[pct-l] Knickers, Drawers and that special place

[rjtrick at myuw.net (Randy Trick)]

Hi everyone. Been watching the list for a while (very useful thread 
about cold-water food, BTW)
I've done plenty of hikes that were short enough to bring new underwear 
for each day, but as I prepare for the PCT I'm in a bit of a quandary. 
I don't want more than two pair and I don't want to swap them out each 
mail drop. I want to wash them out in creeks.
I've been unimpressed with the ultra-breathable underwear that is 
essentially the same material as the shirts I exercise in. Seems to 
pill pretty quick and I can't imagine that smell just rinses out. But, 
they're better than cotton. Patagonia has a line of silk underwear, 
which seems to indicate that's a popular option. But I don't know. Last 
time I wore silk it was a shirt in middle school, and it was pitted out 
before second period. Embarrassing. I just think silk underwear would 
lead to more crotch sweat.
So, any suggestions? Ladies, you're welcome to provide input too, but I 
doubt I'll find it useful.
Thanks everyone.
-- Randy
Bellingham