r/MerinoWoolGear

I've learned my body is pretty particular about my underwear, so I've switched everything over to 100% cotton, but if you're familiar with hiker lingo, cotton kills, and I need something that dries out quicker.

I jumped to exofficio first, but the synthetic fiber they use in their boxers was so rough it chaffed my tip (pardon my french) so bad it would sting for days after running a few miles.

So I was turned off of synthetics and went to icebreaker merino, since they were the only 100% merino wool boxers I could find. They felt great, but on multi day backpacking trips, the boxers wouldn't wick my creases properly, and I ended up with a horrible case of jock itch on day 3 of a backpacking trip.

I thought maybe the solution would be icebreaker briefs, since the fabric rests more naturally in those areas, but in the ensuing time since I've purchased my boxers I've seen many many reports that the quality of Icebreaker is in the shitter.

So I humbly ask you experts in this sub, where tf should I get merino wool boxers that wont cause me some kind of harm when I'm backpacking consecutive big mile days.

Any recommendations for brands that do quality merino thermals for everyday wear in wintertime would’ve much appreciated…. I am based in Australia. I am wanting to get rid of my synthetic or synthetic blends and replace with merino. :-)

Are any of you guys tall and have found a brand that fits? So far I've seen rei and llbean that have tall sizes and I really need some tall sized merino shirts for travel so I am looking for recommendations,

I'm new to merino wool clothing, but just picked up a few tee shirts and a hoodie for traveling. Usually when traveling I've gotten in the habit of ranger rolling all my clothes. Is this generally considered safe for wool clothing?

I see a lot of merino apparel devotees on Reddit so I'd like to introduce myself. My name is Steve Noa. I am a career wool buyer and trader in Australia. After decades of seeing my industry shrink and ignore the casual market potential for merino, I decided to do it myself. I founded TheMerinoPolo around 3 years ago and grown very quickly going from a handful of products to now 600 SKUs.
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Problem: Whenever I play ball, I end up smelling like the basketball - rubber pounced on concrete.

I already have a 87/13 merino wool (long sleeve) tee that I tested out yesterday; it seems to have mitigated the issue. I did not enjoy the push back from the fabric's nylon/elastane when going up for a jumper.

Because of the odor issue not being 100% resolved and the push back from the fiber (I assume it's the nylon that's the culprit), I was wondering about 100% Merino Wool regarding any odor-resistant improvements and durability. Also, the best deal I've found is Quince's 100% Merino Wool - how's the durability from them?

Problem 2: Also, I would like to use it in the gym, but it's slippery against seating - I saw something about superwash.

Alternative: I am also concerned about how it would fare in the summer heat, especially compared to Lululemon's Metal Vent Tech tees.

Other Blends: I am also curious about other fibers for blends, such cotton or rayon/viscose/modal.

R's: And, lastly, I ask for your bang for buck brand / buy it for life / tried & tested recommendations.

TYIA!

Hello what are some ways to safely remove stains from a lightweight merino wool dress..ie grease or food stains
Thank you