Brynjie today comes in cotton net, polypro net and a wool/poly blend fish net. I started wearing the cotton fish net back in the late 60's. I now wear the new poly blend, which I really like. Both the cotton and the poly do a great job of wicking moisture off the skin and creating a Tropical environment. (70 to 85F) where humans function best. The fish net is designed to wick moisture off the skin not as radiation protection from the sun. As an outer shirt it is not going to cool you in the sun because the sun is hitting your skin. On a hot day to lower the body temperature wear a ventilation shirt over the top of the fish net. Such as a linen long sleeve or light cotton shirt with vents and untucked to allow air flow which cause moisture to evaporate, creating cooling. By enclosing the Fishnet in winter with a thin wool undergarment, under a wind proof out shell you will have a winning combination of dry skin, moisture moving to the mid layer out the bottom of the wind jack, with warm air trapped in the holes in the fishnet. With no wind and strenuous physical activity, you should be in the tropical comfort range at zero Freiheit ( the freezing point of sea water.) At colder temperatures a second mid layer is necessary such as a mid-weight Alpaca sweater for strenuous activity. My experience with the poly pro with holes is not effective under stress loads. I do like to wear it to sleep in, even at home.
I tried both version. Brynje is too hot and in cold weather the mesh soaks full with moisture that feel very uncomfortably. The Finetrack is better, but a normal thin polyester mrathon top with free shoulders is better in warm weather. At my opinion brynje not worth the money.
You can purchase mesh cycling under layers in both styles for much cheaper than the hiking targeted versions. They work exactly the same. Don't get sucked into the world of overpriced hiking gear.
Brynje is great for really cold weather where you can let them dry in the freezing cold, where it literally freezes, and then you just break the ice off the shirt. In warmer weather, the Finetrack looks good with the holes, but I’d never buy polyester on a thru hike. Too much stink. I go with alpaca short sleeve shirts as base layer. I almost ‘disliked’ the video - not enough Willow! She must be pissed at how you’re dissing her on her own channel. It’s called WILLOW WALKS, not middle aged dude walks.
@@WillowWalksTheAT any cold-weather update on Byrnje v. Finetrack for you? Also, about how many miles per day could you hike (with backpack) on the AT with your Lunas? About how many miles per day do you think you could walk with a ‘normal’ medium cushion trail runner? I’m a minimalist shoe and Luna wearer, and just wondering how much I’m giving up on stamina.
@RC-qf3mp Haven't had the Finetrack out in the cold yet but I suspect the Brynje will be a bit warmer. For the Lunas, we've done 20-30 mile days with no issue along side hikers wearing Altras. If you're used to Lunas, stamina wise I think they'll be no different...and they'll feel better and last longer...just my perspective
@ great job. I’ve been wearing exclusively minimalist shoes for about two years, and on a multi week AT section hike, I could do no more than 12 mile days. 8-10 mile days were the norm. Feet were the limiting factor. How long did it take you to build up foot stamina? What was your starting level mileage per day before going minimalist shoes? I know minimalist shoes are better for my overall foot health and comfort, but I’m wondering if I’ve plateaued or need to just put in more or extra work. I’m 50, not overweight and have an ultralight pack set up. Always had foot pain growing up when walking long distances, and feet feel better with minimalist shoes. Frustrated I can’t do bigger mileage though.
Brynje comes in Polypropylene also
Was looking everywhere for a discount code for Brynje, thank you!
@mrsquirrel5308 glad it worked out!
Something about a 1.8 oz shirt I like… I might try this although I’m normally a skinny wool guy in the summer
Quadzilla did a better job explaining it: ua-cam.com/video/5wtMKRITMCU/v-deo.htmlsi=GQGEJrSyi6lV_dL9
Brynjie today comes in cotton net, polypro net and a wool/poly blend fish net. I started wearing the cotton fish net back in the late 60's. I now wear the new poly blend, which I really like. Both the cotton and the poly do a great job of wicking moisture off the skin and creating a Tropical environment. (70 to 85F) where humans function best. The fish net is designed to wick moisture off the skin not as radiation protection from the sun. As an outer shirt it is not going to cool you in the sun because the sun is hitting your skin. On a hot day to lower the body temperature wear a ventilation shirt over the top of the fish net. Such as a linen long sleeve or light cotton shirt with vents and untucked to allow air flow which cause moisture to evaporate, creating cooling. By enclosing the Fishnet in winter with a thin wool undergarment, under a wind proof out shell you will have a winning combination of dry skin, moisture moving to the mid layer out the bottom of the wind jack, with warm air trapped in the holes in the fishnet. With no wind and strenuous physical activity, you should be in the tropical comfort range at zero Freiheit ( the freezing point of sea water.) At colder temperatures a second mid layer is necessary such as a mid-weight Alpaca sweater for strenuous activity. My experience with the poly pro with holes is not effective under stress loads. I do like to wear it to sleep in, even at home.
Nice video of comparison and good work by the "media" team of moving shots
Thanks! My media team is often unreliable and stubborn...but sometimes we get lucky! Take care
Thank you for the info.
Great info, actually.
But not enough Willow.
I question materials that depend on treatments that may wear or wash out over time.
code still works as of today. Just got the top and bottom for ski season.
@@TheAir305 Great to hear! Happy skiing
thanks for the code!
NICE very helpful!!
I tried both version. Brynje is too hot and in cold weather the mesh soaks full with moisture that feel very uncomfortably. The Finetrack is better, but a normal thin polyester mrathon top with free shoulders is better in warm weather. At my opinion brynje not worth the money.
You can purchase mesh cycling under layers in both styles for much cheaper than the hiking targeted versions. They work exactly the same. Don't get sucked into the world of overpriced hiking gear.
@christopherhaak9824 Good info! Is there a specific brand cyclists tend to use?
Brynje is great for really cold weather where you can let them dry in the freezing cold, where it literally freezes, and then you just break the ice off the shirt. In warmer weather, the Finetrack looks good with the holes, but I’d never buy polyester on a thru hike. Too much stink. I go with alpaca short sleeve shirts as base layer. I almost ‘disliked’ the video - not enough Willow! She must be pissed at how you’re dissing her on her own channel. It’s called WILLOW WALKS, not middle aged dude walks.
Just wait until tomorrow...Willow is the main character again
😂
@@WillowWalksTheAT any cold-weather update on Byrnje v. Finetrack for you? Also, about how many miles per day could you hike (with backpack) on the AT with your Lunas? About how many miles per day do you think you could walk with a ‘normal’ medium cushion trail runner? I’m a minimalist shoe and Luna wearer, and just wondering how much I’m giving up on stamina.
@RC-qf3mp Haven't had the Finetrack out in the cold yet but I suspect the Brynje will be a bit warmer. For the Lunas, we've done 20-30 mile days with no issue along side hikers wearing Altras. If you're used to Lunas, stamina wise I think they'll be no different...and they'll feel better and last longer...just my perspective
@ great job. I’ve been wearing exclusively minimalist shoes for about two years, and on a multi week AT section hike, I could do no more than 12 mile days. 8-10 mile days were the norm. Feet were the limiting factor. How long did it take you to build up foot stamina? What was your starting level mileage per day before going minimalist shoes? I know minimalist shoes are better for my overall foot health and comfort, but I’m wondering if I’ve plateaued or need to just put in more or extra work. I’m 50, not overweight and have an ultralight pack set up. Always had foot pain growing up when walking long distances, and feet feel better with minimalist shoes. Frustrated I can’t do bigger mileage though.