I have Patagonia's Capilene® long johns. They are comfortable and hydrophilic. I don't know if it's better Merino wool for long term situations but I do know they are more expensive. I know the underwear should touch the skin and quickly wick moisture away. Then you use wool for the insulation layer. Anyway, good question...
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