I posted this under the smell proof laundry bags but decided to start a new post instead.

I have been reading posts here for a few months and just waved my husband off to China for 10 days with his spiffy new Airboss, thanks to you all. Happened to be out in CA last week (also used my own new Airboss)and came across a blurb about WIN Laundry detergent while skimming through a magazine at my in-laws. This detergent is supposed to take the stink out of performance clothing and in light of the new Ex-officio traveler shirts and underwear I bought for him I was wondering if anyone has heard about it or has used it. I googled it and found an article posted in the LA Times that showed it worked pretty well. http://www.windetergent.com/pressview.asp?img=La_times.jpg Any thoughts?

Runner's World did a test a few issues ago and found that Penguin Sport Wash worked better. I use the PSW for all my running clothes now - it works.

Thanks for the replies. I thought that WIN would do the trick but I guess not. I'll check out the Penguin to. Brad, I'll give the stink fighter a go when all his travel cloths get back from China and let you know how that works (I already have the ingredients). He took a couple of the little Tide packets with him to get him through but it would sure be nice to find a detergent formula that will keep his things smelling fresh as he is set for two more weeks in China again next month. Also, is there a reason why you don't combine the ingredients into one bottle? Thanks Again.

I have sensitivity to highly scented products like Frebreze but have found another product that neutralizes odors scent-free very well. It's called "Smells Be Gone". I've used it on synthetic fabrics that tend to hold odors, in smelly hotel rooms, and to get rid of cigarette smells that my clothes pick up when I am around smokers. It works well without making my nose itch. A Google search will help you locate it.

The ultimate stink-avoider in clothing that I have recently discovered is merino wool. You can wear it for days and there will not be any odor. These new wools are lightweight, amazingly itch-free and appropriate for just about any weather condition because of their incredible wicking and insulating properties. I have clothing from Smartwool, Ibex and Icebreaker. I've worn the lightweight merino wool tops in 95 degree weather and felt more comfortable than in my synthetic wicking shirts-- plus my clothing didn't smell. In the cooler months, I wear a slightly heavier weight and remain very comfortable. Another benefit is that these lighter weight wools pack down pretty small.

The clothes are expensive but durable so I look at these pieces of clothing as investments. I do try to catch deals by buying at end of season or Googling the brands and finding the discounters.