Outdoor Research

Echo Boxer Briefs - Men's

Best boxers there are

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Size Bought:

s

Height:

5' 8"

Weight:

155

I am pretty picky, and these boxer briefs rom OR are pretty much the only paid I feel comfortable in all day, no matter the season. 10/10 would recommend. Don't creep up your tights, don't cause constant wedgies. Just cool and comfortable.

Good improvements on the previous versions

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Comfy and light weight

Light and quick drying

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Echo Boxer Brief dries quickly when wet from sweat or if you're drenched in a river crossing or a downpour. I've had some issues with durability, but that's the trade off for the light weight and fast drying. As long as you keep them out of the dryer the elastic waistband holds up fairly well. One improvement I'd like to see is a way to keep the legs in place. They ride up a bit. I'd love it if they stayed put. Not much an issue unless I'm spending multiple days in a harness. Will buy again.

Light, soft, breathable comfort

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are really nice, breathable boxers. I can wear them for an all-day hike or as my everyday boxer. I'll pick up some more!

Best boxers around

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I now own 6 pairs of these, they have replaced all my other boxers. I use them on the river, bike, and in daily life. I haven't had them long but I hope the elastic stays form-fitting. The size is perfect.

Base layer

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Fits great. Good for hiking.

little loose for me

Fabric and design are good-- just is a little loose and not supportive for me. I'm a medium in just about every brand, including OR. Size down if you want support.

Baggy & too synthetic

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

M

Height:

6' 3"

Weight:

170

6’3” and 173 pounds, 32” waist. Medium should have an athletic fit but these do not.completely different fit than Icebreaker, Smartwool, etc. very loose and baggy. I expected the material to be light and breathable. It’s light, but clammy. Love OR, but I would not recommend these

It's a mixed bag

I'm conflicted about these. First, I love the material. Lightweight, moisture wicking, and breathable. And it's nice to see a company still making boxers with a fly (big problem trend right now is no fly). But as seems typical with OR lately, sizing is a problem. Even after going up to an XL, there is still just not enough room in the seat (but now you have a loose waistband to deal with, too). If you have a muscular butt and thighs, this isn't going to work for you because the boxers will simply be pulled down with every step.

Not the same as the original Echo Briefs

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

Large

Weight:

180

I've been a big fan of the Echo briefs but they changed the fit for the newer model. I ordered my usual size. These are loose and slide down in the back with normal activity. I won't be ordering again. Likely will switch to the Patagonia equivalent.