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Post by hammerhead on Feb 27, 2012 20:25:13 GMT -5
There's a saying in regards to outdoor clothing that "cotton kills". In a nutshell, it's because when cotton gets wet, it stays wet and takes forever (comparatively) to dry out. So in a worst case scenario, wet cotton (from rain or sweat) can cause hypothermia. Not likely at Bonnaroo unless you were to dehydrate. However, when cotton boxer shorts get wet they tend to stay wet and result in chaffing of the inner thighs. The wet cotton combines with your own salts and creates a surprisingly abrasive medium. Throw in a bunch of heat and a bunch of friction and yer screwed. Very likely at Bonnaroo.
Also, you don't need to be a chubby to have this happen. Worst chaffing I ever got was during a marathon and I was in pretty decent shape.
The Under Armour not only dries quickly and breathes well, (let's the air flow in and out) but it also accomplishes this while staying close to your skin... so the friction occurs between the two layers of fabric rather than between soggy salty fabric and your skin.
"To have a great adventure and survive, requires good judgment. Good judgment comes from experience. Experience, of course, is the result of poor judgment."
No help here. I let my boys roam in cargo shorts without any medication (for them anyway ) and never have a problem. I'm not sure why some people are tormented and others are blissfully unaware. Just happy to be among the blissful few.
There's a saying in regards to outdoor clothing that "cotton kills". In a nutshell, it's because when cotton gets wet, it stays wet and takes forever (comparatively) to dry out. So in a worst case scenario, wet cotton (from rain or sweat) can cause hypothermia. Not likely at Bonnaroo unless you were to dehydrate. However, when cotton boxer shorts get wet they tend to stay wet and result in chaffing of the inner thighs. The wet cotton combines with your own salts and creates a surprisingly abrasive medium. Throw in a bunch of heat and a bunch of friction and yer screwed. Very likely at Bonnaroo.
Also, you don't need to be a chubby to have this happen. Worst chaffing I ever got was during a marathon and I was in pretty decent shape.
The Under Armour not only dries quickly and breathes well, (let's the air flow in and out) but it also accomplishes this while staying close to your skin... so the friction occurs between the two layers of fabric rather than between soggy salty fabric and your skin.
thanks for the tips guys, looks like Target has single pairs of synthetic compression boxers for $9.99 which sounds to be a good investment. I realize this is probably a personal choice based on funk endurance but how many pairs is good? I was thinking (2 pair) synthetics during the day and my regular cotton boxers at night?
Introduced our neighbors to medicated GB last year. At one point we literally sat around in a circle drinking beers and passing around the bottle of GB.
I have issues with chafing and have never quite figured out the best combo. After straight chafing injury last year, I need to figure this out or I might DIE.
I'm from FL, so maybe I see things differently, but the hotter it gets, the less clothes I want on.....so, I wear loose shorts, a loose shirt, and nothing underneath....pack cigs and money in a ziploc bag, don't care if it rains or shines, I'm comfortable..
I do take some powder (mix regular and gold bond) and shower daily....never had a problem.
Dude, really? That stuff sucks hardcore. I have worn it before.
Ok, first off, the concept of cotton killing is 10 years old. Look for cotton clothing with the "transdry" label in it. That is cotton formulated to be less hydrophilic. Even still, I would not wear it at roo, since it is definitely not as effective as a good polypropalene set.
Next, remember, unless under armour is treated right, the 100% poly is 100% water RETAINING. It would be like wearing a plastic bag around your nuts. So, to make sure yo uare getting the full value, take a water dropper to the store, and test to make sure it absorbs before you buy it. Next, DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER. It will block the wicking mechanism for good, since that stuff is basically animal fat. Test the wicking as you pack to make sure you still have working shorts.
Finally, compression shorts have lycra in it which wil lnot breath under any circumstance. So go with a lower lycra count if you can.
I have worn good performance shorts the last 5 years without gold bond, and have had NO problems. Althought I am going to ride the gold bond and baby wipe train this year.
Post by ignignoktroo on Mar 24, 2012 12:48:44 GMT -5
Back in '07, one where it was hot as Hell and even more dusty, I saw 3 guys walking around in sarong-type things. They walked up to a trash can, pulled their undies down, and ditched 'em right there. Not sure if I'd try that (or wear a sarong) but I bet they were cool the rest of the day!
ohdearlord, I hope I don't have dreams tonight of Eskimos blowing on all y'all's collective naughty bits.
On a side note: since Gold Bond is made in my city, I'll contact the marketing folks to see if maybe they'll let me have a big ol' box of sample sizes to bring to Brunch. That's easier to transport than a trunk full of Eskimos.
Gold bond should be a sponsor for 'roo They have gotten tons of free advertising and testimonials through the years on here.....
Found the real lifesaver last weekend while I was backpacking in Arizona. Boys, do yourself a favor and get the Armachillo briefs from Duluth Trading Co. Easily the most comfortable and cooling thing I've ever worn, def gonna buy a couple more and have that be my goto for Roo this year.
On the topic of using gold bond on your bits, do it as sparingly as you can. It contains talc, which has been recently proved can cause cancer if applied to your private parts too frequently.
On the topic of using gold bond on your bits, do it as sparingly as you can. It contains talc, which has been recently proved can cause cancer if applied to your private parts too frequently.
On the topic of using gold bond on your bits, do it as sparingly as you can. It contains talc, which has been recently proved can cause cancer if applied to your private parts too frequently.
Just a friendly heads up.
Same thing with steak apparently...
I've never tried applying steak to my bits to reduce chafing but hey, I'm not here to judge
I usually do well with compression-short-style boxer briefs. I can't go commando because my shorts aren't long enough, and the compression short factor pretty much eliminates the chub rub.
I usually do well with compression-short-style boxer briefs. I can't go commando because my shorts aren't long enough, and the compression short factor pretty much eliminates the chub rub.
I usually do well with compression-short-style boxer briefs. I can't go commando because my shorts aren't long enough, and the compression short factor pretty much eliminates the chub rub.
Big dick humble brag.
You would think so, but the man also does loves him some short shorts.
I usually do well with compression-short-style boxer briefs. I can't go commando because my shorts aren't long enough, and the compression short factor pretty much eliminates the chub rub.
Big dick humble brag.
I can't just opt to wear a long skirt either. Too much ground chafing.
) and never have a problem. I'm not sure why some people are tormented and others are blissfully unaware. Just happy to be among the blissful few.
