[pct-l] Clothing Options

[Tortoise]

I don't know what is "commando" about now wearing underwear. However when 
I'm hot and sweaty, shedding my underwear is cooler and the ventilation / 
lack of ventilation blocking helps a lot in minimizing my psoriasis rash in 
that area. I'm also a fan of REI convertible hiking pants/shorts. Pockets 
come in handy for storing misc. gear I want at hand even when I drop the 
pack and explore without it.

As others have said; try out your clothing choices in varying hiking 
conditions before your thru hike.

Tortoise

Those who make peaceful revolution impossible will make violent revolution inevitable
President John F Kennedy,  1962

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On 2012.07.26 12:10, Barry Teschlog wrote:
> Note:  Here's a tip on your clothing.  I'd strongly recommend considering going "commando" under the hiking pants / shorts as the extra layer of fabric just holds sweat / moisture, salt crust and dust / dirt directly on the skin increasing your chances of developing a chafing condition that can knock you off the trail.  One of the guys i started with fell victim to severe chafe and dropped off by Scissors Crossing (~mile 78).  Bring Body Glide or equivalent and apply liberally the first couple of weeks to help the transition to trail conditions, plus be a fanatic when it comes to personal hygiene.
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