Hi;
I need to have a clean pair of underwear (pants only) each day I am out on the trail. Last trip, which lasted 6 days/5 nights I carried 5 pr polyester briefs. My pack was far too heavy, so I'm now in the process of winnowing it down for longer hikes.
For underpants, I need something that dries fast - so I can carry only one pair besides what I am wearing, rinsing out and drying the used pair overnight in my tent or outside if weather permits.
I know that polyester and some other synthetic fabrics get really smelly, even if they're rinsed out, so I'm looking elsewhere. What about Merino wool? I have a short sleeved and a long sleeved shirt of Merino wool, which I like for hiking. They seem to dry pretty fast, but I've never had experience using Merino wool as underwear.
Would you recommend it, or should I look elsewhere?
Since I will only buy two pair, I can spend the $30 or so what they will cost me.
Thanks for your help.
Arden