Base Layer

By Illimani94 Ranked #74 - Men's Underwear January 14, 2012

These are remarkably comfortable, and have remained so over time (my oldest pair are from 2006). The Cap 2 moves moisture quickly; even in coastal Ecuador the sweat just kept moving outward. The fit is supportive but not too clingy. These dry fast when washed in a sink and hung on a clothesline to dry. I have a 36" waist, and the size L is a good fit, so true to size. They even have a fly, a fly that actually works well. Small point, but done poorly so often.

The only negative I can think of is that the legs will lose some of their shape as the garment gets older, so they do start to ride up at times. That's the 5 yr old ones, so perhaps it's inevitable. To this point not a real problem, but I can see it reaching a point where I will retire them. A fabric with some Lycra would keep shape better, but also hold more moisture. On balance these are the best "action" underwear I've had, and the ones I keep buying.

View Details: Patagonia Capilene 2 Boxer Brief - Men's

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