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Re: Merino wool ironbender #16741544 12/19/21
Joined: Jan 2018 Posts: 23,506 Oregon Beaver10 Campfire Ranger
Beaver10 Campfire Ranger Joined: Jan 2018 Posts: 23,506 Oregon	Originally Posted by ironbender Originally Posted by Happy_Camper Sometimes I go back to polypropylene or EXO synthetic. That would usually be when I plan a long hike with wool pants. The reason is that wool on wool layers offers resistance. Extra energy is expended from the extra effort of fighting the additional friction of the course fibers. If it's extra cold, then an extra pair can be worn. Wool long johns under poly, then wool pants. This helps the bearing surfaces to move easier. How cold is it to need TWO pairs of long johns and wool pants during activity? This is hilarious!! Going from standing to being on his knees repeatedly, is an activity only Glamper can speak about with authority. 🦫 Curiosity Killed the Cat & The Prairie Dog “Molon Labe”

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Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741550 12/19/21
Joined: Feb 2005 Posts: 9,472 Billings, Montana B BWalker Campfire Outfitter
BWalker Campfire Outfitter B Joined: Feb 2005 Posts: 9,472 Billings, Montana	Merino wool doesn't make you stink after 5 days in elk camp with no shower. It also doesn't dry out nearly as fast as synthetic options. It seems to be warmer than synthetic options as well.

Re: Merino wool Beaver10 #16741585 12/19/21
Joined: Jun 2020 Posts: 9,450 Happy_Camper Campfire Outfitter
Happy_Camper Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2020 Posts: 9,450	Originally Posted by Beaver10 Originally Posted by ironbender Originally Posted by Happy_Camper Sometimes I go back to polypropylene or EXO synthetic. That would usually be when I plan a long hike with wool pants. The reason is that wool on wool layers offers resistance. Extra energy is expended from the extra effort of fighting the additional friction of the course fibers. If it's extra cold, then an extra pair can be worn. Wool long johns under poly, then wool pants. This helps the bearing surfaces to move easier. How cold is it to need TWO pairs of long johns and wool pants during activity? This is hilarious!! Going from standing to being on his knees repeatedly, is an activity only Glamper can speak about with authority. 🦫 You and Con"man" sure are obsessed with your sexual identities. Why is it you (chosen pronoun here) talk funny, walk funny, and constantly talk about what's on your perv minds? "An evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh." Last edited by Happy_Camper; 12/19/21.

Re: Merino wool BWalker #16741591 12/19/21
Joined: Jun 2020 Posts: 9,450 Happy_Camper Campfire Outfitter
Happy_Camper Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2020 Posts: 9,450	Originally Posted by BWalker Merino wool doesn't make you stink after 5 days in elk camp with no shower. It also doesn't dry out nearly as fast as synthetic options. It seems to be warmer than synthetic options as well. Slow to dry is the biggest drawback IMHO too.

Re: Merino wool Happy_Camper #16741599 12/19/21
Joined: Jan 2018 Posts: 23,506 Oregon Beaver10 Campfire Ranger
Beaver10 Campfire Ranger Joined: Jan 2018 Posts: 23,506 Oregon	Originally Posted by Happy_Camper Originally Posted by Beaver10 Originally Posted by ironbender Originally Posted by Happy_Camper Sometimes I go back to polypropylene or EXO synthetic. That would usually be when I plan a long hike with wool pants. The reason is that wool on wool layers offers resistance. Extra energy is expended from the extra effort of fighting the additional friction of the course fibers. If it's extra cold, then an extra pair can be worn. Wool long johns under poly, then wool pants. This helps the bearing surfaces to move easier. How cold is it to need TWO pairs of long johns and wool pants during activity? This is hilarious!! Going from standing to being on his knees repeatedly, is an activity only Glamper can speak about with authority. 🦫 Your kind sure are obsessed with your sexual identities. Why is it you (chosen pronoun here) talk funny, walk funny, and constantly talk about what's on your perv minds? "An evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh." I’m sorry, Frank....I assumed from your consistent BS pastor and friends videos, that you were that guy who spent most of his day in prayer. 🦫 Curiosity Killed the Cat & The Prairie Dog “Molon Labe”

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Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741601 12/19/21
Joined: May 2016 Posts: 60,806 Likes: 57 Montana J Jim_Conrad Campfire Kahuna
Jim_Conrad Campfire Kahuna J Joined: May 2016 Posts: 60,806 Likes: 57 Montana	Azz in the air too.... I am MAGA.

Re: Merino wool Happy_Camper #16741671 12/19/21
Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 12,580 Minnesota goalie Campfire Outfitter
goalie Campfire Outfitter Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 12,580 Minnesota	Originally Posted by Happy_Camper I guess you guys never still hunted or spent time swaying in the wind way up a tree in a stand. Sometimes I actually wear three layers top too. Base, mid, outer. Three on feet......liner, wool, leather boots. Nobody here believes you hunt at all, let alone in adverse weather.

Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741700 12/19/21
Joined: Nov 2010 Posts: 19,058 Likes: 3 Central MS BigDave39355 Campfire Ranger
BigDave39355 Campfire Ranger Joined: Nov 2010 Posts: 19,058 Likes: 3 Central MS	No one here believes anything HC says…. Dave �The man who complains about the way the ball bounces is likely to be the one who dropped it.� Lou Holtz

Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741753 12/19/21
Joined: Sep 2011 Posts: 61,215 Likes: 30 Iowa/NW Ontario W wabigoon Campfire Kahuna
wabigoon Campfire Kahuna W Joined: Sep 2011 Posts: 61,215 Likes: 30 Iowa/NW Ontario	The men in our family get a pair of these. These premises insured by a Sheltie in Training ,--- and Cooey.o "May the Good Lord take a likin' to you"

Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741767 12/19/21
Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,487 Likes: 20 Filer, ID Rock Chuck Campfire Kahuna
Rock Chuck Campfire Kahuna Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 69,487 Likes: 20 Filer, ID	Wool fibers have microscopic barbs that hold the fibers together. If you run it through a drier, the barbs will bind the fibers closer together and they won't come apart - known as shrinking. Those barbs also make it itch. Merino sheep don't have nearly as many barbs. It's less scratchy and more shrink resistant. It's not any warmer but a lot more comfortable. “In a time of deceit telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” ― George Orwell It's not over when you lose. It's over when you quit.

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Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741799 12/19/21
Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 17,749 Likes: 2 Michigan, In , Boon S saddlering Campfire Ranger
saddlering Campfire Ranger S Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 17,749 Likes: 2 Michigan, In , Boon	I like it, and just ordered some more from miss 33! Smart wool works good too! Deer Camp! about as good as it gets!

Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741911 12/19/21
Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 4,127 BC Salty303 Campfire Tracker
Salty303 Campfire Tracker Joined: Nov 2006 Posts: 4,127 BC	Its all I buy anymore socks mid layer pants and shirts, neck gator and hats. Still have some old heavy wool stuff but it doesn't get used much.

Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741934 12/19/21
Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 43,975 Likes: 25 Hi-Line SamOlson Campfire 'Bwana
SamOlson Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 43,975 Likes: 25 Hi-Line	I have a bunch of it as well. Really like it for 0-40F temps. If it's below zero I prefer heavy synthetic long johns as they're warmer. I have various weights of Icebreaker, Duckworth and a chitload of Smartwool socks. All good stuff.

Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741956 12/19/21
Joined: Jan 2016 Posts: 96,015 Likes: 19 J jaguartx Campfire Oracle
jaguartx Campfire Oracle J Joined: Jan 2016 Posts: 96,015 Likes: 19	Originally Posted by Fireball2 Not sure what the hype's all about. What ol mike, goalie, Wabi and HC said, in spades. It all goes too for cashmere. Wear merino long johns on bottom, merino wool socks, cashmere wool sweater under a coat and pants all day several days hunting hard, sweating and camping and if its really cold just take off the boots, pants and coat and crawl into a down bag at bedtime. Go for days without feellng dirty or stinking. Last edited by jaguartx; 12/19/21. Ecc 10:2 The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but that of a fool to the left. A Nation which leaves God behind is soon left behind. "The Lord never asked anyone to be a tax collector, lowyer, or Redskins fan". I Dindo Nuffin

Re: Merino wool Fireball2 #16741963 12/19/21
Joined: Jun 2000 Posts: 11,316 Likes: 14 Los Angeles, California RickBin Campfire Outfitter
RickBin Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2000 Posts: 11,316 Likes: 14 Los Angeles, California	Still itchy. No can do. "What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly: it is dearness only that gives every thing its value. Heaven knows how to put a proper price upon its goods; and it would be strange indeed if so celestial an article as freedom should not be highly rated." Thomas Paine

Re: Merino wool RickBin #16741975 12/19/21
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wabigoon Campfire Kahuna W Joined: Sep 2011 Posts: 61,215 Likes: 30 Iowa/NW Ontario	Originally Posted by RickBin Still itchy. No can do. Then you want $ilk, Ric. These premises insured by a Sheltie in Training ,--- and Cooey.o "May the Good Lord take a likin' to you"

Re: Merino wool RickBin #16741979 12/19/21
Joined: Jan 2016 Posts: 96,015 Likes: 19 J jaguartx Campfire Oracle
jaguartx Campfire Oracle J Joined: Jan 2016 Posts: 96,015 Likes: 19	Originally Posted by RickBin Still itchy. No can do. Sorry to hear, have you tried cashmere sweaters over a shirt or moreno long johns over silk ones? Duofold made some good stuff too. Ecc 10:2 The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but that of a fool to the left. A Nation which leaves God behind is soon left behind. "The Lord never asked anyone to be a tax collector, lowyer, or Redskins fan". I Dindo Nuffin

Re: Merino wool RickBin #16741981 12/19/21
Joined: May 2016 Posts: 60,806 Likes: 57 Montana J Jim_Conrad Campfire Kahuna
Jim_Conrad Campfire Kahuna J Joined: May 2016 Posts: 60,806 Likes: 57 Montana	Originally Posted by RickBin Still itchy. No can do. No kidding? Even Smart Wool? I am MAGA.

Re: Merino wool jaguartx #16741985 12/19/21
Joined: May 2011 Posts: 56,361 Likes: 9 Oregon Fireball2 OP Campfire Kahuna
OP Fireball2 Campfire Kahuna Joined: May 2011 Posts: 56,361 Likes: 9 Oregon	Foo Foo clothes. _______________________________________________________ An 8 dollar driveway boy living in a T-111 shack LOL

Re: Merino wool BWalker #16741990 12/19/21
Joined: May 2002 Posts: 9,537 Likes: 2 Vic_in_Va Campfire Outfitter
Vic_in_Va Campfire Outfitter Joined: May 2002 Posts: 9,537 Likes: 2	Originally Posted by BWalker Merino wool doesn't make you stink after 5 days in elk camp with no shower. It also doesn't dry out nearly as fast as synthetic options. It seems to be warmer than synthetic options as well. True. As far as stink, it's not the Merino wool, it's the "5 days without a shower" that contributes the most.

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