Local beers, new friends and discovered music. These are the
things you photograph and blog about to your Facebook friends when
traveling the world. But writing home about your underwear is not
exactly on top of most travelers' to do list. But that's why I'm here.
And I'm telling you, a few good pairs of undies designed specifically
for travel can make your trip much more enjoyable. Here are three
reasons why.
Easily Cleaned and Fast Drying
Anyone who's done a lot of backpack travel knows that Laundromats
aren't exactly on every corner in many countries. Cold water and a
bucket may be all you have. Quality travel underwear, such as the
Exofficio series, is designed to be cold washed and quick dried. You can
just rinse it in the sink, hang it over a chair and it's ready to wear
or pack in a few hours. The joy of newly cleaned, dry underwear when
traveling can't be underestimated.
Health
Nothing like damp clothes and a dark warm backpack to build up odors
and bacteria. And I'm not a big fan of placing fungus-filled fabric
near my nether regions. Like Laundromats, jock itch and ring worm
remedies are also not on every corner in remote Amazon villages. So the
second big benefit of travel underwear is that most are treated with an
antimicrobial shield that fights bacteria and odors between washings. If
you have to stuff your undies in the bottom of your pack and travel for
a few days, they will still be fresh when you pull them back out. And
nothing can crimp a trip's style more than a nice little fungal rash
down below. Eliminate the risk.
Durability
Comparing regular underwear to travel specific underwear is like
comparing twine and climber's rope. One is made for everyday tasks the
other is designed for adventure. Quality travel underwear
is designed specifically for extended use. They are breathable,
stretchable and hold up to active, athletic activity.
Exofficio is fond
of saying "16 Countries, 1 Pair." That might be a bit hardcore, but
travel-style underwear is designed to last and not leave you, well,
hanging, while on the road.
So while a quality craft pale ale from
the country of your choice is a bit more exciting to share with friends
than your discovery of the joys of travel underwear. Bringing along a
few quality pairs can keep you healthy, clean and dry.
Author Michael Anderson is a long-time, international backpack traveler and blogger for www.BackpackersPost.Blogspot.com. He likes local beer, unplanned adventure and music he's never heard before.
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