First Light Aerowool Dobson Boxers Review

[chuckeglenn]

Just an FYI......... Just got my boxers in yesterday. The first thing that I noticed was that they are really big. I checked the packing slip and the boxers several times to make sure they were the size mediums that I ordered, which they were. I have an athletic build at 5'11" 175lbs with a 33 inch waste. I wear a medium in almost everything. The waste band fits fine, but everything else is really big. They fit more like a large and borderline extra large. There is no support in the crotch area because of sag, the butt sags as well, and they don't hug your legs like they need to. That being said, they are well made just as expected from First Lite. Once I get them exchanged for a size that fits properly, I'll be more than pleased. I definitely recommend them to anyone, just be aware of sizing.

 

[fiskeri1]

I'm a similar build as you, maybe a 1/2" shorter and 1" smaller waist. Received my medium's this week also and agree that they are looser fit than ideal though i think they will at least be usable for me.

Will be curious to hear if the small size works out for you.

 

[AllenbOR]

I also thought they were to long, stuck out of my shorts when i sat down. Waist was fine. I'm a 32x34 Also I had a bunch of material bunched up in the rear. Don't have the ass to fill them out. I had them replaced for a small and have some concern about riding up on me.
If I was planning on wearing them strictly with pants the mediums would be fine but i want to wear them with shorts. I would advise to size down.


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[veganhunter]

FWIW I just picked up a set of Glenbrook 3/4 in large and am happy with the fit. I'm 6'1" 190 lbs with trunk legs and they fit nicely - kinda tight in the thighs but perfect in the waist. I wear a medium tall in the corrugates and these fit well underneath.

 

[TradLife406]

I just ordered a pair of luscious size. Well see. I've have a pair of the new Smartwool seamless and they fit great. Only issue I have is they seem too thick. I have a problem with acne with them and sweating. Hopefully the First Lite's will replace them and I'll take the SW's as a spare.

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[aggies2010]

I am 6'3" 195 and have a pair of medium. I like the length and waist band size, the top part of the rear just seems to have a little extra room than I need.

 

[chuckeglenn]

I'm a similar build as you, maybe a 1/2" shorter and 1" smaller waist. Received my medium's this week also and agree that they are looser fit than ideal though i think they will at least be usable for me.

Will be curious to hear if the small size works out for you.

The small worked a lot better for me, but it's still not a perfect fit. They just fit a little loose in the groin area. I like to have a lot of support there when I'm being active. I wish First Lite would move toward a more athletic cut with their clothing. That's just my preference though.

 

[Ironmerganser]

I just got a pair and noticed the same. I am 6ft 185 with a 32-33 inch waist (depends on the week and beverage consumption)
I like the fit....but agree with chucheglenn that I could use a little more "support".

 

[TradLife406]

Mine came today! Tried them on and haven't taken them off. They feel like two woolen angels hugging my bottom. I ordered a large. 5'8 and 217 with a 36" waste. I also have huge quads. Off to test them in training tonight. I like them better already than my Smartwools. The Smartwools are too thick for the gym and causes acne for me.

 

[realunlucky]

They feel like two woolen angels hugging my bottom.

Dang I better get some of these

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[trapperjay]

Mine made it in today- will be hiking in them saturday. But WOW I was pleased with how soft they were and ZERO itch! I'm converted now. My icebreaker wont see much use this year I'm afraid- esp if the odor control is good w/ the aerowool.

 

[Vtsheddog]

Just got a few pairs myself a couple weeks back, size medium and I'm 6' 165. They are long, almost to my knee, but I kinda like the fit around the waist and how they let me be free in the front


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[smokerroller]

I am 6'1, 32" waist, 170 lbs and I ordered a medium. I love the fit. Perfect tightness on the was band. Roomy in the crotch and but which will be more comfortable on the trails and aid in breathability and fighting funk. They are a little longer than a normal boxer but that's alright. Material is super soft and the legs are just snug enough there is no slack. Order your size.

 

[Pac8541]

Do these fit like the Red Desert boxers? I've got a Med in those and am going back and forth about what size to order in the Dobson.