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169 - Are Toe Socks Weird? Can Good Base Layers Make You Hike Faster? Is One Pair of Underwear Enough? And More!
Is a good quality base layer a game changer? Yes! Derek and Carl explore what they think is the best option: XOSKIN. Kroy Taughinbaugh joins the show to talk about blister prevention, chafing prevention, stink prevention and base layer advancements. Also, can you go 200+ miles without changing or washing your socks? And Derek asks if base layers can wick away urine.
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