Clothing what do you pack?

[Alanymarce]

As Jimmy mentions about if you cant wear an item more than one way you probably shouldn't bring it...

Something like Columbia PFG or L. L. Bean's Tropicwear shirts can be had in short or long sleeves, but the long sleeves can be rolled up and buttoned so they stay up above your elbow. Sometimes I dont even bother bringing a short sleeve shirt other than a tee.

3 in 1 cold weather coats, same thing. A nice fleece that snaps and zips into a quality waterproof shell, which itself could be worn alone.

We'll all experience different clothing differently, so every opinion on "the best" is valid.

For what it's worth we've ended up with Icebreaker socks and Craghoppers trousers and shirts. I find the Columbia material less "breathable" and the Craghoppers material better, particularly in hot/humid climates.

 

[ThundahBeagle]

We'll all experience different clothing differently, so every opinion on "the best" is valid.

For what it's worth we've ended up with Icebreaker socks and Craghoppers trousers and shirts. I find the Columbia material less "breathable" and the Craghoppers material better, particularly in hot/humid climates.

I'd have to say, yes, sometimes the Columbia PFG gets a little smelly. The LL Bean is a slightly heavier shirt but is still breathable. Craghopper, I've never tried and only ever seen them a couple of years ago up in North Conway NH. Wasn't sure if THEY were a knockoff until I looked them up while standing in the store for the first time. I'll have to try them.

Icebreaker socks I know nothing about

 

[jimmyjamson]

I'd have to say, yes, sometimes the Columbia PFG gets a little smelly. The LL Bean is a slightly heavier shirt but is still breathable. Craghopper, I've never tried and only ever seen them a couple of years ago up in North Conway NH. Wasn't sure if THEY were a knockoff until I looked them up while standing in the store for the first time. I'll have to try them. I’ve also seen similar durable, outdoor-style shirts in a Trachten Shop, which is interesting because they’re usually more traditional clothing stores, but some carry practical pieces too.

Icebreaker socks I know nothing about

If I had a go bag for 3–5 day solo Jeep trips, I’d pack a few basic clothing changes like socks, underwear, a couple shirts, pants, and a warm layer, but I wouldn’t overdo it. I’d focus more on essentials like a first aid kit, power bank, headlamp, multi-tool, water, snacks, and basic toiletries so I can stay safe and self-sufficient on the road.

 

[grubworm]

Don't forget to bring a towel!

second the towel...



the wife and I always pack way more than we need and generally end up wearing about 20% of what we take. no matter what I pack or where we go, I generally end up wearing the same thing over and over...sweat pants and a white t-shirt. very comfortable and very versatile. sweats and t-shirt are very comfortable for driving and also great for hiking. if its really cold, i'll have a specific clean set I wear to bed. fashionable enough to wear into a Walmart or Cracker Barrel, so even with a duffel bag full of jeans and button down shirts...my sweats and white t-shirt are my go-to. I only get the navy blue and heather gray sweats and I do take one pair of black sweats if I need to dress up a bit...

 

[MOAK]

I have three very distinct uniforms, shorts with button down short sleeve shirt- shorts with T shirts. 4 of each for fair weather wear. Long pants, flannel shirts, for winter- 4 of each; if it gets really cold, long johns hoodie and a down vest.

 

[ThundahBeagle]

Darn Tough socks. No other for me. 8 no longer buy any other sock

 

[FishinCrzy]

I like the Dam Tough socks also. I have tried the Alpaka? wool socks and they are good but no way they will outlast the Dam Toughs. Underwear, a big one for me, cotton is out. Tried various synthetics and nothing has compared to some bamboo boxer briefs I have had for last two years . Can't recommend them enough. Not too pricey and hold up well. Very breathable and comfortable. Amazon has some good selections.

Always pack for when and where you are going, of course. Always keep some formal wear in case one meets royalty by chance and has to attend a dinner party or get awarded the keys to the city.

 

[MOAK]

Darn Tough socks. No other for me. 8 no longer buy any other sock

My daughter bought me a pair for Christmas a few years ago/ all my other socks are gone- 3 pair of darn toughs and hoping Santa brings another pair

 

[ThundahBeagle]

I like the Dam Tough socks also. I have tried the Alpaka? wool socks and they are good but no way they will outlast the Dam Toughs. Underwear, a big one for me, cotton is out. Tried various synthetics and nothing has compared to some bamboo boxer briefs I have had for last two years . Can't recommend them enough. Not too pricey and hold up well. Very breathable and comfortable. Amazon has some good selections.

Always pack for when and where you are going, of course. Always keep some formal wear in case one meets royalty by chance and has to attend a dinner party or get awarded the keys to the city.

Ha ha, right?! Royalty. My mother used to always tell us "if you are going out, don't put your holy underwear on. Never know if you are gonna either have a car crash or meet the Queen.". Took years for me to understand that and not think the Queen was just some permiscuous tart

 

[ThundahBeagle]

second the towel...

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the wife and I always pack way more than we need and generally end up wearing about 20% of what we take. no matter what I pack or where we go, I generally end up wearing the same thing over and over...sweat pants and a white t-shirt. very comfortable and very versatile. sweats and t-shirt are very comfortable for driving and also great for hiking. if its really cold, i'll have a specific clean set I wear to bed. fashionable enough to wear into a Walmart or Cracker Barrel, so even with a duffel bag full of jeans and button down shirts...my sweats and white t-shirt are my go-to. I only get the navy blue and heather gray sweats and I do take one pair of black sweats if I need to dress up a bit...

Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy. And generally very good advice anyway, if you've ever been to an ocean beach

 

[ThundahBeagle]

I like the Dam Tough socks also. I have tried the Alpaka? wool socks and they are good but no way they will outlast the Dam Toughs. Underwear, a big one for me, cotton is out. Tried various synthetics and nothing has compared to some bamboo boxer briefs I have had for last two years . Can't recommend them enough. Not too pricey and hold up well. Very breathable and comfortable. Amazon has some good selections.

Always pack for when and where you are going, of course. Always keep some formal wear in case one meets royalty by chance and has to attend a dinner party or get awarded the keys to the city.

I do have one pair of SmartWool out of Colorado. I like them, too, but I like Darn Tough a little better

 

[ThundahBeagle]

My daughter bought me a pair for Christmas a few years ago/ all my other socks are gone- 3 pair of darn toughs and hoping Santa brings another pair

They have a sweepstakes every now and then. Free sock for life if you win. They send you 7 pair, one for each day of the week. Get a hole in it? They send you a new pair via guarantee anyway. All you need is 7 pair. I buy more periodically because some of the motifs are fun. I have a pair with a bear and a moose in a canoe, for example. Another pair engineered for Nordic (cross country) skiing. Got a pair with an outhouse taking off like a methane-fueled rocket ship. That type of fun.

Made in Vermont.

FYI, if you want the Darn Tough of dog leashes, take a look at Lupine collars and leashes. Made in NH and the best damn leash and collar I have ever ever used. Guaranteed for life even if the dog chews through it

 

[grubworm]

Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy. And generally very good advice anyway, if you've ever been to an ocean beach

ha! yeah, definitely loved the book

but hey, towels are handy in real life...being on subs and oil rigs, I've had to use towels as a blanket and folded up for a pillow and also used a towel to wrap stuff up in when I didn't have a bag and have used them as sun shades by rolling the car window up on it and letting it block the sun, etc...makes a good table cloth on a dirty picnic table and great for a temporary curtain for the RV door window

so yeah, towels are a very handy and versatile piece of gear. my wife uses 3 towels in the bathroom...one to stand on, one to wrap around her and a third to wrap around her wet hair.

cant have too many towels