Odor resistant techwick?

[Jasonst]

I noticed that EMS seems to be on the cutting edge with their new techwick shirts that are stink resistant found here . Is this possible? Wow, wouldn't this revolutionize hiking? (seriously) I think I might have to try it out! Any other takers?

 

[dr_wu002]

I only own these shirts.

http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?memberId=12500226&productId=28986704

Seriously -- that's all I have. They work great. I don't wash them very often and they don't smell very bad at all, usually. I sometimes wear them to work after a hike even. They wick water pretty well too.

-Dr. Wu

 

[giggy]

who knows - they might work - they should sell them at the highland center with the wine and cheese.

 

[Orphic Seth]

Gear Dork Alert!

Alright: What's the difference between Capilene, Bergalene, and the Techwick stuff? Here's why I ask. I've always worn Helly Hansen polypro for top (like the arms stripes, I feel fast!) and Patagonia capilene for bottoms. I can't find the Helly Hansen stuff to save my hide anymore, so I was gonna get a capilene or bergalene top for replacement. However, my bestest hiking buddy the whole world used EMS Bergalene for a season, and thought it was totally ineffective.

Are we deluding ourselves? I thought it was all the same polypro stuff. Anyone else notice a difference? Weave perhaps?


Edit: And keeping with the post, I like my hiking/polypro smell, so I hope the stuff doesn't work. My smell is very comforting. Is that strange too!?

 

[ALGonquin Bob]

huh?

What's the difference between Capilene & Bergalene? I have no idea. I'm not even sure what either one of those is.

I bought EMS TechWick (that's a brand name) summer and winter shirts, and have used one or the other on every hike for more than a year. For me, TechWick is perfect; and little odor.

 

[audrey]

Over the years I've found Capilene to be the most odor-resistant. I have a couple of EMS poly T-shirts (not Techwick) and they stink as soon as I start sweating. Unlike Seth, I don't find my own smell comforting.

 

[Jasonst]

Over the years I've found Capilene to be the most odor-resistant. I have a couple of EMS poly T-shirts (not Techwick) and they stink as soon as I start sweating. Unlike Seth, I don't find my own smell comforting.

I agree. I have used many different poly pro versions but have yet found one that does not stink. I must say, however, that the techwick is the most comfortable I have found so far.

 

[Warren]

The main difference I've noticed between Bergelene and capilene is that bergeline began to pill much faster. I've yet to wear out a capilene shirt.

Disclaimer: it's been a long time since I've owned a bergelene shirt, the fabric may have been reengineered since then.

 

[summit1]

I agree. I have used many different poly pro versions but have yet found one that does not stink. I must say, however, that the techwick is the most comfortable I have found so far.

It's not the shirt that stinks, it's you!! Besides the odor adds to the experience.

 

[spider solo]

Mountain Hardwear makes a line of odor resistent wicking clothes.
(The name escapes me right now I will check it out next time I'm at work..)

 

[pbernard]

Jason, I am glad you asked about the Teckwick, I was thinking the same because I just got something in the mail about it from EMS and maybe might give it a try?

 

[DougPaul]

Wool is the king of the odor-resistant fabrics.

And Merino wool is very comfortable (non-scratchy).

I believe there are currently several manufacturers of Merino wool long underwear--Smartwool is one.

Doug

 

[VFTTop'r]

It's not the shirt that stinks, it's you!! Besides the odor adds to the experience.

YEAH it is him (Jason), I've hiked with him!!!!!!!!!! It is an experience.

 

[Sean]

I've yet to wear out a capilene shirt.

I have, but it took a lot of work. It is really depressing. I don't want to get rid of the shirt, but it is really nothing more than a polypropelene handkerchief. Such good memories though.