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May 13, 2012 at 6:35 pm #1289876
After reading Mike McClellands book, I'm sold on the idea of using swim trunks as opposed to underwear.
Any recommendations? Which ones are the lightest, breathable, etc.
May 13, 2012 at 6:59 pm #1877358SPEEDOS… if ya got the body to go with them.
May 13, 2012 at 7:05 pm #1877361I have a pair of these that work great as both shorts and swim trunks.
May 13, 2012 at 7:47 pm #1877372You could use running shorts as well.
Please no Speedos.
May 13, 2012 at 7:52 pm #1877376Yes agreed no speedo's. :)
Daniel, how much do those shorts weigh?May 13, 2012 at 7:53 pm #1877377Speak for yourself. ;-)
May 13, 2012 at 8:36 pm #1877390Used as your hiking underwear to combat chaffing and as a swim suit as well. They just look like bike shorts so would be just fine.
May 14, 2012 at 12:33 pm #1877552I'm hoping for something somewhat modest. I don't want to scare other hikers with speedos or anything else form fitting.
In Mike Clellands video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_J4D3AHzlxQ
He seems to be wearing something a bit looser.I've been looking at the mountain hardwear Refueler shorts: http://www.mountainhardwear.com/Men%27s-Refueler%E2%84%A2-Short/OM4623,default,pd.html
They are antimicrobial, 3.5oz and have a liner. They have a dwr finish on them, which is nice for drying quick, but I'm wondering if that will make me sweaty when worn under my pants?
May 14, 2012 at 12:54 pm #1877560It's very simple, actually. The higher you cut, the lighter they get. You're welcome!
Edit: [removed incredibly disturbing pic of hairy man in mid-cheek jean cut-offs. Now, only Roger's eyes will have that burned into the retinas! Hmmm. Maybe I'll repost in a thread about chafing]
Seriously, any running shorts (Saucony, Brooks, Pearl Izumi, etc) like the MH Refueler should be fine. Nice too that you can often find running shorts on sale at specialty running stores or places like REI or roadrunnnersports.com. Target has Champion brand ones. Just make sure the waistband and liner are comfortable for you.
May 14, 2012 at 2:55 pm #1877604I am really not sure that the photo should not be removed to protect minors …
Or to protect MY eyes.
Horrible!Cheers
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