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Title: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: xcvator on May 17, 2018, 07:18:31 PM: No laughing from the banana benders thank you :angel:
Each year I'm feeling the cold more and more and this year is no exception, so I'm posing this question. Which thermal underwear have you found to be the most effective ?

And, yes I do know what the best way is to get warm and that's not happening anymore :'( :'(
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: raider on May 17, 2018, 07:28:37 PM: Merino thermals on special at Aldi this week. Probably can't go wrong for the price.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: JCOJ on May 17, 2018, 07:29:40 PM: Icebreaker from NZ is the best. Forget the Anaconda crap.
It is pure merino NZ wool and very good quality. Not cheap but you get what you pay for. There are outlets in AUS or buy online.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Spada on May 17, 2018, 07:36:52 PM: Damart is good bang for your buck. Many years of motorcycling in all seasons, and I've tried a few different types, but for me the Damart stuff doesn't feel as bulky as most others in the mid price bracket........., if you want to go "top shelf" Paddy Pallin icebreaker range is 100% Merino.
Title: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Pete79 on May 17, 2018, 07:47:19 PM: Our 50% off Anaconda Marino thermals have been perfect on many many sub zero camping trips over many years. https://www.anacondastores.com/winter-clothing-collections/cederberg-merino/c/cederberg-merino (https://www.anacondastores.com/winter-clothing-collections/cederberg-merino/c/cederberg-merino) (just wait for the sales).
One trip was a few nights around -6 and they did the job perfectly.

Now we’re back in QLD they’re pushed to the very back of the underwear drawer, but still there if we ever venture south again.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Homerj on May 17, 2018, 08:06:49 PM: I used to get Merino thermals for work and they were great.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: torsion on May 17, 2018, 08:17:16 PM: Any, they all do their job well
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: edz on May 17, 2018, 08:35:14 PM: Take the two single beds out of the van and fit a queen size bed back in....
Ohhh and be nice to the missus once in a while and have a bit of a tub, you might get a cuddle and not need Long Johns .. Worked for me ;D ;D
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: tryagain on May 17, 2018, 08:37:49 PM: I haven't bought any since becoming a banana bender but back in the day I got them from Kathmandu a few times when they went on a big sale (ie well over 50%) and they were good quality, still got a set somewhere I think, they are not worth their RRP but are generally good quality.

If you go through eBay you can get an additional 20% off at the moment (use POCKET as the promo code) for these ones on clearance, bringing them to $40ea (70% off) free shipping if you buy more than one http://stores.ebay.com.au/kathmandu-official-store/Thermals-Underwear-/_i.html?_nkw=kathmandu+xt&submit=Search&_fsub=58086276013&_sid=1154012103 (http://stores.ebay.com.au/kathmandu-official-store/Thermals-Underwear-/_i.html?_nkw=kathmandu+xt&submit=Search&_fsub=58086276013&_sid=1154012103)
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: BaseCamp on May 17, 2018, 08:39:46 PM: Damart
"patented technology"...
works great, & very lightweight..

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Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: GBC on May 17, 2018, 08:46:11 PM: Merino if you are planning on staying dry. Polyprop if you are planning on getting wet.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: xcvator on May 17, 2018, 09:19:03 PM: Just ordered 2 of these

https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Mens-Weight-Wicking-Crew/dp/B006SRTEGU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Mens-Weight-Wicking-Crew/dp/B006SRTEGU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1)

They had great reviews and only AU$60-00 delivered, hope they're as good as the reviews ::) ::)
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: listo on May 17, 2018, 09:25:49 PM: Sorry Keith, but what is thermal underwear? Is it woollen jocks or leggings or what?
Not trying to be smart, I’ve just never seen it & am thankful I’ve never needed them by the sounds
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: xcvator on May 17, 2018, 09:53:47 PM: Listo, they are sort of leggings and tee shirts that are designed to keep your body heat in but allow perspiration out. You wear them under your other clothing, they come in different weights ( thickness) depending on how cold it gets where you need them.
Have a look at the link I put in.
cheers Keith
https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Mens-Weight-Wicking-Crew/dp/B006SRTEGU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Mens-Weight-Wicking-Crew/dp/B006SRTEGU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1)
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Rumpig on May 17, 2018, 10:14:22 PM: My misses and daughters have seemed happy enough with the stuff they got from Aldi.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: gronk on May 17, 2018, 10:54:42 PM: I have some....dunno what brand, but rarely use them. Apart from the long legin things, because it's hard to wear two layers of anything else, for general camping ( ie; sitting around a campfire etc ) what's the advantage of a top thermal instead of just wearing a tee shirt, flanno, jumper and a jacket. And of course a beanie !!
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Bird on May 18, 2018, 09:33:20 AM: Quote from: Cold Old Prick
No laughing from the banana benders thank you :angel:
Each year I'm feeling the cold more and more and this year is no exception, so I'm posing this question. Which thermal underwear have you found to be the most effective ?

And, yes I do know what the best way is to get warm and that's not happening anymore :'( :'(
Are you talking about day time, or sleeping?
What do you currently have/wear to feel the cold?

We camped at Gaffneys 2-3weeks ago and it was 0 and I just had trakky's and normal reggies on but a long sleeve 't-shirt' Tucked in well, and a good jacket and pure wool beanie which I also sleep with

or get a mail order bride so it does happen anymore :P
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: trinityalyce on May 18, 2018, 11:04:34 AM: Quote from: raider on May 17, 2018, 07:28:37 PM
Merino thermals on special at Aldi this week. Probably can't go wrong for the price.

Another vote for the Aldi stuff! I have poly thermals from Aldi and they're amazing too. I feel the cold and wear them under pyjamas. During the day I just wear multiple layers!
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Merts on May 18, 2018, 11:16:18 AM: I have the Merino (top and bottom) thermals from Anaconda. They are good quality and do the trick. I've used them on some sub-zero nights in the Vic high country, and they have been terrific.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: xcvator on May 18, 2018, 12:55:23 PM: Quote from: Bird on May 18, 2018, 09:33:20 AM
Are you talking about day time, or sleeping?
What do you currently have/wear to feel the cold?

We camped at Gaffneys 2-3weeks ago and it was 0 and I just had trakky's and normal reggies on but a long sleeve 't-shirt' Tucked in well, and a good jacket and pure wool beanie which I also sleep with

or get a mail order bride so it does happen anymore :P
Day timeYou've got a bit more insulation than me ;) I'm a pensioner, can't afford another woman >:D
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Merts on May 18, 2018, 02:36:34 PM: Don't underestimate the value of a warm beanie, during the day and when sleeping too if it's very cold. I find it's hard to feel warm, regardless of how many clothes you have on, if your scone is cold.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Bird on May 18, 2018, 02:45:58 PM: Quote from: Merts on May 18, 2018, 02:36:34 PM
Don't underestimate the value of a warm beanie, during the day and when sleeping too if it's very cold. I find it's hard to feel warm, regardless of how many clothes you have on, if your scone is cold.
x eleventy
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: Pete79 on June 14, 2018, 09:00:49 AM: Thermals are thermals.
If you only want to have the best ever perfect material touching your skin, that’s nice, I’m glad you can afford it.
But if you don’t want to feel the cold, these work just fine.....

https://www.anacondastores.com/clothing/thermals?q=%3Arelevance%3Abrand%3Acape&text=&pageSize=20&emailorigin=1&utm_source=utm_source%3DCMail&utm_medium=utm_medium%3Demail&utm_campaign=A17a_Boost_EDM_NAT&utm_content=thermals (https://www.anacondastores.com/clothing/thermals?q=%3Arelevance%3Abrand%3Acape&text=&pageSize=20&emailorigin=1&utm_source=utm_source%3DCMail&utm_medium=utm_medium%3Demail&utm_campaign=A17a_Boost_EDM_NAT&utm_content=thermals)
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: GBC on June 14, 2018, 09:31:51 AM: Quote from: Pete79 on June 14, 2018, 09:00:49 AM
Thermals are thermals.
If you only want to have the best ever perfect material touching your skin, that’s nice, I’m glad you can afford it.
But if you don’t want to feel the cold, these work just fine.....

[url=https://www.anacondastores.com/clothing/thermals?q=%3Arelevance%3Abrand%3Acape&text=&pageSize=20&emailorigin=1&utm_source=utm_source%3DCMail&utm_medium=utm_medium%3Demail&utm_campaign=A17a_Boost_EDM_NAT&utm_content=thermals]https://www.anacondastores.com/clothing/thermals?q=%3Arelevance%3Abrand%3Acape&text=&pageSize=20&emailorigin=1&utm_source=utm_source%3DCMail&utm_medium=utm_medium%3Demail&utm_campaign=A17a_Boost_EDM_NAT&utm_content=thermals (https://www.anacondastores.com/clothing/thermals?q=%3Arelevance%3Abrand%3Acape&text=&pageSize=20&emailorigin=1&utm_source=utm_source%3DCMail&utm_medium=utm_medium%3Demail&utm_campaign=A17a_Boost_EDM_NAT&utm_content=thermals)[/URL]

The blurb at the bottom of that link you put up actually explains the differences between natural and synthetic thermals pretty well.

They missed a strong point - wool thermals can be worn for a whole trip and not stink - synthetics start to smell after a single wear.

I also disagree with them on wool being better when wet. We wear polyprop when white water rafting/kayaking because it works better in water, holds its shape and doesn't get heavy - wool does pretty badly. For hiking/skiing/camping etc it is merino for me because it tends to regulate temp better, doesn't stink, is thinner etc etc.
There is a difference, however small.
Title: Re: Which Themal Underwear ?
Post by: grmas1 on June 16, 2018, 07:21:47 AM: Got the family Kathmandu Thermals for last weekends trip, no complaints.

https://www.kathmandu.com.au/search/thermals/polypro-unisex-long-sleeve-thermal-top-v2.html (https://www.kathmandu.com.au/search/thermals/polypro-unisex-long-sleeve-thermal-top-v2.html)

2 for $40 tops and bottoms at the moment