To all who will be reading this, my name is Oliver; I am a review blogger for RevuNexus whose goal is to provide honest feedback on new and potentially life-altering products. This review is about my journey to finding the perfect underwear. To begin, I must first bring you up to speed with exactly why I wanted to write this piece in the first place.
To paint you a picture, It was exactly three weeks ago, and I was hitting a leg workout at my local gym in the Bay area when I started to become aware of an issue that was starting to become more and more irritating throughout my workout; wet and stinky underwear. Come to think of it, I probably have become so used to it or have come to terms with that being the normal, which is most likely the reason I haven’t done anything to fix this problem. Well, whatever the case may be, it could not go on like this anymore.
As I was searching Google for a solution, I did not have much success — just your typical “dry-fit” material or “ultra dry” cotton briefs. As convincing as this may have sounded, these were the same type of boxers that were giving me issues in the first place.
My luck finally turned for the better later that evening. I guess my phone heard me venting to the wife about my issue because as I am scrolling on Instagram, I came upon this ad for a product called Nikos Bamboo Boxer Briefs. Some call it privacy invasion, but I called it luck, as I was now hooked. Bamboo… could you really make a boxer brief out of bamboo? It was different, it was new, and after reading more into the product, it seems this was my ticket to solving my smell issue, so I was in.
Being the skeptic I am (and a product reviewer, of course), I ordered from two different companies. I do this to provide a better understanding of the product for you and I both and ultimately decide which one is best for the consumer.
Nikos was the first company I purchased from, as stated earlier, and the second was a company called Chill Boys, which is the first brand that came up on Google when I typed in “bamboo boxers.” First off, let’s talk pricing. Both go for $25 a pair and get cheaper when you get a three or five-pack. A bit more pricey than I am used to, but I was hoping it would be one of those “you get what you pay for” type situations, so I didn’t mind spending a bit extra. I ordered one of each and hit “Buy”. Now it was a race to see who would have the fastest delivery.
Nikos ended up coming two days after I had placed the order, while it took four days for the Chill Boys to come in. Personally, as I do a lot of my shopping on Amazon, I have high standards when it comes to delivery times. Anyways, I waited until I had both pairs of boxers so I could do a side by side comparison.
So there I was… The big day was finally here. I had two pairs of bamboo boxer briefs ready to be opened, and man was I excited. I decided to flip a coin on which pair I was going to try out first, and in a close call, the Chill Boys won with tails, so they were opened first. Next was the Nikos boxer briefs. Upon opening these boxers, and having a pair in each one of my hands, I knew right away this was different. Both fabrics had a cool, crisp feeling to it, almost like they had just come out of a refrigerator; this was it… This was the solution. After the initial feel, I noticed the Nikos boxer brief was a good bit softer than the chill boys, but I wanted to do some testing before reaching any conclusion.
So there, now you are all caught up. Two and a half weeks since initially receiving the bamboo boxer briefs, and well, you could say a lot has changed. I was right about the Nikos.
I now have six pairs of the Nikos bamboo boxers, as I quickly purchased a five pack once I knew these were the ones. Even though the Chill Boys were better than my cotton pair of underwear, they did not compete with the Nikos bamboo boxers. Nikos were softer, much better at moisture wicking, and weird enough, didn’t smell at the end of the day, at all. Since Nikos is the boxer I much preferred, that is the boxer I will be referencing for the breakdown and the rest of this review.
Features and Benefits
“Thermo Control”- Thermo-dynamic properties in the bamboo fabric allow for ultimate breathability and comfortability, and after trying the Nikos bamboo boxers out for myself, I can second this, as this is one of the main components on why this is such a terrific boxer.
“Moisture Wicking Capabilities”- In my opinion, this is the second biggest factor to making this boxer so good. When I am at the gym, I can without a doubt notice that the sweat and moisture buildup is reduced to a minimum, and if I had to put a number on it, I would say it has reduced moisture buildup by around 80% from what it used to be, which is truly a night and day difference.
“Antibacterial Properties”- This right here, is one of the main benefits I could not wait to talk about, it is new, it is interesting, and more than anything, it works. Apparently there is an anti-bacteria found in the bamboo plant called “Bamboo Kun”, and if done right during the process of turning the plant into the fabric, the antibacterial properties will remain in the boxer brief for the user’s benefit.
This is the benefit that sealed the deal for me, because at the end of a day, even after a hard day’s work at the gym, or even working in my yard in the hot California sun, no smell coming from the underwear.
“Hypoallergenic Properties”- The hypoallergenic abilities of these Nikos underwear is a huge plus especially for those with fairly sensitive skin, as this fabric is soft and silky enough for all skin types. I have not experienced any sort of chafing or irritation since wearing these boxers as well.
Durability and Longevity
Just like buying any product, the durability and longevity of your investment matter. Especially for something like bamboo. Quality bamboo fabric should always give you more extended product longevity.
How do these boxer briefs hold up?
While I have only owned Nikos bamboo boxers for a few weeks, I can say I have not noticed any sort of wear or tear from use, or when washing them. Also I will say that they still fit the exact same since the day I had received them, no stretching, which was a big deal with my cotton pairs, and I usually noticed that pretty quickly, so I have high hopes for these bamboo briefs.
How long will they last you?
After diving into their website on how to care for the bamboo boxers, Nikos recommends a cold wash, and air dry if possible. If not, do not use heat when drying the boxers. Doing this will ensure the durability and longevity of the product.
Let’s dive into some pros and cons.
Pros
All of the above mentioned benefits are the pros for me. This is truly a boxer brief that raised my standard when it comes to making the right underwear.
Cons
I do not have many negative things to say about this product. However, I will say this; I wish there was more variety of colors, as right now Nikos bamboo boxers are only available in one color, black with the black and green waistband. Hopefully they can incorporate more variety in the near future.
FAQ
Are bamboo boxers suitable for all seasons of the year?
I would say so. The thermodynamic properties of the underwear allows for maximum comfort during hot, or cold weather.
How does bamboo fabric compare in terms of comfort to cotton?
Believe me when I say this, night and day. Bamboo fabric is a very silky, luxurious feeling fabric that easily outweighs any comfort cotton underwear can produce.
Can you wear bamboo boxers while working out or playing sports?
I think these boxers are good for anything, but working out and other physical activity is where this product shines. So yes, I highly recommend Nikos for working out or playing sports.
Is Nikos Bamboo available for women?
While they do not have anything yet for womens apparel, after some investigating on their Instagram page, they indeed do have plans for a women’s bamboo apparel to drop at the end of summer.
Conclusion
So there you have it, my honest and thorough review on Bamboo Underwear. I highly recommend these boxers for everyone. I truly believe everyone who wears these will find some sort of benefit, because let’s face it; those cotton briefs you have are not doing you the full service. Once you try these Nikos Bamboo underwear I do not believe there is any going back.
I highly encourage you to try this product out, which you can do here. I hope you guys have retained some sort of information or benefit from this review, and please make sure to follow up with my work on RevuNexus as I post about many different products that can potentially change your life. Until next time!
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