by Xander | Clothing Style, Workwear & Outdoors
Woolx vs Smartwool: Discussing Some Details Among the heaps of Smartwool alternatives, Woolx was the first to offer a more affordable take on merino clothing. That was what – 10 years ago or so?Man, time sure flies.So with Woolx grown up a bit, what’s the...
by Xander | Clothing Style, Workwear & Outdoors
Merino Tech vs Smartwool: A Few Important Notes The first time my significant other and I tried Merino.Tech was in mid-2019. The brand was relatively unknown at the time, with only a few dozen online reviews.Things have changed! Now it’s one of the leading...
by Xander | Clothing Style, Workwear & Outdoors
Smartwool 150 vs 250 Layers: A Guide Some people think that as far as merino wool is concerned, thicker means better.Well, it really isn’t. Unless you’re into semi-boiling yourself when running at 45 F (~7°C), for example.Let’s talk about Smartwool 150 vs 250 layers....
by Xander | Clothing Style, Guides, Workwear & Outdoors
What does the PW/PWD mean in Wrangler 13mwz & 936? Note: This will be a simple explanation post. If you want to learn more about the full differences between the most popular Wranglers, check my 936 vs 13mwz vs 47mwz article. Now, onto the topic itself. You’ve...
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Wrangler Round-up: 936 vs 13mwz vs 47mwz Jeans Cheap, sturdy, and packing a great future fade for those raw denim enthusiasts. That’s how I’d describe Wrangler’s jeans if you asked me. Popularity is a prize to be earned, and the brand has earned it well. Here’s the...
by Xander | Clothing Style, Workwear & Outdoors
Meriwool, Smartwool & Minus33: What to Know Merino wool products have evolved a lot over the past decade. The diversity in designs, layers, and accessories is stunning. Unfortunately, this also means a lot of copycat brands exist. They’re hit or miss, and...