I need some new underwear...(seriously)

[CLEAR CUT]

White Cotton Panties. 'Nuff said.

[Jaybow]

skip the skivvies..in the army, I'd just smear my lower regions up good with some vaseline. better to be friction free on those long road marches.

[WILLIE]

skip the skivvies..in the army, I'd just smear my lower regions up good with some vaseline. better to be friction free on those long road marches.

I can still clearly remember one of the biggest tactical mistakes of my life as if it were yesterday. 20 years ago, I'm standing in an equipment issue line at the start of my Army basic training. I'm watching the lips of the sergeant behind the desk as he asks me in slow motion..."BOXERS OR BRIEFS?" I think to myself, "I've never worn boxers, fuck it, I'll give 'em a try." So by the end of basic, my new choice is...DO I WANT TO SLING MY NUTS OVER MY SHOULDER OR TUCK 'EM INTO MY SOCK?

[ogreboy]

Under Armour is great. Black boxer brief 9" inseam.
Well worth the $20.
I first tried them about 3 years ago and have never gone back.
I have 3 different designs and they have gotten better over time.
The mesh on the crotch area is a good improvement.
The original 2 pair that I bought 3 years ago are still just fine.

And for socks I use wool blend hiking socks, they don't get soggy like cotton, and they have better cushion, and they breath better.


I have been eyeballing these though. They won't melt to your sac like the UA.
Ibex Roaster Boxers

[Resolute]

I used to work at an outdoor store in my region and I had access to "pro deals" where I got products for super cheap. I tried the ExOfficio boxers, and LOVED them. I have ten pairs now - they wick well, feel great, and don't have seams in annoying places. They're pretty good at stretching too. The only downside of any synthetic is that sometimes they can hold on to smells, but I haven't had this problem with mine. They also will wash well - and if you're hiking, just toss a pair in a Nalgene with some soap and water, put it sideways in your pack, and walking will swish them and wash them for you during the day.

Someone said Smartwool - I love their products, and even though every one of their wool products I own aren't itchy, something about having wool that close to my junk makes me just itch thinking about it.

Oh, and silk - the problem with silk is it wears quickly and it doesn't stretch. I haven't found that it does a great job wicking either. Just my 2c.

[TheFishinMagician]

...if you're hiking, just toss a pair in a Nalgene with some soap and water, put it sideways in your pack, and walking will swish them and wash them for you during the day.

Good idea!


I have a total of 7 pair of the ExOfficio's, now. I wear them daily. Best underdrawers I've ever owned.

[Resolute]

Thanks, molawns - I find it so much easier to wash something that way - takes all the effort out of it. I wear mine daily too - I work 12-16 hour shifts and they are like night and day from cotton.

And, I forgot to mention - put them on the outside of your pack (the dark green or black ones blend well with surroundings, if you guys are concerned about that), and they will be completely dry within 60-90 minutes, depending on the humidity. This of course does not work in freezing temperatures

[zXzGrifterzXz]

...if you're hiking, just toss a pair in a Nalgene with some soap and water, put it sideways in your pack, and walking will swish them and wash them for you during the day.

Good idea!

Agreed, I will have to give this a try. I bet it would work for a pair of socks too.

This of course does not work in freezing temperatures

It is however, very refreshing.

[Maeklos]

This of course does not work in freezing temperatures

It is however, very refreshing.

Especially the part where you've got to peel off the frozen underwear that is superglued to your scrots.

[zXzGrifterzXz]

This of course does not work in freezing temperatures

It is however, very refreshing.

Especially the part where you've got to peel off the frozen underwear that is superglued to your scrots.

It will be a great story to tell the emergency room nurse.

[Resolute]

Kind of like this!

[Klarion]

I'm on the SmartWool wagon. The underwear is outrageously expensive, and I don't find it to be itchy at all. I've replaced nearly all of my socks with the SW brand too, and I couldn't be happier. They hold onto smell much, much less easily when compared to synthetics, and it's not quite as funky when it does come on.

[aa1pr]

I had an issue a couple years ago with getting chafing and rashes caused by swamp crotch while wearing cotton boxers in the Carolina summers. I switched over all of my underwear to Under Armour, and haven't had a problem since. I wear the boxer briefs, which are shorter than bike shorts, but long enough to ensure that they never ride up the crack. They are expensive at $20-30 a pair, but they are worth it.

I also switched out all my cotton undershirts for poly undershirts (5.11 brand, which were a little less expensive than Under Armour), and wearing the sweat wicking material top and bottom really does help keep you cooler and drier in the summer. The only downside to the shirts is that you get BO a little stronger than with cotton tees. However, if you're camping, a quick rinse in a stream, a good wring, and 30 minutes on a line and the shirt is clean and ready to go again.

--Hatch

I also use moisture wicking under garments (boxer briefs) from makers like under armor and even Nike, they can be found at most major retailers. I also shave the forest floor and use that along with goldbond powder and feel less irritation there. It does take a bit to get accustomed to the saved forest floor feeling but find it more comfortabe in hot and physical situations. The downside in hot climates is that the moisture wicking shirts take the sweat off yoru body and can dehydrate you I was told. ?? Like say you were in the direct sun etc. So 1 benefit may potentially cause another issue.

I am not too sure about the pertoluem jelly thing as when you get all worked up I would think it would run like any greasy product does and cause a mess??

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[tilt]

UA or DuoFold long johns in the cold-cold (under 40 degrees), UA boxers in the warm-cold (40-65-ish) and swim trunks with mesh undies in the warm-warm (over 65-ish). I also wear a pair of leg-zip-off hiking pants as my year round pants, which is why I need long johns in the 40's (the pants are thin)... but when it warms up later in the day, out come the UA boxers and off go the leggings. It's pretty versatile for South Texas.

[Invictus99]

It took me my first ruck march back in Basic Training to learn that underwear and hiking / ruck marching are not friends. A little powder is all i use.

[onenineoneonemergency]

Don’t go commando. Only pornstars don’t wear underwear. It seems the majority vote is Under Armor. I’ve never owned a piece of UA clothing in my life; I think they have far too much competition. There’s a company out of Kentucky called SEKRI they make components of the PCU for Special Operations. They make a very good boxer brief for a good price. I own two pair and plan on buying more in the future. Buy a size down. Their sizes run large and the boxers stretch. They’re Polartec Powerdry, and I think they have silver fibers in them.

Check it out, and while you’re there check out their other clothing.

http://www.sekri.org/Merchant2/merchant ... de=SOF-102

[Zoltan]

Rocking all new Under Armor 9" seam Boxer Briefs!! Oh good god are they awesome!!!! No more sweaty crotch, even after an houir on the treadmill. Well, maybe a bit, but nothing at all like with cotton.

They also have them in a 6" seam and one other kind, so take your pick. Got mine from Amazon.com.

Well, I will never be going back to anything else. Well worth the $20 each!!!!

[ogreboy]

That is one of the most delicate and important parts of your body.

Don't skimp.

Your junk will thank you.

I still say UA with the 9 inch inseam. I have tried other brands and they don't seem to fit the same for me. I haven't tried them all, and I'll probably try more, but after I got that first pair of UA for $20 I found it very easy to buy a couple pair every time I went to REI and now I'm all stocked up. Its like crack but it lasts longer, and the first ones not free.

Just my two copper pennies.

[rambo91145]

+1...I wear UA 9' boxerjocks (i have a few 6'ers too, but they tend to ride up in heavy activity), well worth the money. Ive worn them damn near everyday for like 2 years, still going strong, so i bought a bunch more. I also wear UA loosegear shirts as undershirts at work, Theyve lasted a few years and are comfortable as well. rebok dri-fit shirts are pretty good too, and usually cheaper than UA. Just like most gear, buy lots of cheap stuff or a few quality pieces, but the good stuff is usually better. Stay dry!

That is one of the most delicate and important parts of your body.

Don't skimp.

Your junk will thank you.

I still say UA with the 9 inch inseam. I have tried other brands and they don't seem to fit the same for me. I haven't tried them all, and I'll probably try more, but after I got that first pair of UA for $20 I found it very easy to buy a couple pair every time I went to REI and now I'm all stocked up. Its like crack but it lasts longer, and the first ones not free.

Just my two copper pennies.

[BullOnParade]

A lot of people have commented on how quickly some of the brand names have worn out for them.
Might the problem lay with your laundering habits? These are considered special blend, high performance fabrics, if you're washing them in a standard washing machine they need to be run on the delicate cycle, not with your jeans.

I like the Nalgene idea though, wash all day, dry over night, change in the morning.

[Oneswunk]

Shave the boys free ball .

[Angrypirate]

Get some of the ex-officio boxer briefs if you can. Mine cost all of $10-$15 a pair (AUD$) and have served me well almost every day for several years. if they can prevent me getting crotch rot in New Guinea (which they did), which is so hot and humid EVERYTHING is damp, they should help you. If they dont, then my boy you need a doctor

[akaufman]

I'm sure the guy who originally posted about underwear has found something (or maybe he didn't...) but I found this thread while I was searching for some new underwear options. After more reading than anyone should do about underwear, I am back where I started: UA boxers for men, found here http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/m ... /underwear. I wear them every day and like the mesh boxers for hiking...they wick incredibly well. Anyway, if anyone was still wondering...these are absolutely worth the money, and after all my searching and testing, I haven't found anything better. One pair and you'll be a lifetime convert (seriously).

[knightoftheroad]

Exofficio underwear made out of nylon with some spandex.

For a cheaper version try the Duluth Trading nylon underwear. Maybe try the Duluth underwear first as it is cheaper than ExOfficio.

Powder:
Gold Bond or cornstarch. Check also Caldesene. CVS also has a generic version of Caldesene which is cheaper. Caldesene has Zinc Oxide 15% which I believe kills bacteria. Higher than Gold Bond.

I recall reading on an online hiker forumwhere where DESENEX powder was also recommended-shake some to help get rid/prevent rashes down there.

Look also at the pants you are wearing. Heavy jeans? Too close cut? If possible after hiking try and switch out a pair of underwear rather than a sweat soaked pair hanging on you for hours. Have a little towel that you can wipe yourself off with clean water before you put on a clean pair.