Merino wool alternatives to LeoLines/TomboyX?
Merino wool alternatives to LeoLines/TomboyX?
Hi all,
I’m going on a backpacking trip in a month, and the only tucking underwear I’ve ever heard of is LeoLines and TomboyX, but I might as well ask if there’s anything else. Bonus points if it uses a material like merino wool.
I use both brands for normal daily use, but Leolines is made from cotton and TomboyX is polyester, both of which are not great for temperature and odor control during outdoor trips.
Tucking the old-school way sounds super confusing, so I’d rather not resort to that.
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Origami Customs.
can confirm I use a gaff from them to tuck and it works pretty well to hold things tight - though it doesn't eliminate all bumps or smooth out the area completely. I could imagine that working for hiking, though I suspect it would get pretty warm and sweaty and after days I'm not sure how the rubbing and movement would feel. Could work, though.
Origami Customs
Hi, do you know what the fiber content is? From checking their website they seem to have a lot to say about how their fabrics are sourced, but nothing as to what they are made of.
I checked my actual gaff and it doesn't even say what the material is (like on the tag, anywhere)!!
I'm not 100% sure, I think mesh? But it seems like the fabric from their tucking underwear varies from pair to pair. (From their FAQ: "When you place an order, the fabrics may not be the same as previous orders.")
They have some bras and underwear specifically designated as bamboo, which is just as good as merino, but it's seemingly only for their non-tucking underwear.
Regardless, unless you order one of the premade ready to ship items it probably won't get to you in time for this trip. They have quite long turnaround times.
It would probably melt on the stovetop, but other than that idk. If it's not on their site you can email them. I can say it's very fine but sturdy mesh. It feels dry even when it may not be...