$20 vs $200 Travel Clothes: the Ultimate Guide

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  • Опубліковано 26 гру 2024

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  • @AmeliaHeldt
    @AmeliaHeldt Місяць тому +16

    THANK YOU for showing women’s versions of the “logic” behind this too! It’s so much easier to see the ideas in practise. Great video as always!

  • @DtlaDaisy
    @DtlaDaisy Місяць тому +16

    Thank you for showing the women's clothes on a model for visual reference!! Also appreciate the low/high budget options👏🏾

  • @TheKylaas
    @TheKylaas 29 днів тому +2

    I wore your flight cap to the hospital when my daughter was born in October. I love wearing it, and it'll remind me of her each time I do. Thanks for your hard work!

  • @EvgeniyAlishevets
    @EvgeniyAlishevets Місяць тому +45

    I tried merino wool t-shirts and I like them, but my choice is Western Rise X-Cotton t-shirt. It dries really quickly, doesn't wrinkle and doesn't smell. In terms of odor, these t-shirts work even better than merino for me. Also, for some reason, people never talk about static electricity with merino. Maybe it's just me, but in somewhat dry climates it's a nightmare. And merino is much higher maintenance and expensive.

    • @jire9831
      @jire9831 Місяць тому +11

      @@EvgeniyAlishevets honestly, cotton is a lot better at resisting odor than many of the synthetic workout shirts in my experience

    • @Sarius-
      @Sarius- Місяць тому +2

      It kinda depends on the brand you buy and the fabric they use. I had a few 100% merino shirts, and while they're super soft and comfy, they're pretty fragile. On the other hand, I have a few tees from Ridge that are a merino and nylon blend that have held up very well. I also have some stuff from Wool & Prince that, while expensive, are also made of blends and have help up really well.

    • @EvgeniyAlishevets
      @EvgeniyAlishevets Місяць тому

      @@Sarius- I have merino t-shirts from Unbound Merino, Outlier, Wester Rise and Proof. I love them, but not for travelling. I may take just one of them.
      Boxer briefs from 100% merino are a game changer, though. Never going back to cotton ones. I use boxers from Woolly.

    • @Sarius-
      @Sarius- Місяць тому +1

      I agree on the boxers lmao. Can't go back to cotton after that. I bought my other merino stuff specifically for travel for reasons similar to Maurice, but that quickly turned into me wearing them every day because I find them more comfortable. I know what you mean by higher maintenance, though. Much more difficult to care for while you're on the road, whereas you can throw normal stuff in any laundromat.

    • @U1TR4F0RCE
      @U1TR4F0RCE Місяць тому +2

      @@EvgeniyAlishevetspersonally for me rather than material change a shape change was massive. Going from Joe boxer to bn3th was a game changer.

  • @cooljammer00
    @cooljammer00 Місяць тому +3

    Just traveled to Japan during a surprisingly late in the year heat wave, and picked up a light cap from Uniqlo that is now my go to hat back at home because of how easy it is to wear and wash.

  • @yvetterobertson2770
    @yvetterobertson2770 Місяць тому +4

    After living/traveling in southeast Asia for a time, I found that a neutral color non-cotton sarong was a must have. Covers bare shoulders indoors when air conditioning is blasting, a light blanket on a flight or napping in the airport, etc.. I now have a slightly thicker one (actually a large scarf) that I use when traveling in cooler areas of the world.

  • @DR-it9fm
    @DR-it9fm Місяць тому +3

    I gotta say, the advice is great, but can we also take a moment for the spectacular editing, like wow. 💯 Always delivering high quality content, A+!!

  • @safasliceoflife
    @safasliceoflife Місяць тому +7

    Absolutely love your enthusiasm in your videos and how thorough you are with your edc and everything you travel with. I’m excited to try packing very light in the future when the opportunity for travel comes. I definitely plan to just use what I have for now but love seeing your thought process and how thoughtful you are with your choices

  • @gorongo4202
    @gorongo4202 5 днів тому

    Like your videos and they’re pretty helpful. I’m both a senior and very active so I have some other choices I’ve made from head to toe: Gill Regatta Cap, a merino buff, merino crew T (icebreaker), Uniqlo airism briefs, under armour men’s vanish slacks, merino socks, merrell leather shoes (discontinued). I pack light swim trunks and merino hoodless sweater and a down jacket for variable weather. All in less than 6 lbs. I need help finding a dressy shoe I can hike in.

  • @CanadaFree-ce9jn
    @CanadaFree-ce9jn Місяць тому +2

    Carry on also avoids luggage loss. If wearing a suit and/or dress shoes, wear your heavy garments/shoes on the plane to lighten your carry on weight limit. Know the dress code where you go, in Europe baseball hats mark you as an American even though you will often see baseball caps there with "I [heart] Paris" etc. at tourist shops.

  • @rebeccal.672
    @rebeccal.672 Місяць тому +2

    Last time I went traveling I was in warm weather and I brought all of my merino shirts with me 4 my bag was super light and it was so easy. I did bring a few extra pieces of clothing and still had plenty of room. Merino is the way to go.

  • @Silverpicker
    @Silverpicker Місяць тому +11

    Well, thanks a lot Maurice. This video is about to cost me a lot of money 😂

  • @kjbiz
    @kjbiz 7 днів тому

    Great video and being in the travel industry some great tips. I used icebreaker for quite a while and they lasted well. Apart from silverfish loving them or a cloth eating bug loving them when I lived in Australia. Thanks for the tips and like the Nike shoes.

  • @robertashagam1599
    @robertashagam1599 Місяць тому +4

    I beg to differ with you about how unbound traps odors. As a menopausal woman, I sweat a lot and if I air the shirt , at times can wear two days. My tip- I use Pacifica deodorant for a great smell

  • @yukiaedogawa
    @yukiaedogawa Місяць тому +3

    Uniqlo is my brand of choice for most of my travels for over a decade. Bought one Unbound Merino shirt to try it out and while I do love its anti-microbial feature, I don’t travel enough to justify its price tag. I’ll want to get a similar backpack next time.

  • @yeeisme
    @yeeisme Місяць тому +4

    My favourite travel pants are the Eddie Bauer Guide Pro pants.
    For my longer trips I’ll do 1 regular pair and one convertible pair.
    The 2 way stretch makes them super comfy, plus they have a low profile cargo pockets and a host of other features which make them great for flights, hiking and slightly dressy outings.
    Just wish the logo wasn’t so obnoxious.

    • @leemcgillivray7632
      @leemcgillivray7632 Місяць тому +1

      Use the same regular pair of EB Guide Pros, but use a black Sharpie to downplay the logo. ; )

    • @yeeisme
      @yeeisme Місяць тому

      @@leemcgillivray7632 I'm going to try to see if I can remove the logo on a really old pair with acetone or rubbing alcohol... wish my pants luck!

  • @lolasunflower6350
    @lolasunflower6350 Місяць тому +1

    I love the clothing options you mentioned! I only knew of Uniqlo😊

  • @DocRock
    @DocRock Місяць тому +4

    We rock almost the same kit with the exception of I have gone full merino on 🧦 socks from Darn Tough and Undbound Merino and boxers from Unbound Merino. At 6’ 250 this has cut my luggage weight by 12-15lbs. Sadly Uniqlo and UBM pants don’t fit me but Patagonia Travel pants are perfect. Love this series. Keep em coming. mahalo 🤙🏽

  • @vannaTHREE
    @vannaTHREE Місяць тому +1

    Great vid - love the SwapWear shout out!

  • @xjr1618x
    @xjr1618x Місяць тому +2

    Just ordered your flight cap, hope it won't disappoint, thanks for your vids

  • @cafedandy888
    @cafedandy888 Місяць тому

    I'm a proud owner of your Flight Cap and I love it so much! Thank you for these!!! :D

  • @MichelleJones-p4e
    @MichelleJones-p4e Місяць тому

    Great video! I really enjoy your videos, because your sharing things you have actually used & give honest feedback on them. I have only traveled with additional check in baggage once in the last 30+ years. I really like knowing that all my stuff is with me, and I LOVE that all I have to do is leave the plane. Your tips & tricks make this even easier. Thanks so much! 👍🏻

  • @johnhubbard6262
    @johnhubbard6262 15 днів тому

    Your shots in the plane I remember showed business or first class - That's the way we fly, no bag fees for that.

  • @insaniquarium92
    @insaniquarium92 17 днів тому

    The Canadian passport is so cute!

  • @maxlvledc
    @maxlvledc Місяць тому +3

    Add a small series of pockets into your hat...and I'll swap! Too addicted to my wazoo cache cap atm.

  • @schnuffler
    @schnuffler 17 днів тому +1

    Great video, however, I feel like it is missing cold weather options, which is very often a reality of travel. How would these outfits change in the case of traveling to/from a cold weather destination?

    • @mracekproductions
      @mracekproductions 7 днів тому

      Agree. Travel in Europe or winter USA east / central you’ll freeze in just that carry on gear

  • @flanthief
    @flanthief Місяць тому

    Definitely invest in wool socks too. Smart Wool is king 👑💖
    I recently got a braided elastic clothes line from Rick Steves website and while it's a little bulky it is extremely helpful for drying clothes or even making a privacy curtain in a hostel bunk

  • @thms_k
    @thms_k Місяць тому +1

    My experience is that when I wear polyester clothing (Airism, Vuori etc.), these start to smell after some hours (although they're labeled "Anti Odor"). On the other hand, I have no problem wearing a 100% cotton OCBD two days in a row. I agree with your advice to go with merino, though. Plastic just doesn't work for me :( While I also have some plastic trousers from Seagale, I always come back to Denim because nothing compares to the drape of it.

  • @GoalBoss09
    @GoalBoss09 Місяць тому +2

    Been waiting for such an video for so mucb time 🎉 thanks Maurice

  • @Antenox
    @Antenox Місяць тому +15

    Personally, I think that a compact umbrella is better for most travelers than a rain shell. It keeps more of you dry, it's actually waterproof rather than just water resistant, it's easily stowed, and it's way less expensive.

    • @inbetweenworlds
      @inbetweenworlds Місяць тому +1

      @@Antenox If you're doing carry on, some planes do not allow an umbrella

    • @Antenox
      @Antenox Місяць тому

      @inbetweenworlds Really? I don't think I've ever heard of experienced that, but I'll defer to your experience if it's happened to you

    • @joewiseman4631
      @joewiseman4631 Місяць тому +3

      After 18 months of continuous travel, I no longer carry a rain jacket. In general, I find that a compact umbrella is far better option for urban environment / light to medium rain. For tropical downpours, I carry a compact poncho just in case. Between them, only a little more weight and volume than a rain jacket but much more effective.

    • @gotUpdated
      @gotUpdated Місяць тому

      @@Antenox I had to abandon a compact umbrella at the Manila airport security checkpoint previously.

    • @Antenox
      @Antenox Місяць тому

      @@gotUpdated Oh, Manila.
      Of course NAIA would be where they'd freak out about it, lol. That place exemplifies the term "security theater" even more than TSA does

  • @forget3817
    @forget3817 25 днів тому

    When you are considering merino clothing, check the usual shops rather than the (overpriced) outdoor and specialty shops. You'll find 100% merino at half the price and even less when on sale at places such as GAP, Banana Republic, JCrew, and H&M. They'll even come in styles that you can wear as an adult, such as button shirts and sweaters/cardigans/hoodies. The exception is those thin merino wool/nylon t-shirts, which really should not cost more than ~$40, so buy them on sale only.

  • @jamesburwash5635
    @jamesburwash5635 Місяць тому

    Shoes are my biggest problem, I need to bring an extra pair. Anyway I recommend Vessi made in British Columbia. Lots of great styles. They also have lots of other water proof gear. Cheers

  • @Lenduya
    @Lenduya Місяць тому +2

    What's the packing cube for the underwear and socks?

  • @amyyoder768
    @amyyoder768 Місяць тому

    I got some merino wool shirts for travel and was SHOCKED when I left my shirt lying flat in the bathroom after smoking a joint outside - which I do occasionally but hate the stagnant, lingering smell. In the morning, no smoke or skunk smell. I was shocked enough I had my wife smell it to make sure I wasn't just nose blind. Crazy.

  • @chessboxing4271
    @chessboxing4271 28 днів тому

    do you pack rain pants too, or just the jacket?

  • @tambolin92
    @tambolin92 Місяць тому

    What do you do for work that you travel so much?? Great videos!

  • @erichiga1616
    @erichiga1616 Місяць тому

    Thanks for another great vid. I have the original 33l Pakt backpack and love the way it packs and is organized. I thought about upgrading to the newer 35l, but not surenit is enough of an upgrade to justify over spending that money on another travel backpack in favor of variety.

  • @anonymousf7byyj
    @anonymousf7byyj Місяць тому +1

    I’ve always found that synthetic fabrics are usually the worst for odours. Unless they have silver woven in,

  • @reeks303
    @reeks303 Місяць тому

    I highly recommend Kuhl pants for travel and everyday use

    • @rygent6760
      @rygent6760 Місяць тому

      Kuhl is awesome! They're tough but can be worn with everything without looking too sporty or casual. 100% agree

  • @johansilvapan
    @johansilvapan Місяць тому +1

    Maurice hi! I see you’re showing the Merino travel pants from Unbound Merino. I haven’t found a proper review online about them, can you tell us your thoughts on them? Do you really recommend them for travel? Are they really durable? Merino wool is great but more fragile, so while it sounds like a great idea for tees, hoodies or underwear, I’m wondering if for pants it wouldn’t get damaged too fast (sitting, frictions etc…). Would like some honest review! Thank you!

  • @markmcc1
    @markmcc1 18 днів тому

    Awesome tips

  • @Moosekeys
    @Moosekeys Місяць тому

    I wish I could do wool but most of my travel is for work where I need branded shirts. These shirts take up most of my one bag. I might start doing hotel laundry like you pictured here so cut down to 2 shirts I can wash every other day.

  • @ChrisWachtler
    @ChrisWachtler Місяць тому

    I love the colour of your hoodie. Do you know the name of the colour? Is it the Sierra Red one they currently sell?

  • @honorarydon
    @honorarydon Місяць тому

    How’s the itch factor with the Travel Hoodie? Do you ever have itch issues with wool tops?

  • @jvlzqz
    @jvlzqz Місяць тому +6

    More Sami please

  • @cooljammer00
    @cooljammer00 Місяць тому

    You mention Uniqlo and Unbound Merino, but how is the merino wool that Uniqlo sells? Similar quality?

  • @DeemsAM
    @DeemsAM Місяць тому

    Thanks for another great video, Maurice. I'm curious how much your bag ends up weighing after it's fully packed. I'm always afraid of straining the back.

  • @jacomuller2176
    @jacomuller2176 Місяць тому +1

    I totally expected you to use a poncho for rainy days

  • @edwinchw
    @edwinchw Місяць тому +1

    actaully the issues is not how much i can pack or not.
    but is the airline carry-on limitation, most airline in asia have a 7kg limit on carry-on

  • @wongbryson
    @wongbryson Місяць тому

    Can I still buy the flight cap?

  • @SilverfoxJB
    @SilverfoxJB Місяць тому +13

    Wearing something for a week because it doesn't smell, sounds awful. Just because it doesn't smell doesn't mean it's clean. Urgh, I bought a Uniglo Denim jacket because it's light and has big inner pockets, big enough to take an iPad, which with Air Asia being very strict on it's 7kg carry on limit is a great help. I can load them pockets!

    • @Not3xactly
      @Not3xactly 22 дні тому +3

      @@SilverfoxJB couldn't agree more. A whole week is pretty gross if you're sweating a lot, even if it doesn't smell.

  • @matthewhernandez6960
    @matthewhernandez6960 Місяць тому

    Love the stuff, got a question: Do you hike much? I cant imagine those shoes remaining white after a few hikes lol what do you take if so?

  • @sourcow56
    @sourcow56 Місяць тому

    Where is the rain jacket from😢

  • @Holyeddybear
    @Holyeddybear Місяць тому

    Hi thanks for this travel ideas!
    Any recommendations for sling that can carry ipad pro 11 (with keyboard case) and an a7c with pancake lens.. (hope you can make an updated vid about sling recommendations)

  • @Carrytraveledc
    @Carrytraveledc Місяць тому

    Great video! I am a heavy sweater, live in Indonesia and when I wear Decathlon’s Forclaz Merino T-shirt, it’s very itchy on my skin, do you think Unbound Merino will be the solution for me?

  • @brekkoh
    @brekkoh Місяць тому

    I know here you are primarily contrasting cotton, to polyester and merino, how does hemp compare for water absorption, odor, and drying?

  • @ChristopherSousa-Wynn
    @ChristopherSousa-Wynn 19 днів тому

    Thank you for this. Anyone know if someone has done this for big and tall? Uniqlo bottoms work for me, but none of their tops. Same with Unbound.

  • @dthedad7330
    @dthedad7330 15 днів тому

    Okay, but what deodorant do you use? Fellow sweat factory here too. Tired of staining my clothes.

  • @Kongnections
    @Kongnections Місяць тому

    Hello Maurice! given that you are a "sweat factory" shouldn't you also get wool underwear and socks too?

  • @valentinzambelli9930
    @valentinzambelli9930 Місяць тому

    Is Unbound Merino really much better than "average" merino? I've tried merino from regular brands (at department stores etc.) and I always find that it get really loose after a few wear and is hard to wash because you have to wash it seperatly/easy to ruin.

    • @CanadaFree-ce9jn
      @CanadaFree-ce9jn Місяць тому

      merino is merino, it is in how the fabric is made. I've had come Costco merino that would develop holes after the first hand washing, and I hand wash all my wool items. You also have to beware of "merino blend" as Costco has also sold such things with just 10% merino and 90% stinky polyester.

  • @paullsmith1867
    @paullsmith1867 Місяць тому

    Hey! Maurice Moves! Wait… let me get my hat…

  • @Gooeybrowniebaby
    @Gooeybrowniebaby Місяць тому

    But merino shirts require special washing detergent. I love love love merino, but the delicate nature of the wool makes it much harder to to care for when doing laundry during the trip

    • @blktauna
      @blktauna 29 днів тому

      try baby shampoo.

  • @majornerd
    @majornerd 17 днів тому

    My unbound merino pants split in an odd place after 25-30 wears of one to two days. They don’t seem to be very high quality. I won’t buy again, they are too expensive to be anything but excellent quality.

  • @pretentiousname01
    @pretentiousname01 Місяць тому

    Oh damn. I missed the email about the hat campaign

  • @idontknowwhy0
    @idontknowwhy0 Місяць тому +1

    Loved the video, but I was surprised by the mention of avoiding cotton due to odors while suggesting polyester based clothing in the budget picks section.
    I understand why Uniqlo was chosen but there’s multiple studies showing polyester clothing performs significantly worse compared to cotton in terms of odor.

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    4:48 Series 003‽

  • @EleosAnim
    @EleosAnim Місяць тому

    I'm still not really sold on this Unbound Merino, It feels like a scam it cost so much for just a shirt or pants.
    It feels like a novelty Item for it's price alone. I understand it's Pros. I just don't see how average consumer like me would jump into it because of it's price.

  • @robertashagam1599
    @robertashagam1599 Місяць тому

    I would think that the rain jackets make u sweat even more. I can’t spend five mins in them…

  • @blktauna
    @blktauna 29 днів тому

    Synthetics are a huge no for me. They stink almost immediately even if I'm not sweating. They also feel gross. I bring linen. And no, I don't care about wrinkling. It shakes out pretty quickly and dies fast.

  • @CalebCalvin
    @CalebCalvin Місяць тому

    Omg i thought you were bald 😂

  • @br3nd4n
    @br3nd4n 29 днів тому

    Ronald? Ronald? Ronald!

  • @CompletedReview
    @CompletedReview 9 днів тому

    I can't stand wool of any kind. It itches. Including merino and cashmere.

  • @Cheed
    @Cheed Місяць тому +1

    I wishi I could wear merino - just itches for me no matter what

    • @erichiga1616
      @erichiga1616 Місяць тому +1

      Same. Merino and synthetics irritate my skin on long days with a lot of movement. I prefer like a thin Pima cotton tee, since I am also not a heavy sweater.

  • @candymay75
    @candymay75 Місяць тому

  • @TKVirusman
    @TKVirusman 12 днів тому +1

    So many cringe takes on here about being "dirty". Firstly the human body, provided that you take care of it, is pretty damn self cleaning and hygienic so as long as you actually shower you'll be fine. Secondly if you really want to waste the insane amount of time, energy and potentially money that it takes to wash your clothes on a week long trip you are actually stupid. If no one knows you're dirty and you don't feel dirty, then provided you wash your hands and shower at least every 2-3 days, you are NOT DIRTY. Excepting extreme circumstances, obviously, like spillages or weather.

  • @sageata_verde
    @sageata_verde Місяць тому

    why wear a cap? never understood why people wear them. they just uncomfortable!

  • @bluthndrbear
    @bluthndrbear Місяць тому

    🏋️🏋️🏋️

  • @michaellima6272
    @michaellima6272 Місяць тому +4

    Just because it doesn't stink, doesn't mean it is "clean." Ew. Wearing the same clothes for a week without washing.... ew.

    • @zolopane117
      @zolopane117 Місяць тому +1

      Haha he did say that on hot days, he takes two showers and changes twice. Idt it’s that gross to wear the same shirt or shorts multiple times, esp if you’re washing them like in his other video

    • @michaellima6272
      @michaellima6272 Місяць тому

      @@zolopane117 in Southeast Asia where the heat and humidity are unreal, having to shower twice a day means you are sweating like a mofo. Now imagine wearing those clothes for a week straight. No thanks!

  • @IanFollett
    @IanFollett Місяць тому +1

    The hand movements and snappy editing make this video hard to watch.

    • @lolasunflower6350
      @lolasunflower6350 Місяць тому +3

      @@IanFollett I personally like "hand movements" instead of UA-camrs sitting super still in front of the camera. The way he does it looks much more natural to me :)

    • @IanFollett
      @IanFollett Місяць тому

      @lolasunflower6350 Actually what I mean is the hand movements when only his hands are on screen.

  • @philipperostin
    @philipperostin 13 днів тому

    You are in business class and talk about checked luggage fees !!!!!! You think all your watchers are dumb ?