wrote: I wear these they make your package look huge. http://www.aussiebum.com.au/en/underwear/index.php?modelid=355 You never know when you might lose you pants. You gotta look good.
any other suggestions? my main concerns are fast drying and breathable.
qwert
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sactownclimber
Mar 5, 2007, 10:05 PM
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I've got a pair of REI boxer-briefs that are da bomb. Keeps my boys out of the way, but is still comfy like a pair of boxers. I've worn them several days in a row on while backpacking, and have had no issues with the smell . . . though that could be three days worth of BO overpowering anything else :-)
I'd like to get more, but I'm cheap, I'll only pay for something like that when it's on clearance.
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iamthewallress
Mar 5, 2007, 10:31 PM
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This is the first post that I've seen that would support the case for making a Men's Room.
Good luck finding the perfect pair of undies.
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ryanb
Mar 6, 2007, 5:45 AM
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I just got a harness with ajustable leg loops and keep them tight enough to keep the junk out.
Failing that your best bet is probably your basic, ultralight, nylon mesh man thong.
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kjohnnytarr
Mar 6, 2007, 5:56 AM
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Why where them at all? I don't.
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bent_gate
Mar 6, 2007, 10:58 AM
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UnderArmor is primarily Nylon and (with a small amount of stretchy lycra to make it cling) and so is ideal for aerobic activity. It dries a little faster than Polyester underwear and feels cooler (though it may just be the lighter weight of nylon). Most people, including myself feel nylon is the best underwear for Summer weather, especially if you are in conditions where you are constantly sweating. Most other underwear is primarily Polyester which also does a good job of wicking and keeping you dry as well. However, Polyester also does a better job of insulating which is not as desirable in the summer. Polyester is great Fall through Spring, and is great for when your sweating varies between activities.
There are other generic brands of Nylon active underwear other than Under Armor, but UA pays money for NFL recognition, and if a store is going to carry just one nylon line, it is going to be Under Armor. It can actually be difficult to find generic Nylon underwear in stores these days. Polyester is the choice in all of the Outdoor brands. And between the two fabrics, it's best for three out of four seasons, so most people just use it as their one solution for active underwear year round. You can also use the nylon year round, but you lose a minor amount of insulation. But this is usually made up for by the insulation of your main layer anyway.
Another advantage of Under Armor is the cut. UA does a good job of shaping their underwear to make room for your man package.
But even the best underwear will have binding issues at some point when worn under pants, and then a harness. (some types worse than others). There is only one system I have had that has never had any binding issues, and that is going COMMANDO! In the summer, there is nothing better, and once you go commando, you will never go back! Superior ventilation and no binding! If you are on daytrips where you can change pants for the next day, this is the way to go. If its a mulitday backcountry trip though, forget it. It will get pretty nasty.
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boredatwork
Mar 6, 2007, 12:57 PM
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I second the Ex-Officio Boxer Briefs. I have used them now for about 2 years and I love them. I work out in them, climb, or pretty much anything active. Wore them 5 days straight on a Sierra's trip and had no odor. Good stuff.
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redpoint73
Mar 6, 2007, 5:28 PM
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Thanks for the well-written answer to my question. I've been wondering for a while why all the cool kids on the block are wearing the Under Armour.
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billcoe_
Mar 6, 2007, 6:48 PM
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You guys wear underwear?
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